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Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown

3.5 star property
Hotel with a bar, 9-minute walk to Rideau Canal

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Close to Byward Market Square and University of Ottawa, Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a 24-hour gym. In addition to a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AED 533
AED 638 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar

Room options

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Room with One Bed | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room with One Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(145 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Ottawa, a neighborhood in Ottawa, Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown is near a metro station. Nordik Spa-Nature and Ottawa River Parkway are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Byward Market Square and Sparks Street. Elgin Street and Canadian Museum of Nature are also worth visiting. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Ottawa travel guide
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185 Slater Street, Ottawa, ON, K1P 0C8

What's nearby

  • Confederation Square featuring a square or plaza and a monument
    Elgin Street
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative buidling
    Parliament Hill
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rideau Canal which includes boating, a castle and a river or creek
    Rideau Canal
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Arts Centre which includes a garden
    National Arts Centre
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018
    Rogers Centre Ottawa
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Parliament Station
    3 min walk
  • Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station)
    8 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min walk
  • Starbucks
    3 min walk
  • A&W Canada
    3 min walk
  • Queen St Fare
    3 min walk
  • Thali
    3 min walk

About this property

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown

Hotel near Rideau Canal
Near Byward Market Square and University of Ottawa, Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a 24-hour gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center.
Other perks include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), 6 meeting rooms, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A TV in the lobby, a billiards/pool table, and multilingual staff
  • Wedding services, a computer station, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 148 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers and desks

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

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CAD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • ALTCETERA

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 18 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, per adult, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 30.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately CAD 10 to 30 per person
  • Pet fee: CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 30.0 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

ALT Hotel Ottawa
ALT Ottawa
Alt Hotel Ottawa
Alt Ottawa Downtown Ottawa
Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown Hotel
Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown Ottawa
Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown Hotel Ottawa

Frequently asked questions

Is Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown located?

Located in Downtown Ottawa, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Bank Street Promenade and Rideau Canal. Parliament Hill and University of Ottawa are also within 15 minutes. Parliament Station is only a 3-minute walk and Lyon Station is 7 minutes.

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Reviews

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 649 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, clean rooms, good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean modern hotel in a good location. Staff were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tochukwu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and the staff were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming and comfortable - will definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a lovely hotel, super clean, smells amazing, best amenities and lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel, convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is one of our favourite when coming to Ottawa. The room is large and comfortable. Staff are very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location, clean rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheldon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast check in and the staff was very friendly, prompt and helpful. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff friendly. Clean and modern hotel. Comfortable and nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to a great part of town. Friendly staff and decent sized, quiet room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Syed Imran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern rooms, nice decor. Pretty good hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my expirence at Alt Hotel and the staff were so friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Efficient and clean room. Wandered out for food to a local pub. Shoppers Drug Mart nearby. Staff helpful on check in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chun Liu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and quiet. Friendly staff. It will be better if breakfast offer more variety.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A modern and funky vibe. Very pleasant and accommodating staff. Clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leyton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and very helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

M. Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking a little awkward but walking distance to more attractions than there is time for in a short stay. Staff are efficient, knowledgeable, and very kind.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tenzin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location with friendly staff. Modern lounge.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Centrally located, friendly staff and clean and specious rooms. Hotel has a really cool vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ross

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, modern, great service and ideally located.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, business friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Helpful virtual check-in. Good location. Very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great hotel, staff were very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024