Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre

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

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk
Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Full Kitchen) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk
Lobby
Reception
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar

Explore the area

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1274 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON, K1Z7K8
  • Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Carleton University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Parliament Hill
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(52 reviews)
  • 335 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Full Kitchen)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Full Kitchen)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 345 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Larger Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Larger Room)

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

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About the neighborhood

Ottawa

Located in Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park within a short walk of Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus, Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre is within 2 miles (3 km) of Commissioners Park. This 121-room hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Rideau Canal - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Carleton University - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Canadian War Museum - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Parliament Hill - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Carling Station - 6 min drive
  • Ottawa Station - 11 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Run2Patty - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bowman's Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Juice Dudez - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Second Cup - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre

Eco-certified hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour business center
Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre features a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Free parking is available if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a conference center, a 24-hour business center, and a seasonal outdoor pool.
Guests can expect 48-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels and pay movies, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Dryers, refrigerators, and microwaves are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

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

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.

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese), Czech, English, French, Polish, Portuguese, Serbian, Spanish, Vietnamese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: CAD 5 to 15 for adults and CAD 5 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 48-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 10 to June 23:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 100 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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 5 to 15 for adults, and CAD 5 to 15 for children

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 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 self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking. There's also a car charging station.

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.
  • 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.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
  • 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:

  • The seasonal pool is open from June 20 to September 02.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre?

This hotel is situated in Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park, close to Canadian War Museum, Rideau Canal, and Parliament Hill. You'll also find Canadian Museum of History and Lansdowne Park within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre?

As of Jun 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre on Jul 6, 2025 start from $111.04, 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.

Is parking available on site at Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking, electric car charging, and RV/bus/truck parking are also available.

Does Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre feature a casino at the property?

No, Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool will be open from June 20 until September 02.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms feature fireplaces.

Does Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre?

The closest major airport to Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre is Ottawa International Airport (YOW), which is 8.5 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre.

Does Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre.

Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 541 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1009 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jihad

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are amazing - beyond friendly, the restaurant/bar amazing, the kitchenette room perfect and everything very clean. This was my second stay at this property and we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanne Marie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jeannette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very clean, friendly customer service No continental breakfast?
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The rooms, hallway and elevator all smelled of smoke.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya, Kaladar

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Sharon

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

Way overpriced for the condition

Too loud, it sounded like people talking in other rooms and upstairs were actually in my room, if someon went in their room on my floor it made my door rattle. Dirty floors.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francois

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walk to my appointment.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Disliked: Amenities
Okay place to stay. Not what the pictures showed. It felt run down
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle, Whitby

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking lot was a maze to get through, but once we settled in, the location and staff were friendly and amicable given the time we got in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

6/10 Okay

Abigaïl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I didn’t like the fact that they don’t provide breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jewel

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

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

george, woodlawn

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

10/10 Excellent

Marcin

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

susie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Balachandran

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I find not enough to choose for dining in surrounding areas
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack, Brampton

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025