Le Monastère des Augustines is a former monastery and hospital in Québec City’s historic district, now a hotel, museum and wellness centre. Its quiet rooms, gardens and reflective atmosphere make it a restorative stop, whether you stay overnight or visit for a wellness experience. Explore the museum to learn how the Augustinian sisters lived and cared for the sick, then pause over a nourishing meal or a silent breakfast. Room styles range from restored former cells with shared bathrooms to contemporary rooms with private bathrooms.
A monastery shaped by care
Le Monastère des Augustines occupies historic wings of the Hôtel-Dieu de Québec, a monastery and hospital associated with the Augustinian sisters. The sisters came from France and established a hospital that became one of the earliest in North America north of Mexico. Their history of healing and care remains central to the site’s identity.
The building now brings together accommodation, a museum and wellness activities. Its restoration preserves the simplicity of monastic life while adding modern comforts. The former convent setting gives the rooms and shared spaces a quieter character than a conventional city hotel.
What to see in the museum
The museum’s curated exhibits trace how the sisters lived, practised medicine and cared for the sick. A self-guided visit lets you explore the collection at your own pace; a free tour is also available. The displays connect the building’s religious history with its long role in healthcare.
The site also presents the Augustinian heritage as an ongoing commitment to care and well-being. Its museum is a useful stop even if you are not staying overnight, and a way to understand the history of the Hôtel-Dieu beyond the rooms and gardens.
Rooms and wellness activities
Accommodation comes in two broad styles. Restored former cells have a minimalist feel and shared bathrooms, while contemporary rooms provide private bathrooms and more modern fittings. The older rooms retain features of the historic building, including low doorways in some rooms; contemporary rooms vary in size, so check the room details when choosing.
Yoga, meditation and wellness workshops are among the activities associated with the centre. Massage and day-access experiences are also available. The grounds include gardens, with the interior Courtyard garden reserved for guests after 5pm. For a quiet pause indoors, there are seating areas around the property.
Meals and a quieter start to the day
Meals focus on nourishing food, with options that include vegetarian dishes, fish, poultry and meat. Material about the restaurant also describes local and organic ingredients, with availability depending on the season. Silent breakfast is part of the experience: the meal is eaten in a calm, reflective atmosphere.
The boutique sells herbal infusions connected with plants used by the Augustinian sisters. Tisane Royale blends grape, licorice and flaxseed. If you need gluten-free food, share your requirements when booking or on arrival so the dining team can advise you.
FAQ
What is Le Monastère des Augustines?
It is a hotel, museum and wellness centre in the historic wings of the Hôtel-Dieu de Québec, a former monastery and hospital.
Can you visit without staying overnight?
Yes. The site has a museum, and wellness experiences with daily access are also available.
Are bathrooms shared?
Some restored former-cell rooms have shared bathrooms. Contemporary rooms have private bathrooms.
What is the silent breakfast?
It is a breakfast served in a quiet, reflective atmosphere.
When can hotel guests use the interior Courtyard garden?
The interior Courtyard garden is reserved for guests after 5pm.
