Byward Blue Inn

3.0 star property

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
157 Clarence St., Ottawa, ON, K1N 5P7
  • Byward Market Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • University of Ottawa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Parliament Hill
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Balcony

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Window View)

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Byward Blue Inn

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Byward Market Square
Along with a snack bar/deli, this hotel has a conference center and self parking. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, a business center, and a meeting room are onsite.
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.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the free breakfast at Byward Blue Inn. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Byward Market Square. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a snack bar/deli and a conference center.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and luggage storage
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the cleanliness, comfy beds, and overall comfort
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Byward Market Square and 8 minutes by foot from University of Ottawa
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Byward Blue Inn. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Ottawa hotel.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 7 AM to 10:00 AM.
Room service is available.

Languages

English, French, Greek, Hindi, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

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 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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 at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Blue Byward Inn
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Byward Blue Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1231 out of 1719 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 382 out of 1719 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 1719 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1719 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1719 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Marinette

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is old and has not kept
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allyson Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little room in a great location. Had microwave and kettle which could be useful. Very good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

NOEL, Smithtown

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent location, staff and breakfast was good !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

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

Byward Blue Inn worth the stay!

Lovely hotel which was very clean! Close to Byward market, Rideau mall and walking distance to parliament buildings and other attractions. Rooms were spacious and comfortable. The free breakfast was very good too!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adeleene

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

MEREDITH, Etobicoke

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was fast and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Great Spot to Stay in Ottawa

My wife and I decided to take an overnight getaway to explore Ottawa and celebrate our anniversary. We chose the ByWard Blue due to its nearby nature to a number of restaurants and other local attractions in central Ottawa. Arriving, we were welcomed by a very friendly attendant who checked us in quickly and efficiently. The only downside is they have very limited parking (maybe 10 spots) and they’re not included. If they are out of parking, there is a public lot that is immediately next door and easy to get your belongings to/from the car. We parked in Nextdoor lot due to spots being taken. The room was like the rest of the hotel and was very clean and neatly arranged. It is obvious that cleanliness and maintenance are a focal point of the ByWard Blue. Counters, floor, caulk, shower, etc…all were very clean and in absolutely top form. I would venture to say this is probably the most well maintained hotel I’ve stayed in. Our room had a small kitchen area that had a microwave, mini fridge, as well as dishes, glassware, silverware, and supplies to clean the kitchenware. The bed area was simple but very nice and comfortable and the bed itself was cozy without the mattress being overly firm. Breakfast was very nice. Great selection including eggs, potatoes, sausage, sandwiches, bread for toast, pastries, coffee, tea, etc. Fantastic value overall for the price. 100% would come back here next time we stay in Ottawa.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yu

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noa Mendelsohn

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good breakfast and great location. Balcony on 4th floor is huge!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly, 5 min walk to good night-life but in quiet area, 10 min walk to museum and parliament and other historic buildings
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at this hotel! The location was perfect, close to everything, and the hotel itself was clean and well-maintained. Byward blue inn offers excellent value for money and we would recommend it to anyone visiting Ottawa (downtown).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was very quaint and homey. The room had all the amenities and the robes were a nice touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast, clean spacious rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing place to stay steps from the ByWard Market. Many different sizes of rooms to choose from. Breakfast is great. Staff are phenomenal. Parking is incredibly reasonable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos, Etobicoke

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spent one night at the hotel for work, got one of the small rooms on the ground level. It was practical and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy to walk to the parliament buildings and museums. Nice quiet location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafiq

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and well maintained hotel . Enjoyed the stay !!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025