Hôtel de Glace - Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier

Great experience, worth doing at least once. More like winter camping than hotel.

This was the shortest stay in a hotel. Three hours was all I could endure. I was not prepared for the freezing temps inside the hotel. I read previous reviews and description of hotel, but I don't think anyone said it is uncomfortably cold. Well it is, if you are not dressed in gear for -10. (Something I admit few Texans have.) Save your money and go on the tour. You will still get to see the beautiful hotel and get a good night sleep too.

Pure awesomeness!

Great Stay. Pay attention to the recommendations and you will be warm and comfortable. This is a must see all lit up at night. Sitting in the hot tub with a light snow was also very nice. The hotel was full but never seemed crowded at all. Easy to use the hot tubs or sauna or have one of the ice tables near the bar. They also had ice carving during the evening. If you get cold you can always go to the building right next to the ice hotel where the lockers are. They have plenty of couches and sitting areas. This was better than expected. Nice hot shower in the main locker room in the morning was very welcome. We did get a back up room at the Sheraton that we used as a base but we booked it directly and saved a lot of money.

What a unique and beautiful place. I loved every minute!