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Lord Elgin Hotel
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Overview
Situated less than a 10-minute stroll from Laurier Bus Station, Lord Elgin Hotel offers guests an ideal base while visiting Ottawa. It is located a brief walk from Parliament Hill.
Guests staying at Lord Elgin Hotel can enjoy taking a dip in the indoor pool, working out in the fitness centre or relaxing with a drink at the on site bar. Relaxation options include a sauna, a beauty centre and a Jacuzzi. Wireless internet is conveniently available for free, please speak to the front desk for details.
Recently refurbished, the hotel has 355 cosy rooms. Private bathrooms are equipped with a hair dryer, bathrobes and slippers.
Those staying at the hotel can enjoy a unique dining experience at the in-house restaurant, suitably based for those who want to stay nearby for a meal. Guests are also able to try one of the many bars and cafés in the local area.
Lord Elgin Hotel is surrounded by the area's well-known attractions, including the Library Of Parliament, University of Ottawa and the National Gallery of Canada, which are within walking distance. Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is a 25-minute car ride away and Mackenzie King Station is within a 10-minute walk.
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Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.
Privacy Preferences
Amenities at Lord Elgin Hotel
- Indoor pool
- Fitness centre
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Room service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Tea/coffee maker
- Coffee machine
- Coffee shop
- Valet parking
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Linens
- Towels
- Free toiletries
- Shampoo
- Smoke alarms
- Heating
- Body soap
- Air-conditioned
- Dustbins
- Conditioner
Dining
- Wine glasses
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Breakfast in the room
- Tea/coffee maker
- Refrigerator
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
- Coffee machine
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Coffee shop
- Vending machine (snacks)
Services and conveniences
- ATM on-site
- Business centre
- Wake-up service
- Safety deposit box
- Currency exchange on-site
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Room service
- Key card access
- Express check-out
- Bottle of water
- 24-hour front desk
Accessibility and suitability
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Disabled access
- Lift
- Hypoallergenic
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- No smoking
- Non-feather pillow
- Upper floors accessible by lift
General
- Window
- Family rooms
- Slippers
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Landmark view
- Lockers
- Telephone
- Carpeted
- Storage available
Bathroom
- Shower cap
- Hairdryer
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Walk-in shower
Pool and spa
- Heated pool
- Hot tub
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Pool towels
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Ironing service
- Laundry service
- Iron and ironing board
- Trouser press
Parking and transportation
- Parking
- Airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Private parking
Media and entertainment
- Radio
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable or satellite TV
- TV
Bedroom
- Socket near the bed
- Alarm clock
- Wardrobe or closet
Workspace
- Fax/photocopying
- Desk
Things to do
- Gift shop
- Bicycle hire
Health and safety
- Daily housekeeping
- Safe
Family friendly
- Babysitting or child care
Fitness
- Fitness centre
Reviews of Lord Elgin Hotel
8.4
Very good
2360 verified ratings
Wonderful
1178
Very good
500
Good
351
Okay
123
Fair
112
Mediocre
43
Poor
53
Summary of reviews
Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's central location and friendly staff, highlighting the cleanliness of the facilities. However, many expressed disappointment regarding the value for the price paid, particularly noting issues with small bathrooms and the overall condition of the hotel. Some guests also mentioned the need for renovations in certain areas, such as the pool and bar ambiance.AI-generated from customer reviews
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Pros (+) The staff is extremely pleasant, courteous and helpful.
Pros (+) Probably the best value I’ve received for a hotel stay. Fantastic location. Wonderful staff. I will be returning.
Cons (-) The building itself is older. Not a bad thing but something to be aware of.
Pros (+) Close to downtown, older style hotel nice , older pool but nice
Cons (-) Breakfast was awful for room service didn't even get what we ordered
Pros (+) Nice enough, good location, valet staff friendly and organised. Shower was great.
Cons (-) Entrance to drop off very crowded, Bar closed at 11.15 they had no coffee and wouldn't make any, just a very strange attitude at the bar the ambience is more "what are you doing here" than welcome We ordered a queen got a double bed.
Pros (+) The location and helpfulness of staff will keep bringing us back to the Lord Elgin
Cons (-) There is nothing to dislike. The hotel features first rate amenities within a fine old hotel that is maintained impeccably.
Pros (+) Very close to the canal for winter skating
Pros (+) Centrally located! Friendly! Helpful! Comfortable!!! Good rates! Finally installed safes for the room!!
Cons (-) Bar and restaurant could have been open later with entertainment? Relax in Lounge after night out!!
Pros (+) Loved the location.
Cons (-) There's nothing to dislike.
Pros (+) I liked the location and the decor of the lobby. Most of the staff are very friendly and professional. The food in the restaurant was great and well worth the price.
Cons (-) My tv in the room did not work (no sound on the tv) It eventually got fixed, but took some time staring at the walls in the mean time. The pillows were very thin and cheap, I would highly recommend buying somm good quality pillows that are firm so guests would get a better sleep. At night I had little bites all over me, so I am not sure if I was allergic to the mattress or the laundry detergent th...
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Location
100 Elgin Street, Ottawa, ON
What's nearby
- National War Memorial345 yd
- Shaw Centre352 yd
- Downtown Ottawa0.3 mi
- Parliament Hill0.4 mi
- Peace Tower0.4 mi
- Library Of Parliament0.4 mi
- Embassy of the United States0.5 mi
- University of Ottawa0.5 mi
- Supreme Court of Canada0.6 mi
- National Gallery of Canada0.6 mi
- Library and Archives Canada0.7 mi
- Royal Canadian Mint0.7 mi
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00 |
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Cancellation/pre-payment | Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider. |
Essential information about Lord Elgin Hotel
Low season | July |
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High season | November |
Average price (weeknight) | £132 |
Average price (weekend night) | £128 |
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Distance to city centre | 0.4 mi |
Nearest airport | Ottawa |
Distance to airport | 6.9 mi |