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La Belle Excuse

3.0 star property
Lodge in St-Joachim-de-Montmorency with free parking

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Spa
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, toys
Exterior
Dining room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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48 Chem. du Cap Tourmente, Saint-Joachim, QC, G0A 3X0
  • Place, Canyon Ste-Anne
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Sainte-Anne Waterfall
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Mont Sainte-Anne
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Room

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Chalet

  • Garden view
  • 19 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 52
  • 15 Queen Beds, 4 Double Bunk Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

View all photos for Basic Room

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Saint-Joachim

At La Belle Excuse, you'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from Saint Lawrence River and 5 km (3.1 mi) from Sainte-Anne Waterfall. Highlights at this lodge include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly lodge offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class St-Joachim-de-Montmorency lodge, attractions include Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré and Mont Sainte-Anne.
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What's nearby

  • Canyon Ste-Anne - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Sainte-Anne Waterfall - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré - 10 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Mont Sainte-Anne - 10 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Cap Tourmente National Wildlife Area - 11 min drive - 7.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Casse Croûte Marc-André - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Le Marie Beaupre - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Radio Café - ‬7 min drive

About this property

La Belle Excuse

Lodge in St-Joachim-de-Montmorency with free parking
La Belle Excuse offers its guests hot springs. Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include meeting rooms and coworking spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at La Belle Excuse. Self parking is free.

This 3-star St-Joachim-de-Montmorency lodge is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
La Belle Excuse offers 19 accommodations with rice cookers and shared/communal kitchens. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This St-Joachim-de-Montmorency lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

There are hot springs open between 7:00 AM and noon.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Hot spring
  • Snow sports gear
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Hot spring
  • Hot springs open from 7:00 AM - noon
  • Hot springs water temperature - 38 ºC

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (86 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

More

  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: CAD 60
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 60

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's What's App mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: CAD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: CAD 60 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 60 (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on length of stay and unit size

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property Registration Number 2024-09-12, 315301

We should mention

  • Hot springs access available from 7:00 AM to noon.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

La Belle Excuse Lodge
La Belle Excuse Saint-Joachim
La Belle Excuse Lodge Saint-Joachim

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at La Belle Excuse?

Yep, La Belle Excuse has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to La Belle Excuse?

The closest beach to La Belle Excuse is Berthier Beach (16.8 km).

Is La Belle Excuse family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a gas grill, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that La Belle Excuse is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at La Belle Excuse?

No, La Belle Excuse does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at La Belle Excuse?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

La Belle Excuse Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 66 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jamie

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julie, Chelsea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shared kitchen was very well equipped. The room was comfortable and practical. The only observation is that the room we had (room 1) due to its location adjacent to the front door and common room, was very noisy. Our sleep was disrupted every time other patrons entered or left.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wenwei

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice quiet place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved my stay for a 2nd time

Ownership and name changed since my last stay but it still is as comfy and clean. I love the location. There was one drawback when I arrived, the main road was closed for construction and it was not very clearly identified. The detour was via a veeeeerrry asteep route through the mountain. Noth anyone's fault but it was a drawback for me. I would return for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Belle découverte: beau concept. On était de passage pour une seule nuit mais on reviendrait, entre amis, pour un plus long séjour pour profiter de tout ce que l’établissement a à offrir.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mattandly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay perfect for our family.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Odette

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mélanie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guylain

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Grace, North York

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place is nice & comfy. Very accommodating & Clean. 💯
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

n

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Nice clean room. No complains. kitchen available to cook, coffee machine, fridge, freezer
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

PASCAL

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and very good value.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

gustavo

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valentina

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

hermann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Martin

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

MSA Trip

Very practical place and sharing the kitchen, living room, games room becomes very interesting too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Victoria

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had room one and the noise levels were just awful, the room shook as people entered and excited the property. People using the living space were really disrespectful about noise even after being asked twice to keep it down at 7am they were letting kids run around screaming and there was no soundproofing at all. The hotel hot tub wasn’t warm so we were unable to use it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jiatian

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I wish I could love this hotel as it looks very chic from the pictures but I was traveling with children and the bunk bed was very squeaky and mattress so uncomfortable, you literally sink into the mattress as it had poor support. Facilities wise, there’s no fridge, microwave or coffee maker in the room, and the closest coffee shop is ten minutes by car. I guess it could work for travellers who just want to spend the night, but definitely do not recommend for family with children.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024