In the heart of Ottawa, The Metcalfe Hotel offers a warm welcome with Cocotte bistro serving delicious meals. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, relax at the hair salon or library, and enjoy helpful multilingual staff. Previous guests rave about the hotel's dining options and central location.
Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station) - 8 min drive
Ottawa Fallowfield Station - 17 min drive
Parliament Station - 6 min walk
Rideau Station - 11 min walk
Lyon Station - 12 min walk
Restaurants
Browns Socialhouse - 3 min walk
Grill Forty One - 3 min walk
The Scone Witch - 3 min walk
Tim Hortons - 1 min walk
Tim Hortons - 3 min walk
About this property
The Metcalfe Hotel
The Metcalfe Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Rideau Canal and University of Ottawa. Also, Parliament Hill and Rogers Centre Ottawa are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and restaurant. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Parliament Station is 6 minutes and Rideau Station is 11 minutes.
Languages
English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
108 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 3 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite valet parking (CAD 47 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–1:00 PM on weekends
Restaurant
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's games
Working away
6 meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Library
Communal living room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Handrails in stairways
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Free crib/infant bed
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Champagne service
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Recycling
Special features
Dining
Cocotte - Onsite bistro.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 15 to 25.00 for adults, and CAD 10.00 to 20.00 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Parking
Valet parking costs CAD 47 per night
Policies
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, Discover, Diners Club
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa
Metcalfe Hotel
Metcalfe Ottawa
Ottawa Hotel Indigo
The Metcalfe Hotel Hotel
The Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa
The Metcalfe Hotel Hotel Ottawa
Frequently asked questions
Does The Metcalfe Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Metcalfe Hotel 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 The Metcalfe Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of CAD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Metcalfe Hotel?
Yes. Valet parking costs CAD 47 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Metcalfe Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Metcalfe 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 The Metcalfe Hotel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Confederation Park (3-min walk) and National Arts Centre (5-min walk), along with Capital Information Kiosk (5-min walk) and Sparks Street Mall (6-min walk).
Are there restaurants at or near The Metcalfe Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Cocotte.
What's the area around The Metcalfe Hotel like?
The Metcalfe Hotel is in Downtown Ottawa, a short 6-minute walk from Parliament Station and 5 minutes' walk from Rideau Canal. Our travelers say the local area is very central.
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The Metcalfe Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Room
Location
Restaurant
Lobby
Bed
Parking
Breakfast
Food
Boutique hotel
What guests liked
The property's restaurant offered a wonderful cuisine, great breakfast options, and a convenient location with many nearby dining choices. (13 reviews)
Breakfast at the property was simple but delicious and offered a great start to the day. (11 reviews)
The property features a nice gym and an indoor basketball court. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2025
Very good place to stay
Clark
Clark, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 26, 2025
Would definitely stay again!!
Glen
Glen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2025
Great stay!
The staff was extremely accommodating. The hotel was very nice, clean, & smelled amazing. I would absolutely stay here again.
DEONNA
DEONNA, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2025
Property was clean, very nice rooms.
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2024
Excellent hotel
Jim
Jim, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 29, 2024
Very good hotel, walkable to all major attractions.
Kevin
Kevin, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2024
Great Hotel!
Sam
Sam, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2025
The hotel is beautiful and very well located. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable about all the activities and options available.
Jarusa
Jarusa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2025
Beautiful place and very sweet employees
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2024
Beautiful hotel!
Joelle
Joelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 17, 2025
It was really friendly and kind hotel. Location was also perfect.
Jongmyung
Jongmyung, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2025
Nice stay, nice and chic property. The restaurant was very good.
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2025
A perfect getaway- We were delighted with everything the hotel offered
Definitely begoin back
Julie
Julie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 26, 2025
Beautiful property and lovely staff. Enjoyed our brunch at Cocette
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2024
Great location quiet boutique hotel
Charlene
Charlene, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2025
Always a pleasure!
Fantastic stay!
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2024
Very nice hotel. Comfortable room, friendly staff, great restaurant. Place looks great too
Eric
Eric, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2024
Good location and very nice hotel
Jinky Mae
Jinky Mae, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 29, 2024
Lovely boutique hotel, very clean with excellent staff.
Silvia Saveria
Silvia Saveria, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2024
Great hotel for price
Would go again
Jill
Jill, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2025
Nice hotel. Friendly and helpful staff. Great location.
Monique
Monique, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2024
Great spot
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
Lovely hotel property.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2024
Modern, clean and friendly staff
Daniel
Daniel, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2025
nice & comfy
Nice size room, clean and comfortable space and bedding. Great restaurant in the lobby . Friendly staff.