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Qu\u00e9bec\u2019s hotel scene has a whole lot of history, including some gems that have been in operation for over 100 years. It\u2019s inspiring, considering all the changes our old capital has undergone since its foundation, and also rather rare to see well-established hotels continue to grow and thrive over the decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

H\u00f4tel Ch\u00e2teau Bellevue\u2019s most popular neighbor, the famous Ch\u00e2teau Frontenac, recently celebrated its 125th anniversary. A host of events highlighting this enviable achievement wrapped up on December 18, 2018, the date of the anniversary<\/a>. Far from harbouring any jealousy over its longevity, I was more interested in what H\u00f4tel Ch\u00e2teau Bellevue would be like when it turned 125, and my imagination began to wander. You have to agree that the views from H\u00f4tel Ch\u00e2teau Bellevue\u2019s rooms inspire the imagination\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why not start from where we are right now after 33 years of hotel hospitality (my family acquired the premises in 1986), and look back on what was accomplished long before I began running the hotel? Our street, Rue de la Porte, has a rich family history that predates the hotel establishment you\u2019re familiar with today. From the outside, you can see there were once four different adjacent houses. Today, these houses form a whole: our H\u00f4tel Ch\u00e2teau Bellevue. Before my family bought the premises in 1986, here\u2019s what was behind each of these addresses:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10, rue de la Porte\u00a0: Manoir Laurentien<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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12, rue de la Porte : Castel du Parc<\/p>\n\n\n\n

14, rue de la Porte\u00a0:\u00a0 Manoir Laporte<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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16, rue de la Porte : Ch\u00e2teau Normandie, and later on Manoir Bellevue\"\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While we know a little bit about what was behind these doors, I\u2019m curious to know more about these small hotels that seem to have vanished from our collective memory. Could one of my readers or guests have already stayed at one or the other before we created the H\u00f4tel Ch\u00e2teau Bellevue that we know today?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I like to know where we come from to gain a better understanding of where we\u2019re going. Did you know that until 1997, our street was called Rue Laporte? It wasn\u2019t in honour of someone named Laporte, but rather in reference to a door in a fortification that no longer exists. That\u2019s why, a little over 20 years ago, the name was changed to Rue de la Porte, which literally means \u201cthe Door Street.\u201d The houses that dominate the Jardin des Gouverneurs, formerly doors 10 to 16, form part of the rental houses that were built at the request of the widow of Simon Peters (http:\/\/www.patrimoine-culturel.gouv.qc.ca\/rpcq\/detail.do?methode=consulter&id=7868&type=pge#.XL94TulYaCo) at the beginning of the 20th century. Those houses have served as accommodation for tourists and travellers every since they were first built, which I find very interesting. And if the name Simon Peters doesn\u2019t ring a bell, then maybe if I mention that he was the architect behind the gorgeous Domaine Cataraqui<\/a> you may want to know a little more about him. Anyway, I digress\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The accomplishments of the previous generations of Girard have inspired me to continue growing the hotel in keeping with the family tradition, but also with an eye to current industry practices. Ever since we opened, we\u2019ve been very conscious of the privilege and good fortune of being located in what is the heart of Old Qu\u00e9bec. It seems only natural that in moving forward, we will continue to focus on our stellar location, the peacefulness of the area, and the warm welcome we offer all our guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, it\u2019s an honour to continue my father\u2019s work and uphold the company\u2019s family values, but with a contemporary focus on quality. Looking at the latest trends in the hotel industry<\/a>, I was delighted to see we are in line with many other hotels that focus on the trends frequently mentioned. I wrote about my concern for the environment and the practical steps taken to do our bit for sustainable development in a recent article<\/a>. Also, I like to remind people that our guests enjoy their comfortable rooms at H\u00f4tel Ch\u00e2teau Bellevue, but they come for the overall travel experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cExperience\u201d culture<\/a> must never be abandoned in favor of technology designed to increase the speed and efficiency of an accommodation service. Obviously these values and approaches were passed on to me by my father and grandfather, so they mean a lot to me. Like our 125-year-old neighbor, H\u00f4tel Ch\u00e2teau Bellevue\u2019s heritage isn\u2019t just about the architecture and the decor\u2014it\u2019s about the warm welcome and personalized service of our dedicated staff. Don\u2019t expect to be greeted by a robot butler at H\u00f4tel Ch\u00e2teau Bellevue anytime soon. Technology may be evolving quickly, but our human values and personal touch will always come first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking further ahead, I can already see a new generation mindful of maintaining the character and family spirit of our hotel. With technology omnipresent in the decades ahead, we can and must do our utmost to bring a more human touch to our services, coupled with an unwavering desire to always do better. Future travellers may experience less personal warmth and hospitality on their journeys, even in a destination as friendly as Qu\u00e9bec City. At H\u00f4tel Ch\u00e2teau Bellevue, I like to think that we\u2019ll always be a welcoming and comforting place to stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lastly, I would be proud to see our well-earned, but once secretly-guarded, reputation for classic Qu\u00e9bec hospitality continue. I want to see the same glint of pride in the eyes of our staff\u2014whether they\u2019re a member of the Girard family or an employee looking to move into management\u2014that comes from knowing they\u2019ve helped grow the hotel over the years, without ever forgetting the warm hospitality that sets us apart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As H\u00f4tel Ch\u00e2teau Bellevue moves towards its own 125th anniversary, I encourage you to go in and visit the Ch\u00e2teau Frontenac this year (if you haven\u2019t already). I\u2019m sure you know it well from the outside, but take the time to admire the splendor behind its doors. With a guided tour<\/a>, you\u2019ll get a true insider\u2019s view of our city\u2019s legendary hospitality.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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