Rideau Heights Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free breakfast, a short walk to Rideau Canal

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Property grounds
Reception
Front of property
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living room
View from property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct

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72 Rideau Heights Drive, Ottawa, ON, K2E 7A6
  • Carleton University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Nepean Sportsplex
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Algonquin College
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(87 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Ottawa

At Rideau Heights Inn you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Rideau Canal and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Hog's Back Falls. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, a picnic area and free newspapers in the lobby. Each morning free continental breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Nepean motel include Carleton University and Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus.

What's nearby

  • Rideau Canal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Carleton University - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Nepean Sportsplex - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Algonquin College - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus - 9 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Ottawa Fallowfield Station - 7 min drive
  • Confederation Station - 7 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mandarin Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪50 Two Breakfast & Lunch - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪noodle's invitation - ‬3 min drive
  • Moxies

About this property

Rideau Heights Inn

Motel with free breakfast, a short walk to Rideau Canal
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. The business-friendly Rideau Heights Inn also features a vending machine, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This Ottawa motel is smoke free.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Rideau Heights Inn offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets. 40-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Ottawa motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.0 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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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. 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, American Express and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Rideau Heights Inn?

Rideau Heights Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Rideau Heights Inn?

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rideau Heights Inn on 14 Oct 2025 start from AU$166.46, 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.

Is parking available at Rideau Heights Inn?

Yep, Rideau Heights Inn has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does Rideau Heights Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental breakfast is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rideau Heights Inn?

No, Rideau Heights Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rideau Heights Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Rideau Heights Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Rideau Heights Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 468 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 351 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1026 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bill

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

Great Motel in a Park

Great Motel stay. First time staying here and it was brillant! Close to airport.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Philip, Toronto

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice and cheap, although the included breakfast was some stale muffins, some fruit, three types of cereal and coffee/tea.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Romil

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean quiet property for overnight stay. Good and safe for family or couples.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jean Claude

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Travelled with group
The hotel was ok. The place is a little dated. The clerk was not friendly. The breakfast was ok but minimal The location was easy to find and lots parking
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Mario, Milton

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
I love that the room was very clean otherwise you get what you pay for. Bed was uncomfortable, still having back pain 2 days later. Bathroom fan loud, rusted and hanging. Breakfast is bare minimum but it can get you going.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

N.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is “included” but includes a muffin of cereal. Not impressed from that. We had stained towels AND stained sheets, when asked for new ones the receptionist said “you will have to wait till morning” The duvet was just a thicker sheet couldn’t even stay warm with it. The toilet had poop stains from past guest therefore hadn’t been clean. Overall disgusted and wouldn’t recommend to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exactly what I was looking for on a quick overnight solo trip to Ottawa. I would stay again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Akinwumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They are understanding. I got to Ottawa early, and I was allowed to check in a bit early instead of roaming around waiting until 3 p.m.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a nice motel at a good price. The carpet needs a good steam cleaning but the room was otherwise clean. I will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olabode

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very affordable and high value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

YIFEI, Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Pierre

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A hot breakfast would be appreciated
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelinora

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed one night and it was great. Excellent hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet and peaceful. Park- like setting, clean. Bed was a little bit too soft for me, but it was a good room and helpful service.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location relative to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holger

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

Love this motel

Ever since finding this gem years ago we stay nowhere else when in Ottawa
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Clean but nonexistent breakfast.

Needs upgrading. The bed was OK but warned out. The pillows needed replacing at least 10 years ago. One of the reasons I booked this hottel is in the search they show a very lush breakfast. The breakfast they serve is virtual nonexistent. There is not even toast. And coffee is very poor. The only redeeming quality is that it is very clean and only 20 minutes from downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff. Nice area to sit outside. Clean and spacious rooms. We’ll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kayley

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
If you love Schitts Creek you'll love the Rideau Heights Inn. It has the charm of the Rosebud Motel combined with the most comfortable bed we've ever slept in. The room was clean and the staff we're friendly. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice location not too far out of the city centre or the air port. The only issue I had was that the TV was not working properly, but other than that everything was as advertised.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Play visit Ottawa again this would be the place. I would stay here very happy with the service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michaël

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was as described. It could use a little refresh (coffee table was broken and baby got bruises from screw on missing handle if cupboard). Otherwise, everything was good as a temporary stay for us.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025