Where to stay in Gaspé? The Motel Camping des Ancêtres welcomes you to a setting nestled between the sea, the mountains, and the great outdoors

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Where to stay in Gaspé? The Motel Camping des Ancêtres welcomes you to a setting nestled between the sea, the mountains, and the great outdoors

There are places where you just spend the night. And there are others where you take the time to live.

At the Motel Camping des Ancêtres in L'Anse-à-Valleau, you'll discover a quieter, more authentic side of the Gaspé Peninsula, where days begin with birdsong and end with a shared meal outdoors, overlooking a small, peaceful lake.

Just 35 minutes from downtown Gaspé, this welcoming place is the perfect starting point for exploring the region’s most beautiful attractions, while enjoying accommodations designed for travelers who like to take their time.

Accommodations in Gaspé for Every Type of Traveler

Whether you're traveling as a couple, with family, with friends, or on your own, the Motel Camping des Ancêtres offers a package tailored to your stay.

There you will find:

  • comfortable motel rooms;
  • fully equipped vacation apartments;
  • A welcoming campground where you can fully enjoy the great outdoors.

No matter how you choose to travel, you'll be welcomed with all the warmth and hospitality of the Gaspé Peninsula.

A unique dining and rest area in the Gaspé Peninsula

If there's one thing that truly sets the Motel Camping des Ancêtres apart, it's its dining and lounge area.

Imagine preparing your dinner outdoors, cooking at a leisurely pace while taking in the scenery, and then enjoying your meal overlooking the little lake. Here, we take the time to enjoy the outdoors.

No need to go back to your room or cook in a cramped space. Everything is set up so that travelers can fully enjoy the outdoors in a friendly and relaxing atmosphere.

After a day spent exploring Gaspé and the surrounding area, this space naturally becomes a gathering place where we share the day’s discoveries, the children play nearby, and we simply enjoy the moment.

Because in Gaspésie, the fondest memories are often made around a table.

Near Gaspé's must-see attractions and Forillon National Park

Staying in L'Anse-à-Valleau also means choosing a strategic location from which to explore Gaspé and the surrounding area.

Nearby, several must-see attractions await you:

  • the Pointe-à-la-Renommée Historic Site, just 15 minutes away;
  • Rivière-au-Renard, Quebec's marine fishing capital, just 10 minutes away;
  • Forillon National Park, about 25 minutes away;

Outdoor enthusiasts will also find plenty to enjoy here, thanks to direct access to the International Appalachian Trail (IAT), the Enchanted Forest Trail, Jalbert Falls, and Parc de la Grève—which is perfect for families with children.

Want to cool off? You can go for a swim in the ocean nearby. Fishing enthusiasts can also try their luck at the village pier catching mackerel, a long-standing tradition in the region.

Why Choose the Motel Camping des Ancêtres for Your Stay in Gaspé

The Motel Camping des Ancêtres is more than just a place to stay.

It's a place where you can take the time to relax, cook outdoors, share a meal, enjoy the peace and quiet of the village, and set out each day to explore a new corner of Gaspé.

Whether you're on vacation for a few days or just passing through the area, you'll find a warm welcome and an environment that's perfect for unwinding.

Plan Your Stay

To explore the different types of accommodations, book your stay, or plan your vacation in Gaspé, the Motel Camping des Ancêtres welcomes you in L'Anse-à-Valleau.

Your next adventure might just begin here, in L'Anse-à-Valleau, where nature, tranquility, and Gaspé hospitality come together.

Gaspé sustainable destination

Sustainable development at the heart of our destination

Escale Gaspé is committed to making sustainable development a central, cross-cutting element of its strategic planning. It is aligned with Croisières du Saint-Laurent's Sustainable Development Strategy and shares its vision for the St. Lawrence destination.

The cruise industry contributes to the socio-economic vitality of Quebec and its regions, while helping to preserve and regenerate ecosystems. The St. Lawrence destination offers a human and sustainable experience with a positive impact, through the bridges we build between visitors and host communities, maritime, tourism and scientific players.

Escale Gaspé has taken action in recent years in terms of sustainable tourism development. It has equipped its cruise lodge with waste-sorting islands and a boutique showcasing local products. It also broadcasts sustainable and responsible tourism awareness content for cruise passengers, via a screen located in its pavilion.

The organization also rolled out its first-ever stakeholder consultation forum in spring 2025, participates regularly in the sustainable tourism best-practice sharing community Les Courants Durables du Saint-Laurent, and takes part in a social acceptability campaign run by Croisières du Saint-Laurent.

Destination Gaspé's brand-new, optimized website also stimulates the local economy and enhances the tourism offering by improving the visibility and appeal of local businesses. It offers a modern, engaging showcase on a centralized platform, while integrating rich content linked to local stories and the region's unique cultural events.