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Lord Elgin Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with indoor pool, near Rideau Canal

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Experience a warm and inviting lobby with elegant seating areas, a beautiful floral arrangement, and a reception desk.
Relax in comfort with a large bed, two nightstands, a desk, and a TV for your stay.
Stunning historic building with a classic design, set amidst a vibrant urban landscape.
Relax in style with a comfortable seating area, elegant chandelier, and warm fireplace.
Enjoy a diverse spread of fresh fruits, vegetables, and prepared dishes at our buffet.
In the heart of downtown, Lord Elgin Hotel offers a luxurious retreat near Rideau Canal. Take advantage of dry cleaning services, unwind by the fireplace in the lobby or relax at the sauna and steam room. With an indoor pool, 24-hour health club and business center with free WiFi access to help you stay connected.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Valet parking
  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is CA $205
CA $243 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Classic King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Park View Room, 1 King Bed | Park view

Park View Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Two Queen Room

Classic Two Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(100 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Park View Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Park View Room, 2 Queen Beds

Park View Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(63 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Classic Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(202 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Elgin Class Executive Room, 1 King Bed | Park view

Elgin Class Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

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100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON, K1P5K8

What's nearby

  • Rideau Canal - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rideau Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Ottawa - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Parliament Hill - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Byward Market Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 19 min drive
  • Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station) - 5 min drive
  • Ottawa Station - 5 min drive
  • Ottawa Fallowfield Station - 22 min drive
  • Parliament Station - 8 min walk
  • Rideau Station - 9 min walk
  • UOttawa Station - 13 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Ottawa City Hall - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Browns Socialhouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grill Forty One - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪D'Arcy McGee's Irish Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪National Arts Centre - Equator Coffee - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Rideau Canal and University of Ottawa. The restaurant is a perfect spot to grab a bite to eat, and you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or visit the hot tub for a relaxing end to the day. An indoor pool, a 24-hour health club, and a fitness center are other highlights at this eco-certified hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Parliament Station is 8 minutes and Rideau Station is 9 minutes.

Languages

English, French

More about this property

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At a glance

Hotel size

    • 355 rooms
    • Arranged over 11 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 19
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 19

Children

    • Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Onsite valet parking (CAD 39 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Skiing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1941
  • ATM/banking
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour health club
  • An indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave (on request)

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Recycling
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Special features

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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Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: CAD 150 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 4 to 32 for adults, and CAD 4 to 21 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of CAD 85 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from July 2 2025 to January 3 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Lobby
  • Meeting facilities
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Parking

  • Valet parking costs CAD 39 per day with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
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
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Elgin Hotel
Elgin Lord
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Lord Elgin Hotel Ottawa
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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Lord Elgin Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Lord Elgin Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Lord Elgin Hotel?

Yes. Valet parking costs CAD 39 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Lord Elgin Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of CAD 85 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Lord Elgin Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino du Lac Leamy (8-min drive) and Rideau Carleton Raceway (19-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Lord Elgin Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and ziplining, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Lord Elgin Hotel also has a 24-hour health club and a sauna.

Are there restaurants at or near Lord Elgin Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Lord Elgin Hotel like?

Lord Elgin Hotel is in Downtown Ottawa, a short 8-minute walk from Parliament Station and 3 minutes' walk from Rideau Canal. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

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Lord Elgin Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The pool was clean, heated, and a great place for kids to enjoy with a decent sized hot tub and sauna. (33 reviews)
  • The property's restaurant served good food at reasonable prices and offered excellent dining options nearby. (29 reviews)
  • The pool, hot tub, and sauna were well-maintained and provided a relaxing experience. (10 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Good stay, friendly staff
Gordon, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice, clean room and hotel.
Liette, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay!
Jodi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, great location, always a safe value in downtown Ottawa.
François Pierre, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location and nice spacious room

Very well placed Hotel between the historic district and ByWard. Clearly an older property but the rooms are spacious and new bathroom. The hotel staff very friendly and gave my wife a Card for her 50th birthday with a piece of cake
Paul, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay in Ottawa

The spacious room they put us in was very nice - clean, quiet, with a nice view of downtown Ottawa. The Forty-One restaurant was nice - a special treat was the evening jazz jam session after the jazz festival has ended.
Colin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best place to stay in ottawa!

We had a amazing time! The hotel is beautiful clean and the staff are wonderful! Will definitely stay there again!
marc, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was Great
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Brian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel!! Felt like we were staying in the height of luxury. We had an incredible view of the park. Helpful staff and valets.
Alene, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was clean and family friendly, I hope they offer massage spa soon!
Cassiopeia, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easter getaway

Good breakfast, clean room and friendly staff.
MARTIN, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great food, pool was great with the kids, convenient location.
Leslie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot, amazing staff
Jodi, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Needing some spark

In need of some interior design inspiration.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot downtown with a Lille luxury thrown in.

Great hotel in a good location to everything important in Ottawa.
Mike, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful historic hotel right in the heart of things
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

When I stay in Ottawa, this is my go hotel.
Kate, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Place was lovely, but room had an ant infestation
Oliver, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful art deco hotel that has been well maintained. Clean and comfortable and centrally located.
Susan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location, helpful staff

Excellent location, friendly staff. Rooms were nicely updated but kept character of the old hotel.
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Nice but poor sleeps.

Hotel waa nice. However, in the mornings you coumd hear everyone coming and going or doing cleaning super early. This meant we were woken up at like 6 every morning. The room doors need to be better sound proofed.
Emma, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was clean, the staff was great and valet parking was great.
Annemieke, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were all so friendly.
Jordon, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very comfortable. Great location.
Graeme, 1-night trip