Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown

3.5 star property
Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center

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Lobby
Interior entrance
Room with One Bed | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Dining

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
  • Parliament Hill
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Byward Market Square
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • University of Ottawa
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Room with One Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(140 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 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

  • Parliament Hill - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • National Arts Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Byward Market Square - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of Ottawa - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Queen St Fare - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mulligans Golf Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar Robo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Thali - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown

Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center
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

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.

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, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

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.

Is Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown good for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

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.

Does Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown have connecting rooms?

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).

Are there rooms with balconies 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.

Reviews

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 644 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 281 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Venus

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel accessibility to restaurants, convenience store, airport, and other attraction such as Parliament Hill, Byward Market, TD Arena is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

irving

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hakar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stuff were very respectful and helpful, the hotel was very clean, and good vibe in the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service and amenities for an awesome price
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

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

10/10 Excellent

Yves

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

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

lea

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

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect as usual
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iain, Edinburgh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sean

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvie

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

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean François

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Place! WIll stay here again! Love the pool table!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

michel

Traveled with group
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Obay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Why tgere is no fridge in some rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renu

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

ANNETTE, Arlington

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
plenty of charging outlets, interesting room layout--the shower has a frosted glass panel into the bedroom. concrete ceilings and wall columns, very quiet room. Helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ankit

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lack of parking but otherwise it was fine
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025