Step into this charming hotel’s welcoming atmosphere. Feel at ease knowing you have access to helpful staff and modern comforts just steps from Byward Market Square.
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Located in the heart of Downtown Ottawa, Rideau Residence University of Ottawa offers a warm welcome with free in-room WiFi. Enjoy convenient amenities like smoke-free premises and a 24-hour front desk, while helpful staff ensure your stay is smooth.
Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station) - 9 min drive
Ottawa Station - 9 min drive
Ottawa Fallowfield Station - 26 min drive
Rideau Station - 6 min walk
UOttawa Station - 13 min walk
Parliament Station - 17 min walk
Restaurants
Dunn's Famous Deli - 5 min walk
La Noodle - 3 min walk
Tim Hortons - 2 min walk
Smoke's Poutinerie - 4 min walk
Cora’s - 3 min walk
About this property
Rideau Residence University of Ottawa
Rideau Residence University of Ottawa puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of University of Ottawa and Byward Market Square. Free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Also, Rideau Canal and Rogers Centre Ottawa are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Rideau Station is 6 minutes and uOttawa Station is 13 minutes.
Languages
English, French
At a glance
Hotel size
210 rooms
Arranged over 19 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Parking
Onsite parking limited
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Offsite parking within 49 ft (CAD 20 per day)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Ziplining nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Facilities
1 building/tower
Accessibility
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 42
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Thin carpet in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Mobile key entry
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between August 27 and May 5.
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs CAD 20 per day (49 ft away)
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Rideau University Of Ottawa
Rideau Residence University of Ottawa Hotel
Rideau Residence University of Ottawa Ottawa
Rideau Residence University of Ottawa Hotel Ottawa
Frequently asked questions
Is Rideau Residence University of Ottawa currently open?
The property is closed between August 27 and May 5.
Does Rideau Residence University of Ottawa offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Rideau Residence University of Ottawa 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 Rideau Residence University of Ottawa?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Rideau Residence University of Ottawa?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Rideau Residence University of Ottawa?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Rideau Residence University of Ottawa?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino du Lac Leamy (7-min drive) and Rideau Carleton Raceway (21-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Rideau Residence University of Ottawa and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and ziplining. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming.
What's the area around Rideau Residence University of Ottawa like?
Rideau Residence University of Ottawa is in Downtown Ottawa, a short 6-minute walk from Rideau Station and 4 minutes' walk from University of Ottawa.
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Rideau Residence University of Ottawa Reviews
Reviews
6.8
Good
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7.6/10
Cleanliness
7.8/10
Staff & service
6.4/10
Amenities
6.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 25, 2024
Great location
james
james, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 30, 2024
If you just want a basic hotel then this is it.
Joelle
Joelle, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 14, 2024
Economic, welcome in French and English, enough comfort and well located
Jocelyn
Jocelyn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2024
Perfect location and a well maintained property. The room was great and the staff was very friendly.
Javier
Javier, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 18, 2024
Good location
Bhavesh
Bhavesh, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2024
Good value, nice big room, handy location
Really good value, safe and comfortable stay in a central location. Helpful staff on reception. As a solo female traveller, I was reassured by secure reception entry at night.
Yvonne
Yvonne, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 12, 2024
Sympa
We enjoyed our stay there and above all they are very welcoming.
The service, cleanliness, the view from rooms are great and above all a quieter place.
Elie Dorsey
Elie Dorsey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2024
Downtown location.
Ramin
Ramin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 6, 2023
Very convenient and best place to stay for family too.
Bijay
Bijay, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 30, 2024
Very basic rooms, but overall property was ok.
Jim
Jim, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 19, 2024
Great location
It was comfortable, could have had a cup and coffee maker, but had fridge and microwave, needed a table between the beds though
Mary
Mary, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 17, 2024
Close to downtown attractions , you can walk to any of them. Friendly staff and cleanliness room. Also a good night view of the downtown. The only problem is the AC is too loud.
Addison
Addison, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 27, 2024
Overall stay was good, location is walking distance to everything that you may need. Only complaint is they need to make sure the little things like toilet paper and Kleenex are stocked in bath room (we ran out).
We would stay here again
LL
LL, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2024
Great location. 5 minute walk to Byward Market, close to groceries and transit!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2024
Staffs are very nice. You can store your luggage for free after check out.
Jihye
Jihye, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 2, 2024
Great hotel-alternative. We just needed somewhere to sleep close to Byward market. It was exactly what we needed at a great price.
Lesley
Lesley, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 9, 2024
Good value.
Jolene
Jolene, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2024
Very simple to check in and out. Convenient for people who prefer to walk around, close by to multiple small restaurants as well as the mall just down the street.
Abygail
Abygail, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2024
It’s was clean and convenient.
Abdirizak
Abdirizak, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 9, 2024
I like how everything is close. Wish there are more amenities provided for our stay
Yesaswini
Yesaswini, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2024
Amazing!
Jake Robert
Jake Robert, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 18, 2024
This place is great value. It's basic. Not a hotel. You get a basic room. The price is unbeatable in downtown Ottawa. If you are on a budget, this is the place.
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2024
Needed a place to lay my head down at night and this worked perfectly for what I needed. Bed was comfortable so that was great!
Nyasha
Nyasha, 6-night trip
4/10 Fair
May 26, 2024
Central and cheap
Vern
Vern, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2024
Check in was easy and pleasant. The wonderful lady at the front went a bit over and beyond finding us secure parking in the area as this specific hotel does not have its own parking. All the staff seem to be so friendly.