9 Best Hostels In Quebec City, Canada - Updated 2024

Sharon A.
Sharon A.  
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Bustling Quebec City in Canada is a vacation hotspot. With a marvelous cityscape, many cultural attractions such as museums and historical sites, and breathtaking natural scenery, Quebec City certainly deserves a spot on your travel bucket list. Marvel at Old Quebec, see Fairmont Le Chateu Frontenac, or delight in the food scene. To thoroughly enjoy Quebec, choose a hostel for your accommodation. It is not as difficult as picking a hotel, but that does not mean you don’t have to do due diligence to find the right hostel for you. You probably have your personal preferences, and since not all hostels are equal in terms of the quality of service and amenities, you still have some searching to do. You’re in luck–we’ve done the work to help you look towards the right direction when searching for a hostel in this city. Read on to discover our recommendations for the best hostels in Quebec City, Canada.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.

1. Spacious mixed dormitory accommodation

This mixed dormitory accommodation is located at HI-Auberge International de Quebec, and it features a total of 12 beds, in a sparkling clean environment. The location is convenient, given that it is in proximity to major attractions and amenities such as restaurants, shopping malls, public transport, and even Old Quebec City. Free WiFi and bedding are provided, and though no breakfast is served each morning, guests have the freedom to use the shared kitchen to fix their breakfast, and any other meal during their stay.

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508 meters (0.4 ft) from Fairmont Le Château Frontenac
203 reviews   Wifi Available
ROOM IN HOSTEL 1 Bed 1 Guest 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 1

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
except the fact that the room was much smaller than the picture it was great
Cleanliness:
it was extremely clean and comfortable
room and bathroom were clean enough
the room is clean and spacious enough
its clean and economical within a great location
nice hostel for travelers the place is clean and the bed is comfortable
Host:
nice staff and they are helpful
the staff are really helpful and polite
people are very helpful and approachable
host was excellent listing was accurate
very warm and welcoming staff :)
Location:
nice place close to everything
the location is very good
the location is superb
the location is walking distance to all tourist attractions
central location easy access to the city
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2. Auberge Jeunesse La Belle Planete Backpackers Hostel (from USD 19)

Auberge Jeunesse La Belle Planete Backpackers Hostel is located in downtown Quebec and offers great proximity to dining spots, shops, and entertainment venues. It offers both private and shared dorm rooms. The private rooms have a private bath, while the shared rooms have a shared bath and storage lockers. There is a shared living room where guests can relax, and a shared kitchen where they can prepare their meals. For guests’ entertainment, the hostel provides free WiFi, and there is a TV, as well as internet-enabled computers on the shared seating area.

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Auberge Jeunesse La Belle Planete Backpackers Hostel

Wifi Available

Address: 386 Rue du Pont
1.27 km (0.8 mi) from Fairmont Le Château Frontenac

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities Bar Terrace Non-smoking rooms Airport shuttle Business centre

3. Auberge International de Quebec (from USD 28)

Auberge International de Quebec is located at the center of Old Quebec City, less than 10 minutes’ walk from Citadelle Quebec. The hostel offers both private rooms and dorm rooms. The private rooms have hardwood floors, a private bath, and a spacious seating area. The dorm rooms, on the other hand, have access to a shared bathroom. There is free WiFi throughout the property, and though there is a café bistro on-site, as well as free breakfast, the hostel has a shared kitchen available to guests who would love to use it. Notable attractions nearby include Museum of French America, located about two minutes away from the hostel. The nearest airport is Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport – 10 minutes away.

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Auberge Internationale de Quebec - HI CANADA

Wifi Available

Address: 19 Ste-Ursule
468 meters (0.3 ft) from Fairmont Le Château Frontenac

Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Garden Terrace Non-smoking rooms Business centre Laundry Family rooms

4. Ekcono Hostel Appatement (from USD 28)

Ekcono Hostel Appatement provides dorm-style rooms with a seating area/work station. The hostel also has family rooms with free WiFi throughout the property. There is no breakfast offered but there is a shared kitchen for guests to prepare their meals. On proximity to amenities and attractions, the hostel is less than 20 minutes’ walk from Basilique Cathedrale Notre Dame de Quebec and Morine Center. Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac, Terrasse Dufferin, and Old Quebec City are all within a 2-km (3.2 miles) radius from the hostel. The nearest airport is Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport located about 20.9 km (34 miles) away from the property.

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EKONO HOSTEL LA BELLE PLANETE BACKPACKERS Downtown Quebec City

Wifi Available

Address: 388 du pont
1.28 km (0.8 mi) from Fairmont Le Château Frontenac

Parking Bar Terrace Non-smoking rooms Laundry Skiing Barber/beauty shop Family rooms

5. Residences Universite Laval (from USD 55)

Residences Universite Laval accommodation features private dorm rooms with shared baths. There is a 24-hour reception, free WiFi, and free on-site parking for all guests. The hostel is only 15 minutes away from downtown Quebec City. It is in close proximity to attractions and amenities such as supermarkets, restaurants, sports complexes, public transportation, and much more.

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Résidences Université Laval

Wifi Available

Address: 2255 Rue De l'Universite
5.86 km (3.7 mi) from Fairmont Le Château Frontenac

Parking Bar Terrace Games room Free parking Internet services Billiards Table tennis

6. Auberge Maeva (from USD 14)

Auberge Maeva offers accommodation in the normal dorm rooms, with each room having a seating area, though the bath is shared. No free breakfast is offered every morning, but guests have the pleasure of using the shared kitchen to fix quick meals. Free WiFi is also available in the property. On proximity to attractions and amenities, Morin Center is 900 m (984 yards) away from the hostel, Old Quebec and Basilique Cathedrale Notre Dame de Quebec are both 0.7 mi (1.1 km)away, while the nearest Airport is Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport at about 8.1 miles (13 km) away.

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Auberge Maeva

Address: 671 rue Saint-François est
1.31 km (0.9 mi) from Fairmont Le Château Frontenac

7. Private room in a beautiful inn

This single room is clean, comfortable, and located in a pavilion next to the inn. The lodge has a total of three bedrooms, with each bedroom having a double and a single bunk bed. The bathroom, kitchen, and the seating area are shared with other guests. The common kitchen is fully equipped, while the seating area is large, spacious, and features a dining table and a 52-inch (132 cm) TV. Also, there is a large terrace accessible to all guests. WiFi is available and free for all.

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Lévis, Québec, Canada
12.17 km (7.6 mi) from Fairmont Le Château Frontenac
11 reviews  
Private room in hostel 2 Beds 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the place was clean well organised
Location:
i'm really recommend this place
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8. Comfy room with two double beds and a kitchen

It is an elegant room fitted with two double beds, and a private bath, hence, comfortably sleeping up to four guests. The entire set-up is simple, cool and inviting. The kitchen is spacious enough and features all the essential appliances you may need to prepare a meal, including a refrigerator, a cooker, microwave, sink, and utensils. Additionally, there is a dining area featuring a dining table and five dining chairs just next to the kitchen area. For guests’ entertainment, there is a TV, as well as free WiFi throughout the property.

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Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré, Québec, Canada
30.84 km (19.2 mi) from Fairmont Le Château Frontenac
4 reviews  
Private room in hostel 0 Beds 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Host:
host is super nice and helpful
Location:
host was very helpful and room was comfortable clean and close to where we wanted to be
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9. Lovely private rental close to Quebec

This is a private room with two beds – a double bed and a single bunk bed, thus making it possible to sleep up to three guests. The room is sparkling clean, comfortable, and exudes a very calm atmosphere. There is a large seating area with comfortable couches as well as a separate dining area. Additionally, there is a fully equipped kitchen for guests desiring to fix meals during their stay. And for entertainment, the property has free WiFi as well as a 52-inch (132 cm) TV in the lounge. The large terrace will also be ideal for relaxation outdoors.

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Lévis, Québec, Canada
12.1 km (7.6 mi) from Fairmont Le Château Frontenac
48 reviews   Wifi Available
Private room in hostel 2 Beds 3 Guests 1 Bedroom 7 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
our room was very comfortable and the bunk bed was a hit with my children
Cleanliness:
clean place with lots of space
the place is well maintained and clean
the room was clean and tasteful and a very good deal for the money
excellent location clean friendly all great
the hostel was very clean the hosts were friendly and i felt totally safe
Host:
staff was friendly and welcoming
andre was a super welcoming and friendly host during our 2 nights here
place was really great friendly and helpful staff they were able to accomodate us even on really short notice
andre was a terrific host and very helpful with local information
great place and terrific hosts
Location:
location was good too
the location is also quite good and matched everything in the description
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Enjoy comfortable accommodation when visiting Quebec

With these best hostels in Quebec City, Canada, you are sure to get everything you need, including proximity to major infrastructure during your stay. Your duty, now, is to go through the list and lock in on the one you think will fit your personal preferences like a glove.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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Sharon, also known as Shaz, resides in the vibrant City in the Sun. Her passion is to travel, immerse herself in diverse cultures, savor their cuisines, dance with the locals, and share her...Read more

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