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Byward Blue Inn

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Byward Market Square

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Free daily continental breakfast
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Balcony view
Property entrance

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry

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157 Clarence St., Ottawa, ON, K1N 5P7
  • Place, Byward Market Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Ottawa
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Rideau Canal
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(206 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Balcony | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(97 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Window View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(129 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Ottawa

Downtown Ottawa stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Ottawa hotel, you'll find Byward Market Square and University of Ottawa. Embassy of Denmark and Embassy of the Republic of Philippines are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Byward Market Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Ottawa - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rideau Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rideau Canal - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rideau Station - 7 min walk
  • Ottawa Station - 10 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chez Lucien - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brigid's Well - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Shawarma Place - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tomo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gyubee Japanese Grill - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Byward Blue Inn

3-star hotel near Byward Market Square
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Byward Blue Inn. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Ottawa hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Byward Blue Inn offers 46 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Accommodations at this 3-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (CAD 15 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 20.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: CAD 15 per night
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Byward Blue Inn to the airport?

Byward Blue Inn is 10.1 mi (22-min drive) away from the Ottawa International Airport (YOW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Byward Blue Inn?

As of Jan 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Byward Blue Inn on Jan 14, 2026 start from $79.08, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Byward Blue Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Byward Blue Inn.

Does Byward Blue Inn offer free breakfast?

Byward Blue Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Byward Blue Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino du Lac Leamy (7-min drive) and Rideau Carleton Raceway (20-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Byward Blue Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Byward Blue Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for CAD 15 per night.

Does Byward Blue Inn have a pool?

Byward Blue Inn does not have a pool.

Does Byward Blue Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Byward Blue Inn to downtown Ottawa?

Byward Blue Inn is 0.8 mi away from Ottawa.

Byward Blue Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1300 out of 1824 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 413 out of 1824 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1824 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1824 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1824 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wunderbar gelegenes Hotel. Sehr freundliches Personal, super Zimmer. Toller Blick. Waren rundum zufrieden!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tova

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and great value. Super friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Behnam

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is our first visit to Ottawa since my elderly family moved to a care home, so we now need to stay in a hotel. This hotel was perfect. I chose it because it’s located halfway between the care home on Porter island (Rideau River) and the Parliament Buildings, and we could easily walk to both. It’s also very close to the Byward Market area for restaurants, and only 15-20 minutes walk to the HOHO buses at Elgin and Sparks. We walked everywhere, no taxis except airport. Taxi drive along the river is very scenic. Our room had a balcony which was great. We could see the Peace Tower from it. The room was spacious and comfortable. One great feature for me was the number of plugs. We each have 2 Internet devices and I have 2 health devices, so I always carry an extension cord. Didn’t need it here!! TV has lots of channels. Bathroom was great and it had a separate small sink in the room, very handy to have. Bed was small for 2 people, but we managed. Breakfast doesn’t change much but was good and had all the the items we needed. All in all, we were very happy and will return.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient and friendly staffs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Bayward blue was great! The staff were friendly and helpful. The breakfast was wonderful. The room was clean and comfortable. I have recommended it and would continue to recommend it to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ming-Tsung, Pleasanton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
I wish I could give 5 stars to the staff and services. The staffs in breakfast room and room service who greeted and smiled at you. But the front desk not so much. The night when we checked in, the old guy behind the check in counter was rude and impatient when I asked for the parking directions. He shouldn’t be in hospitality business.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
For a budget hotel, the Byward Blue Inn is good. The location to the Parliamentary precinct and the Byward Market are excellent. Very walkable. The minimal staff were friendly, hard working and obliging. The linens were clean and in good condition. We were surprised that we had to pay for the whole stay upon arrival. The big missing, of all things, was a dish towel. The room had a small sink, dishes etc, wash cloth but no towel to dry dishes. None of the front office found this odd but confirmed their expectation that guests was their own dishes, not staff. This one is really baffling. All said, I would recommend the property and stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Mattress was terrible
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near byward market and walking distance to the Parliament buildings. Great balcony with umbrellas and the in suite kitchen was perfect. Breakfast was excellent as well. No problem recommending this hotel to anyone
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan, EDMONTON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful inn to stay at. So clean and our room was wonderful. The staff is amzing and so kind. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALASDAIR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
From welcome to adieu this was a great hotel. The staff are great the parking although limited (and tight) was secure. Lovely area if a bit spacey at night with the Cannabis stores.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Staff

Angelo at the front desk was friendly and very helpful! The room was clean, comfortable and quiet. It is located an easy walk to Parliament and Byward Market with lots of good restaurants in the area. Nice breakfast was provided There is a good parkade a couple doors down.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Koushal

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
There is no free parking available.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neca

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is really good. Close to downtown and to main hub. Many restaurants nearby. Highly recommend and affordable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous staff, lovely room, great breakfast, excellent location. This was a perfect choice for me. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

ANH

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is good, with fresh fruits. Very convenient location to walk to Kiweki point, Parliament hill and downtown area. Spacious room, clean and fully equipped. Only minus point is the queen bed actually looks like a double, a bit small for a couple.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025