Chateau Cartier Hotel & Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort  

In Aylmer, Gatineau — a chateau-style resort set minutes from the Ottawa River and Champlain Bridge. Address: 1170 Chemin Aylmer, Gatineau, QC. About 10 minutes from Parliament Hill and the ByWard Market and close to the Canadian War Museum, Rideau Canal and Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus. An award-winning 18-hole golf course sits right on the grounds and the Kōena Spa is a short drive away.

Classic chateau architecture meets modern rooms. Expect 42-inch TVs, Keurig coffee makers, mini-fridges, desks and private bathrooms — some rooms have deep soaking tubs. Complimentary Wi‑Fi and a warm chocolate chip cookie on arrival add simple comforts. The vibe is relaxed and subtly upscale, with plenty of green space and golf-course views.

Full-service spa (massages, body treatments, facials), sauna and massage services (extra charges may apply). Indoor pool, 24-hour fitness centre, bar and on-site restaurant, plus a coffee shop. 24-hour front desk, free self-parking, elevator, hair salon, concierge, laundry and ATM. Wake up to river breezes and hit the fairway steps from the hotel.

Extensive meeting and event space — roughly 17,997 sq ft with 19 meeting rooms and contemporary A/V tech. 24-hour business center, complimentary wired and wireless internet, and free onsite parking make it easy to work and host seminars or weddings.

On-site restaurant and bar/lounge, plus a coffee shop for snacks and quick bites. Room service is available during limited hours. Full breakfasts are served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee, with options that highlight local flavours.