Rideau Residence University of Ottawa

2.5 star property

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Lobby sitting area
Front of property
Economy Room, 2 Double Beds
Free daily continental breakfast
Interior

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

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290 Rideau Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N 5Y3
  • Place, University of Ottawa
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Rideau Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Byward Market Square
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Economy Room, 2 Double Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(101 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Economy Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Rideau Residence University of Ottawa

Along with a 24-hour front desk, this smoke-free hotel has free breakfast and free WiFi in public areas. Other amenities include a vending machine. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Rideau Residence University of Ottawa offers 210 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
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 helpful staff at Rideau Residence University of Ottawa. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Byward Market Square. Enjoy features like free breakfast and free WiFi in public areas.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Amenities include an elevator and a vending machine
  • Just a 4-minute walk from University of Ottawa and 9 minutes by foot from Byward Market Square
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Rideau Residence University of Ottawa also features a vending machine and an elevator.

This Ottawa hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (CAD 27 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (107 centimetre wide door)
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 19 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mobile key entry

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: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between August 27 and May 5.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Nearby parking fee: CAD 27 per day (49 ft away)

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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.
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.

Property is also known as

Rideau University Of Ottawa
Rideau Residence University of Ottawa Hotel
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Rideau Residence University of Ottawa Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 579 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 579 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 579 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 579 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 579 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean property, quick and easy check in/out, nice continental breakfast - close to everything!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had an excellent stay Bed was comfortable. Staff were super friendly. I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

raphael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good for a short stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple, but adequate accommodations, with healthy breakfast, just 10 minutes walk to the main City attractions. Twice cheaper than other higher end hotels in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and front desk service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here to check out the university.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

HANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient and close to the downtown area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable downtown location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Mahmudul Haque

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good for short visit close to downtown
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close to everything and will be coming here more often
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Avery

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for residence, as a hotel… it’s ok
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

stanley keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view, helpful staff and great location. Can't wait to return
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Grishma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great stay / Enough paid parking /downtown / shoopping / market / night life .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

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

Good location

Great location, friendly staff, close to a lot of things including great restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is nice to have a free breakfast wherein the room rate is not pricey. It is just a walking distance to the attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Faraneh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing!!! I wasnt feeling very well and they let me check out a bit later without any hassles. I wouod definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic but clean accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accommodations are great and the price is right. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful! Limited parking was the only downfall to our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We have a good stay. The AC is a bit noisy, breakfast is just bread n cereal, other than that, it s a good choice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corrah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay area around the property was a little bit sketchy but what you would expect for a city
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025