Institut de tourisme et d'hôtellerie du Québec

February 2025 – Breakfast – If you go there to enjoy good food, you will be disappointed. The overall impression is certainly not the one expected from an Institut du Tourisme et de Hötellerie du Quebec which is supposed to promote Quebec’s assets in terms of tourism , hence in terms of food. And God knows we have good food in the Province of Quebec! Four points are mentioned below- One positive and three … 1- It seems that it is, above all, a school. At least that's what we have to understand. The service is well done by students who are attentive to the needs of the customers. There are few people, which means that these students are not stressed by the service. The place is quiet. This is the reason for the two-star rating. 2- The managers of the place do not seem interested in attracting more customers judging by the mediocre quality (and also the quantity) of what is exhibited at the buffet: potatoes nicely roasted on the outside but not enough cooked on the inside - tasteless smoked salmon displayed in a too small tray which has nevertheless been emptied by the few customers but never refilled during the buffet - mediocre ham - grainy cretons - good sausages - good chocolatines - Good croissants – omelets – hard-boiled eggs – sliced bread and some usual sauces. 3- My glass in which water was served did not smell good as if it had not been washed in the machine but rather by hand. 4- I asked for a juice: they had only a mix of apple and pear – The juice was not served in a glass for fruit juice but instead in a closed small champagne flute -like glass may be suitable for mimosa drinks but totally unsuitable for the only juice they served. The result is that less juice (the glass is small and not full obviously) is poured and the taste is badly altered (the shape of the glass is important) . A blunder? A negligence? Whatever, it is unforgivable. In this trade more than elsewhere, they are supposed to know perfectly what drink to serve in what type of glass.

Received a pleasant email with plenty of notice that the mtl a table menu advertised on the festival website and connected to the booking platform where I made my reservation was no longer available. Disappointing as I have wanted to come here for years. The $18 cost of two reservations for the five course meal or small offer of a different night etc could have been extended to ensure my ongoing return if the meal was as good as I hoped. I wish they will update their listing in the festival if circumstances beyond their control were in play and this is not a bait and switch tactic. I admire the service they offer for both students and patrons, sad to now remove them from my short list of restaurants in my immediate area! Their menus really do look great.

In love with this place and everything about it. Very calm, elegant and staff are so professional. The plating is magical and the food is so delicious. I am beyond satisfied and I would definitely go back again.

Good food. Service was a little too quick. I would have liked to take my time between services. Quality food and wines. Amazing customer service. Beautiful place.

This teaching tourism school hotel is very nice, quiet and clean and I love the location. I would stay here again but these are things you need to be aware of when staying here: Overpriced for having no amenities (no pool, room service or adequate tv with smart tv functions) Upon check in the agent did not tell us breakfast was included (but it should have been mentioned) Small issue…wanted cream for my coffee at breakfast and they don’t offer cream yet they give it to you in your room Positves: Very clean and quiet and comfortable beds Right on subway line so easy access to the city Nice area with plenty of dining options Small park across the street

In order to be an official CITY TOUR GUIDE, you need to have to go to a special program at ITHQ (institut de tourisme and hotelerie du Québec).  The problem is that the teachers there work for a large tour agency in Montréal and you are expected to work for them at minimum wage.  If you do not fit the profile you are ghosted.I have been persona non grata as I did not fit the mold... ________________________________________________ Updated March 24th 2023 (since you insist) The reality is that: Bruno L., the director of the course, was friendly but a really bad teacher. No pedagogy whatsoever. His presentations were very long with very little to say. A 10 page powerpoint presentation that could fit on half a page word document that would last 3 hours. The history class was a pure nightmare. The guy (and he was so bad, that I can't even remember his name) was sitting at his desk for 3 hours each time reading from his own notes from previous classes he did at UNI. Boring and tedious. There were a few good classes, like art in the city and local géography. But the rest was good only to light up my fireplace... I did the course because I had no other choice if I wanted to be a tour guide. I remember one group presentation the director of the program did, Guidatour was there, Ruby R., a girl that was presented to be a high flying tour guide representing APGT and M. Poiré from VDM. VDM is a separate company but also design tours for Guidatour They were telling us how to look and dress accordingly, mostly like an air stewardess. During the course, 3 people quit, and since I very seldom see anyone from my cohort actually leading tours besides the teachers there. Good thing I started my own agency and now am one of the best rated tour guide agencies. Having to go through ITHQ was basically a nightmare, in my opinion.

We stayed there 5 nights in July. The people were pleasant, professional and kind especially Frank in the restaurant. The included breakfast was fresh, filling, high quality and a nice selection. The room was quiet with a comfortable bed and a balcony. The location was great for exploring the city by foot or Metro. The station entrance is under the same roof as the hotel.

Love this place! Expert service and highest quality food. Would recommend to everyone without hesitation.

A fabulous way to experience fine dining, in a cozy classy atmosphere, without pretension. My best friend and I loved our experience. And as a VEGAN and GLUTEN-FREE customer, I was more than pleased with the options on the menu...even more on my tastebuds! We were greated by senior staff (teachers???) and served by a few students. Now we were at the beginning of a semester so maybe the students are more involved eventually??? Anyway, to be discovered! My bestie and I want to go back. Oh yes and price wise, just perfect. So you pay for an amazing quality meal, but again without exaggeration.

Great service, food, vibe. Place is roomy, not crowded. Menu a little limited but you will find something you like. 5 star quality at 3 star pricing.

Very nice birthday evening with friends, excellent service! We took their 5 courses meal, and we order one more appetizer to make it 6....reasonable price for the great food and service we had. Will definitely come back soon