Everyone should stay at the Château Frontenac at least once. It's a grand and quirky hotel with a lot of history, charm and character. It dominates the QC skyline, and offers a unique experience. Locals refer to it as le château.
As with most Fairmont Hotels, it's the staff and excellent service that visitors remember. Considering how busy the hotel is, this is remarkable and no easy endeavor, the Fairmont is up to the challenge.
As with most old hotels, staying at the Frontenac is an adventure and guests should be prepared for the unexpected. My first room was lovely but dark, the one small window was off the main room by the closet. No problem, I called Royal Service and asked if another room was avaliable, and there was. My second room was sunny and spacious on the 7th floor looking out on the courtyard and lower rooftops. Day two, there was a minor flood in the room - no problem, I called Royal Service and exlpained the situation. They arranged for a room change later that day, my only request being if I could stay on an upper floor. My new room was on the 16th with river views, and I was upgraded to the gold club. My luggage was moved for me, and the concierge personally welcomed me. It was very very nice, and unexpected.
In addition, the restaurants are excellent- lunch at Bistro le Sam, dinner at Champlain and breakfast at Place Dufferin each offer a unique experience and should be visited once. QC has much to offer le château is a great place to start. Thank you