Downtown Bed and Breakfast

Downtown Bed and Breakfast provides a peaceful retreat in Centretown with spa treatments and outdoor spaces for relaxation near the Rideau Canal

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Dates

January 2026

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February 2026

Restaurant - Downtown Bed and Breakfast (Ottawa)

Traditional Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board - Downtown Bed and Breakfast (Ottawa)

Exterior - Downtown Bed and Breakfast (Ottawa)

Travelers find a serene escape at Downtown Bed and Breakfast in Centretown, just steps from the Rideau Canal. The garden and terrace offer quiet outdoor relaxation, while spa services include restorative body wraps and massages. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Good

Popular amenities

Spa
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free Wi-Fi
Laundry room

₹10,838 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jan - 11 Jan

Room options

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Tonight

Jan 8 - Jan 9

Tomorrow

Jan 9 - Jan 10

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Traditional Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fan

Separate bedroom

Hairdryer

Shower/bath combination

Coffee/tea maker

Espresso maker

107 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom (Room)

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Ceiling fan

Hairdryer

Shower/bath combination

Coffee/tea maker

Espresso maker

Sleeps 4
2 Single Beds

About the area

263 McLeod Street, Ottawa, ON, K2P 1A1

What's nearby

Elgin Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Canadian Museum of Nature - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Bank Street Promenade - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Rideau Canal - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
University of Ottawa - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

Ottawa Station - 4 min drive
Parliament Station - 16 min walk
Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪Lieutenant's Pump - ‬5 min walk
‪Elgin Street Diner - ‬5 min walk
‪Pizza Nerds - ‬4 min walk
‪City Goose - ‬4 min walk
‪Flora Hall Brewing - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Downtown Bed and Breakfast

Guest house near Rideau Canal

Close to University of Ottawa, Downtown Bed and Breakfast provides a terrace, a garden and a playground. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a sports massage, reflexology or a detox wrap. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Additional perks include:

Free self-parking
Tour/ticket information, massage treatment rooms and smoke-free property
Luggage storage

Room features

All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include amenities such as free WiFi.

Extra conveniences in all rooms include:

Shower/bath combinations, free toiletries and hairdryers
Ceiling fans and phones

Similar properties

Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Microwave
Kitchen

₹17,991 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Feb - 6 Feb

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

Playground

Family friendly

Laundry facilities
Playground

Conveniences

Laundry facilities
Luggage storage

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
No housekeeping service
Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

Garden
Picnic area
Terrace

Spa

Body scrubs
Body wraps
Deep-tissue massages
Detox wraps
Facials
Hot stone massages
Prenatal massages
Reflexology
Sports massages
Swedish massages
Treatment room

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift (single-level property)

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Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Towels provided

More

Ceiling fan
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 8 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance

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 6 PM 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

Private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20.00 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

Pet fee: CAD 20.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Downtown Bed and Breakfast Guesthouse

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Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Bed and Breakfast pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Downtown Bed and Breakfast?

As of 8 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown Bed and Breakfast on 10 Jan 2026 start from ₹9,048.29, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Downtown Bed and Breakfast?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Bed and Breakfast?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Downtown Bed and Breakfast?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Downtown Bed and Breakfast located?

Located in Centretown, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Canadian Museum of Nature and Rideau Canal. Parliament Hill and University of Ottawa are also within 1 mile (2 km). Parliament Station is 16 minutes by foot and uOttawa Station is 18 minutes.

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Downtown Bed and Breakfast Reviews

7.0

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

7.8

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

6.4

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

26 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Perfect location...right in the middle...close to restaurants and shops!!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

william

1 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Perfect in every way , host very welcoming , it was lovely !

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

michel

29 Sept 2025

Advertised as a B&B but there was no breakfast. The building is old and not that well maintained. Furnishings are also old and unattractive. Very cluttered. Cleanliness was average. The bedding was old and the bed was not well made. We had some doubts as to whether the sheets had actually been cleaned (hard to say with any certainty because of their age). We do not recommend unless you are in desperate need of a place to sleep for one night.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

1 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Quiet. Unique. Delightfully home-like. Easy walking distance to all major attractions.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

5 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent owners

Owners were the nicest people ever. Room was clean, though the bed was a double so a bit small. Will be staying here again if in Ottawa.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ramsey

13 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Everything was great

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Timothy

19 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Convenient to downtown and friendly hosts. Bring a multi-outlet power bar if you have phones, tablets and hearing aids you need to recharge.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

GERALD

25 Sept 2023

Liked: Staff & service

My stay was like being at a home away from home. I would return given another opportunity.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

4 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice people

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Elaine

30 Jul 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The hosts are very kind and friendly; however, the facilities could be improved. Specifically, rooms are NOT air conditioned, and this is very uncomfortable during Ottawa’s increasingly frequent heat waves. Also, common areas are jammed with stuff making it feel disorganized, untidy, dark and dusty. The furniture in my room was mismatched and very worn — beyond vintage charm. It’s great value for the location, but next time, I will shell out more for a regular hotel with air conditioning, decor that feels tidy and clean.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marco

13 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

I like the location. I did not like the breakfast.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Ronald

15 Sept 2023

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

The house could be very nice but there is allot of unused furniture cluttering up the rooms and beds / Mattresses could be updated

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

29 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Nice and Safe

The hosts are very nice and ready to accommodate any needs that you might have. I arrived late (about 8:30pm) and they waited for me. I suggest that if you are arriving later than 6pm call them directly to let them know. The room was nice and the bed was comfy. I was a little nervous about sharing a bathroom but there were no issues at all. As a single woman travelling alone I felt very safe. Also, the location is close to many of the attractions in Ottawa, including the Nature Museum and the parliament buildings. I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francois

27 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Fantastic, quiet B&B in a perfect location just north of Downtown Ottawa -- under 10mins walk to get to downtown core, and B&B is directly across the street from the Natural history Museum. An older home on a lovely, quiet street, my ground-floor bedroom was clean and charming and the full-size bed was very comfortable -- overall, simple and comfy accommodations (I prefer when B&Bs aren't trying to go over the top or be too showy/fancy). A shared bathroom was located between two rooms, also very clean and perfectly functional. Easy walkable access to a host of great little local restaurants and pubs that run along both nearby Bank St. and Elgin St. The owners -- Harri and Siri -- were absolutely amazing -- friendly, open and welcoming, and always had some interesting things to say! But they also fully respected my privacy and let me do my own thing. I didn't get a chance to actually try their Veggie breakfast (sadly, had to work too early during my stay), but if the breakfast is even a fraction as good as Harri and Siri were as hosts, I am sure it must be very delicious, indeed! Overall, for the price I paid and the perfectly chill and relaxing experience I had, I suspect that any future business visit to Ottawa will have me staying at this B&B instead of any of the much pricier hotels downtown. Fantastic value for money.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Zipei

25 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

I had a wonderful time during my short trip. The house is old, so surely the facilities may not be as good as some newer places. However, it was still okay in general, and its age makes it a nice option for people who want to see what older houses are like (despite the age of the house in general, the washroom has been lately updated and was clean, as someone picky about washrooms, I'm generally satisfied). The owners are very welcoming. I was a bit confused and nervous before my trip as I didn't receive instructions about check-in, but the whole process turned out to be easy and smooth. Simple vegetarian breakfast is included with no extra charge. The dairy products, the cereals, and the baked toast are great. Generally good location with the Museum of Nature and plenty of good restaurants, pubs, and other food places around the property. It's not close to O Train but bus stops are within a few minutes' walk, and it's an easy drive from the airport. Another thing I liked is that unlike some other B&Bs, I didn't find any stringent and hard house rule, instead things generally remained quite flexible. It's worth noticing that the owners now have two (lovely) dogs, so for people who are not comfortable with dogs for any reason, better to notify the property beforehand so that you can make arrangements beforehand.

10/10 Excellent

Nee-Ann

30 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice and quiet.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina

14 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

経営されている夫婦の対応はとても優しく、本当は朝食だけの提供なのに、thanks giving dayはお店が閉まっているからとお昼兼夕食も提供してくださいました。Wi-Fiが弱い時がたまにありますが、それを除いたらあらゆるところへのアクセスも良く大満足です！

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Jemma

15 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely, friendly and quirky bnb

Quirky bnb with super friendly owners and lovely room. Located opposite the natural history museum, in walking distance from all key sights. Would recommend!

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

1 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Très bel accueil des hôtes. Ils ont à coeur le confort de leurs visiteurs. Endroit très bien situé. Les principaux attraits du centre-ville sont accessibles à pieds. Je retournerais sans hésiter!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

30 May 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I don’t usually write reviews, but felt compelled to write a review to hopefully help others. Calling this place a Bread and Breakfast is a stretch. It certainly doesn’t have the appearance of one nor the upkeep. The house is very cluttered, the room was at least tidy, though it had a very old mattress that bent in the middle when laid on. The price charged is definitely not justified for the lodging, the only positive thing was the location. The owners are cordial, but not withstanding, it is not a place I would recommend due to the house conditions.

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Pascal

25 Apr 2022

C'est un Bed&Breakfast mais le breakfast se limite à du gruau en sachet de l'épicerie, 1 mini-babybel et une pomme. On peut se faire un thé sois même, et pour le café, il y a du café instantané sans lait ou crème de disponible. C'est ok comme endroit pour des gens peu difficile. La chambre de bain n'était pas très propre.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Drew, Scarborough ON

14 Aug 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great people! Amazing central location! Can't wait to come back!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

2/10 Terrible

Jeff, Ottawa

1 Jun 2018

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I booked this B&B on the strength of positive web reviews. I should have dug deeper. Room was small, with old, uncomfortable bed with squeaky mattress. Common rooms were cluttered and dingy looking. Small shared bathroom (which I know is not uncommon for a B&B, but had expected better for supposedly one of the best in Ottawa). Second floor bedroom was sweltering, with no air condition. Paid for my reservation, and left to find accommodations elsewhere. I encourage prospective customers to skip my first step.

Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

30 May 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The owners were just the sweetest people you can imagine. The premises were clean, cozy, and homey, which is exactly what i want when traveling. Also there is a Most Excellent Dog in residence at the time of this review.

Stayed 1 night in May 2018