Manoir Hovey

Not the first visit to the excellent Manoir Hovey, which seems even better in the quiet of winter than in the fuller flush of summer. A first time visit to the spa opened whole new possibilities, including the thermal circuit once after dinner. Views from the hot tub under a falling snow are hard to beat. A glad nod to Marc at the spa, for possibly one of the best massages we’ve ever had.

I can only think of two words that can adequately describe our stay at Manoir Hovey: supremely perfect. This was our second visit to this family-owned Relais & Châteaux property in North Hatley, Québec, and it reminded us exactly why we returned. Even during what is likely the sleepiest time of year in the Eastern Townships, the staff were nothing short of alert, warm, welcoming, and accommodating. The hospitality here feels genuine rather than scripted — something that is increasingly rare. One of the highlights of our stay was the spa and thermal experience. Moving between the sauna, cold plunge, and outdoor heated pool overlooking Lake Massawippi was deeply restorative — the kind of quiet luxury that encourages you to slow down and truly relax. Another standout was an evening spent in the Tap Room, hosted by Alain, whose sincerity, warmth, and jovial spirit made the experience unforgettable. His passion for wine and effortless hospitality created an atmosphere that felt both intimate and celebratory. The food throughout our stay was exceptional, thoughtful and beautifully prepared, and our accommodations in the Wolfe Cottage were simply outstanding — elegant, comfortable, and perfectly situated for both privacy and lake views. Manoir Hovey manages to achieve something rare: refined luxury without a trace of pretension. It feels personal, authentic, and deeply welcoming. We left already thinking about when we might return.

Manoir Hovey provided us with outstanding customer service. They upgraded us to a room that accommodated our sweet small dog. The food is outstanding & they served it im our room for all meals in a timely manner. Sometimes bringing us each serving individually to insure it was at it's best to eat. The room was beautiful, bed very comfortable & the fenced deck was perfect for our little pup. We highly recommend to all!

We spent a beautiful week-end at Manoir Hovey. Being our first time there, we were given a tour of the property, which works much better than the verbal description :) Check-in and check-out were quick and efficient; our car was parked next to our room and the luggage was unloaded while we were on the tour. The room itself (33 - Wolfe) was bright and spacious, looking at the lake; bathroom was spotless and well equipped. Both the Tap Room bistro and the Hatley restaurant had great food, but real kudos go to the chef for the spectacular Discovery menu: from the duck egg with caviar, through the trout and scallops, crowned by the bison Rossinni, all paired with great skill by Jack, the sommelier. Chapeau, chef Vachon! The spa is modern, well-maintained, and the outdoor pools were just perfect on a sunny February day! All the staff was helpful, prompt and made us feel at home. Thank you for a charming week-end! We warmly recommend the Manoir Hovey.

It was time for some solo r+r and Hovey is the hotel I routinely visit for such a purpose. The staff and dining are excellent and the spa experience is the "icing on the cake". I even managed to read a memoir by a young lady who spent her summers in the area. This property is highly recommended by this routine guest. Enjoy!