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Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown

Property class: 3.5

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A modern cafe with a counter, seating area, and display cases.
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A modern lounge area with wooden furniture, round tables, and a red curtain backdrop.
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A modern hotel building with large glass windows, a prominent sign for 'alt hotel by le germain', and a fire hydrant on the sidewalk.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AU$230
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug

Explore the area

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185 Slater Street, Ottawa, ON, K1P 0C8
  • Place, Elgin Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Parliament Hill
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Rideau Canal
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room with One Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden panel, a desk with a chair, and a wall-mounted artwork.

Room with One Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(176 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.

Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for DOUBLE CLASSIC TWO QUEEN BEDS

Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

DOUBLE CLASSIC TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Ottawa

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown puts you in the heart of Ottawa, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like National Arts Centre and Rideau Canal. Highlights at this hotel include a 24-hour gym, a bar/lounge and a 24-hour business centre. .The café, ALTCETERA, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 6 meeting rooms and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a snack bar/deli. On weekday mornings continental breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Within a 15-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Downtown Ottawa hotel, attractions include Parliament Hill and Rogers Centre Ottawa.

What's nearby

  • Elgin Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Parliament Hill - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Parliament Building - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rideau Canal - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Arts Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Parliament Station - 3 min walk
  • Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station) - 8 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • The 3 Brewers
  • ‪Bier Markt - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪A&W Canada - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown

There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business centre and 6 meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness centre, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown.

  • 1 building
  • 148 guestrooms or units
  • 18 levels
  • Built in 2016
  • Deli
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Bar or lounge
Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown offers 148 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CAD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • ALTCETERA

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 18 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free per registered adult when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 30.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately CAD 10 to 30 per person
  • Pet fee: CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 30.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free per registered adult in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

ALT Hotel Ottawa
ALT Ottawa
Alt Hotel Ottawa
Alt Ottawa Downtown Ottawa
Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown Hotel
Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown Ottawa
Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown Hotel Ottawa

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

As of 14 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown on 20 Aug 2026 start from AU$230, including 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.

What makes Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown.

Does Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental breakfast is served on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

No, Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

Furry friends are welcome at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet.

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 685 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1004 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, fun vibe, very comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for work, and the room was clean, staff accommodating, and location convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property and very nice staff. Way better than the overpriced Marriott that is located two blocks away.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel is very clean and well located
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and the staff were comfortable and fun. The cafe and bar are convenient and casual.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, clean rooms, good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

irina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay, highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and professional. The room was clean and comfortable. The location was perfect. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Yvon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean modern hotel in a good location. Staff were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tochukwu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and the staff were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cate

great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quick overnight stay. Very modern room and courteous staff. Held our luggage after checkout for several hours while attending to business. Definitely will stay again when in Ottawa
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming and comfortable - will definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in the centre of Ottawa, a short walk from the parliament buildings and a lively shopping and dining area. We didn't eat in the hotel but had late night drinks in the hotel bar before retiring to our comfy room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel, convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so incredibly nice. Very professional. Will stay again without hesitation.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a lovely hotel, super clean, smells amazing, best amenities and lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, great rooms and staff, but no restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location, clean rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay! Everything was clean, tidy, and neat. The check-in staff were very friendly, accommodating, knowledgeable, and helped quickly when one of our room key-cards stopped working (thank you Joseph!). The lounge was a nice relaxing place to grab a drink at the end of the day. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean modern spacious rooms with all amenities. There was no mini fridge which would have been helpfu. Pillows a little soft but bed was very comfortable. Service was really good and the 24 hr cafe very convenient. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marie Claude

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025