Lord Elgin Hotel
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About this property
Lord Elgin Hotel is a 4-star independent property located in the heart of Ottawa, Ontario, within a 5-minute walk of Rideau Canal and National War Memorial. The hotel comprises 355 rooms and 2 suites, making it a substantial presence in Canada's capital.
Guest rooms feature refrigerators and flat-screen televisions, with complimentary wireless internet access and cable programming available. Each room includes a bathroom with complimentary toiletries and hair dryer, along with practical conveniences such as safes and desks. Daily housekeeping is provided throughout the stay. Guest comfort ratings average 4.5 out of 5.
The property offers one on-site restaurant where guests can enjoy meals, with room service available during limited hours. A bar and lounge provide beverages and casual dining. Full breakfasts are served weekdays from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a surcharge. Children aged 2 and younger receive complimentary breakfast.
Recreational amenities include a health club, indoor pool, and hot tub. The hotel also features a steam room and sauna. Concierge services, wedding services, a business center, and complimentary wireless internet throughout the property support both leisure and business travelers. The Art Deco lobby includes a fireplace.
Lord Elgin Hotel sits 0.4 miles from Parliament Hill and 0.5 miles from Rideau Centre. The Ottawa Airport is approximately 20 minutes away by taxi, with fares typically ranging from $30 to $35. The property maintains a guest rating of 4.4 out of 5 across over 2,400 reviews. Wheelchair accessibility is available throughout the property, including at the registration desk, restaurant, lounge, and meeting spaces.
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and is available anytime; check-out is at 12:00 PM. Service animals are permitted and exempt from fees. The hotel maintains smoke-free accommodations and operates 24-hour front desk and fitness facilities.
Location & nearby attractions
Elgin Street - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Confederation Park - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
National Arts Centre - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Rideau Canal - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Sparks Street Mall - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
National War Memorial - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Confederation Square - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Ottawa City Hall - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Ottawa Locks 1-8 - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Capital Information Kiosk - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Rideau Centre - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Rideau Mall - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
University of Ottawa - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Major's Hill Park - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Department of National Defense - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
The preferred airport for Lord Elgin Hotel is Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 16.1 km / 10 mi
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Dining
Amenities & features
Getting here
Check-in & check-out
- 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
Pet policy
- Pets not allowed
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Fees & policies
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Deposit: CAD 150 per accommodation, per stay
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 4 to 32 for adults, and CAD 4 to 21 for children
- Valet parking fee: CAD 39 per day (in/out privileges)
- Late check-out fee: CAD 85 (subject to availability)<
Know before you go
- 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.
- Children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- 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.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.