ByWard Blue Inn

Hotels
8.8 (5945 reviews)
157 Clarence Street , Ottawa , ca

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Room service
Business center
Heating
Terrace
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 5945 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
D
Daniel solo_traveller ca
9
Nous avons bien aimé l’hôtel, très bien situé et très propre
Pros:

Très bien situé, près de plusieurs des attraits de Ottawa

Cons:

La climatisation dans la chambre est un modèle portatif, efficace pour bien rafraîchir mais plutôt bruyant

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
D
David solo_traveller gb
7
Good location to explore the city
Pros:

Location good
Staff could have been friendlier

Cons:

Staff could have been friendlier

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
K
Katrina solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Excellent location. Balcony and kitchenette a bonus! Perfectly clean and comfortable.

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
A
Ashley family_with_children au
8
comfy stay with all essentials.
Pros:

It was a great stop for an overnight after flying in late. It was a fairly central location with walking distance to many attractions. The breakfast was great with all the essentials.

Cons:

nothing, we would stay here again if travelling to Ottawa.

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
T
Tetiana solo_traveller ca
10
Pros:

Wonderful hotel. The staff is helpful. Very clean. The room smelled good. I really liked everything.

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
G
Gary couple gb
10
Great spot for afew days in Ottawa
Pros:

The balcony was great as was the ‘complimentary’ breakfast

Cons:

Not the hotels fault but a word of warning… Ottawa has a homeless/ begging problem and it appears to be concentrated around the area that the hotel is in.. should put you off but be aware

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Weinan family_with_children hk
8
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Li family_with_children cn
9
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
S
satoshi solo_traveller jp
10
Good old hotel to stay
Pros:

I requested bathtub and the answer was All our rooms have bathtub
It's a good old hotel, I like his atmosphere
Few minutes from Byward street but in a calm residential area
Balcony on the street
Wooden floor and good old key

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
S
SERGIO family_with_children co
8
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
M
Mary family_with_children fr
9
Pros:

Tout était parfait. L hôtel est très propre et l accueil extraordinaire .

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
C
Colin solo_traveller gb
9
Lovely place, would definitely stay again.
Pros:

Great location, ByWard Market and all the main sites were easily walkable. Room was very nice with good facilities.

Cons:

Nothing that springs to mind.

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
K
Kabir family_with_children fr
10
Adresse parfaite pour un séjour au cœur d’Ottawa
Pros:

Tout était très bien.
L’emplacement parfait pour être au cœur du quartier.
Les attentions, les services rendus, la qualité du couchage, la superficie des chambres, les membres du personnel, on peut conclure que tout était parfait.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
A
aldagiro solo_traveller es
8
Perfecta estancia en Ottawa
Pros:

Habitación muy grande con terraza a la calle. Zona tranquila pero cerca de todo. Todo muy correcto y agradable. Desayuno correcto.

Cons:

Nada.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
W
Wei family_with_children ca
8
2026-07-14 via Nuitee
E
Eric couple fr
10
2026-07-14 via Nuitee
C
Catherine couple gb
6
Good location, hotel could do with a revamp
Pros:

Location was good. Hot and cold breakfast was a nice addition.

Cons:

We had a blocked toilet, so we went to reception and explained the problem saying it needed someone to come and unblock it by plunging. They brought the plunger and left it for us to do.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
P
Petr solo_traveller cz
10
Pros:

Everything was very good. Parking excellent. Breakfast very good.

Cons:

Location after dark was a little bit unfriend.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
M
Maksim family_with_children ru
8
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
G
gaspard family_with_children ch
8
2026-07-13 via Nuitee