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Hotel de Glace (solo trip)

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How Solo-Friendly is Hotel de Glace?

86%Solo-Friendly
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What makes it 86% Solo-Friendly: A solo guest can wander freely among the ice suites, photograph art, sample drinks, and even book an adventurous night; heated café and lockers make gear and rest stops easy.

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This place may be temporarily closed. Please check official sources before visiting.

Positives:

  • Unique Ice Art: Over 30 themed rooms and sculptures offer one-of-a-kind photo backdrops.
  • Solo-Friendly Spots: Heated café and bar seating let you relax or work between ice visits.

Challenges:

  • Extreme Cold: Ice areas stay below freezing—wear insulated layers and waterproof boots.
  • Limited Heat Zones: Only the Celsius Pavilion and café are warm; plan ice trips in short bursts.
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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 solo trip?

  1. Explore handcrafted ice suites and detailed sculptures.
  2. Slide down a clear-ice chute for a solo thrill.
  3. Sip cocktails in ice glasses at the sculpted bar.
  4. Capture standout photos in the ice chapel.
  5. Warm up and recharge at the Café Celsius.

Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours

Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: A solo daytime visit covers the ice rooms, slide, and bar without rushing.

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Solo-Friendly Activities in Hotel de Glace

Self-Guided Ice Hotel Tour:

Walk through themed suites, the ice chapel, and Grand Hall at your own pace.

Tip: Start at the Grand Hall to avoid backtracking when it gets busier.

Ice Bar Cocktail:

Choose a signature drink served in an ice glass behind sculpted-ice bars.

Tip: Order early for best seat and watch the barkeeper carve the glass.

Ice Slide:

Feel a quick adrenaline rush on the clear-ice slide inside the main hall.

Tip: Slide while holding a camera case in hand for action shots.

Sculpture Photography:

Capture detailed carvings and chandeliers for social-media-ready photos.

Tip: Use wide-angle mode and keep batteries warm in an inner pocket.

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

  1. Book Online Early: Secure your time slot and save on evening pass prices by booking ahead.
  2. Use Free Lockers: Store spare clothing and electronics in Celsius Pavilion lockers for free.
  3. Charge Devices: Keep phones and cameras warm in inner pockets to prevent battery drain.
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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)?

Open each year from January to late March; check opening dates and buy tickets early online.

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Typical Budget for Solo Traveler (1 Adult)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Day-pass tour ticketCAD 34.99
Ice Bar cocktailCAD 12
Café Celsius drinkCAD 5
Total EstimatedCAD 51.99

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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