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The Westin Ottawa

4.0 star property
Pet-friendly Ottawa hotel connected to the convention center, steps from Rideau Canal

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The Westin Ottawa is in the heart of the city, steps from Byward Market Square. Dine at two restaurants, grab coffee, or browse on-site stores. Relax in the garden or by the lobby fireplace. Stay active with the indoor pool and 24-hour gym. The staff is genuinely helpful.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(95 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, City View

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, City View | Living area | 50-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Ottawa neighborhood, The Westin Ottawa is connected to a rail/subway station. Canadian War Museum and Canadian Museum of History are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Byward Market Square. Rideau Canal and Rogers Centre Ottawa are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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11 Colonel By Dr, Ottawa, ON, K1N 9H4

What's nearby

  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Byward Market Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Ottawa - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Parliament Hill - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Canadian Museum of History - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Rideau Station - 4 min walk
  • Ottawa Station - 5 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dining Hall - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Purdys Chocolatier - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Freshly Squeezed - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Westin Ottawa

Upscale hotel near Rideau Canal
Located close to Rogers Centre Ottawa and Byward Market Square, The Westin Ottawa provides a shopping mall on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or hot tub, and indulge in a massage. Be sure to enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities like racquetball/squash. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Limo/town car service, breakfast (surcharge), and bike rentals
  • Valet parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
  • Express check-in, meeting rooms, and a ballroom
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 492 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like safes and WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 50-inch HDTVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, on-request microwaves, and free infant beds

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: WiFi (CAD 10.95 per day)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour offsite parking within 0.1 miles (CAD 30 per day)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Covered valet parking on site (CAD 55 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • On-the-go breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM on weekends; CAD 6 to 40 for adults and CAD 5 to 25 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Daly's Restaurant
  • The Shore Club

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Shopping mall

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Microwave on request
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 473,612 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (32 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 24 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1984
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
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 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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 200.00 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately CAD 6 to 40 for adults, and CAD 5 to 25 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: CAD 10.95 per day (rates may vary)
  • Covered valet parking fee: CAD 55 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Offsite parking fee: CAD 30 per day (0.1 mi away; open 24 hours)
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 50 (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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
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

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Westin Hotel Ottawa
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Westin Ottawa have a pool?

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

Is The Westin Ottawa pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Westin Ottawa?

Valet parking is available for CAD 55 per day.

What time is check-in at The Westin Ottawa?

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

What time is check-out at The Westin Ottawa?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for CAD 50 (subject to availability).

Where is The Westin Ottawa located?

Located in Downtown Ottawa, this hotel is steps from Rideau Canal and Rogers Centre Ottawa. University of Ottawa and Byward Market Square are also within 10 minutes. Rideau Station is only a 4-minute walk and Parliament Station is 11 minutes.

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The Westin Ottawa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 693 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1022 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bin Bin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean, and the staff were extremely friendly. We had a pleasant stay and would definitely come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view, clean room and comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ammar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had great time with my family. Stayed for 3 nights and everything was great from breakfast to spacious rooms . Neat and clean and best thing was u have a mall in the building. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed my stay at The Westin. Great staff, nice amenities, connected to the mall with a number of nice stores, dining options and gym. Nice view from the room and a number of touristy sites within the proximity of the hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. First rate valet service. Incredible restaurant in the hotel. Best location. Attached to the Rideau Centre so you have unlimited shopping options. Next to the market so incredible dining options. Amazing staff. Not sure why you would stay anywhere other than the Westin Ottawa.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Weiliang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if visiting Ottawa downtown
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

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

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean rooms and amenities, good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dingding

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay! Great location with plenty of parking. The room was clean, except for some unpleasant smell. That’s the only thing we didn’t like. Otherwise, the beds are so comfortable and shower water pressure is great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

annabelle

Liked: Amenities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nicely located right around the corner of Parliament. Always clean and professional. Views of Parliament and the area from rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room I stayed in
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

KEJIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient when the hotel is part of the biggest mall in Ottawa. Walking to many nice restaurants and attractions. Great view from the hotel room as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alain

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

10/10 Excellent

sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property had a room on 22nd floor amazing views. Top notch linen and amenities. Recommend for business stays
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service - parking, desk, housekeeping, restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

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

10/10 Excellent

Maamoun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic experience. Totally recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Chian Yin

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel is old and rundown. Front desk staffs are polite and efficient. Staff at Daly restaurant is very attentive. Comforter is very heavy and worn, when asked if they have something less substantial, housekeeping threw two worn out blankets on the bedside.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay for a few days
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location was in a busy hub so noisy but great for access to many popular areas.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

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