My wife and I stayed at Chateau Bonne Entente September 28 to October 1/06. Our stay there was for business purposes to attend a conference at the hotel.
This hotel resort is outstanding. It is nestled in a quiet suburb of Saint-Foy about 20 minutes from the Old City of Quebec. The grounds are beautiful especially in the fall with plenty of mature and colourful trees, small pond with a waterfall and nice courtyard containing a pool, plenty of decking and a summer grill. The resort itself is a two storey townhouse type of structure set up in a circle with two wings. Rooms vary in size from a standard hotel type room containing a double or queen size bed, bathroom and large sitting area to one bedroom suites that surpass most hotels in size and comfort. Everything is first class in the room with ample closets, full amenities and a bright large bathroom with oversized tub and waterfall showerhead. Very nice touch! The bed could of been a bit larger for two people.
The Monte Cristo Resto Lounge and Dinning Restaurant is elegant, however very expensive. Food quality is above average and the bar area is relaxing. Staff go on and above to call of duty to help you and there was no communication problems. All staff spoke very good english which was appreciated as our French was poor at the least. This is a nice touch considering very little effort is made to speak French in most Canadian Provinces for Quebec travellers.
My only complaint about the room was the fact that there is a coffee maker, however, you must purchase the packets of coffee at $3.25 each to make it. Considering the class of this hotel, this should be complimentary. Much cheaper hotels offer this service free of charge. In room items such as alcohol and snacks were priced way above average. There is a nice coffee shop right next door within walking distance that serves gourment coffee and light meals at a normal price.
This hotel is a pretty good distance from the Old City of Quebec. Although they offer a shuttle van (6 passengers) the times are very inconvenient and the van is almost always booked. You are able to get public transit (bus number 7) right at the entrance that takes you right into the old city. Depending on the time of day it takes 20 minutes to half an hour. You will need exact change ($2.50). The buses are all new and comfortable. We found the drivers very courteous and helpful. Parking in the old city is nightmare if you drive yourself.
All in all this is a 5 star class resort, voted as one out of 3 top small hotels in Canada on a world wide basis.
This resorts caters to business groups and can accomodate families, although it is off the beaten track.
If you would like further information please do not hesitate to email me at: dcardy2@cogeco.ca
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