Auberge Beauséjour is an inn in Les Éboulements, a village on the high road between Baie-Saint-Paul and La Malbaie. The village sits on a plateau above the St. Lawrence, with sweeping views over the river, and it is known for its farms, small producers and the quiet pace of the road between the two main towns. Staying here puts you in the middle of the Charlevoix coast, within roughly 30 to 40 minutes of both Baie-Saint-Paul and La Malbaie, which is a useful compromise if you want to see both ends without changing hotels. Room types, dining, views and the season the inn is open all vary, so check them when you book, and confirm the dates before you plan a visit outside summer, because small inns on the coast road often keep seasonal hours. French is the everyday language, though English is generally understood.
Location and getting around
Les Éboulements is on Route 362, the scenic coast road, and the descent to Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive and the ferry to Isle-aux-Coudres is nearby. The Domaine Forget at Saint-Irénée is a short drive east, and the gourmet producers of the region lie along the road. A car is essential, because the villages are spread out and public transport is very limited. Take care on the hills and bends in winter, and allow extra time for photographs of the view.
The rooms and the feel
A village auberge usually offers a calm, personal stay, with a handful of rooms and a homely atmosphere. We do not list room types, bathrooms, breakfast, parking or WiFi here, so check them when you book, and ask about river views and quiet rooms. If you want dinner in the village, check whether the inn serves meals or whether you will need to drive to a nearby restaurant, and book ahead in summer.
Who it suits and what to know: choose Auberge Beauséjour if you want a central, quiet base on the coast road, if you enjoy farm-food shops and small producers, or if you prefer a village to a town. It suits couples and independent travellers more than visitors who want a long list of facilities. July, August and the autumn colours are the busiest, and small inns sell out early, so book ahead.
In the shoulder seasons, some businesses close, so check what is open, and in winter confirm the inn is open and the road is clear. It is also worth asking about cancellation terms, since weather on the hills can change travel plans, and comparing a midweek night with a weekend if your dates are flexible. You may want a different base if you plan to ski every day at Le Massif.
Why stay here
- ✓Village inn setting
- ✓Hilltop location
- ✓St. Lawrence views (check when you book)
- ✓Central on the coast road
- ✓Dining (check when you book)
- ✓Parking (check when you book)
- ✓WiFi (check when you book)
- ✓Seasonal opening (check dates)
Good questions
Where is Auberge Beauséjour?+
In Les Éboulements, a village on the coast road between Baie-Saint-Paul and La Malbaie in Charlevoix.
Is it a good central base?+
The village is roughly halfway between Baie-Saint-Paul and La Malbaie. Check driving times when you book.
Is it open in winter?+
Small inns on the coast road often keep seasonal hours, so confirm dates before you plan a winter stay.
