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Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa

2.0 star property
Hotel near Parliament Hill in Ottawa

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A hotel room with a bed, a green sofa, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A hotel lobby with patterned carpet, a staircase, and seating area with patterned chairs.
A compact hotel room with a desk, office chair, refrigerator with a microwave, and a television.
A kitchen with a microwave, a bread box, and a fruit bowl.
A reception area with a glass partition, wooden reception desk, and framed awards on the wall.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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475 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON, K1N5Z3
  • Place, University of Ottawa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Rideau Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Byward Market Square
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, lamps, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk with a coffee maker, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(57 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a green armchair.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 2 Queen Beds, Nonsmoking, Upgrade

Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free), bed sheets

2 Queen Beds, Nonsmoking, Upgrade

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free), bed sheets

2 Queen Beds, Nonsmoking, Promotional, Upgrade

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Ottawa

Lowertown stay.Your stay at this Lowertown hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Byward Market Square and Parliament Hill. Laurier House and Le Cordon Bleu Ottawa Culinary Arts Institute are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Ottawa - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Rideau Centre - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Rideau Canal - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Byward Market Square - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Ottawa Station - 13 min drive
  • Rideau Station - 13 min walk
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mary Brown's Chicken - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Tehran - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bamm's Snack Shack - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Happy Goat Coffee Co. - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa

Hotel near Parliament Hill in Ottawa
Free breakfast is served on weekends. WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa. Self parking is free.

This Ottawa hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa offers 60 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary weekday newspapers. Premium cable television is provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Ottawa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available on weekends 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.0 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 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa to the airport?

Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa is 10.2 mi (23-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 Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa?

As of Aug 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa on Sep 1, 2026 start from $91, including 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 Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa.

Does Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa offer free breakfast?

Yes, Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino du Lac Leamy (8-min drive) and Rideau Carleton Raceway (21-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM.

Is there free parking at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa have a pool?

Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa does not have a pool.

Does Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa to downtown Ottawa?

Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa is 1.2 mi away from Ottawa.

Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 242 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 316 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 201 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 119 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 126 out of 1004 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Merlyn

Liked: Amenities
Close to everything, shops, restaurants and bars. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ching Mei Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Easy parking and alot of choices around for food and drink.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Staff & service
Staff very accommodating
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Great location. Friendly staff. Comfortable bed. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roxana

Liked: Cleanliness
My stay at this Hotel was pleasant, the areas are very clean and the service is excellent, the reception people are excellent and above all it is very quiet, the place is very safe and excellent, all the service
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ample parking, although the lot is in rough shape. The staff was lovely. A 15 minute walk to Byward market.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful at check in and requests, also reminded us of a forgotten item after checkout. Comfortable, convenient parking, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The ecolodge was well located within easy walking distance of the city center and lots of restaurants. The room was very spacious but a bit tired. We had a great time and the free parking was really useful. The staff are very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Doreen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Parking was great - plenty The bed was amazing comfortable The room was very dirty - dust everywhere Cockraaches came out at night in washroom - I saw 6 Staff were very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Wi-Fi great. Lots of lottle stores and restaurants close by.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paveen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Andre

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only positive thing I can really say is it’s close to nice things. Other than that, everything was 2/5 stars… and that’s being polite.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Barb

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The rooms were clean and the staff were friendly. The free breakfast was a muffin, yogurt and a juice box. Different places to eat close by. We would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness
The place is in a great location, close to the airport, restaurant and other amenities. However, the breakfast option is very bad. 1kid pouch juice, a muffin and a yogurt, coffee/tea everyday same thing. I would hope they have better options.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Silas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The courteous staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mariia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Being very close to the centre is an advantage. However, I was pretty cold with very thin blanket and no possibility to heat the room ( there was only cooling AC available).
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pawel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Asith

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Living room ok, but dirty bathroom left whole stay uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a clean cheap hotel , convenient for walk to a lot of our excursions
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mahafuzul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect place to stay for travellers, everything is close to the motel, nice staff Although its a bit old but Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Room comfort
Was comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Firas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i loved my stay here thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was easy. Room was clean. Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

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