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Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown

Hotel with bar/lounge, near Rideau Canal

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February 2026
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March 2026
Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at ALTCETERA, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and central location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Parliament Station is 3 minutes and Lyon Station is 7 minutes.
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Computer station
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Television
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
  • Premium bedding
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
CA $199
CA $238 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2

Room options

Showing 2 of 2 rooms
Room with One Bed | Bathroom
Room with One Bed
Room with One Bed
Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room with One Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds
Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds
Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
185 Slater Street, Ottawa, ON, K1P 0C8

What's nearby

  • Elgin Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Parliament Hill - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rideau Canal - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Arts Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 21 min drive
  • Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station) - 8 min drive
  • Ottawa Station - 8 min drive
  • Ottawa Fallowfield Station - 22 min drive
  • Parliament Station - 3 min walk
  • Lyon Station - 7 min walk
  • Rideau Station - 14 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪A&W Canada - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Queen St Fare - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Thali - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at ALTCETERA, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and central location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Parliament Station is 3 minutes and Lyon Station is 7 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 148 rooms
    • Arranged over 18 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets allowed (1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Pool table

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

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

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2016
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Special features

Dining

ALTCETERA - This café serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

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.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 10 to 30 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for CAD 30.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

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

Does Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

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 Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.

What's the area around Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown like?

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown is in Downtown Ottawa, a short 3-minute walk from Parliament Station and 8 minutes' walk from Parliament Hill. Our travelers say the local area is very central.

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Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property has a great location with easy access to restaurants and a convenient bar/restaurant area on site. (4 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, highly recommended
irina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

An easy and classy stay. I'll definitely be back.
Jovan, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice clean hotel, convenient location.
Louis, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great stay!
Cate, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location, clean rooms.
William, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fast check in and the staff was very friendly, prompt and helpful. Great location.
Sheldon, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great stay! Just wished there was parking at the hotel
Diya, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Marie Claude, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff friendly. Clean and modern hotel. Comfortable and nice stay
Pina, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy access to a great part of town. Friendly staff and decent sized, quiet room.
Douglas, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Modern rooms, nice decor. Pretty good hotel!
Syed Imran, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay downtown.
Iain, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved my expirence at Alt Hotel and the staff were so friendly and welcoming.
Sebastien, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

perfect exerience
Danny, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean, simple and very modern hotel. Great location especially for the metro. The building lacks a little in personality, however staff helpful and polite. Easy to use coffee machine, good shower and room spacious.
Jay, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was clean and quiet. Friendly staff. It will be better if breakfast offer more variety.
Chun Liu, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy access and close to main attractions
Roberto, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff and very helpful!
Leyton, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room price was solid !
Cherilyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Parking a little awkward but walking distance to more attractions than there is time for in a short stay. Staff are efficient, knowledgeable, and very kind.
M. Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing!!
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good place recommend for everyone
YunFei, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location with friendly staff. Modern lounge.
Tenzin, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Centrally located, friendly staff and clean and specious rooms. Hotel has a really cool vibe.
Robin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice room, great location. No parking on site and room was too hot. Comfy bed
Heather, 1-night trip