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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG

Property class: 2.5
Hotel near Byward Market Square in Ottawa

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A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Holiday Inn Express & Suites' sign, featuring a mix of brick and modern facade, and multiple ground-level entrances.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.
An outdoor patio area with a wooden pergola structure, a view of the cityscape, and a landscaped garden.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a window with a city view.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering views of the city.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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235 KING EDWARD AVENUE, Ottawa, ON, K1N 7L8
  • Place, Byward Market Square
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Ottawa
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Rideau Canal
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a city view.

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window offering a city view.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(206 reviews)
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Access Tub)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, and a flat-screen TV.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Access Tub)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wardrobe.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(308 reviews)
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a walk-in closet.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a window with a city view.

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(72 reviews)
  • City view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Ottawa

Heart of Ottawa.Within a 15-minute walk of this Lowertown hotel, you'll find Byward Market Square and University of Ottawa. Also, National Gallery of Canada is within half a mile (1 km) and Rideau Canal is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Byward Market Square - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of Ottawa - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Rideau Canal - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • National Gallery of Canada - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Parliament Hill - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Ottawa Station - 11 min drive
  • Rideau Station - 11 min walk
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Camino - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Brigid's Well - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dallhousie PARKING - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Osmow's Shawarma - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chez Lucien - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG

Hotel near Byward Market Square in Ottawa
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 2 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 1500 square feet (139 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Ottawa hotel is smoke free.

  • 182 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 1500 sq ft of conference space
  • 139 sq m of conference space
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG offers 182 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Ottawa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (CAD 25 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Fitness facility
  • Indoor pool
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Fitness facility
  • Indoor pool

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 not available.
  • 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 25 per day (in/out privileges)

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG is 11 mi (25-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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG?

As of Aug 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG on Aug 31, 2026 start from $143, 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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG offers free on-the-go breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino du Lac Leamy (6-min drive) and Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa (21-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for CAD 25 per day.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG to downtown Ottawa?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG is 1 mi away from Ottawa.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1441 out of 2709 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 782 out of 2709 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 280 out of 2709 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 95 out of 2709 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 111 out of 2709 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, clean facilities with friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Manav

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable stay plus lot of food options for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast , clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, comfortable beds and bedding, good hot breakfast and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NICE PLACE RECOMMENDED HIGHLY
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

kaveri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and sizable large rooms with excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and views
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Would stay again. Very comfy beds
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, pleasant staff, easy walking distance to byward market areas and sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maria Z

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, fast wifi, breakfast was good, staff was helful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dharmvir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is amazing and well maintained
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great breakfast. Only downside was pool being out of service during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything there was very good, and even better as this time it was a room with a tub and not just a shower. The breakfast as usual was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Xiaoyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is great! The location is very convenient. The room is very clean. We enjoy our stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raktim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for 3 nights and enjoyed this place. The room was clean and cosy, room service happened each and every day and service person was efficient. They served lot of varieties in breakfast and quality was really good. Overall, we enjoyed our stay entirely.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big clean comfortable room. Good breakfast. Good location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, clean, and decent breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Winnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness is excellent, staff are nice, concierge is nice,breakfast is excellent, so many choices, over all, we have a great time in your hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sergei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Verify nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern hotel with nice pool, excellent breskfast and close to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern, clean hotel. Good value! Would have been nice to find some gluten-free options for breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and recently renovated, front desk staff were very friendly and efficient, the complimentary breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room healthy and hearty breakfast warm staffs family friendly amenities overall a home away from home
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

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