LOOKS GRAND BUT FEELS COSY
A former Canadian Pacific Railway hotel, Fairmont Le Château Montebello has been enticing guests for over 90 years with its rustic charm, warm French-Canadian hospitality and exquisite natural surroundings.
A stunning red cedar log structure with buildings dating back to 1930, the historic Fairmont Le Château looks grand but feels cosy. It sits on 300 bucolic acres overlooking the Ottawa River in Quebec, and was originally the retreat of the Seigniory Club which hosted the likes of Prince Rainier and Princess Grace of Monaco. It opened to the public in 1970, and has grown to become one of the most popular resorts in Eastern Canada.
Each room is well appointed to offer the perfect indoor spot for relaxation, but it’s the opportunity for outdoor adventure that draws most visitors to this area. Summer welcomes activities like canoeing, swimming and croquet, whilst winter allows for enchanting recreational pursuits such as snowshoeing, ice skating and snowmobiling. Meanwhile, the more tepid temperatures of spring and autumn make the perfect conditions for hiking, biking, tennis and fishing. Between excursions, you can unwind with a drink by the towering three-story stone fireplace, dip into the huge pool or luxuriate in the spa.
FAIRMONT LE CHÂTEAU MONTEBELLO, QUEBEC
Fairmont Le Château Montebello, at a glance
- Quintessential Canadian resort, and the world’s largest log cabin, set directly on the Ottawa River
- Former Canadian Pacific Railway hotel and private club
- Impressive architecture constructed from over 10,000 red cedar logs
- 210 homely guestrooms and suites with residential comforts and amenities
- Chalet-inspired decor reflecting the rustic elegance and warmth of the surrounding wilderness
- Fine dining at the onsite Aux Chantignoles restaurant
- 40 guest activities offered year-round
For leisure and pleasure
- Home to one of the largest indoor hotel pools in Canada
- Spa nestled on the side of a green hill with views over the marina, river and surrounding forest
- Excursions to the Rouge River, Plaisance Falls, Parc Omega and Kenauk Nature Reserve
- Hiking trails and tranquil cycling paths
- Tennis, golf, squash and indoor golf
- Winter activities include hockey, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, tobogganing, tube sliding, sleigh rides and ice skating
- Stanley-Thompson designed golf course
- Inviting lounge with panoramic windows and a fireplace
A hugely enjoyable nine-day trip, expertly organised from start to finish. The itinerary covered everything we wanted to see and do, with excellent guides, drivers and seamless logistics throughout. The documentation was clear and helpful, and the London office was consistently responsive, knowledgeable and efficient.
