Byward Blue Inn

3.0 star property

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Free daily continental breakfast
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony
Balcony view
Property entrance

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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157 Clarence St., Ottawa, ON, K1N 5P7
  • Place, Byward Market Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Ottawa
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Rideau Canal
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(209 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(97 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Window View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(132 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Ottawa

With a stay at Byward Blue Inn, you'll be centrally located in Ottawa, just a 4-minute walk from Byward Market Square and 8 minutes by foot from University of Ottawa. .This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Rideau Canal and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Parliament Hill.

What's nearby

  • Byward Market Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Ottawa - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rideau Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rideau Canal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Rideau Station - 7 min walk
  • Ottawa Station - 10 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chez Lucien - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brigid's Well - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Camino - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Shawarma Place - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Courtyard Marriott - The Bistro - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Byward Blue Inn

Hotel with free breakfast, 4-minute walk to Byward Market Square
Byward Blue Inn offers 46 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Accommodations at this 3-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 46 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include safes and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This hotel also features concierge services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a reception hall.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and a meeting room. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7 AM and 10:00 AM.
Room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Parking on site (CAD 15 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 20
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 20.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: CAD 15 per night
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 20.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

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Byward Blue Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1323 out of 1855 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 419 out of 1855 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1855 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1855 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1855 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gilda

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was cozy clean and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sri

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! Very clean and quiet location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and quiet. Staff were helpful and kind. Only concern was the mattress was VERY soft and not that comfortable. Also, if a guest is interested in watching TV (we weren’t), it was not working. The location is perfect for exploring Byward Market area, government buildings and the canal. Thank you for a nice stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn L

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel was a pleasant surprise. Conveniently located and my room was lovely. The bathroom is a bit dated (as are the hallways) but the room itself was upgraded, clean, comfortable , I had housecoats and bottled water and breakfast was great. I left behind my phone charger and it was waiting for me at the front desk in a bag with my room number. I could not ask for better service. I will 100% stay here again. Thank you for being a hidden gem in Ottawa .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous, efficient check in Clean well equipped room Great location Love the funky art!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Very central location with underground parking (charged). Nice balcony on the room which was comfortable and clean. Safe in the room and a nicely equipped kitchenette. Good bathroom. Good breakfast with lots of fresh fruit and a hot option. Super staff on front of house. Would highly recommend for 2/3 nights in Quebec.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nee-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the original artwork everywhere!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean room with lots of space, comfy bed, nice linens.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed this property! Friendly staff and a boutique feel. Will definitely book here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robyn

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ulgen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really cute hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jonah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
:)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property and room extremely clean. Having balconies is bonus option!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Need almond milk, juices
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stefano

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Excellent little hotel in Ottawa!

Excellent boutique hotel in the heart of Byward Market in Ottawa. There a ton of food and drink options nearby and the hotels breakfast was great with really good food and attentive staff. Easily one of my fave hotels in Canada (this being my second time staying there and we will come back for sure).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was convenient, fresh and delicious. The staff was efficient and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025