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 November
Estimated hotel price
$150
1 night at 3-star hotel
La Malbaie in November
Estimated hotel price
$150
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 98 km 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 8h 02m.

Car

Another option to get to La Malbaie is to pick up a car rental from Québec City, which is about 123 km 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 98 km 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 8h 02m.

Car

Another option to get to La Malbaie is to pick up a car rental from Québec City, which is about 123 km 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 (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,009 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,089 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,810 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,095 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,434 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,514 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,093 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,146 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,086 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (375 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,479 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,127 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (675 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,049 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (480 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (552 reviews)
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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, 410 reviews)
$161+
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Auberge Les Sources
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 701 reviews)
$144+
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Chez Truchon Bistro-Auberge
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 474 reviews)
$95+
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Clarion Pointe La Malbaie
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1112 reviews)
$76+
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Hôtel au Petit Berger
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1438 reviews)
$132+
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Hôtel et Pavillons Le Petit Manoir du Casino
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1640 reviews)
$136+
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Renting a car in La Malbaie

Expect to pay $4.24 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 $50.88 and $67.83.

Expect to pay $4.24 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 $50.88 and $67.83.