HOTEL ATYPIQ, Quebec City

Each room at Hotel Atypiq has a queen bed that can be raised to the ceiling, freeing floor space for a retractable table and chairs during the day. The deliberately compact design includes a private bathroom with a shower or bathtub, air conditioning, and blackout curtains for restful sleep. Soundproofing and key card access provide security, while the sink is located outside the bathroom in the main room for efficient use of space.

Guests can use a fully equipped communal kitchen available 24 hours, stocked with free ingredients like eggs, bread, fresh fruit, and orange juice for self-prepared breakfast. An outdoor terrace with a fireplace, picnic tables, and marshmallows offers a space to gather, while a rooftop terrace provides views of the city. The hotel also has a shared lounge with a TV, a garden, and a sun terrace for relaxation.

Hotel Atypiq sits steps from Château Frontenac, the Plains of Abraham, and Petit Champlain Street, placing guests in the center of Old Quebec's historic district. Public transport options and public parking are within a short walk, making it easy to explore without a car. The hotel is also close to the Gare du Palais train station for arriving visitors.

A concierge service provides local recommendations and helps organize activities such as walking tours, bike tours, pub crawls, and classes about local culture. The hotel offers express check-in/check-out and private check-in/check-out, with staff available from 12 PM to 8 PM. Guests can also enjoy a happy hour and use the outdoor fireplace for evening gatherings.

Breakfast is self-serve and available 24 hours, with guests cooking their own eggs, toast, and pancakes using provided ingredients like bread, milk, cereal, and fresh fruit. The communal kitchen is also open for preparing any meal, with cookware, a microwave, and a coffee machine. Guests can bring their own groceries to cook, and the hotel provides free coffee, tea, and hot chocolate throughout the day.

Elevator beds: queen beds that lift to the ceiling

Communal kitchen: 24/7 access with free breakfast ingredients

Rooftop terrace: fireplace and marshmallows provided

Location: steps from Château Frontenac & Plains of Abraham

Activities: walking tours, bike tours, pub crawls