La Malbaie, Quebec

Hôtel-Casino de Charlevoix

Hôtel-Casino de Charlevoix is a casino beside the Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu in La Malbaie, Quebec, operated by Loto-Québec and opened in 1994.

It lists over 650 slot machines, and its table games come in 6 types: Free Bet Blackjack, Roulette, Blackjack, 3 card poker, Mississippi Stud Poker and Ultimate Texas Hold'em Poker.

On site

650+ slot machines
6 table game types
Mississippi Stud Poker
Adjoining Fairmont hotel

Official website

Opening hours and prices change often, so we do not list them — check the official website before you go.

Type	Casino
City	La Malbaie, Quebec
Address	183 Rue Richelieu, La Malbaie, QC G5A 1X8
Operator	Loto-Québec
Opened	1994
Source	casinos.lotoquebec.com

Approximate locations. Map data: Natural Earth; geocoding © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Inside Hôtel-Casino de Charlevoix

History

The Casino de Charlevoix was inaugurated on June 24, 1994, in the former summer playhouse of the Manoir Richelieu, on the cliffs of Pointe-au-Pic.³ It was the first Québec casino to be linked to a hotel.³ In 1998 Loto-Québec teamed up with Canadian Pacific Hotels and the Fonds de solidarité FTQ to buy and renovate the Manoir Richelieu (now Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu) and expand the casino.³

Size of the floor

The casino lists over 700 slot machines plus electronic gaming terminals, sports betting terminals and 9 gaming tables.⁴

What you can play

Charlevoix lists 6 table games.⁵ The Zone is an electronic-table gaming area on the ground floor of the casino.⁶

Food and drink

Bar 21 is on the casino's ground level and has live music and special events on Friday and Saturday nights.⁷ The hotel restaurants Le Saint-Laurent, Le Bellerive, Le Bellerive Café and Le Point Cardinal are open to all guests, not just those 18 and over.⁴ Bar La brise is a lounge in the hotel's Grand Hall with a fireplace and live piano music.⁷

Hotel

The adjoining Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu was built in the late 19th century in French-chateau style and has 405 rooms and suites.⁸ The hotel has the Moment Spa, plus heated indoor and outdoor pools, a steam bath and whirlpools.⁸

Getting there

The casino is 150 km east of Québec City, less than a 90-minute drive from Jean-Lesage International Airport.⁴ Free outdoor parking is available with limited space; the parking garage (P1 to P3) is paid, while lots P4 to P10 are free.⁴ Casino Privilèges members can ride a free shuttle from the Salon de jeux de Québec to the casino (booking required).⁴

At the door

Guests must be 18 or older to enter the casino, including its bar and the St-Hubert Signé Casino restaurant; photo ID may be required and phone photos of ID are not accepted.⁴ Customers must dress appropriately; clothing depicting violence or associated with violent groups is prohibited.⁴

Rewards programme

The loyalty programme is Casino Privilèges, free to join at any Loto-Québec gaming location.⁹

Worth knowing

The hotel's 27-hole golf course is described as one of the oldest in North America, with views of the St. Lawrence River.⁸

Quick answers

Where is Hôtel-Casino de Charlevoix?

Hôtel-Casino de Charlevoix is at 183 Rue Richelieu, La Malbaie, QC G5A 1X8.

Who runs this casino?

Loto-Québec, according to the venue's or operator's page.

When did this casino open?

In 1994. See the oldest casinos in Canada for how it compares.

What can you play at this casino?

Table games, as listed by the venue or its operator.

Does this casino have a hotel?

Yes — the venue's or operator's page lists a hotel on site. See other casinos with a hotel.

How old do you have to be to enter?

Loto-Québec casinos and gaming halls are restricted to visitors 18 or over.¹

Where can I get help with gambling in Quebec?

Jeu : aide et référence, 24/7 gambling helpline: 514 527-0140 or 1 800 461-0140.²