Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station) - 5 min drive
Ottawa Station - 5 min drive
Ottawa Fallowfield Station - 22 min drive
Parliament Station - 8 min walk
Rideau Station - 10 min walk
UOttawa Station - 14 min walk
Restaurants
Ottawa City Hall - 2 min walk
Browns Socialhouse - 2 min walk
Grill Forty One - 1 min walk
D'Arcy McGee's Irish Pub - 4 min walk
National Arts Centre - Equator Coffee - 3 min walk
About this property
Lord Elgin Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Rideau Canal and University of Ottawa. The restaurant is a perfect spot to grab a bite to eat, and you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or visit the Hot tub for a relaxing end to the day. An indoor pool, a 24-hour health club and a fitness centre are other highlights at this eco-friendly hotel. Fellow travellers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff. Public transportation is only a short walk: Parliament Station is 8 minutes and Rideau Station is 10 minutes.
Languages
English, French
At a glance
Hotel size
355 rooms
Arranged over 11 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 19
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 19
Children
Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site valet parking (CAD 39 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag or hen parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:30 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Bike rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Skiing nearby
Scooter/moped hire nearby
Zip-lining nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Bike storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1941
ATM/banking
Fireplace in reception
Television in common areas
24-hour health club
An indoor pool
Hot tub
Sauna
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave (on request)
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Recycling
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key Global – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: CAD 150 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 4 to 32 for adults and CAD 4 to 21 for children
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of CAD 85 (subject to availability)
Parking
Valet parking costs CAD 39 per day with in/out privileges
Parking height restrictions apply
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
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.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Elgin Hotel
Elgin Lord
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Lord Elgin Hotel?
Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Lord Elgin Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Lord Elgin Hotel?
Yes. Valet parking costs CAD 39 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Lord Elgin Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of CAD 85 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Lord Elgin Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino du Lac Leamy (8-min drive) and Rideau Carleton Raceway (19-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Lord Elgin Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as cycling, hiking and zip-lining, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Lord Elgin Hotel also has a 24-hour health club and a sauna.
Are there restaurants at or near Lord Elgin Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Lord Elgin Hotel like?
Lord Elgin Hotel is in Downtown Ottawa, a short 8-minute walk from Parliament Station and 3 minutes' walk from Rideau Canal. Travellers say that the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.
Lord Elgin Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
18 Nov 2024
Travis
Travis, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Nov 2024
Christophe
Christophe, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 Nov 2024
Marc
Marc, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
13 Nov 2024
Verified traveller
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 Nov 2024
Great stay!
Verified traveller
2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 Nov 2024
Ben
Ben, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 Nov 2024
Peter
Peter, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 Nov 2024
Marianne
Marianne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Nov 2024
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Nov 2024
Verified traveller
5-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Nov 2024
Great downtown location
Just pleasant quiet and enjoy downtown walk.
george
george, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Oct 2024
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
21 Oct 2024
Maddison
Maddison, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Oct 2024
Verified traveller
3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Oct 2024
Jimmy
Jimmy, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 Oct 2024
Angelo
Angelo, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Oct 2024
Best stay ever, Perfect safe and. clean .
Best family long weekend ever, thanks Elgin team, you all are rockstar.
I got baby crib and free upgrade. Pool and jacuzzis was clean and lots child safe jackets available. Restaurant pricy but Great service.
The fire place in the lobby was magical.
A woman from. Front desk. Give my daughter Alloween toys and super friendly. From cleaner to bell boy to front desk and technician, all 10 Stars. I needed the room heat fast, they brought small heater at 3-4 am. So nice ….
Hasina
Hasina, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
13 Oct 2024
Doug
Doug, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Oct 2024
Room 416
The agent who checked me in was courteous and professional. My room met my expectations. I ordered room service. Delivery was quick. The food was good. I had a very good night sleep. Morning check out was seamless.
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Oct 2024
Brittiny
Brittiny, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 Oct 2024
Location and hotel is very nice. We appreciated that they accommodated an early check in so that we could get ready for a late afternoon wedding.
Tina
Tina, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Oct 2024
Derek
Derek, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Oct 2024
Jacques
Jacques, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Sept 2024
Susy
Susy, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
28 Sept 2024
Great location
Great stay. Needs updating but comfortable bed and great location