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Lord Elgin Hotel

4.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful retreat in the heart of a busy city with a cozy lobby fireplace and wellness facilities to recharge after exploring

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A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance and a large parking area. - Lord Elgin Hotel (Ottawa)
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A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a vase of flowers. - Lord Elgin Hotel (Ottawa)
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

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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

King Room with Park View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Queen Room with Park View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a lamp.

Classic Two Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(194 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
(26 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a vase with flowers, and a framed picture on the wall.

Elgin Class Executive Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Park View Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(105 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bathroom with a black sink, white toilet, and a large mirror above the sink.

Park View Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(73 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic King Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Classic King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(72 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Park View Room, 1 King Bed | Park view

Park View Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bathroom with a black sink, white toilet, and a large mirror above the sink.

Classic Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(284 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located near a boardwalk/promenade, Lord Elgin Hotel is in Downtown Ottawa, a walkable area in Ottawa with great shopping. National Arts Centre and Canadian Museum of History are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Byward Market Square and Rideau Centre. National War Memorial and Parliament Hill are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowshoeing, snow tubing, and ice skating. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Ottawa travel guide
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100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON, K1P5K8

What's nearby

  • A monument with a statue, a large building with towers, and a clear blue sky.
    Elgin Street
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A canal with boats, a bridge, and historic buildings with green roofs.
    Rideau Canal
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A modern glass building surrounded by lush green trees and grass.
    National Arts Centre
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A street with a building labeled 'JOEY RIDEAU' and a clock tower in the background.
    Rideau Centre
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A historic building with a clock tower and a green roof.
    Parliament Hill
    8 min walk - 0.5 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

  • Meet Noodle 又見壹面
    4 min walk
  • Little Victories
    3 min walk
  • The Scone Witch
    3 min walk
  • Grill Forty One - G41
    1 min walk
  • Tim Hortons
    3 min walk

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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 gym
  • 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
  • Water dispenser

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
  • Computer station
  • Coworking space
  • 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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • 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
  • LED lighting
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Children aged 2 and younger eat free breakfast
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 fire extinguisher and 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

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?

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 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Lord Elgin Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2064 out of 3154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 735 out of 3154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 250 out of 3154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 3154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 3154 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Saman

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Great location and beautiful hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

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Great location friendly staff excellent breakfast?
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful Hotel location was superb Breakfast good sized portions
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Centrally located and lots of great food options near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rajni

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Loved our stay,staff was pretty quick to help ..Will be my favorite spot to stay whenever I visit Ottawa..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sébastien

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Disliked: Amenities
Amazing breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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Clean room, nice staff, great coffee good weekend spent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entrance and lobby are very interesting and welcoming and rooms are large and comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yvette

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Beautiful hotel , clean room, staff helpful and accommodating. Bar and restaurant on site.my husband and I will definitely stay there again. Very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and room were clean. Enjoyed the buffet breakfast. Central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. Service in the restaurant was a bit slow, but food was good. Great location and loved the shower!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Luis

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The property was nice and clean. The staff was helpful and the check in check out process was easy and fast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really helpful staff. Clean and safe environment. Would definitely stay here again. Excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenji

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Great location in a historic building.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elisa

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perfect for the emplacement for visiting Ottawa with kids
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

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The location, price, Lord Elgin Staff, Forty One Staff were all amazing I am glad to have picked the Lord Elgin, I will highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very close to Parliament Hill. Plus there were lots of restaurants nearby
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our room and it had the most comfortable bed. Neither of us could believe how well we slept. The staff was also amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Devin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel and helpful staff but quite expensive for nothing different from any other hotel. You pay for the cleanliness which should be standard at all hotels but unfortunately is not.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Boram

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Very clean, kind staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location! Staff was friendly and helpful. Restaurant was wonderful. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spent a few days in Ottawa with my teenage son. This hotel is perfectly located and walkable to museums and attractions. The hotel is quite beautiful and the room was well appointed. The pool and spa were lovely. Valet parking was perfect to get in and out easily. Highly recommend if seeing the sights of Ottawa.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sylvain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and service
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean rooms and the staff are helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good walk ability to Parliament Hill, museums and restaurants and bars.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026