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Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown

3.5 star property
Hotel with a bar, 9-minute walk to Rideau Canal

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Lobby lounge
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Room with One Bed
Dining
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is NZ$299
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026

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185 Slater Street, Ottawa, ON, K1P 0C8
  • Place, Elgin Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Parliament Hill
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Rideau Canal
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Room with One Bed

Room with One Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(144 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Ottawa

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown places you in the centre of Ottawa, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal. Highlights at this hotel include a 24-hour gym, a bar/lounge and a 24-hour business centre. .The café, ALTCETERA, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 6 meeting rooms and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a snack bar/deli. On weekday mornings continental breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Downtown Ottawa hotel include University of Ottawa and Byward Market Square.

What's nearby

  • Elgin Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Parliament Hill - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rideau Canal - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Arts Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Parliament Station - 4 min walk
  • Ottawa Station - 6 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Queen St Fare - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Aiāna Restaurant Collective - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Thali - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Subway Sandwiches - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown

Hotel with a bar, 9-minute walk to Rideau Canal
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business centre and 6 meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness centre, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown.

  • 1 building
  • 148 guestrooms or units
  • 18 levels
  • Built in 2016
  • Deli
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Bar or lounge
Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown offers 148 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Ottawa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CAD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • ALTCETERA

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 18 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free per registered adult when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 30.0 per night.

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately CAD 10 to 30 per person
  • Pet fee: CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 30.0 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free per registered adult in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

ALT Hotel Ottawa
ALT Ottawa
Alt Hotel Ottawa
Alt Ottawa Downtown Ottawa
Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown Hotel
Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown Ottawa
Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown Hotel Ottawa

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

As of 20 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown on 16 Jan 2026 start from NZ$299.39, 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.

What makes Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown.

Does Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental breakfast is served on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

No, Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

Furry friends are welcome at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet.

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 645 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 281 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1001 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No parking
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Helpful virtual check-in. Good location. Very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Alt Hotel was amazing! From Onboarding to checkout, we had zero stress. All our needs and requests were fulfilled with a smile on thw staff's face. We want to come back many other times.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern, spacious and welcoming lobby. The room was also comfortable, very comfortable efficient bathroom. And very well located in the business part of Ottawa.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie Claude

Travelled with partner
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jagdeep

Travelled with family
Service, Parking , should have lockers in rooms, Furniture was dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, business friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cate

great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tenzin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location with friendly staff. Modern lounge.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ebuka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very neat
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Monica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room shops near by . Parking is awful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brigitte

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

Perfect downtown spot near Parliament

This place is great. We loved it and had a great stay as a family. The rooms were spacious and comfortable and the location was perfect for a quick stay downtown close to Parliament. It was very walkable to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

YunFei

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place recommend for everyone
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access and close to main attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, clean and very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renu

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025