Downtown Bed and Breakfast

2.5 star property
Guesthouse convenient to Rideau Canal

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Traditional Double Room, Shared Bathroom
Restaurant
Traditional Double Room, Shared Bathroom
Restaurant
Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers

Reviews

7.0 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Spa services
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Playground
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Playground on-site
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self-parking
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec

Room options

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Traditional Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Espresso maker
  • 9.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom (Room)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Espresso maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
263 McLeod Street, Ottawa, ON, K2P 1A1

What's nearby

  • Rideau Canal - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Parliament Hill - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • University of Ottawa - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Byward Market Square - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 13 min drive
  • Ottawa Station - 4 min drive
  • Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station) - 7 min drive
  • Ottawa Fallowfield Station - 15 min drive
  • Parliament Station - 16 min walk
  • UOttawa Station - 18 min walk
  • Lyon Station - 22 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Elgin Street Diner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Moo Shu Ice Cream & Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Nerds - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪City Goose - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Downtown Bed and Breakfast

Downtown Bed and Breakfast puts you a short five-minute drive from Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill. You can indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps or reflexology. Other features include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 3 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 8 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • There is no front desk at this property
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

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

Children

  • Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Restrictions apply*

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • On-site parking is limited

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Playground

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Spa services
  • Massage/treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • No lift (single-level property)

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology.

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20.00 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Also known as

Downtown Bed & Breakfast Ottawa
Downtown Ottawa
Downtown Bed & Breakfast
Downtown Bed Breakfast
Downtown And Breakfast Ottawa
Downtown Bed and Breakfast Ottawa
Downtown Bed and Breakfast Guesthouse
Downtown Bed and Breakfast Guesthouse Ottawa

Frequently asked questions

Does Downtown Bed and Breakfast offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Downtown Bed and Breakfast 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Downtown Bed and Breakfast?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of CAD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Downtown Bed and Breakfast?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Downtown Bed and Breakfast?
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at Downtown Bed and Breakfast?
No, this guest house doesn't have a casino, but Casino du Lac Leamy (9-min drive) and Rideau Carleton Raceway (17-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Downtown Bed and Breakfast and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities such as spa services, a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Downtown Bed and Breakfast like?
Downtown Bed and Breakfast is a short 7-minute walk from Rideau Canal and 19 minutes' walk from Parliament Hill.

Downtown Bed and Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Grant, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Kristen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location...right in the middle...close to restaurants and shops!!
Patrick, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very Nice and Safe
The hosts are very nice and ready to accommodate any needs that you might have. I arrived late (about 8:30pm) and they waited for me. I suggest that if you are arriving later than 6pm call them directly to let them know. The room was nice and the bed was comfy. I was a little nervous about sharing a bathroom but there were no issues at all. As a single woman travelling alone I felt very safe. Also, the location is close to many of the attractions in Ottawa, including the Nature Museum and the parliament buildings. I would definitely stay here again.
Terry, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I like the location. I did not like the breakfast.
Marco, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

My stay was like being at a home away from home. I would return given another opportunity.
GERALD, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

The house could be very nice but there is allot of unused furniture cluttering up the rooms and beds / Mattresses could be updated
Ronald, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice people
Robert, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I had a wonderful time during my short trip. The house is old, so surely the facilities may not be as good as some newer places. However, it was still okay in general, and its age makes it a nice option for people who want to see what older houses are like (despite the age of the house in general, the washroom has been lately updated and was clean, as someone picky about washrooms, I'm generally satisfied). The owners are very welcoming. I was a bit confused and nervous before my trip as I didn't receive instructions about check-in, but the whole process turned out to be easy and smooth. Simple vegetarian breakfast is included with no extra charge. The dairy products, the cereals, and the baked toast are great. Generally good location with the Museum of Nature and plenty of good restaurants, pubs, and other food places around the property. It's not close to O Train but bus stops are within a few minutes' walk, and it's an easy drive from the airport. Another thing I liked is that unlike some other B&Bs, I didn't find any stringent and hard house rule, instead things generally remained quite flexible. It's worth noticing that the owners now have two (lovely) dogs, so for people who are not comfortable with dogs for any reason, better to notify the property beforehand so that you can make arrangements beforehand.
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6/10 Good

Convenient to downtown and friendly hosts. Bring a multi-outlet power bar if you have phones, tablets and hearing aids you need to recharge.
Timothy, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great
Ramsey, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent owners
Owners were the nicest people ever. Room was clean, though the bed was a double so a bit small. Will be staying here again if in Ottawa.
Megan, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely, friendly and quirky bnb
Quirky bnb with super friendly owners and lovely room. Located opposite the natural history museum, in walking distance from all key sights. Would recommend!
Jemma, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

I don’t usually write reviews, but felt compelled to write a review to hopefully help others. Calling this place a Bread and Breakfast is a stretch. It certainly doesn’t have the appearance of one nor the upkeep. The house is very cluttered, the room was at least tidy, though it had a very old mattress that bent in the middle when laid on. The price charged is definitely not justified for the lodging, the only positive thing was the location. The owners are cordial, but not withstanding, it is not a place I would recommend due to the house conditions.
1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Edwin, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great people! Amazing central location! Can't wait to come back!
Drew, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

I booked this B&B on the strength of positive web reviews. I should have dug deeper. Room was small, with old, uncomfortable bed with squeaky mattress. Common rooms were cluttered and dingy looking. Small shared bathroom (which I know is not uncommon for a B&B, but had expected better for supposedly one of the best in Ottawa). Second floor bedroom was sweltering, with no air condition. Paid for my reservation, and left to find accommodations elsewhere. I encourage prospective customers to skip my first step.
Jeff, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The owners were just the sweetest people you can imagine. The premises were clean, cozy, and homey, which is exactly what i want when traveling. Also there is a Most Excellent Dog in residence at the time of this review.
Shannon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely house hosted by a kind and sociable couple. Vegetarian breakfast! Lots of room. Had a great stay and slept very well.
3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It’s closed to all major atrractoon
Very helpfull owner , the bed and breakfast is in a very centre spots
1-night trip
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6/10 Good

House was dingy and smelled of dog, non-guest rooms were dirty and looked like they belonged to hoarders, shared bathroom was clean but the "complimentary" (i.e. present) toiletries consisted of watered-down shower gel/hand soap/shampoo and the towels were small and well-worn. Guest room was furnished for utility with thrifted poor-condition pieces, the room didn't have any style, and bed linens were worn and rough. I half-expected to see bedbug bites on me the next morning (I didn't). Very noisy, but that's more a function of the age of the house than management. Didn't have breakfast but it looked like cold cereal or instant oatmeal were the options. I have traveled in different countries on a variety of budgets so I'm pretty open-minded and forgiving; this place has potential but it's so poorly looked after and thoughtlessly managed that I'm really surprised it has any reviews above mediocre. Would not stay here again or recommend it to anyone. To the owners in the spirit of helping their business: clean up those packrat rooms or install a door that fully closes and keep them hidden; hire a stager, remove 1/3 of the furniture and rearrange the rest into what could be lovely cosy rooms; provide new towels and a basket of individual hand soaps and shampoos in the bath; get rid of the ad hoc furniture everywhere (e.g. breakfast trolley); ensure all lightbulbs function; febreze. One week's accommodation rate spent on the house would do wonders.
1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

They run a nice clean B&B. The room was a little warm, but tidy and comfortable otherwise. Breakfast included homemade organic bread and fruit. It was not substantial, but thoughtfully prepared. There were also cereals and coffee and tea available.
Carmen, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Very nice, relaxing stay over Canada Day weekend.
Wonderfully unique B&B. The rooms all have a lot of character and charm. Fantastic location that like to make the most of their holiday with some exploring - right next to a great museum and also within walking distance to Parliament Hill. Steps away from the hot spots of Elgin Street. Perfect wifi, clean guest rooms and bathrooms. Bare bone breakfast but that's okay. You make up for it with new friends and great conversation with the other guests. Siri and Hari are extremely welcoming and are amazing hosts.
Craig, 5-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Frank, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly people. Good neighbor in front of Nature Museum. Recommended
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