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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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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Gym

Explore the area

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185 Slater Street, Ottawa, ON, K1P 0C8
  • Place, Parliament Hill
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Rideau Canal
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, National Arts Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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
(143 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Ottawa

Located in Downtown Ottawa, Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal. This 3.5-star hotel has 148 rooms and welcomes guests with a bar/lounge, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Elgin Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Parliament Hill - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rideau Canal - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • National Arts Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Parliament Station - 4 min walk
  • Ottawa Station - 6 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Queen St Fare - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Subway Sandwiches - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Aiāna Restaurant Collective - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Thali - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown

Hotel with a bar, 9-minute walk to Rideau Canal
At Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a 24-hour business center. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a computer station, a banquet hall, and wedding services.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, ironing boards, and desks are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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

  • This property welcomes pets for CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay
  • 1 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 30.0 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 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

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • 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 smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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 free cancellation available at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

As of Dec 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown on Dec 12, 2025 start from $151.42, excluding 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.

What is there to do close to Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Ottawa within a 10-minute walk of Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal. You'll also find Byward Market Square and Casino du Lac Leamy within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown feature a casino?

No, Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a bar and wedding services.

Does Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown serves continental breakfast for a surcharge on weekday mornings at ALTCETERA.

Does Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown for a fee of CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

The closest major airport to Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown is Ottawa International Airport (YOW), which is 8.8 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown.

Does Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown have a wedding venue?

There are wedding services available at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown if that's in your vacation plans.

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 643 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clara

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

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cate

great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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

Ebuka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very neat
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Monica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room shops near by . Parking is awful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brigitte

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect downtown spot near Parliament

This place is great. We loved it and had a great stay as a family. The rooms were spacious and comfortable and the location was perfect for a quick stay downtown close to Parliament. It was very walkable to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

YunFei

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place recommend for everyone
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access and close to main attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, clean and very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renu

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vasiliki

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

maxime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

marie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

valerie, Westmount

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Saundra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Limited storage space for luggage and clothing. No shelves in the shower for personal items. No proper lighting- either too bright or not enough light. Parking is farther than expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Efficient
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ottawa Alt Hotel is a good Hotel. It is clean, staff are friendly and attentive. Limited options for dining at the Hotel and it is designed for travellers on the go. Close to the OC Transpo train station which is nice. No amenities like a Pool or Hot tub/Gym. The area is not great if you bring a car. Limited and very expensive parking within a block to two blocks. It would
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

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