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Hotel de Glace (with kids)

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How Kids-Friendly is Hotel de Glace?

72%Kids-Friendly
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What makes it 72% Kids-Friendly: Children up to 12 thrill at the ice slide and sculptures and can warm in the Celsius Pavilion, but –5 °C air, slippery floors, and a strict no-stroller rule require close supervision.

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Positives:

  • All-Ages Entertainment: Kids and adults both love the ice slide and detailed sculptures.
  • Inclusive Entry: Lockers and ice chapel photos are free with your tour ticket.

Challenges:

  • Cold Indoor Temps: Ice rooms stay below freezing; bring extra layers for quick changes.
  • Slippery Floors: Wear insulated, non-slip boots to prevent falls on ice surfaces.
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What is Hotel de Glace?

  • A seasonal ice hotel standing on the grounds of Village Vacances Valcartier near Québec City, constructed entirely from snow and ice each winter
  • A complex that showcases intricately carved ice and snow architecture, including themed suites, a grand hall, an ice bar and a wedding chapel
  • An adjoining Nordic spa facility featuring outdoor hot tubs and barrel saunas beside the ice structure

What is so special about Hotel de Glace for with kids?

  1. Tour ice-carved rooms, chapel and grand hall
  2. Slide down the indoor ice chute as a family
  3. Sip hot chocolate in ice glasses at the bar
  4. Add snow tubing and skating at nearby Valcartier park
  5. Enjoy free lockers and photo spots included

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Enough time to tour the ice rooms, try the slide, and enjoy hot drinks without rushing.

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Kids-Friendly Activities in Hotel de Glace

Guided Ice Hotel Tour:

Walk through ice-carved rooms, the chapel and grand hall.

Tip: Book a day pass online for a discount and arrive at opening to avoid crowds.

Ice Slide Adventure:

Slide down a clear-ice chute in the main hall.

Tip: Hold younger kids on your lap and wear waterproof gloves to keep warm.

Maple Hot Chocolate in Ice Bar:

Sip hot chocolate served in an ice glass at the sculpted bar.

Tip: Order as soon as you enter to skip lines during peak family hours.

Winter Playground Excursion:

Add snow tubing and skating at the nearby Valcartier park.

Tip: Buy a combined Valcartier day pass online and dress kids in waterproof layers.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Hotel de Glace

  1. Early Arrival: Get there at opening time to explore with fewer people and better photo spots.
  2. Online Booking: Purchase passes online up to two weeks in advance for lower rates and skip the ticket line.
  3. Layer Smart: Use moisture-wicking base layers under waterproof outerwear to keep kids dry and warm.
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Reviews of Hotel de Glace

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nicole

nicole

Aug 2025

I was looking at booking a stay here or at the least, visiting. After looking at the responses by management to those who've complained, I won't bother. It seems people with concerns are dismissed and invalidated and yet asked to "give us another try" - without an offer of a discount or any form of meaningful apology. Whoever responds to these reviews need to put a little more heart and thought in...

Prasanna Herath

Prasanna Herath

Apr 2025

We went with the kids and they enjoyed the visit. It took about 1:30 hours. Better to plan with 1-2 other activities available in the area/park, which we did not do unfortunately. Bit expensive. Have full winter clothes if you visit. As expected it was so cold. We enjoyed having some juice in an ice glass and hot chocolate. Also alcoholic cocktails are available.

Karen Menard

Karen Menard

Mar 2025

Another one off our bucket list! The iced hotel was a lot bigger than we thought, hard to imagine that they recreated this (rooms, chapel, restaurant, ice sculptures, etc) every year and the amount of details in each room is incredible. We stayed a night at suite 21, it was pricey but you get a hotel room (check in at 4pm, but we were able to check in by 2:30pm), an iced room (available at 9pm),...

Pradip Ghimire

Pradip Ghimire

Feb 2025

Visiting the Hôtel de Glace in Québec City was an unforgettable experience! The craftsmanship and artistry behind each ice sculpture were breathtaking, creating a magical atmosphere throughout the hotel, chapel, bar, and slide. Every detail, from the carved walls to the illuminated ice decor, was stunning. It wasn’t overcrowded, so we could fully enjoy exploring. The nearby winter playground, tubi...

Erica Vazza

Erica Vazza

Feb 2025

Honestly such a unique experience! We did the day pass visit and were blown away by the sculpting technique and the skill. This felt like pure magic. The detail that went into every part of this ice hotel, chapel, bar, restaurant, slide, and exhibit was phenomenal. I cannot recommend stopping here any more highly! It wasn’t too crowded and had so many activities. There’s a winter playground tubing...

When is the best time to visit Hotel de Glace (Quebec City, Canada)?

Hotel de Glace runs from early January to late March; book tickets in December and dress in warm, layered clothing and insulated boots.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Adult day pass (≥1.32 m)CAD 34.99
Child day pass (1 m–1.32 m)CAD 29.99
Maple hot chocolateCAD 5
Total EstimatedCAD 139.96

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of Hotel de Glace

Address: 2280 Bd Valcartier, Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier, QC G0A 4S0, Canada

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About Hotel de Glace

Website

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Phone Number

+1 418-844-2200

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