Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa offers a warm welcome in the heart of Downtown Ottawa, close to Byward Market Square. Savor a continental breakfast and stay connected with free WiFi, then explore nearby University of Ottawa. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station) - 13 min drive
Ottawa Fallowfield Station - 26 min drive
Rideau Station - 13 min walk
UOttawa Station - 20 min walk
Parliament Station - 26 min walk
Restaurants
Starbucks - 10 min walk
Shawarma Palace - 1 min walk
Shawarma King - 3 min walk
Cafe Tehran - 1 min walk
Happy Goat Coffee Co. - 8 min walk
About this property
Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa
At Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from University of Ottawa and Rogers Centre Ottawa. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Also, Byward Market Square and Parliament Hill are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Rideau Station is 13 minutes away.
At a glance
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Hotel size
60 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast on weekend mornings 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free weekday newspapers
Free WiFi
Free local calls
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: CAD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for CAD 10.0 per night
Parking
RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge
Policies
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa?
Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino du Lac Leamy (8-min drive) and Rideau Carleton Raceway (21-min drive) are both nearby.
What's the area around Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa like?
Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa is a short 12-minute walk from University of Ottawa and 17 minutes' walk from Byward Market Square.
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Reviews
Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa Reviews
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7.0
Cleanliness
7.2
Location
7.8
Staff & service
6.4
Property conditions & facilities
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2026
Nice staff, nice stay
Ching Mei Stella
Ching Mei Stella, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 8, 2026
The ecolodge was well located within easy walking distance of the city center and lots of restaurants. The room was very spacious but a bit tired. We had a great time and the free parking was really useful. The staff are very friendly and accommodating.
Nicole
Nicole, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 22, 2026
Clean room. Wi-Fi great. Lots of lottle stores and restaurants close by.
Sherri
Sherri, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 28, 2026
The courteous staff
Silas
Silas, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 11, 2026
The rooms were clean and the staff were friendly. The free breakfast was a muffin, yogurt and a juice box. Different places to eat close by. We would stay there again
Barb
Barb, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 14, 2025
Was comfortable
david
david, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Great location
Pawel
Pawel, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 14, 2025
The room looks like recently renovated, clean, comfy, has an iron, dryer, microwave, fridge. Reasonable price for downtown motel
Quang
Quang, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 21, 2025
Was a clean cheap hotel , convenient for walk to a lot of our excursions
Mary
Mary, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2025
Convenient, easy parking; clean.
Only drawback is that soundproofing is not very good - can hear people in other units.
Valerie
Valerie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2025
Great staff... had second thoughts due to external appearance, like Motel style; however, rooms were all updated and quite comfortable. Friendly staff. Best Shwarma in town across the street: the Shwarma Palace.
Ronald
Ronald, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2025
Convininient location
Kereny
Kereny, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2024
Convenient location for my visit will definitely recommend this place to my family and friends
Puran
Puran, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 19, 2025
Great location for walking Ottawa
Ray
Ray, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2025
This hotel was very conveniently located. Clean rooms and quiet accommodations. Very pleased with this experience.
Shane
Shane, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2025
The staff were really nice. The room was clean, a great deal for the budget with great location and easy transportation. The parking was free and easy. Will visit again.
Julekha
Julekha, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2025
Great location only a few minutes from parliament hill area.
Junaid
Junaid, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 22, 2024
nice location, friendly front desk staff, property is old.
Liu
Liu, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2025
Super clean and very friendly staff. Walking distance from Rideau Hall and Parliament buildings. A lot of restaurants nearby, and an awesome little movie theatre just up the street. Very close to Byward market. Quite a few street people, but it doesn’t feel unsafe.
David
David, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2024
Location was close proximity to many fabulous restaurants and stores. Clean room and friendly, helpful staff. Will definitely stay again!
Allison
Allison, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 14, 2025
The property is centrally located and close to all conveniences.
Frankie
Frankie, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 18, 2025
Breakfast is limited at best, definitely not for me. Room was clean but room i had, had a beautiful view of the smoking area covered in butts
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 21, 2025
there was a lot of restaurants nearby
Joel
Joel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2024
Close to downtown Ottawa and all the entertainment and dining options that go with
it
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
May 25, 2025
The location was great, and the rooms were decent. However, breakfast was delivered in a bag, which was not how it was advertised at the time of booking