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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
Free continental breakfast on weekends
Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa welcomes visitors near Byward Market Square. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, free WiFi, and can explore the nearby University of Ottawa. Previous travelers praise the attentive staff for enhancing their stay.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is €83
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct

Room options

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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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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
Iron/ironing board
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double 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

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 Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

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 Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

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About the area

Located in Lowertown, a neighbourhood in Ottawa, Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa is in a shopping district. National Arts Centre and National Gallery of Canada are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Elgin Street and Capital Information Kiosk. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at TD Place Stadium or Gatineau Sports Centre.
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475 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON, K1N5Z3

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
  • ‪Mary Brown's Chicken - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa

Hotel near University of Ottawa
Close to Byward Market Square and Rogers Centre Ottawa, Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa provides amenities such as free continental breakfast. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine
  • Luggage storage and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 60 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and free weekday newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and phones

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: CAD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • 5 per cent destination fee will be charged.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

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Frequently asked questions

Is Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 29 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa on 13 Oct 2025 start from €79.46, 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.

How much is parking at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa located?

Located in Lowertown, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Laurier House and University of Ottawa. Byward Market Square and Rogers Centre Ottawa are also within 1 mile (2 km). Rideau Station is 14 minutes by foot and uOttawa Station is 20 minutes.

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Reviews

Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa Reviews

6.8

7.0

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

7.8

Staff & service

6.8

Eco-friendliness

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 219 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 217 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 115 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 129 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bibhu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking in downtown is the best part
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kereny

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

10/10 Excellent

Ruy David

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

10/10 Excellent

Pawel

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

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best Jerry, the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gurkaranbir

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and very friendly staff. Walking distance from Rideau Hall and Parliament buildings. A lot of restaurants nearby, and an awesome little movie theatre just up the street. Very close to Byward market. Quite a few street people, but it doesn’t feel unsafe.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a clean cheap hotel , convenient for walk to a lot of our excursions
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rolando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to... ample of free parking space. We had our Harley's parked against the wall visible to the front desk staff.... we walked to Byward market for dinner.... it was a great walk... safe and lots of restaurants to choose from. I woukd stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

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

Ray

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

2/10 Terrible

rick james

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
cockroach infested breakfast wa a bag yorgurt proteen bar not worth the price avoid at all costs hope cockroaches don,t get into uour luggage this place should n ot be listed on expedoa or trovago it is ahealth hazard
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Netra

Room is Ok quite Expensive
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drala

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

4/10 Poor

Wm. Robert

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/a
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Arunajith

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

10/10 Excellent

Nyibango

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located downtown
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

timasie

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

10/10 Excellent

Julekha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really nice. The room was clean, a great deal for the budget with great location and easy transportation. The parking was free and easy. Will visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Proche. Bien situé pour le marathon
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

François

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Chambre OK, pauvre déjeuner
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jhonathan

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice all the place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Jingjing

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

Firas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i loved my stay here thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024