Stay Where Stories Were Made
These hotels weren’t built for Instagram — they were built before it. Historic Hotels are Canada’s most iconic and historic hotels, each with a story baked into the walls. From 1800s châteaus to rail-era lodges, these properties offer atmosphere, architectural depth, and the kind of character that can’t be manufactured.
This is history you can sleep in — and wake up inspired.
Top Historic Hotels in Canada
Fairmont Le Château Frontenac
From $450 Per Night
Location: Québec City, Québec
A national historic site and the most photographed hotel in the world, perched high above Old Québec’s cobblestone streets.
Fairmont Le Château Frontenac isn’t just a hotel — it’s a symbol. Towering over the fortified city of Old Québec since 1893, this grand château-style property has become a defining feature of Canada’s architectural landscape. With its copper turrets, stone facade, and riverside position, it blends history, elegance, and unmatched presence.
The interior has been beautifully updated in recent years, offering modern luxury without sacrificing the charm that makes it iconic. Rooms are classically styled, with marble bathrooms, heritage woodwork, and views of either the St. Lawrence River or the historic city. Guests can dine at Champlain Restaurant, enjoy cocktails in the atmospheric 1608 Wine & Cheese Bar, or unwind at the Moment Spa after exploring the surrounding UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Staying here isn’t just about luxury — it’s about stepping into Canadian history and seeing how heritage and hospitality can live side by side. It’s theatrical, dignified, and entirely unforgettable.
The Empress Hotel
From $420 Per Night
Location: Victoria, British Columbia
A waterfront Victorian landmark known for its grand tea service, architectural legacy, and polished West Coast hospitality.
The Empress Hotel — now officially the Fairmont Empress — has been welcoming guests to Victoria’s Inner Harbour since 1908. Its ivy-covered facade and regal interior have made it a West Coast institution, blending British elegance with Vancouver Island charm.
The hotel’s recent restoration has refreshed its interiors without erasing its soul. Rooms are bright, classic, and calming, many overlooking the harbor or the Legislature’s illuminated dome. The famed Afternoon Tea at the Empress is still a ritual — complete with fine china, tiered trays, and over a century of tradition.
The spa, pool, and dining rooms are all first-class, but what truly sets The Empress apart is the way it connects guests to Victoria’s heart — by foot, by ferry, or simply through its walls. It’s ideal for couples, history lovers, and those who prefer tradition to trend.
Fairmont Banff Springs
From $470 Per Night
Location: Banff, Alberta
A National Historic Site and iconic “Castle in the Rockies,” offering timeless grandeur and alpine wellness at the edge of the forest.
Fairmont Banff Springs is a hotel that redefines scale. Built in 1888 to serve the Canadian Pacific Railway, its stone towers, grand halls, and Gothic flourishes make it feel more like a fortress than a resort — but behind the dramatic exterior lies comfort, calm, and impeccable service.
Guests can wander from the spa to the ski hill, from riverside hikes to roaring fireplaces, all without ever leaving the grounds. The Willow Stream Spa is among the best in Canada, and the hotel’s numerous restaurants range from cozy pubs to elegant fine dining.
Located within Banff National Park, this historic hotel gives guests easy access to some of Canada’s most beautiful natural trails, lakes, and wildlife. But what makes Banff Springs so powerful is how it holds both nature and culture in one space — where you can feel far away and still completely taken care of.
Dalvay by the Sea
From $285 Per Night
Location: Prince Edward Island, PEI
A coastal Queen Anne Revival mansion offering historic charm, literary nostalgia, and barefoot access to sand dunes and trails.
Dalvay by the Sea is one of PEI’s most treasured heritage properties — a storybook hotel built in 1895 that has preserved its elegance without turning stale. With white clapboard siding, gables, and inviting porches, it sits within Prince Edward Island National Park, just steps from the shore.
Rooms are furnished in classic antique style — no TVs or distractions, just canopy beds, wood-burning fireplaces, and views over the lake or Gulf of St. Lawrence. The dining room serves elevated Maritime fare, with seafood and seasonal vegetables anchoring the menu.
This hotel famously served as the fictional “White Sands Hotel” in the Anne of Green Gables films, and it carries that same quiet magic — the kind of place where time slows and the air feels cleaner. Whether you come for beach walks, heritage, or simplicity, Dalvay delivers.
Auberge Saint-Antoine
From $335 Per Night
Location: Québec City, Québec
A museum-meets-boutique-hotel in Old Port, blending archaeological treasures with modern luxury.
Auberge Saint-Antoine is unlike any other historic hotel in Canada — not because of age, but because of how it uses it. Built on an archaeological site along Québec City’s Old Port, this Relais & Châteaux property incorporates centuries-old artifacts into its design, giving each wing a story and each floor a sense of discovery.
The rooms are crisp and contemporary, with warm materials, spa-grade bathrooms, and windows overlooking either the river or the historic city streets. The in-house restaurant, Chez Muffy, serves refined French-Canadian cuisine in a former maritime warehouse with exposed beams and stone.
What makes this stay unforgettable is the sense of narrative woven through the property. From museum-style placards beside artifacts to original stone foundations built into the decor, Auberge Saint-Antoine doesn’t just preserve history — it lets you live in it.
The Fort Garry Hotel
From $255 Per Night
Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba
A grand railway-era hotel in downtown Winnipeg with ballroom charm, live music, and strong prairie spirit.
Originally opened in 1913 by the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway, The Fort Garry Hotel remains one of Manitoba’s great architectural landmarks. Its Beaux-Arts design, high ceilings, and ornate detailing reflect a time when hotels were designed to impress on arrival.
Today, the hotel combines that legacy with a growing wellness and arts focus. The full-service Ten Spa occupies the top floor, offering Turkish hammam rituals, massage therapy, and meditation rooms with skyline views. The newly refreshed rooms blend historic elegance with warm minimalism, while its concerts, events, and Sunday brunches bring locals into the space year-round.
For travelers passing through Winnipeg or planning a longer stay, The Fort Garry offers a connection to the city’s roots — with just enough modern edge to keep things current.
Every Room Has a Past
You’re not just booking a
bed — you’re stepping into a story that started long before you arrived.
Architectural Character
These aren’t
templates. They’re châteaus, inns, and manors with real craftsmanship.
Cultural Anchors
Many are designated
heritage sites and reflect the legacy of their cities and regions.
Modern Comfort, Classic Soul
Expect
spa tubs, fine dining, and Wi-Fi — in buildings made to last centuries.
Set in Iconic Locations
Hilltops,
harbours, national parks — these hotels helped define the destinations they’re in.
A Different Kind of Memory
Photos
here come with a sense of place. These are stays you’ll actually talk about afterward.
Why Book a Historic Hotel Through Juspur?
We don’t list “old-looking” hotels. Historic Hotels features Canadian properties with certified history, architectural depth, and proven charm. If you want a stay that adds meaning to your journey — and gives you more than just amenities — this is where to find it.
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