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 March
Estimated hotel price
$157
1 night at 3-star hotel
La Malbaie in March
Estimated hotel price
$157
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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 4h 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 Hertz, 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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 4h 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 Hertz, among others, in Québec City.

Airports near La Malbaie

YQBQuébec City
YBGSaguenay Bagotville

Airlines serving La Malbaie

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,692 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,025 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,840 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,139 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,462 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,604 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,124 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,168 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (379 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,111 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,496 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,150 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (678 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (491 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,235 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,095 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (565 reviews)
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Where to stay in La Malbaie

Average rates range from around $126 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $204 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of La Malbaie

Most booked hotels in La Malbaie

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Le Relais des Hautes Gorges
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 411 reviews)
$156+
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Hotel-Motel Castel de la Mer
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1169 reviews)
$89+
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Chez Truchon Bistro-Auberge
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 478 reviews)
$105+
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Clarion Pointe La Malbaie
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1128 reviews)
$80+
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Auberge Des 3 Canards
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 704 reviews)
$121+
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Hôtel et Pavillons Le Petit Manoir du Casino
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1656 reviews)
$136+
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Renting a car in La Malbaie

Expect to pay $4.05 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 $48.60 and $64.81.

Expect to pay $4.05 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 $48.60 and $64.81.