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Byward Blue Inn

3.0 star property

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Free daily continental breakfast
Balcony view
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property entrance

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
The current price is $165
$138 nightly
$165 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22

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157 Clarence St., Ottawa, ON, K1N 5P7
  • Place, Byward Market Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Ottawa
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Rideau Canal
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(244 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Balcony | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(106 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Window View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(157 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Ottawa

With a stay at Byward Blue Inn, you'll be centrally located in Ottawa, just a 4-minute walk from Byward Market Square and 10 minutes by foot from Rideau Canal. .This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from University of Ottawa and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Rogers Centre Ottawa.

What's nearby

  • Byward Market Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Ottawa - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rideau Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rideau Canal - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Parliament Hill - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Rideau Station - 7 min walk
  • Ottawa Station - 10 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brigid's Well - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lowertown Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chez Lucien - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tomo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dallhousie PARKING - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Byward Blue Inn

Byward Blue Inn offers 46 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Accommodations at this 3-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 46 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include safes and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This hotel also features concierge services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a reception hall.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and a meeting room. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7 AM and 10:00 AM.
Room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (CAD 15 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 20
Express 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
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 20.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: CAD 15 per night
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Blue Byward Inn
Byward Blue
Byward Blue Inn
Byward Blue Inn Ottawa
Byward Blue Ottawa
Byward Inn
Byward Blue Hotel Ottawa
Byward Blue Inn Hotel
Byward Blue Inn Ottawa
Byward Blue Inn Hotel Ottawa

Byward Blue Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1430 out of 1984 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 441 out of 1984 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1984 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1984 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1984 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay-courteous, friendly staff; clean, comfortable room; great breakfast; terrific location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay, clean, central location downtown, breakfast was fresh and delicious
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was wonderful Very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely spot and great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brant

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, total comfort and excellent stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean & exactly as depicted in the pictures, the breakfast was good & the location of the hotel was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleean room, very good breakfast, good service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Simple room, well maintained, excellent location, good breakfast, pleasant staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, very good location, great hot breakfast!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Roomy, comfortable room, friendly staff, perfect location for exploring Ottawa! And wonderful to get breakfast there too—with great coffee!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
- well maintained - very good breakfast - excellent location Great value for dollar spent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and great view. The breakfast was excellent! Great location too
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Fabulous gem of a hotel! Staff so friendly and helpful, very clean and stocked with amenities to make your stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Presha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Awesome location, friendly staff, comfortable rooms, nice non-corporate homey feel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great breakfast, cozy room with a kitchenette and full bathroom. Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

feng

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and walking distance from many places!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room, great location, very nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gurvansh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was amazing, we were travelling from far so they let us check in early which was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small gem in a great location for Byward Market, restaurants, shopping, museums and galleries. Good breakfast. Clean, comfortable rooms at affordable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, good service, clean room, delicious breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very courteous and my room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026