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Lord Elgin Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a sauna, 3-minute walk to Rideau Canal

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Exterior
Gym
Indoor pool
Park View Room, 1 King Bed | Park view
Park View Room, 2 Queen Beds | View from room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$284
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026

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100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON, K1P5K8
  • Place, Rideau Canal
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Rideau Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Parliament Hill
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Two Queen Room

Classic Two Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(130 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Elgin Class Executive Room, 1 King Bed | Park view

Elgin Class Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Park View Room, 2 Queen Beds

Park View Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(74 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Park View Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic King Room

Classic King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Park View Room, 1 King Bed | Park view

Park View Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Classic Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(249 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Ottawa

Lord Elgin Hotel places you in the centre of Ottawa, within a short 5-minute stroll of Rideau Canal and National War Memorial. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and a 24-hour gym. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and sauna. Business amenities include meeting rooms and a 24-hour business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:30 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Downtown Ottawa hotel include Rideau Centre and Parliament Hill.

What's nearby

  • Elgin Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Rideau Canal - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • National Arts Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rideau Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Parliament Hill - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station) - 5 min drive
  • Parliament Station - 8 min walk
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Victories - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Meet Noodle 又見壹面 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Grill Forty One - G41 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Browns Socialhouse Centretown - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Scone Witch - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Lord Elgin Hotel

Hotel with a sauna, 3-minute walk to Rideau Canal
As a guest of Lord Elgin Hotel, you'll find an indoor pool, a 24-hour health club, Access to hot tub, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Lord Elgin Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Ottawa hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 355 guestrooms or units
  • 11 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1941
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Lord Elgin Hotel offers 355 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. 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

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered valet parking on site (CAD 45 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM on weekends; CAD 4 to 32 for adults and CAD 4 to 21 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Bicycle storage
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Microwave on request

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1941
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 85
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 property will be renovating from 2 July 2025 to 31 January 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Business centre
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Lobby
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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 not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: CAD 150 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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 4 to 32 for adults and CAD 4 to 21 for children
  • Valet parking fee: CAD 45 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 85 (subject to availability)

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
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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. 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 and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Elgin Hotel
Elgin Lord
Hotel Lord Elgin
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Lord Elgin Hotel Ottawa
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Lord Elgin Hotel?

Yep, Lord Elgin Hotel has covered valet parking with in/out privileges for CAD 45 per day.

How much does it cost to stay at Lord Elgin Hotel?

As of 29 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lord Elgin Hotel on 6 Jan 2026 start from NZ$283.72, 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 Lord Elgin Hotel have a pool?

Lord Elgin Hotel has an indoor pool. The pool is open 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Lord Elgin Hotel?

Lord Elgin Hotel features a 24-hour health club, an indoor pool and 1 hot tub.

Is Lord Elgin Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an indoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Lord Elgin Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Lord Elgin Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is available weekdays from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lord Elgin Hotel?

No, Lord Elgin Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Lord Elgin Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lord Elgin Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Lord Elgin Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Lord Elgin Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1743 out of 2717 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 666 out of 2717 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 214 out of 2717 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 2717 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 2717 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

HEATHER

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

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Cheryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beds were very comfortable and room nicely renovated. HVAC fan was stuck on and blew cold air on the bed. Temperature thermostat didn’t work. Propped door open in evening to let cool air in. Terrible old odor of the building on entrance. Lobby area is disgusting and needs renovations. Was some entrance renovation on doors but the entire Lobby area needs to be modernized with a renovation to eliminate the old building smell.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Confederation suite was soaked in history and quiet luxury. Very comfortable, very elegant decor.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It is under construction so you lose the historic vibe. my only reason to stay is because of its history. There is nothing extra special about hotel rooms. they are small, beds are ok. Service was ok not great. Example: No water bottles in rooms Location is good of going to events around there. Restaurant was nice but not exceptional. Hotel Is kept up nicely for its age. I parked across at the National arts centre for cheaper parking BUT not sure how safe it is walking underground late at night or early morning. I was a bit nervous.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I have only one complaint, the hotel is too cold
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location and room. Pool and gym need to be updated
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, easy to get to. Close to NAC.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

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

10/10 Excellent

I-Chen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is very convenient and walkable to nearby sightseeing spots (Parliament Hills, Byward Market, etc).The room is clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff, lovely room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jessie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room are very small, very dated, not worth the price. Would stay at other hotel for much cheaper. What end to try out this hotel for the history but not worth it. The service was exceptional, but room very disappointing for the price😩
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Gatineau

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk person, at check in, didn't say hello, as I'm giving my last name for the reservation she cuts me off with "all I need is a piece of ID" no hello or welcome. In processing my visa, she added a deposit which is fine, bit said nothing. I had to ask why the amount for authorization was almost double.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Malinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Avery

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, Prince Frederick

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

8/10 Good

Marthe

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

Lovely stay

I enjoyed my stay at the Lord Elgin Hotel. My room was huge for my just myself, which I appreciated after staying in hotels of much smaller size on the same trip. I appreciated the room service option for breakfast. The hotel is perfectly located to visit all the main attractions, nothing is far away. There are also some nice restaurants in the area. I was also happy to see that the gym had a decent level of equipment. I would just say that the entrance was not quite as grand as in the pictures. Also, it seems to be a popular hotel for locals from Ontario, so reception can get very busy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

6/10 Okay

Heather

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

Lord Elgin Stay

We were checked-in by Charlotte who was absolutely lovely. Our room was okay but a bit on the small side. The bed was small as was the bathroom which you could barely close the door. I guess city space is at a premium. The room was clean and had all the necessary amenities. On the 3rd night of our stay I noticed the room next door was a bit noisy but as I was able to get back to sleep I didn’t mind so much, however the last night of our stay was really noisy and continued for most of the night. The doors were being banged closed and they were in and out all night. It also sounded like furniture was being moved about. I was fully awake and could not get back to sleep from 5 am. Not good especially with a 5 hour train journey then an 2 hour drive ahead of us. I later realised from hearing someone with a radio entering that this room was being used by staff for whatever purpose. I reported this to the manager at the front desk as we checked out and she said that as I had booked through a ‘third party’ I.e. Hotels.com she couldn’t see the details of my booking and therefore couldn’t do anything at that time. She however assured me that once she had spoken with a senior manager she would reach out to me via email. At this time I’m still waiting for this email. The hotel and its restaurant, which we used a few times was good but this just spoiled what was otherwise a good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025