Byward Blue Inn

3.0 star property

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

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
(20 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(250 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(107 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Window View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(159 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Byward Blue Inn

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 overall comfort, comfy beds, and cleanliness
  • 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.

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

  • 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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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
Byward Blue
Byward Blue Inn
Byward Blue Inn Ottawa
Byward Blue Ottawa
Byward Inn
Byward Blue Hotel Ottawa
Byward Blue Inn Hotel
Byward Blue Inn Ottawa
Byward Blue Inn Hotel Ottawa

Byward Blue Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1441 out of 1999 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 446 out of 1999 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1999 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1999 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1999 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruochen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delicious breakfast and friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay-courteous, friendly staff; clean, comfortable room; great breakfast; terrific location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay, clean, central location downtown, breakfast was fresh and delicious
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean, the beds were comfortable and the breakfast was great! Overall we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was wonderful Very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely spot and great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brant

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CAROLINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and Comfortable with good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, total comfort and excellent stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location off the ByWard Market, very clean and quiet, and an excellent breakfast selection.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean & exactly as depicted in the pictures, the breakfast was good & the location of the hotel was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel with helpful staff. Lots of great restaurants nearby. Great area of the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleean room, very good breakfast, good service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Simple room, well maintained, excellent location, good breakfast, pleasant staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, very good location, great hot breakfast!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Roomy, comfortable room, friendly staff, perfect location for exploring Ottawa! And wonderful to get breakfast there too—with great coffee!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
- well maintained - very good breakfast - excellent location Great value for dollar spent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and great view. The breakfast was excellent! Great location too
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Fabulous gem of a hotel! Staff so friendly and helpful, very clean and stocked with amenities to make your stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Presha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Awesome location, friendly staff, comfortable rooms, nice non-corporate homey feel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed there for 3 nights and it was a great experience. Perfect location right downtown. Lots to do in walking distance. Clean rooms,nice accommodating staff and good breakfast. I will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026