Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons

Property class: 2

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Restaurant
A reception area with a wooden counter, a globe, a clock, and a brick wall.
A bar area with stools, a menu board, and a sign that reads "COMMANDEZ LICI".
Interior
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, pendant lighting, and a large window.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov

Explore the area

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63 Rue Ambroise Fafard, bloc 1, Baie-St-Paul, QC, G3Z 2J7
  • Place, Musée d'Art Contemporain
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Train de Charlevoix
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Arena Luc et Marie-Claude
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Single Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Single Beds

Basic Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Basic Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Basic Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Basic Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Superior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Baie-St-Paul

Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons puts you in the heart of Baie-St-Paul, within steps of Galerie d'art Yvon Desgagnés and Galerie Art et style. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a picnic area. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Continental breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Baie-St-Paul hostel, you'll be 23.5 km (14.6 mi) from Le Massif de Charlevoix.

What's nearby

  • Musée d'Art Contemporain - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • François Garden - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Train de Charlevoix - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Arena Luc et Marie-Claude - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Carrefour Culturel Paul Médéric - 3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chez Mag - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Le Diapason - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Joe Smoked Meat - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. WiFi is free in public spaces. Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Baie-St-Paul hostel is smoke free.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
  • Dining venue
Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons offers 27 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and blackout curtains. This Baie-St-Paul hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: CAD 10.50 for adults and CAD 10.50 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

More

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laundry detergent
  • Mobile key entry
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately CAD 10.50 for adults and from CAD 10.50 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property Registration Number 2027-02-28, 295315

Property is also known as

63 Rue Ambroise Fafard
Auberge de Jeunesse des Balcons Baie-St-Paul
Auberge de Jeunesse des Balcons Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons?

Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons?

As of 13 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons on 15 Nov 2026 start from AU$141, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons?

Yep, Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons?

The closest beach to Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons is Plage de Baie-Saint-Paul (1.6 km).

Is there a spa on site at Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons?

No, there is no spa at this property. Spa Nordique Le Germain is a short 5-minute walk away.

Does Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental brekkie is on offer daily between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons?

No, Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons?

No, pets are not allowed.

Auberge de Jeunesse Les Balcons Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 94 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, free parking
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean place to stay for a short stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
A clean hostel requires limited services. It’s close to the park and river. Kitchen is well organized.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay if you like outdoors sports You can go downhill or cross country skiing or go hiking there's also nice restaurants near by and if you want this hostel have a nice resto bar at the RDC of the building.Staff is very friendly. Love this area of Charlevoix.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cool stay, people were very respectful of one another and staff was helpful and everything is very clear about how it works, check out was easy and the location is absolutely wonderful! Will be back 100%
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Everything was great. The next time I arrive I’d like to help w translation of signs to English. I hope I didn’t break any rules because I couldn’t read some of the signs. Other than that I really liked the atmosphere and vibe. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and the staff were fantastic. The live entrainment downstairs along with the nearby cafe, the Sunday market across the yard and the nearby grocery store, was just perfect. I was here during a trail race and it was the first time in years since I’ve stayed at a hostel, but I would definitely stay here again. Also, I couldn’t get a ride to the airport and one of the staff was kind enough to get off his shift early so he could drive me there. Incredibly nice and unexpected!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Les chambres et les facilités (salle de douche et toilettes) sont très propres!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very well maintained and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clairement au-dessus de la moyenne pour ce type d'hébergement. Beaucoup d'équipements, chambres spacieuses, lits et literie hyper confortables.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Agréable
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très proche de tout et très abordable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Endroit chaleureux et accueillant, propre, chambre confortable avec une superbe vue de la fenêtre ou des balcons, cuisine avec toutes ses commodités, douche et toilettes communautaires très propres, situé en plein coeur du centre-ville, accès à un jardin, piste cyclable ou randonnée pédestre jusqu'au fleuve et d'une plage qui vous attend. Stationnement amplement grand. Je recommande fortement cet endroit. Merci à tout le personnel et tout particulièrement à Charlotte! 😉
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent séjour ! Tout est parfait et fonctionnel, le personnel sympathique et disponible. Nous reviendrons !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
magnifique emplacement le personne convivial la cuisine très fonctionnelle et agréable stationnement gratuit et assez grand
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La réception est extrêmement difficile à trouver. Il manque d'indication pour s'y rendre. La chambre sentait un peu le renfermé et lors de ma première nuit, des gens changeaient des meubles de place jusqu'à 23:40. Le reste était très bien.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Auberge de jeunesse que je recommande sans hésitation.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staf accueillant dans ce lieu paisible et propre où tout a été pensé pour favoriser une vie en société respectueuse et harmonieuse, à prix modique. L’essentiel est là pour profiter de cette campagne magnifique environnante.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bien assez de places de parking, les chambres sont confortables et le coin cuisine et salon est très bien équipé. Je retournerai sans problème lors d'un prochain voyage.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Très bien !

Très bon hôtel qui propose diverses chambres en fonction des budgets. La chambre avec salle de bain privée était très propre et fonctionnelle. La cuisine commune est très propre, très bien équipée et très accueillante. Le petit bistrot au rez-de-chaussée, bien qu'un peu cher, propose des petits plats dont des soupes de qualité
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très belle auberge! Bons prix, personnel très sympathique et compétent! Merci beaucoup pour ce beau séjour!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Im Zentrum zwischen Kunstgeschäfte und schöne Spaziergang/ Joggingstrecke am St Lawrence Fluss. Spartanisch aber bequem. Saubere und neue Duschen. Große Küche mit Balkon.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super de belles endroits abordables prêt de tout propre et le personnel très agréable je recommande
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Tout simplement parfait!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très bon séjour. Bar pour aller boire un verre le soir dans les lieux et un autre pour un café cosy le matin. Animation certains soirs de la semaine. Nous avons pu faire de belles rencontres le soir aux cuisines communes
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025