About Us
The Hotel 71: A Mix of History and Modernity
History of the Hotel 71
1856 – Work begins on the building to house Canada’s 1st French-speaking bank: the National Bank of Canada.
A prestigious neo-classical building built of dressed stone according to the plans of renowned architect J.F. Peachy, this prestigious building was continuously occupied by the National Bank for more than a century.
1921 – Quebec City is in full economic boom. Several banks set up shop on St-Pierre Street, which was then at the heart of the capital’s economic growth. St-Pierre Street is even nicknamed the Wall Street of Quebec City!5 floors will be added to the original building, giving it its final appearance that is still in place to this day.
2000 – The Gilbert family acquires the building located at 71 Saint-Pierre Street, marking the beginning of a new era for this historic building.
2005 – Opening of Hotel 71, transforming the former bank building into an elegant boutique hotel in the heart of the Old Port of Quebec. The establishment opens with 40 rooms with a timeless and refined décor, combining elements of historic architecture and modern amenities.
2010 – Opening of the Il Matto restaurant. Quickly becoming a staple in the sector, the renowned Il Matto restaurant offers lovers of Italian cuisine a tasty experience and is a perfect complement to the Hotel 71’s service offering.
2011 – 20 new rooms are added to the hotel to meet growing customer demand, totaling 60 rooms as well as 4 meeting rooms.
2015 – Hotel 71 joins the Preferred Hotels & Resorts group, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, ensuring international visibility as well as recognition of its high quality standards.
Mission
As a proud family business, our mission is to offer our customers and staff a quality accommodation and work experience in a unique environment, where people are at the center of our concerns.
Social Involvement
We are committed to being involved in our community.
- Collaboration for more than 12 years with the mental health organization, Vincent et Moi.
- Annual internship for groups of students with autism spectrum disorder.
- 100% of profits from the sale of Host products to local organizations.
- Financial support via the Gilbert Family Foundation to various social organizations.
Hotel 71 Today
Nestled in the heart of the Old Port of Québec, Hotel 71 offers a unique stay experience combining historic charm and modern comfort. Our 60 contemporary-style rooms and suites are designed to satisfy both business and leisure guests.
We also have 4 meeting rooms equipped with the latest technology, ideal for professional events for up to 60 people.
Our Il Matto restaurant, located in the hotel, invites you on a culinary journey to Italy with its authentic and comforting dishes in a festive atmosphere.
Just steps away from Quebec City’s best restaurants and attractions, Hotel 71 is the perfect address for a memorable urban stay.
