ByWard Blue Inn

Hotels
8.8 (5489 reviews)
157 Clarence Street , Ottawa , ca

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Ironing service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Uncomfortable beds
Poor breakfast variety

Categories

Cleanliness
8.51
Clean room mentioned but some were cold; consistent issues in reviews may detract from cleanliness.
Service
9.48
Staff is friendly and helpful; several reviews praise service quality.
Location
9.52
Multiple reviews highlight excellent location near attractions.
Room Quality
8.47
Mentioned discomfort with beds; rooms have been described as large but noise complaints noted.
Amenities
8.5
Free breakfast and clean facilities but some complaints about what is offered.
Value for Money
8.96
Most reviews indicate good value for the price paid.
Food and Beverage
8.01
Breakfast has variety but lacks some fresh options; some complaints about its quality.
Overall Experience
8.98
Generally positive stay experiences with notable issues, such as room comfort.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 18:36

Property Description

Convenient Location in ByWard Market Area
Located in the heart of ByWard Market, ByWard Blue Inn offers easy access to the National Gallery of Canada and other attractions within a short walk.

Cozy Rooms with Modern Amenities
Enjoy the convenience of a microwave and mini fridge in every room, along with a private bathroom, cable TV, and work desk. Some rooms even feature a balcony with stunning city views.

Complimentary Breakfast and Free Wi-Fi
Start your day with a delicious breakfast and unwind with afternoon tea. Stay connected with free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and make use of complimentary laptop computers in the lobby.

Experience comfort and convenience at ByWard Blue Inn. Book now for a memorable stay in Ottawa!

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: YOW

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs CAD 15 per day.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    People 13 years old and over stay for CAD 20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 5489 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.51
Service: 9.48
Location: 9.52
Room Quality: 8.47
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8.96
Food and Beverage: 8.01
Overall Experience: 8.98
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Taylor couple au
9
2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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Patrícia Mendes family_with_children pt
8
2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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Jessie solo_traveller gt
4
2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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Oleh solo_traveller ca
10
2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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Olena family_with_children ca
10
2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Michel couple ca
9
2026-03-25 via Nuitee
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Sara solo_traveller ca
7
Pros:

The room was comfortable, with room service available for added convenience. The location is ideal, only a 5–10 minute walk from downtown. Breakfast was satisfying, and the staff were welcoming and attentive.

Cons:

As for the parking, it’s more suitable for smaller cars. If you’re driving an SUV like I was, it can be a bit challenging. The parking spaces are quite tight, and the clearance in the underground entrance is limited.

2026-03-24 via Nuitee
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Klenia couple ca
9
I will recommend it it is well located.
Pros:

Breakfast very good
The room and the hotel very clean
Personal very kind

Cons:

Nothing bad to say.

2026-03-24 via Nuitee
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Mariana couple ca
9
Excellent value
Pros:

Breakfast was better than expected, close walk to museums and parliament hill

2026-03-24 via Nuitee
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Claudia family_with_children ca
8
2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Claude family_with_children us
10
Pros:

Very clean, comfortable bed. Location is great to byward market and parliament.

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Adrian couple ca
10
2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Karthihan family_with_children ca
10
2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Bruno couple ca
10
Pros:

The first and more important thing is the parking. They have very accessible parking and it’s fairly cheap compared to any other places around. I’d definitely recommend going to the hotel first, park there and just walk to the main attractions since they are all within 10/15min walk. Lots of restaurants around and very quiet neighbourhood tho. I’d recommend going to the Mexican restaurant and ordering Mexican fries with meat on it (really good experience).

This hotel definitely falls into don’t judge a book by its cover category. The outside might seem “outdated” but rooms are comfortable, clean and organized. I loved the disposition and all it was included.

Breakfast was really gooood and honestly, I was impressed with quality. Staff were very welcoming tho :)

Overall, I’d recommend this place and plan to go back at some point.

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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PizzaPunx couple ca
9
Great spot for byward market visitors
Pros:

Excellent location for byward market. The room and balcony where nice. Free breakfast buffet was pretty good for a free hotel hot breakfast.

Cons:

Everything was fine... a couple minor points... Parking garage was really tight, but it was secured so that was nice. TV in the room was really small and difficult to see from the bed.

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Calum family_with_children gb
7
2026-03-22 via Nuitee
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Mayara solo_traveller br
9
Pros:

Localização e equipe

Cons:

O café da manhã é bem simples.
Sem muitas opções

2026-03-22 via Nuitee
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Dyan family_with_children ca
10
Excellent place to stay!
Pros:

Location is excellent. Breakfast was great with lots of options. Staff was great! Easy check in and check out process. Parking is very convenient.

2026-03-22 via Nuitee
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Leanne family_with_children us
10
2026-03-22 via Nuitee
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jacono family_with_children ca
8
2026-03-21 via Nuitee