In the heart of downtown, Lord Elgin Hotel offers a luxurious retreat near Rideau Canal. Take advantage of dry cleaning services, unwind by the fireplace in the lobby or relax at the sauna and steam room. With an indoor pool, 24-hour health club and business center with free WiFi access to help you stay connected.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
Connecting rooms available
24/7 front desk
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Indoor pool
Breakfast available
24-hour health club
Sauna
Steam room
Valet parking
Hot tub
Room service
24-hour business center
Business center
For families (6)
Children stay free
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Cable/satellite TV service
Daily housekeeping
The current price is $129
$129
includes taxes & fees
$109 per night
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Room options
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Classic King Room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
205 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Park View Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
205 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Classic Two Queen Room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
205 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Park View Room, 1 Queen Bed
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
205 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Park View Room, 2 Queen Beds
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
205 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Classic Queen Room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
205 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station) - 5 min drive
Ottawa Station - 5 min drive
Ottawa Fallowfield Station - 22 min drive
Parliament Station - 8 min walk
Rideau Station - 9 min walk
UOttawa Station - 13 min walk
Restaurants
Ottawa City Hall - 2 min walk
Browns Socialhouse - 2 min walk
Grill Forty One - 1 min walk
D'Arcy McGee's Irish Pub - 4 min walk
National Arts Centre - Equator Coffee - 3 min walk
About this property
Lord Elgin Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Rideau Canal and University of Ottawa. The restaurant is a perfect spot to grab a bite to eat, and you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or visit the hot tub for a relaxing end to the day. An indoor pool, a 24-hour health club, and a fitness center are other highlights at this eco-certified hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Parliament Station is 8 minutes and Rideau Station is 9 minutes.
Languages
English, French
At a glance
Hotel size
355 rooms
Arranged over 11 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 19
Children
Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite valet parking (CAD 39 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:30 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Skiing nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Ziplining nearby
Working away
24-hour business center
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Bike storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1941
ATM/banking
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
24-hour health club
An indoor pool
Hot tub
Sauna
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave (on request)
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Recycling
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: CAD 150 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 4 to 32 for adults, and CAD 4 to 21 for children
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of CAD 85 (subject to availability)
Parking
Valet parking costs CAD 39 per day with in/out privileges
Parking height restrictions apply
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
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.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Elgin Hotel
Elgin Lord
Hotel Lord Elgin
Lord Elgin
Lord Elgin Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel Ottawa
Lord Elgin Ottawa
Lord Elgin Hotel Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel Ottawa
Lord Elgin Hotel Hotel Ottawa
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Lord Elgin Hotel?
Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Lord Elgin Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Lord Elgin Hotel?
Yes. Valet parking costs CAD 39 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Lord Elgin Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of CAD 85 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Lord Elgin Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino du Lac Leamy (8-min drive) and Rideau Carleton Raceway (19-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Lord Elgin Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and ziplining, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Lord Elgin Hotel also has a 24-hour health club and a sauna.
Are there restaurants at or near Lord Elgin Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Lord Elgin Hotel like?
Lord Elgin Hotel is in Downtown Ottawa, a short 8-minute walk from Parliament Station and 3 minutes' walk from Rideau Canal. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.
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Lord Elgin Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2025
Awesome!
Winterlude’s place to stay!!!!
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 26, 2025
Beautiful hotel, excellent location. We came here to celebrate my birthday and skate on the Rideau canal. The canal is only a 2 minute walk. Great restaurants nearby. We had a great stay.
Mariana
Mariana, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2024
Great stay!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 3, 2025
Good hotel
Beautiful and super well located but small window in the bedroom, no wardrobes nor sleepers to go to the pool, plugs to charge the phone didn't work. Wonderfull pool with jacusi.
Melanie
Melanie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2025
Rideau skate
If you’re interested in approximated this is a great location. We skated the Rideau canal and couldn’t have been happier. About a 6 minute walk.
Brian
Brian, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 6, 2025
Can't go wrong
We like the hotel and the proximity to the market. It's our preferred hotel to stay at when staying downtown Ottawa.
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 27, 2024
Clean comfortable hotel centrally located
Clean comfortable hotel centrally located in downtown. Cheapest parking in the are under city hall across the street.
Brett
Brett, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 20, 2024
The location is terrific.
Jonthan
Jonthan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2024
Great hotel and very nice staff
Matthew
Matthew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2025
Enjoyed our stay at Lord Elgin Hotel
Valet parking was very convenient. Check in was quick and easy. Both the room and bathroom were very clean. The bed was comfortable. The lighting in our room was excellent. I love a room with multiple bright lighting options.
Check out was also quick and easy. Looking forward to our next visit to Ottawa and the Lord Elgin Hotel.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 15, 2024
Great location; nice hotel.
Ali-Reza
Ali-Reza, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2024
Great location
Diane
Diane, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2025
Comfy!
Love the fireplace and big comfy chairs in the front lobby area! Nice place to read a book in the evening
Wendy
Wendy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 22, 2024
Great downtown location!
The best part about this place is the location. It was within walking distance to a lot of great restaurants.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2024
Great location
Susy
Susy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2024
Great venue
Modern and clean.
Dinu
Dinu, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2024
Beautiful Ottawa
The stay was perfect! The hotel is absolutely beautiful and the location was second to none. The pool and hot tub were the perfect end to a long day of travel. We would stay there again.
Karen and Steven
Karen and Steven, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 17, 2025
Decent hotel and room. For extended stays however the restaurant has really gone downhill. Bad breakfast / pub food for dinner. Would not return if im in for more than a night.
Nathan
Nathan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 23, 2024
Highly recommend! No complaints.
Wonderful two night stay! The room was very spacious, clean, and well appointed. I would be happy to return...
Kathy
Kathy, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 17, 2025
Happy Valentines Day
If you are driving a truck, it is a gamble for parking at all. We were sent to city hall. Side lot was full and were too big for underground.
Make a reservation if you want to go to restaurant. Couldnt get in for dinner without one when we got there. Made one for breakfast just in case and didnt need it.
Pool was nice. Hot tub and sauna were good.
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 27, 2024
The hotel is clean and quiet, close to all amenities.
Lana
Lana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2024
Location was great
Dave
Dave, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2024
We will definitely stay again
The pool is nice and heated with a decent sized hot tub. The kids spent over an hour in the pool.
The rooms are well insulated we did not hear our neighbors. You cannot beat this location.
emily
emily, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2024
Beautiful building and room, the staff were fantastic.