Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown

Property class: 3

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A balcony with a view of a cityscape, including a river, bridge, and buildings.
A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "Best Western Plus."
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden bench, a desk, and a large window offering a city view.
A modern lobby with a grey sofa, red armchairs, and a unique geometric coffee table.
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a ceiling with visible structural beams.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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131 Rue Laurier, Gatineau, QC, J8X3W3
  • Place, Jacques Cartier Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Canadian Museum of History
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, National Gallery of Canada
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Accessible - 1 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Refrigerator, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

2 Double Beds, Non-Smoking, Balcony, River View, Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite-1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Full Kitchen, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator, River View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, River View (with Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(62 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, River View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Full Kitchen)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, River View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Gatineau

Located in Hull, Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown is adjacent to Jacques Cartier Park and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Canadian Museum of History. This 133-room, 3-star hotel has an indoor pool along with free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Jacques Cartier Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Canadian Museum of History - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Rideau Canal - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • National Gallery of Canada - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Parliament Hill - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Pimisi Station - 3 min drive
  • Ottawa Station - 16 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Rôtisserie St-Hubert - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Le Restaurant Barbe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Clandestin - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown

At Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown, guests enjoy an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a conference center, a 24-hour business center, and express check-out.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 42-inch LCD TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and Select Comfort beds with Frette Italian sheets and down comforters ensure a restful night. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and free newspapers are also available. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CAD 15 for adults and CAD 8.95 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (4,155 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • In a provincial park
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1965
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • 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 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Express 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 at least 24 hours before arrival 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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 15 for adults and CAD 8.95 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 2026-11-30, 575492

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Best Western Gatineau-Ottawa

Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa

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Gatineau Best Western

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown?

This hotel is situated in Hull within a 10-minute walk of Canadian Museum of History and Jacques Cartier Park. You'll also find Byward Market Square and Parliament Hill within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown?

As of Sep 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown on Oct 11, 2026 start from $109, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown have a casino?

No, Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront hotel include a down comforter as well as an indoor pool and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown offers a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown though service animals are welcome.

Does Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown?

The closest major airport to Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown is Ottawa International Airport (YOW), which is 9.9 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony and a patio where guests can enjoy river and city views.

Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 533 out of 1275 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 1275 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 200 out of 1275 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 101 out of 1275 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 89 out of 1275 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Amany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay with superb locattion
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Akshay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and helpful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good rates, clean rooms, excellent coffee in the lobby.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall good hotel! Great value for the price you pay !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great hotel. Good staff, clean, good brunch
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great services and nice smiling face, it's so great of my trip all about your wonderful organization!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great! Deep pool (can tread water in), clean rooms and a nice walkable area
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, reasonable price. Very close to downtown Ottawa, just a walk over the bridge. Free parking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect spot for our stay . Easy to locate and very helpful check in staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hanyu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are all very welcoming and helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pretty good over all but the pool was closed and I was really looking forward to that but over all great staff great rooms and great breakfast. Worth it to get a balcony room!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

sandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great view. Good value. Quiet, very clean modern rooms... will stay here for future visits to the capital region and would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is a little dated but served our needs. Nice views over the river to the parliament buildings and a good location overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brigitte

Clean room and quiet and staff is all very nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Evan

Disliked: Amenities
The location of the property is great. However, the property do with some renovation.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location close to Pont Alecandra and History Museum. Underground parking was a bonus. Breakfast buffet was decent. Swimming pool as very good. Only did not have a proper business workspace for calls or a small 2 person meeting.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was super clean and no bad smell. The staff was helpful and I liked that they have cold/ hot water and free coffee in the reception area. It’s highly recommended!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good spot close walk to downtown Ottawa.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mahender

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Breakfast should be included
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay here. It was in such an ideal location, beautiful surroundings. Staff were very friendly and excellent. Room was pretty clean although the tub showed some wear and tear. When I come back to Gatineau I want to stay here again. Thanks Best Western Plus Staff for an enjoyable time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Rochelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was ok
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026