On the banks of the Akiawenrahk' river, fifteen minutes from Old Quebec City, the Hôtel-Musée Premières Nations in Wendake combines contemporary accommodation with the transmission of Huron-Wendat culture. Entirely owned by the First Nations, the establishment is connected to a museum and a traditional longhouse, making the stay a complete cultural experience rather than simply a night at a hotel.

Why stay here

• An Indigenous-owned property: inaugurated in 2008 by Chief Max Gros-Louis as part of Quebec City's 400th anniversary celebration, the hotel is entirely owned by the First Nations.
• An integrated museum: the Huron-Wendat Museum, whose architecture draws inspiration from the tipi and palisades, houses the permanent exhibition Territories, Memories, Knowledge and the Ekionkiestha longhouse.
• Indigenous terroir cuisine: at La Traite restaurant, chef Martin Gagné, of Indigenous heritage, works with game, wild mushrooms and spruce jelly.
• A dual location: nature on the riverbank, yet direct access to Old Quebec City in fifteen minutes.

Ambiance

The architecture draws inspiration from the materials and forms of Wendat culture: wood, earthy tones, artisanal motifs. Large bay windows open onto the forest and river. The Ekionkiestha longhouse, where stories and legends are shared around the fire, extends the museum and gives the site its coherence: you sleep in a place that tells a story, and that belongs to those who tell it.

Rooms and suites

The hotel has 79 rooms and suites. The Wendat and Comfort categories come in several configurations, with King or Queen beds, sometimes a sofa bed or a balcony overlooking the river. Some overlook the garden or bike path, others directly onto the Akiawenrahk'. Modern bathrooms feature glass showers or separate bathtubs. Accessible rooms welcome travelers with reduced mobility.

For more space, the Junior and Deluxe Suites add a gas fireplace, separate living area and dining table.

Dining and services

The La Traite restaurant pays homage to the fur trade era and Indigenous terroir. Chef Martin Gagné's menu is built on fishing, hunting and foraging: game, fish, wild mushrooms, boreal herbs, wild fruits, roots (celeriac, Jerusalem artichokes, parsnips) and spruce jelly. The wine cellar is composed almost exclusively of wines from vineyards in the Americas.

On the relaxation side, the hotel has an indoor pool, fitness room and spa. Several cultural workshops are offered: making wood-bead necklaces and leather laces, talking stick workshops, mythology and legends sessions, guided or self-guided museum tours (hours vary by season, booking recommended).

Location and access

The hotel is located at 5 Place de la Rencontre Ekionkiestha, Wendake (Quebec) G0A 4V0, in the heart of the Huron-Wendat community. Free parking on site. From downtown Quebec City, bus line 284 provides service in approximately 38 minutes; lines 70, 72 and 75 stop within a five-minute walk.

Things to see and do nearby

• Onhoüa Chetek8e Traditional Site: recreation of ancestral Wendat lifestyle, guided tours and craft demonstrations.
• Onhwa Lumina: multimedia evening trail dedicated to the memory of the Wendat people.
• Kabir Kouba Falls and Saint-Charles River Linear Park (32 km of trails along the Akiawenrahk').
• Corridor des Cheminots: 22 km of bike path on a former railway line.
• Canots Légaré: canoe, kayak and paddleboard rentals, introductory courses.
• Sibéria Spa, Village Vacances Valcartier (water park in summer, slides in winter) and Jacques-Cartier National Park for hiking and wildlife observation.

Frequently asked questions

Extend your trip

To build a complete itinerary, consult our trips to Canada. You can also compare this address with other unique accommodations like Le Baluchon Éco, Canopée for a night in the trees, or urban options Alt Griffintown and Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth in Montreal.