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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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Lobby sitting area
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Park View Room, 1 King Bed | Park view
Daily full breakfast for a fee
Exterior
In the heart of downtown, Lord Elgin Hotel offers a luxurious retreat near Rideau Canal. Take advantage of dry cleaning services, unwind by the fireplace in the lobby or relax at the sauna and steam room. With an indoor pool, 24-hour health club and business center with free WiFi access to help you stay connected.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar

Room options

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Classic Two Queen Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Classic Two Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(117 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 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
(18 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Park View Room, 2 Queen Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Park View Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(72 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Park View Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Classic King Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Classic Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(231 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located near a boardwalk/promenade, Lord Elgin Hotel is in Downtown Ottawa, a walkable area in Ottawa with great shopping. National War Memorial and Rideau Canal are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Rideau Centre. Parliament Hill is another place to visit that comes recommended. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with ziplining and hiking/biking trails. Guests love the hotel's central location.
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100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON, K1P5K8

What's nearby

  • Rideau Canal - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rideau Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Ottawa - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Parliament Hill - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Byward Market Square - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

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
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Lord Elgin Hotel

Upscale hotel near Rideau Canal
Located close to National War Memorial and Rideau Centre, Lord Elgin Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour health club and a 24-hour business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Meeting rooms, an elevator, and smoke-free premises
  • Multilingual staff, a TV in the lobby, and a porter/bellhop
  • Guest reviews say great things about the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 355 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Recycling, refrigerators, and on-request microwaves

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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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
  • Covered valet parking on site (CAD 45 per day; includes in/out privileges)

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 crib
  • 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 center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • 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 available
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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from July 2 2025 to January 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Business center
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Lobby
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

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
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 not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: CAD 150 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

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

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 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

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM
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

Elgin Hotel
Elgin Lord
Hotel Lord Elgin
Lord Elgin
Lord Elgin Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel Ottawa
Lord Elgin Ottawa
Lord Elgin Hotel Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel Ottawa
Lord Elgin Hotel Hotel Ottawa

Frequently asked questions

Does Lord Elgin Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:30 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Lord Elgin Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Lord Elgin Hotel?

Valet parking is available for CAD 45 per day.

What time is check-in at Lord Elgin Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Lord Elgin Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for CAD 85 (subject to availability).

Where is Lord Elgin Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Ottawa, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Rideau Canal and National War Memorial. Rideau Centre and Parliament Hill are also within 10 minutes. Parliament Station is 8 minutes by foot and Rideau Station is 9 minutes.

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Lord Elgin Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1580 out of 2482 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 621 out of 2482 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 199 out of 2482 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 2482 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 2482 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

Marwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very pleasant stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Bernard

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serge

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great stay excellent experience
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and courteous staff. They really made our stay very special.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Can't beat the great location, friendly staff and the pool!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

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

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This Hotel is well located, near from everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haihui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very nice, and the room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an older style hotel, lovely, quaint and clean. Very well located in the city center.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay at the Lord Elgin.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

10/10 Excellent

Maziar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly and helpful staff, great restaurant, centric
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were very friendly and helpful! A great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic room, clean and up to date. The bed was super confortable and the location perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, old school elegance
View from 7th floor
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff and room conditions were great but the front entrance was under construction. Great location and great rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Shawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay but found the rooms to be quite noisy and the beds uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ainsley

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Supper was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Oct 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

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff! Delicious food from the attached restaurant through room service.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for all the Ottawa tourist hot spots. Extremely walkable area, great dining options nearby, Starbucks is a block away. Staff were lovely, very accommodating. Beds were amazing 😍
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

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