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Byward Blue Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Byward Market Square

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Property amenity
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Balcony | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Window View)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
157 Clarence St., Ottawa, ON, K1N 5P7

What's nearby

  • Byward Market Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Rideau Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Ottawa - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Parliament Hill - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Rideau Station - 7 min walk
  • Ottawa Station - 10 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Camino - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chez Lucien - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lowertown Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brigid's Well - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Byward Blue Inn

Hotel near University of Ottawa
Byward Market Square and Rogers Centre Ottawa are located near Byward Blue Inn, which provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and a front-desk safe
  • Free newspapers, 1 meeting room, and a computer station
  • Concierge services, an elevator, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, overall value, and central location
Room features
All guestrooms at Byward Blue Inn offer perks such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shower/tub combinations
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English, French, Greek, Hindi, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (CAD 15 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 20
Express check-out available

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
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 20.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: CAD 15 per night
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 20.0 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

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

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
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Blue Byward Inn
Byward Blue
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Byward Blue Inn Ottawa
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Byward Inn
Byward Blue Hotel Ottawa
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Frequently asked questions

Is Byward Blue Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Byward Blue Inn?

Self parking is available for CAD 15 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Byward Blue Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Byward Blue Inn?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for CAD 20 (subject to availability).

Where is Byward Blue Inn located?

Located in Downtown Ottawa, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Byward Market Square and University of Ottawa. Rideau Canal and Rogers Centre Ottawa are also within 15 minutes. Rideau Station is 7 minutes by foot and uOttawa Station is 17 minutes.

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Byward Blue Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1228 out of 1715 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 382 out of 1715 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1715 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1715 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1715 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

I have stayed here a few times - great location, clean and comfortable rooms, at a good price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

great location, good value
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

A very nice little place to stay, good location friendly staff and a good breakfast. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Great hotel; lovely original artwork adds a unique touch to the place; fulsome breakfast; great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

This is an excellent property, I highly recommend! Very clean and quiet. I stayed a week and will definitely stay here next time I am in Ottawa.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10

close to all main attractions
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10

Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10

Loved the place, location is a few shy steps away from a variety of restaurants. Staff were great too!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Nice quiet hotel with excellent staff, specially Angeli and Arvind at the reception
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

We loved our stay here, would definitely recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

This was a lovely quaint place to stay. Clean super friendly polite staff. Breakfast provided each day was very good. Will definitely stay again next trip to Ottawa
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10

Great location and the room was amazingly quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Excellent location -
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

well located
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Rooms have nicely appointed balconies, very clean. It has all you need for a nice stay. Topped up with fresh cream for coffee in the mini fridge.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

A old but quaint and beautifully kept hotel right in the middle of a residential neighborhood. Easy walk to Byward Market, the gorgeous parliament buildings, Rideau Centre, lots of food options, and a great little continental breakfast was included.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Lovely staff, excellent breakfast, very central location and close to Byward Market.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Good hotel and it is near to everything we need..
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

The hotel is very well managed and feels like a family business. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. The area is so convenient when wanting to access all the points of interests like museums and so on.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Love the Byward Blue. Clean, quality, well located, safe with a great daily breakfast. Little thoughtful touches like real cream in your fridge for coffee and quality bathroom amenities. This hotel appeals to travellers that appreciate value. Can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10

We loved this property! Great location in downtown Ottawa near Byward Market. Cute clean room with balcony. Very good breakfast each morning. I would highly recommend for an Ottawa experience.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10

Perfect stay at the Inn with a great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025