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Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa

2.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near University of Ottawa

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Lobby
Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby sitting area
Free continental breakfast on weekends
Exterior

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$126
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Ottawa

At Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like University of Ottawa and Byward Market Square. Highlights at this hotel include free weekend breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Additionally, you'll find luggage storage and a vending machine. Free continental breakfast is available at weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Lowertown hotel include Rogers Centre Ottawa and Rideau Canal.

What's nearby

  • University of Ottawa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rideau Centre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Byward Market Square - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Parliament Hill - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Ottawa Station - 13 min drive
  • Rideau Station - 14 min walk
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shawarma Palace - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sitar Indian Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Happy Goat Coffee Co. - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Habesha - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa

Hotel with free breakfast, near University of 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
  • Continental 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 newspapers. Premium cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available on weekends 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) guidelines.

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 aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa?

As of 22 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa on 4 Nov 2025 start from NZ$125.76, 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.

Is parking available at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa?

Yep, Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa has a free self car park.

Does Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental breakfast is served at weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa?

No, Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa?

No, pets are not allowed.

Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 223 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 212 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 115 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 126 out of 1000 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jingjing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No proper breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kitana

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

Terrible stay

More like a a rundown cheap motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Shirley E

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Joe

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Marlon

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carole

very comfortable beds. floors felt gritty . could not get water for shower second time I wanted to use it. only bagged breakfast no cafe to eat it in. free parking good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tatiana

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Too dirty

Floor in the room was extremely dirty. Mirror had palms prints right in the middle. Air conditioner was filthy and poured out bad smelling air. the sink was clogged. Luckily, there are 2 sinks in the room. though, sheets were clean, and the bed was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Netra

Room is Ok quite Expensive
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Ibukun

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Abiy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Yoon

Overall us good. The only issue I have is the price which is very expensive for a 3 star hotel which is priced at 4 star pricing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samir, Woodbridge

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for walking Ottawa
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

VARUN

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It says free breakfast but the breakfast was coffee, muffin and juice only nothing else
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pawel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathieu

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very conveniently located. Clean rooms and quiet accommodations. Very pleased with this experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

timasie

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
was good to brake from larga baffin
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room air circulation not great. Broken hair dryer and no replacement available
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Varqa

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bruno

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shruti

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Arunajith

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
The location was great, and the rooms were decent. However, breakfast was delivered in a bag, which was not how it was advertised at the time of booking
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Tanya

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Wall's were extremely thin. Could hear people coughing in room next door. Ended up having to leave the AC unit running to block out some of the noise. Continental breakfast consisted of bad coffee. Hardly breakfast. Room was clean, looks like it had been renovated recently
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

kyle

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