The Delta Saguenay, an upscale hotel in the heart of the bustling business district.
When accessed via Highway 170 that spans across the great city of Saguenay, the building of the Delta Saguenay Hotel impresses with its height and ground size, acting somewhat like a benevolent lighthouse. This aptly heralds what its managers offer to those who come to stay, whether it be for simple family vacations in the area, temporary work nearby, or for an event or business meeting in its convention center.
Located in the Jonquière sector of Saguenay City, this 4-star family and business Marriott hotel is a bit removed from the city center and the Saguenay River, and 26 km from Bagotville Airport that serves the region. With its Boston Pizza restaurant, indoor pool, and a recently added fitness center, Delta Saguenay is among the main hotel establishments in the region.
For General Manager Olivier Fortin-Tremblay, the investments made by the owners since 2012 have turned it into a unique place in the region. The refined rooms include the following equipment: desk, ergonomic chairs, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV, coffee maker, and mini-fridge. Some rooms have a bathtub, others a walk-in shower. The suites also feature a fridge, microwave, dining area, fireplace, and sofa bed.
All rooms were renovated in 2012, inspired by the Canadian landscape, with a palette of refreshing and modern colors, and maximum use of natural light. Formerly owned by an Ontario financial group, Delta Saguenay came under local interests in 2017, led by businessman Laval Boulianne with support from the FTQ regional solidarity fund.
The hotel franchise managers then invested in building a restaurant near the main hall entrance in 2018, and about $1.2M for a new two-story annex that includes an indoor pool with spa and sauna, and an interactive game room. Operational since 2020, these transformations were necessary to attract a more family-oriented clientele, confirms the general manager. In addition to its business vocation with its convention center, the building has added a new recreational dimension.
The Delta's convention center features vast rooms equipped to provide various organizations with the necessary logistics for major events: 17 conference rooms and an 11,660 square-foot ballroom. The venue is favorably recognized for the quality of its facilities and the professional services available to event and meeting organizers.
Significantly, the Delta Saguenay also welcomes winter snowmobiling enthusiasts, as it is located near major regional and provincial trails. Moreover, the management practices an inclusive hospitality policy for all guests.
In the fall of 2023, the hotel owners hinted at contributing to improving the regional room offerings, which, according to regional tourism development stakeholders, is insufficient. Attendees of conventions or events prefer to stay on-site. The Delta Saguenay currently has 160 rooms. With the addition of a new tower on lands owned by businessman Laval Boulianne, the establishment could expand to 200 rooms by early 2024.
Delta Saguenay Hotel
2675, Blvd. du Royaume
Jonquière, QC G7S 5B8
(418) 548-3124