10 Places to Relax and Play Outside in Gaspésie

Here are 10 accommodation options with hot tubs or spas that also offer outdoor activities nearby, making them great places to unwind for the duration of your stay with your loved ones in Gaspésie.

Located in a maple grove, Mytik Shack-Sucré in Saint-René-de-Matane is an ideal place to relax surrounded by nature. In the winter, you can go snowshoeing, backcountry skiing and snowmobiling on site. However, you may be tempted to stay in your chalet for the duration since it includes an electric fireplace, a private hot tub on the deck and an outdoor fireplace… You can even have food boxes delivered directly to you during your stay!

The Village Grande Nature Chic-Chocs resort in Cap-Chat offers customized getaways for outdoor enthusiasts. Regardless of what you’re looking for or the size of your group, you’re bound to find accommodations that suit you here, whether in a cabin, the lodge or the studio. Located at the foot of the Chic-Choc Mountains and surrounded by forest, the resort is just a stone’s throw from several types of trails. Enjoy going hiking, snowmobiling, fatbiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing during your stay.

Photo: Village Grande Nature Chic-Chocs

The Auberge de montagne des Chic-Chocs in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, offers a very comfortable adventure in the Chic-Choc Mountains. A stay at this mountain lodge is also an opportunity to enjoy several winter activities, including snowshoeing, backcountry skiing and Hok skiing. Your all-inclusive package also includes delicious dinners prepared by a chef. After your evening meal, be sure to enjoy a soak in the hot tub on the deck!

Auberge de montagne des Chic-Chocs. Photo: Jeff Bartlett

To admire the icy St. Lawrence in the winter, nothing beats a stay at the Panora seaside pods in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts! Offering impressive views of the sea, these units include a full kitchen and a private hot tub on the deck. You can also enjoy hiking and other winter activities on the nearby trails such as the Sentier du Mont Pointu trail as well as those found in Parc Côtier du Ruisseau-Castor and Parc national de la Gaspésie.

Hot tub in a Panora seaside pod. Photo: Dany Vachon

If you’re an outdoor enthusiast visiting Parc national de la Gaspésie, you’ll want to stay at the Gîte du Mont-Albert. Surrounded by mountains, you can go snowshoeing, backcountry skiing and cross-country skiing on groomed and ungroomed trails in the park. Whether you’re staying at the hotel or in a nearby cabin, you’ll have access to the hotel’s restaurant, which offers a country-style atmosphere and a menu featuring local flavours. You can also relax in the warmth of the indoor sauna.

Gîte du Mont-Albert. Photo: SÉPAQ

Les Chanterelles in Gaspé (L’Anse-au-Griffon) are three cottages that can accommodate up to 6 people each. These units are located near the La Vallée sector, which offers about 35 km of trails, so you can go snowshoeing or cross-country skiing during your stay. A barrel sauna is also available for guests to enjoy alternating between hot and cold experiences.

Barrel sauna. Photo: Les Chanterelles

Located on the shores of Gaspé Bay, Chalets du Bout du Monde offers 8 cottages that can accommodate up to 6 people each. Many activities are available nearby: hiking, fatbiking (equipment included), snowshoeing (equipment included), ice skating, backcountry skiing at Mont Pesaq, downhill skiing at Mont Béchervaise, hot tub and barrel sauna. A stay in these cottages is sure to please the whole family!

Photo: Chalets du Bout du Monde

Le Nordet in Percé (Saint-Georges-de-Malbaie) offers 23 rooms and a Nordic spa including hot tubs, cold-water baths, a dry sauna and a wet eucalyptus sauna. You can also enjoy snowshoeing on your own or during a guided outing (equipment rentals available). With breakfast, lunch and dinner included in your package, you’ll have everything you need for a relaxing stay!

Photo: Le Nordet and Thuya spa

The Camp de Base Gaspésie in Percé (Coin-du-Banc) is the perfect place for an adventure! Stay in a room in the lodge or in a cottage, enjoy meals on site and breathe in the fresh sea air. Nearby activities (guided or on your own) include fatbiking, Hok skiing and ice climbing. You can then end your day with a soak in the hot tub overlooking the St. Lawrence!

Photo: Camp de Base Gaspésie 

Located near Chaleur Bay in Nouvelle (Miguasha), Les Chalets de la Mer offers 8 cottages with exceptional views of the sea. You can enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities nearby, including snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, ice skating, hockey and snow tubing. You will also have access to a private spa with a therapeutic hot tub, barrel sauna and cold bath.

Photo: Les Chalets de la Mer

Which of these sites appeals to you the most? Plan your next winter getaway in Gaspésie today!

See also: 

• Cafés and Gourmet Shops to Discover This Winter in Gaspésie
• 5 Ideal Sites for Family Getaways in Gaspésie
• 5 Snowshoe and Cross-Country Ski Trails in Gaspésie