Ottawa Downtown Cozy Guesthouse

Hotels
7.8 (725 reviews)
517 Besserer St , Ottawa , ca

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Responsive host
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Uncomfortable rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
5.85
Multiple complaints about cleanliness and hygiene.
Service
8.81
Host was responsive during positive experiences.
Location
8.85
Many reviews praised the location for convenience.
Room Quality
6.81
Some guests found the rooms uncomfortable or misleading.
Amenities
7.84
Basic amenities available, but issues reported with the washing machine.
Value for Money
7.8
Generally considered decent value, though some found issues.
Food and Beverage
8.15
Not specifically mentioned, assumed average for this tier.
Overall Experience
8.31
Overall good stay, with notable areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-27 22:27

Property Description

Convenient Location
Experience Ottawa's top attractions such as Rideau Locks and Parliament Hill just a short distance away.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy free WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen, and city views for a comfortable stay.

Family-Friendly Accommodation
Spacious family rooms and air-conditioned units with all the essentials, ensuring a pleasant stay for all.

Ready to experience comfort and convenience in the heart of Ottawa? Book your stay at Ottawa Downtown Cozy Guesthouse now.

Important information:

Please note that a pet fee of $39 is going to be charged to anyone trying to bring in pets to the property.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 725 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.85
Service: 8.81
Location: 8.85
Room Quality: 6.81
Amenities: 7.84
Value for Money: 7.8
Food and Beverage: 8.15
Overall Experience: 8.31
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mathilde solo_traveller ca
8
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Fnastas solo_traveller ca
8
Pros:

The location, available parking, and clean facilities

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Anderson couple ca
3
Pros:

Pas vraiment,

Cons:

C’était pas confortable et j’ai pas eu mon retour de 45$.

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Bestenur family_with_children ca
8
A comfortable and value-for-money stay in a great location with excellent host communication
Pros:

We were very pleased with the location; it is situated in a quiet neighborhood that is neither too central nor too remote, about 2.5 kilometers from Parliament Hill, allowing us to easily walk back and forth. Having free parking available was a huge advantage, and even though we didn't meet the hosts in person, they were always prompt, polite, and extremely helpful in answering our questions through Booking. As a guesthouse, the property offers nice shared areas, particularly a very stylishly decorated, bright, and beautiful living room, along with a kitchen equipped with basic essentials. Overall, it was a very satisfying stay that exceeded expectations in terms of value for money.

Cons:

Overall, we had a wonderful and comfortable stay, but as constructive feedback for areas of improvement, the complimentary toiletries section could use some revision, as there was only hand soap in the washroom and just shampoo in the tub. For a complete experience, items such as a small toothpaste, body wash, conditioner, or individual soap bars could be added. Additionally, only one bath towel was provided per person; while it is manageable for a short stay, a separate hand towel is always necessary for hygiene. Finally, the fabric of the bed sheets was quite heat-trapping and warm, so upgrading to more breathable, cotton-based materials would improve sleeping comfort. We are sharing these details purely as constructive feedback, and overall we were very happy with our stay.

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
A
Amjad couple ca
9
Pros:

quite and calm

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
C
Court solo_traveller ca
4
Great owner and place, but poor stay due to circumstance
Pros:

The owner is very nice and the place itself was decent for living in. She was very kind and helpful to fixing my situation

Cons:

My code to my door didn’t work, I contacted her and it took 3 hours until I got a response. It was almost midnight by the time I was able to get in my room. A lot of money spent just for me to barely spend time in it. The response time needs to be quicker, I feel let down by that.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Abdoul solo_traveller ca
9
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Inês family_with_children pt
9
Confortável e limpo
Pros:

Muito limpo, muito confortável. Cozinha suficientemente bem equipada. Fácil acesso, junto a um parque muito agradável. Muito sossegado. Supermercado muito perto.

Cons:

Alguns quarteirões perto do alojamento têm consumo de droga bastante visível na rua. Não é perigoso, mas pode ser uma situação delicada com crianças, por exemplo.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Sonia solo_traveller ca
8
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
S
Syrrel couple ca
3
Filthy
Pros:

Customer service is great. Parking and Location are good too.

Cons:

Absolutely filthy. We had to leave our room the night of check-in after a long day and didn’t not sleep there. Saw it when we first came in and thought maybe we can surpass it for the night but after a long long day, we just cant get comfortable on how dirty it was. Our room did not match the cleanliness of the pictures at all. Carpet was disgusting and dust everywhere. There were also markings on our comforter. Such a shame as customer service is good.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
J
Jroamaza solo_traveller co
9
Excelente Alojamiento
Pros:

Excelente ubicación y el dormitorio muy comodo

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
D
DEEPA extended_group ca
9
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Lydia extended_group ca
6
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Andreas solo_traveller de
6
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Romica couple es
2
C'était un cauchemar.
Cons:

En 35 ans de voyages, c'est le pire endroit où j'ai séjourné. Sur une période de 15 jours, il y a eu quatre jours sans serviettes ni draps propres ; j'ai dû utiliser ceux laissés par le client précédent. Je suis resté trois jours sans eau chaude. Les chambres sont petites et sales. Les vitres n'avaient pas été nettoyées depuis des mois et la moquette était immonde, dégageant une odeur forte et désagréable — heureusement, la climatisation aidait à masquer cette odeur. La salle de bain commune est minuscule et, le dernier jour, il n'y avait plus de papier toilette. En bref, je ne recommande pas cet endroit.

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Shaima couple tn
7
2026-07-09 via Nuitee
C
Celia solo_traveller es
7
Buena localización, habitación mejorable
Pros:

Localización buena cerca del canal y a un paseo del centro. Cama cómoda.

Cons:

La moqueta del pasillo y la habitacion estaban algo sucias. El aire acondicionado hace MUCHO ruido siendo la estancia bastante calurosa en verano (ultimo piso) por lo que es necesario ponerlo pero molesta bastante.

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
H
Herold solo_traveller do
10
I was very satisfied
Pros:

Very nice place

Cons:

I am very satisfied

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
J
Jerick solo_traveller ca
7
Great value, but not fancy.
Pros:

The location was great… just off the main bus line or just a long walk to downtown and the Byward Market. The contactless check-in process was awesome: they just sent me the door codes and I didn’t have to make arrangements to see anyone or arrive at a certain time.

Cons:

The only big problem was that there wasn’t hot water for my last two days. The first time, I assumed that another guest had used it all and wasn’t too upset, so didn’t even mention it. When it was ice cold the next day (right before check-out), I was much more annoyed! The staff were very kind, and did say that they would look into it and I’m sure it won’t be a problem in the future, but still… They also only gave me two small towels for four days, and didn’t seem to have more available — I probably could have asked. There are a lot of stains on the rugs throughout the house, but it is old, so to be expected perhaps.

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Shrestha couple ca
5
Was a good stay as it was close to downtown. Has parking.
Pros:

It was close to downtown and the other people who were in the house were quiet. They have parking services but need to message them prior.

Cons:

They need to change the carpet or at least clean it.

2026-07-06 via Nuitee