A Weekend Getaway from Montreal: Sainte-Agathe with the Family
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An hour from Montreal, treat your family to a Sainte-Agathe weekend with everything included: pool, waterslide, fresh air.
Barely an hour's drive separates Montreal from the Laurentians, and yet the change of scenery is complete. For a family getaway near Montreal that calls for no long planning and no big expedition budget, Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts checks every box. Pack the bags on Friday after work, drive north, and wake up Saturday morning surrounded by lakes and mountains. At Hôtel Terra Laurentides, everything is designed so parents can unwind and kids can have fun, from the first splash in the indoor pool to Sunday's breakfast.
A family getaway near Montreal, without the hassle
The secret to a successful weekend with kids is keeping the driving to a minimum. By settling into the hotel on Friday evening, you turn your room into a base camp: no need to get back on the road for every activity. Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts is just the right size for that. The village, Lac des Sables and the P'tit Train du Nord trail are all a few minutes away, and Mont-Tremblant is about twenty minutes down the road if you feel like a bigger outing.
At Hôtel Terra Laurentides, plenty of little details lighten the family logistics: continental breakfast is included every morning, parking and Wi-Fi are free, and the heated indoor pool is open year-round, whatever the weather. Connecting rooms and family suites with bunk beds give everyone space. And if your dog is part of the family, they are welcome too: simply mention it when you book.
The hotel itself has plenty to win families over. With its 74 rooms and suites spread over four floors served by an elevator, it offers space for every configuration, from couples to tribes of five. Twenty-two suites even feature a whirlpool tub, a little luxury once the kids are asleep. Taken over by Groupe G5, a team with thirty years of experience in hospitality and dining, the hotel is built on one simple idea, summed up by its motto: live, eat and drink to the rhythm of nature in the Laurentians.
Friday evening: an easy arrival
After a short hour on the road, you walk through the hotel doors in the early evening. Just enough time to drop the bags, and the kids are already asking for the pool. Good news: the 21-metre indoor spiral waterslide is a hit with everyone, with a descent that plunges into the pool below. While the young ones play, parents can enjoy the whirlpool. Pool hours are posted at the front desk; a quick look when you arrive will spare you any disappointment.
For supper, the village of Sainte-Agathe is just steps away and its spots suit families well: a crêperie, a pizzeria, a snack bar or one of the village cafés will do the trick. Don't hesitate to ask the front desk for suggestions based on your kids' tastes. Back in the room, the evening ends early: tomorrow will be a full day.
Saturday: outdoors, swimming and the village
Saturday starts with the included breakfast, a real time-saver when travelling as a family. Bellies full, head to Lac des Sables, a few minutes from the hotel. In summer, its municipal beach and calm waters are perfect for swimming and sandcastles, and a boat outing offers a lovely view of the mountains. Cycling fans, meanwhile, hop on the P'tit Train du Nord trail, which passes close by and stays nice and flat, perfect for little legs.
In winter, the scenery changes but the fun remains: family skiing at Tremblant or Mont Blanc, cross-country skiing, hiking trails and long rides down snowy slides. In fall, the colours steal the show, and in spring, the region's sugar shacks treat everyone. Whatever the season, you head back to the hotel in the late afternoon for a swim before supper, the kids' favourite ritual.
Sunday: one last morning before heading home
No need to rush on Sunday. Savour breakfast one last time, take a final run down the waterslide, then wander through the village: the summer market, cafés and little shops invite you to slow down before getting back on the highway. Since the drive back to Montreal takes only an hour, you can enjoy your morning without watching the clock.
That is often when a thought settles in: what if we stayed one more night? That is exactly the spirit of the hotel: the urge to linger, to not head home right away. Nothing stops you from adding a night to your stay if the mood strikes.
Book your family weekend
A Laurentians getaway from Montreal has never been easier to plan: an hour's drive, a hotel where everything is included, and activities for all ages just steps away. To enjoy our best rate guarantee, book directly on our rooms and suites page, or call us at 1 866 527-9206. Our team will be happy to recommend the ideal room for your tribe and answer your questions. The mountains are waiting; all that's left is to pack.
