Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

La Malbaie travel guide

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You're Going to Love La Malbaie

With a population of 8,959, La Malbaie is a must-see destination in Quebec, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in La Malbaie to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in La Malbaie

If you’re looking for affordable options, Éphémères (181 Rue Richelieu) and Restaurant Le Saint-Laurent (181 rue Richelieu) are great picks.

When to visit La Malbaie

La Malbaie in January
Estimated hotel price
$128
1 night at 3-star hotel
La Malbaie in January
Estimated hotel price
$128
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to La Malbaie in July, when the average temperature is 64.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 75.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -0.4 °F, with an average temperature of 8.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 3.6″. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in La Malbaie, with an average rainfall of 1.3″.

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How to Get to La Malbaie

Plane

Although La Malbaie doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Saguenay Bagotville (YBG), which is located 61 miles from La Malbaie. Québec City is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, United Airlines, Air Transat and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to La Malbaie from the United States departs from New York and takes around 5h 06m.

Car

Another option to get to La Malbaie is to pick up a car rental from Québec City, which is about 77 miles from La Malbaie. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Québec City.

Plane

Although La Malbaie doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Saguenay Bagotville (YBG), which is located 61 miles from La Malbaie. Québec City is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, United Airlines, Air Transat and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to La Malbaie from the United States departs from New York and takes around 5h 06m.

Car

Another option to get to La Malbaie is to pick up a car rental from Québec City, which is about 77 miles from La Malbaie. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Québec City.

Airports near La Malbaie

YQBQuébec City
YBGSaguenay Bagotville

Airlines serving La Malbaie

KLM
Good (1,470 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,844 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,286 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,897 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,740 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,418 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,544 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,540 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,800 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,183 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,203 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (389 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,164 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,498 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,191 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (680 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,432 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (521 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,291 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (610 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of La Malbaie

Most booked hotels in La Malbaie

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Auberge La Chatelaine
3 stars
Excellent (9.6, 1177 reviews)
$98+
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Le Relais des Hautes Gorges
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 414 reviews)
$174+
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Chez Truchon Bistro-Auberge
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 481 reviews)
$104+
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Clarion Pointe La Malbaie
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1137 reviews)
$77+
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Auberge Des 3 Canards
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 705 reviews)
$106+
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Hôtel et Pavillons Le Petit Manoir du Casino
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1970 reviews)
$143+
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Renting a car in La Malbaie

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in La Malbaie (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47.

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in La Malbaie (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47.