The Ora Hotel, BW Signature Collection
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About this property
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.
Dining
Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Arlo, BW Signature Collection.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 152 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. 50-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Location
With a stay at Arlo, BW Signature Collection in Ottawa (Downtown Ottawa), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Rideau Canal and 5 minutes by foot from Parliament Hill. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Rogers Centre Ottawa and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from University of Ottawa.
What's nearby
Elgin Street(0.1 miles)
Confederation Park(0.1 miles)
Rideau Canal(0.2 miles)
Capital Information Kiosk(0.2 miles)
Sparks Street Mall(0.2 miles)
National Arts Centre(0.2 miles)
Confederation Square(0.2 miles)
National War Memorial(0.2 miles)
Ottawa Locks 1-8(0.3 miles)
Peace Tower(0.3 miles)
Parliament Hill(0.3 miles)
Parliament Building(0.3 miles)
Ottawa City Hall(0.3 miles)
Bank Street Promenade(0.4 miles)
Major's Hill Park(0.4 miles)
The preferred airport for Arlo, BW Signature Collection is Ottawa International Airport (YOW)(8.9 miles)
Non-Smoking Rooms
Luggage Storage
Allergy-Free Room Available
Designated Smoking Area
Vending Machines
Self Laundry
Location
88 Albert St, Byward Market - Parliament Hill, Ottawa, Canada
Elgin Street (0.1 miles)
Confederation Park (0.1 miles)
Rideau Canal (0.2 miles)
Capital Information Kiosk (0.2 miles)
Sparks Street Mall (0.2 miles)
National Arts Centre (0.2 miles)
Room options
6
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen (Cozy Room, Full Kitchen)
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
5
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Full Kitchen)
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
6
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Full Kitchen)
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
6
Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Separate Living Room;With Sofabed)
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
3
Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Separate Living Room;With Sofabed)
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
6
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen (Full Kitchen)
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of The Ora Hotel, BW Signature Collection
8.1
Very good
Based on 1,623 verified reviews
What guests think
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Across many reviews, The Arlo, BW Signature Collection is praised for its central, walkable location and apartment-style rooms with kitchenettes, while feedback often notes friendly staff alongside trade-offs like no on-site parking, street noise, and app-based check-in.
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Across many reviews, The Arlo, BW Signature Collection is praised for its central, walkable location and apartment-style rooms with kitchenettes, while feedback often notes friendly staff alongside trade-offs like no on-site parking, street noise, and app-based check-in.
Rooms are generally comfortable and well equipped, though some are small, face neighbouring offices with limited privacy, or show aging bathroom fixtures and awkward layouts. Cleanliness is often solid but occasionally inconsistent, with reports of missed housekeeping or stained linens. Facilities lean self-service: handy luggage lockers and free laundry, a modest gym, and at times an out-of-service elevator. Expect a convenient, value-minded stay best for travelers who prioritize location and in-room amenities over full-service frills.
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Facilities
Self-service amenities like luggage lockers and free laundry are appreciated; the gym is basic. There is no on-site parking and a second elevator has occasionally been out of service.
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Margaret
Aug 31, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Easy access to all the main attractions- parliament/senate, close to Gatineau, etc. Safe facilities with good amenities- close proximity to restaurants, grocery stores, gym and laundry onsite, stove and full size fridge, dishes, and other small appliances, etc. I just wished there was parking in the actual property. We had to park at the other Sonder property (Rideau). It’s close enough, but it would have been more convenient to have parking on the actual property for convenience of luggage drop off, etc. Otherwise, we had a good experience in this well-equipped apartment.
Easy access to all the main attractions- parliament/senate, close to Gatineau, etc. Safe facilities with good amenities- close proximity to restaurants, grocery stores, gym and laundry onsite, stove and full size fridge, dishes, and other small appliances, etc. I just wished there was parking in the actual property. We had to park at the other Sonder property (Rideau). It’s close enough, but it would have been more convenient to have parking on the actual property for convenience of luggage drop off, etc. Otherwise, we had a good experience in this well-equipped apartment.
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Safydy
Sep 3, 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
Positive: - The hotel was clean and the check-in process was fast and easy. - Late check-out was available, which was very convenient. - The laundry room was simple to use. - The room itself was large and quiet, providing a relaxing atmosphere. Constructive: - The windows had dark curtains, so you couldn't close them during the day without making the room dark. Because of this, people in the offices across the street could see into the room. Negative: - There was no parking available on-site, only a drop-off area. The nearest parking was very expensive, costing $45 per day and night.
Positive: - The hotel was clean and the check-in process was fast and easy. - Late check-out was available, which was very convenient. - The laundry room was simple to use. - The room itself was large and quiet, providing a relaxing atmosphere. Constructive: - The windows had dark curtains, so you couldn't close them during the day without making the room dark. Because of this, people in the offices across the street could see into the room. Negative: - There was no parking available on-site, only a drop-off area. The nearest parking was very expensive, costing $45 per day and night.
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Christine
Oct 18, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff on the reception desk were very friendly. The room had a small kitchen area which we found useful just to have a light breakfast there before going out for the day. There was a quiet room near the lobby we could use if wanted and we sat there while waiting for our Uber to take us to the airport. We would stay there again if ever we were back in Ottawa.
The staff on the reception desk were very friendly. The room had a small kitchen area which we found useful just to have a light breakfast there before going out for the day. There was a quiet room near the lobby we could use if wanted and we sat there while waiting for our Uber to take us to the airport. We would stay there again if ever we were back in Ottawa.
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Kate
Aug 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Brilliant for a few days in Ottawa. So central but quiet and relaxed. We lived the kitchen and facilities like laundry. Camt recommend highly enough and i would definitely stay here again!!
Brilliant for a few days in Ottawa. So central but quiet and relaxed. We lived the kitchen and facilities like laundry. Camt recommend highly enough and i would definitely stay here again!!
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Kim
Jun 30, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Wir hätten uns gewünscht, dass der Müll regelmäßig aus dem Zimmer genommen wird. Bei Selbstverpflegung fällt ja doch etwas an. Ansonsten netter Service (wenn vor Ort), Klimaanlage war etwas laut, man hat die Straße etwas gehört (hatten ein Zimmer mit Balkon zur Straße). Ausstattung war vorhanden (Kaffeemaschine, Toaster, Wasserkocher, leider kein Salz und Pfeffer, was wir als Grundausstattung angesehen hätten). Fitnessraum war zweckmäßig ausgestattet).
Wir hätten uns gewünscht, dass der Müll regelmäßig aus dem Zimmer genommen wird. Bei Selbstverpflegung fällt ja doch etwas an. Ansonsten netter Service (wenn vor Ort), Klimaanlage war etwas laut, man hat die Straße etwas gehört (hatten ein Zimmer mit Balkon zur Straße). Ausstattung war vorhanden (Kaffeemaschine, Toaster, Wasserkocher, leider kein Salz und Pfeffer, was wir als Grundausstattung angesehen hätten). Fitnessraum war zweckmäßig ausgestattet).
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John
Oct 17, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Rolm was clean and tidy. Bed and pillows very comfortable. In very central location, brilliant for exploring and everything so walkable. Staff very friendly and accomodating. Gteat laundry facilites in the basement and nice lounge, quiet room and games room. Few maintemance issues that we flagged to staff. All in all very good.
Rolm was clean and tidy. Bed and pillows very comfortable. In very central location, brilliant for exploring and everything so walkable. Staff very friendly and accomodating. Gteat laundry facilites in the basement and nice lounge, quiet room and games room. Few maintemance issues that we flagged to staff. All in all very good.
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Daniel
Oct 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place to stay downtown Ottawa. I parked at the NCA which was surprisingly affordable. Walkable to all the sites, good shopping and restos nearby. Room was great but the second elevator was out of service. Had to walk down nine flights of stairs after not being able to get on two rides by. Not a big deal for me but not ideal. Still, recommend!
Great place to stay downtown Ottawa. I parked at the NCA which was surprisingly affordable. Walkable to all the sites, good shopping and restos nearby. Room was great but the second elevator was out of service. Had to walk down nine flights of stairs after not being able to get on two rides by. Not a big deal for me but not ideal. Still, recommend!
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Carolyn
Sep 7, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
The room was more spacious than i thought from looking at pictures, which was great. Room was clean & comfortable. Lots of room for our bikes in the room.The gym was perfect. Staff was excellent.Although no parking on premises, we had no problem finding parking nearby at reasonable rates. During our stay, we had a medical emergency, and the staff was very helpful, kind and quick to react. Highly recommend.
The room was more spacious than i thought from looking at pictures, which was great. Room was clean & comfortable. Lots of room for our bikes in the room.The gym was perfect. Staff was excellent.Although no parking on premises, we had no problem finding parking nearby at reasonable rates. During our stay, we had a medical emergency, and the staff was very helpful, kind and quick to react. Highly recommend.
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Richard
Jan 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very Clean and well stocked. Issues with the TV were a pain. You can't just turn it on and get access to programming. You need to cycle through the HDMI inputs to make it work. Even after the IT dept came to my room and said they had fixed it I still had to do it after they left. This issue needs to be fixed asap as most people don't understand how to get this to happen. I also got locked in the parking garage when my door code stopped working. There is no number to call so luckily i was communicating via text and they gave me a new code. There is no emergency exit which is disturbing. The staff were excellent though.
Very Clean and well stocked. Issues with the TV were a pain. You can't just turn it on and get access to programming. You need to cycle through the HDMI inputs to make it work. Even after the IT dept came to my room and said they had fixed it I still had to do it after they left. This issue needs to be fixed asap as most people don't understand how to get this to happen. I also got locked in the parking garage when my door code stopped working. There is no number to call so luckily i was communicating via text and they gave me a new code. There is no emergency exit which is disturbing. The staff were excellent though.
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Britnee
Oct 7, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff were excellent!! My issues are other things. The room was mostly clean, just some crumbs under the chairs and whatnot that got missed. The bed didn’t have a top sheet, it was just the bottom sheet and a duvet which is weird. The essentials bar didn’t have any feminine products either and when I asked at the front desk they couldn’t provide one either. The second elevator was also down the entire time I was there, and I got an email the day after I checked out saying it was down. Just a bit behind on the communication.
The staff were excellent!! My issues are other things. The room was mostly clean, just some crumbs under the chairs and whatnot that got missed. The bed didn’t have a top sheet, it was just the bottom sheet and a duvet which is weird. The essentials bar didn’t have any feminine products either and when I asked at the front desk they couldn’t provide one either. The second elevator was also down the entire time I was there, and I got an email the day after I checked out saying it was down. Just a bit behind on the communication.
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Cleanliness
Many guests found rooms clean, but reports of missed cleaning, stained linens, and inconsistent housekeeping appear across stays. Daily room servicing is limited.
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Esther
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was not clean when I checked in. The bed was not made. It looked like someone just woke up from there and left. The hotel mistakenly charged me again even though I fully paid via Expedia. It then took me another 1.5 hrs to rectify the situation to get the refund of the duplicated charge. I will not return to this hotel.
The room was not clean when I checked in. The bed was not made. It looked like someone just woke up from there and left. The hotel mistakenly charged me again even though I fully paid via Expedia. It then took me another 1.5 hrs to rectify the situation to get the refund of the duplicated charge. I will not return to this hotel.
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Corey
Sep 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We got back to the hotel at about 11:30pm and were about to go to sleep when we noticed a ton of blood stains on the blankets and sheets. It was disgusting and I had already gotten into the bed before noticing. It was difficult to get ahold of anyone for help. Eventually they did get us into another room for the night. The whole room seemed like it had not been cleaned as well
We got back to the hotel at about 11:30pm and were about to go to sleep when we noticed a ton of blood stains on the blankets and sheets. It was disgusting and I had already gotten into the bed before noticing. It was difficult to get ahold of anyone for help. Eventually they did get us into another room for the night. The whole room seemed like it had not been cleaned as well
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Jenny
Feb 12, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
staff, the service, the attitude, and the cleanness of the room
staff, the service, the attitude, and the cleanness of the room
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Carolyn
Jun 9, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
A nice property with a kitchenette, balcony, and sitting area which was close to restaurants, attractions, etc. A very walkable area. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. However, the bathroom was not very clean and could use some minor renovations.
A nice property with a kitchenette, balcony, and sitting area which was close to restaurants, attractions, etc. A very walkable area. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. However, the bathroom was not very clean and could use some minor renovations.
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Kerstin
Aug 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Loved the self-service of the complete process from check-in to check-out. Concept is great, but facilities are so so. Quite a bit dodgy and run down, towels had stains everywhere, cleanliness was mediocre - there were old contact lenses (from someone else) glued to the night stand, probably still there, but couldnt be bothered to bring this up as we only stayed for 1 night and as always, staff can only do so much. Appreciated the generosity re. use of laundry facilities (FOC incl. detergents). Staff on site was super friendly and very helpful. Would not book again.
Loved the self-service of the complete process from check-in to check-out. Concept is great, but facilities are so so. Quite a bit dodgy and run down, towels had stains everywhere, cleanliness was mediocre - there were old contact lenses (from someone else) glued to the night stand, probably still there, but couldnt be bothered to bring this up as we only stayed for 1 night and as always, staff can only do so much. Appreciated the generosity re. use of laundry facilities (FOC incl. detergents). Staff on site was super friendly and very helpful. Would not book again.
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Alexis
Jul 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It was dirty. There were hair in the bed. Otherwise fine.
It was dirty. There were hair in the bed. Otherwise fine.
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Karla
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Bueno pero no me limpiaron la habitación en 6 noches
Bueno pero no me limpiaron la habitación en 6 noches
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Britnee
Oct 7, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff were excellent!! My issues are other things. The room was mostly clean, just some crumbs under the chairs and whatnot that got missed. The bed didn’t have a top sheet, it was just the bottom sheet and a duvet which is weird. The essentials bar didn’t have any feminine products either and when I asked at the front desk they couldn’t provide one either. The second elevator was also down the entire time I was there, and I got an email the day after I checked out saying it was down. Just a bit behind on the communication.
The staff were excellent!! My issues are other things. The room was mostly clean, just some crumbs under the chairs and whatnot that got missed. The bed didn’t have a top sheet, it was just the bottom sheet and a duvet which is weird. The essentials bar didn’t have any feminine products either and when I asked at the front desk they couldn’t provide one either. The second elevator was also down the entire time I was there, and I got an email the day after I checked out saying it was down. Just a bit behind on the communication.
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Richard
Aug 14, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Not super clean for an expensive hotel, very good location, not very clear instructions on there app which is the only way to do anything at the hotel
Not super clean for an expensive hotel, very good location, not very clear instructions on there app which is the only way to do anything at the hotel
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Julie
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice stay, the building is calm and clean. Staff is friendly and nice. I would definitely consider this place on my next visit to Ottawa. Our bedroom’s windows were close to the neighbouring buildings but that’s what it is when downtown. You just shut the blinds and that’s it! Great choice considering the cost.
Nice stay, the building is calm and clean. Staff is friendly and nice. I would definitely consider this place on my next visit to Ottawa. Our bedroom’s windows were close to the neighbouring buildings but that’s what it is when downtown. You just shut the blinds and that’s it! Great choice considering the cost.
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Rooms
Apartment-style spaces with kitchenettes are practical and often comfortable, with some units spacious. Downsides include small bathrooms, limited privacy or views, awkward layouts (e.g., TV placement), and occasional slow Wi‑Fi.
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Ning
Oct 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
My stay here was disappointing. The room assigned was in poor condition, and noise from the outdoor ventilation system continued throughout the night. I was unable to reach anyone from the property to resolve the issue, and the air conditioning controller was also missing. Overall, the experience did not meet expectations.
My stay here was disappointing. The room assigned was in poor condition, and noise from the outdoor ventilation system continued throughout the night. I was unable to reach anyone from the property to resolve the issue, and the air conditioning controller was also missing. Overall, the experience did not meet expectations.
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Annalisa
Oct 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Property situated in good area, close to main attractions. The use of your mobile phone as a key was very helpful avoiding the need to memorise the pin. Room was spacious with all expected amenities. Our room was located on the second floor and next to a courtyard. It was rather noisy, but thankfully it settled and we were able to get some sleep. The tv was also not opposite the bed, but off to the right, which made viewing uncomfortable.
Property situated in good area, close to main attractions. The use of your mobile phone as a key was very helpful avoiding the need to memorise the pin. Room was spacious with all expected amenities. Our room was located on the second floor and next to a courtyard. It was rather noisy, but thankfully it settled and we were able to get some sleep. The tv was also not opposite the bed, but off to the right, which made viewing uncomfortable.
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Julie
Oct 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great room. Easy set up to check in. Plenty of space in the kitchen.
Great room. Easy set up to check in. Plenty of space in the kitchen.
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Patrick
Aug 24, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, very clean, quiet, close to Parliament Hill, museums, Rideau Canal, restaurants, shopping, public transit, etc. My only complaint would be about the WIFI that was very, very slow
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, very clean, quiet, close to Parliament Hill, museums, Rideau Canal, restaurants, shopping, public transit, etc. My only complaint would be about the WIFI that was very, very slow
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Andrew
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Shampoo and conditioner was good quality. Beds were ok. Bathroom was tight. Blinds didn't block much light at all.
Shampoo and conditioner was good quality. Beds were ok. Bathroom was tight. Blinds didn't block much light at all.
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Amanda
Oct 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room I stayed in was perfect for a short stay. The location was relatively central to everything we wanted to visit. I would stay here again in the future.
The room I stayed in was perfect for a short stay. The location was relatively central to everything we wanted to visit. I would stay here again in the future.
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Leanne Jean
Sep 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice and clean and the room was nice to have the kitchenette. However, the street noise all might long was a bit much. Need to get new windows and balcony doors to stop the busy street noise.
Nice and clean and the room was nice to have the kitchenette. However, the street noise all might long was a bit much. Need to get new windows and balcony doors to stop the busy street noise.
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Kyra
Sep 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Liked that every room has a kitchenette. Was a nice surprised, but didnt plan for that option. Rooms were clean and modern. Disappointed the beds are NOT a queen. They are all double beds!! This was misleading and uncomfortable. Also be aware most rooms look into someone elses room. You have blackout blinds, but not privacy blinds. So theyre either closed and dark during the day, or looking over at someone else changing!
Liked that every room has a kitchenette. Was a nice surprised, but didnt plan for that option. Rooms were clean and modern. Disappointed the beds are NOT a queen. They are all double beds!! This was misleading and uncomfortable. Also be aware most rooms look into someone elses room. You have blackout blinds, but not privacy blinds. So theyre either closed and dark during the day, or looking over at someone else changing!
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Grzegorz
Sep 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice and clean hotel however you can hear the street through the windows. They need to upgrade to sound proof glass.
Very nice and clean hotel however you can hear the street through the windows. They need to upgrade to sound proof glass.
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Karyn
Oct 7, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Easy walk to major sights.Busy location.Room was not well sound-proofed so we had difficulty sleeping with street noise and light infiltration around the blinds.
Easy walk to major sights.Busy location.Room was not well sound-proofed so we had difficulty sleeping with street noise and light infiltration around the blinds.
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Service
Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful. However, the app-based, self-service check-in and verification process can be confusing or unresponsive for some guests.
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Richard
Feb 25, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were great.
Staff were great.
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Paula-Jean Suzanne
Oct 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I had the pleasure of interacting with your staff “AJ”. He was so helpful with the checking in process and following up to ask how my day went. A simple gestures, but so welcoming and warm in a city that can be very cold.
I had the pleasure of interacting with your staff “AJ”. He was so helpful with the checking in process and following up to ask how my day went. A simple gestures, but so welcoming and warm in a city that can be very cold.
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Line Poder
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was excellent and very customer service minded. Best experience!
Staff was excellent and very customer service minded. Best experience!
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Elise
Aug 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Horrible check in process
Horrible check in process
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Matthew
Oct 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
the unit was overall clean, but the check in process with codes and apps and there is a front desk, is really stupid. just check people in, you have staff. the staff were embarrassed that we are bombarded with links and codes when they just end up helping anyway. the room was clean but the shower was low quality and low pressure. not what you'd expect with the marriot name attached
the unit was overall clean, but the check in process with codes and apps and there is a front desk, is really stupid. just check people in, you have staff. the staff were embarrassed that we are bombarded with links and codes when they just end up helping anyway. the room was clean but the shower was low quality and low pressure. not what you'd expect with the marriot name attached
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Parkash
Sep 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean and comfortable. Check in experience was poor due to lack of communication/response from property.
Clean and comfortable. Check in experience was poor due to lack of communication/response from property.
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Alexandru
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The App used for the check-in is over complicated and needs work
The App used for the check-in is over complicated and needs work
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Andrea
Sep 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Front staff was so accommodating and friendly . Easy and seamless and very efficient No big check in process Highly recommend., great location and two blocks from great food options
Front staff was so accommodating and friendly . Easy and seamless and very efficient No big check in process Highly recommend., great location and two blocks from great food options
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Xuan
Jun 2, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Stay was great. Convenient downtown location. Hotel was well kept and staff were courteous. Would stay there again.
Stay was great. Convenient downtown location. Hotel was well kept and staff were courteous. Would stay there again.
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Mena
Apr 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Having issue checking in and contacting
Having issue checking in and contacting
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Location
Consistently praised for a central, walkable setting near Parliament Hill, the Rideau Canal, ByWard Market, transit, and restaurants. Some street noise comes with the downtown location.
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Joane
Sep 10, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location
Excellent location
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Lena
Apr 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, great apartment and facilities, friendly and helpful staff, good price
Great location, great apartment and facilities, friendly and helpful staff, good price
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Armen
Sep 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room but cluttered with furniture. Great location for downtown ottawa
Clean room but cluttered with furniture. Great location for downtown ottawa
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Matthew- Ray
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Amazing spot, walking distance to everything. Beautiful little apartment and it was super clean. Highly recommended
Amazing spot, walking distance to everything. Beautiful little apartment and it was super clean. Highly recommended
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Amanda
Oct 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room I stayed in was perfect for a short stay. The location was relatively central to everything we wanted to visit. I would stay here again in the future.
The room I stayed in was perfect for a short stay. The location was relatively central to everything we wanted to visit. I would stay here again in the future.
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jane
Apr 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location 10 minute walk to parliament hill and shopping center local restaurant, bars in walking distance good transport links
Great location 10 minute walk to parliament hill and shopping center local restaurant, bars in walking distance good transport links
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Lavlet
Jul 31, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location and I was presently surprised how it was centrally located and in walking distance to many central spots.
Great location and I was presently surprised how it was centrally located and in walking distance to many central spots.
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Eric
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean and accessible property in a central location downtown. Highly recommend.
Clean and accessible property in a central location downtown. Highly recommend.
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Jonathan
Jul 26, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Have stayed at Sonder properties in the past and love the easy in and out. This is located within 10 minutes walk to restaurants, shopping, and all the parliament buildings. The room was larger than expected, bed super comfy and quit in the evening. We stayed three nights and never took an Uber or bus. Everything we wanted to see was no more than a 30 minute walk. Location is outstanding.
Have stayed at Sonder properties in the past and love the easy in and out. This is located within 10 minutes walk to restaurants, shopping, and all the parliament buildings. The room was larger than expected, bed super comfy and quit in the evening. We stayed three nights and never took an Uber or bus. Everything we wanted to see was no more than a 30 minute walk. Location is outstanding.
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David
Sep 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Location and convenience. Room was nice and clean.
Location and convenience. Room was nice and clean.
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Dining
No on-site dining or breakfast, but in-room kitchens make self-catering easy and there are many eateries nearby (some close early). A few guests noted handy grab-and-go options next door.
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Margaret
Aug 31, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Easy access to all the main attractions- parliament/senate, close to Gatineau, etc. Safe facilities with good amenities- close proximity to restaurants, grocery stores, gym and laundry onsite, stove and full size fridge, dishes, and other small appliances, etc. I just wished there was parking in the actual property. We had to park at the other Sonder property (Rideau). It’s close enough, but it would have been more convenient to have parking on the actual property for convenience of luggage drop off, etc. Otherwise, we had a good experience in this well-equipped apartment.
Easy access to all the main attractions- parliament/senate, close to Gatineau, etc. Safe facilities with good amenities- close proximity to restaurants, grocery stores, gym and laundry onsite, stove and full size fridge, dishes, and other small appliances, etc. I just wished there was parking in the actual property. We had to park at the other Sonder property (Rideau). It’s close enough, but it would have been more convenient to have parking on the actual property for convenience of luggage drop off, etc. Otherwise, we had a good experience in this well-equipped apartment.
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Alan
May 9, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Property was very prompt in responding to questions prior to check-in and all staff were very friendly and helpful. Team member on Monday night provided a couple of excellent restaurant recommendations and shared a list of other restaurants in the area. The storage lockers for luggage that remain accessible after checkout were a great bonus since I had meetings all day amd my train didn't keave until 6 so this saved me lugging my suitcase to meetings. This was my 4th stay at a Sonder and definitely my favourite so far.
Property was very prompt in responding to questions prior to check-in and all staff were very friendly and helpful. Team member on Monday night provided a couple of excellent restaurant recommendations and shared a list of other restaurants in the area. The storage lockers for luggage that remain accessible after checkout were a great bonus since I had meetings all day amd my train didn't keave until 6 so this saved me lugging my suitcase to meetings. This was my 4th stay at a Sonder and definitely my favourite so far.
10
Christine
Oct 18, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff on the reception desk were very friendly. The room had a small kitchen area which we found useful just to have a light breakfast there before going out for the day. There was a quiet room near the lobby we could use if wanted and we sat there while waiting for our Uber to take us to the airport. We would stay there again if ever we were back in Ottawa.
The staff on the reception desk were very friendly. The room had a small kitchen area which we found useful just to have a light breakfast there before going out for the day. There was a quiet room near the lobby we could use if wanted and we sat there while waiting for our Uber to take us to the airport. We would stay there again if ever we were back in Ottawa.
10
Leah
Dec 9, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Loved the location, great walking distance to the convention centre. Awesome buffet breakfast and lunch spot next door; great for the morning/midday.
Loved the location, great walking distance to the convention centre. Awesome buffet breakfast and lunch spot next door; great for the morning/midday.
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Andrea
Sep 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Front staff was so accommodating and friendly . Easy and seamless and very efficient No big check in process Highly recommend., great location and two blocks from great food options
Front staff was so accommodating and friendly . Easy and seamless and very efficient No big check in process Highly recommend., great location and two blocks from great food options
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Pamela
Aug 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Comfortable bed and pillows. I even had a small kitchen with full size stove and fridge. A few doors down there is an Olly Fresco store selling all sorts of cooked food options so if you don’t want to cook pop in here as it looked very good
Comfortable bed and pillows. I even had a small kitchen with full size stove and fridge. A few doors down there is an Olly Fresco store selling all sorts of cooked food options so if you don’t want to cook pop in here as it looked very good
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Joni
Sep 23, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Had everything I needed. The bathroom and shower are a little dated. Felt safe, lots of options to eat nearby. Market is walking distance.
Had everything I needed. The bathroom and shower are a little dated. Felt safe, lots of options to eat nearby. Market is walking distance.
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Eric
Mar 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
No dining / breakfast option in the building. No dining option around after 9:00 pm.
No dining / breakfast option in the building. No dining option around after 9:00 pm.
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Lynda
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location, full size fridge, stove, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, pots and pans, dishes- mini dishwasher.
Great location, full size fridge, stove, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, pots and pans, dishes- mini dishwasher.
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Heather
Feb 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really close to everything! Walk to Byward, parliament and restaurants. Hotel has a coffee maker, kettle, pots and pans so you can save some money on a few meals and eat in at the hotel.
Really close to everything! Walk to Byward, parliament and restaurants. Hotel has a coffee maker, kettle, pots and pans so you can save some money on a few meals and eat in at the hotel.
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Grant
Aug 22, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was fantastic. The biggest complaint was the one single light in the bathroom. Which is not that big of a deal. Other than that I would highly recommend staying there.
Everything was fantastic. The biggest complaint was the one single light in the bathroom. Which is not that big of a deal. Other than that I would highly recommend staying there.
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katherine l
Aug 22, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Good value for money. Easy check in.
Good value for money. Easy check in.
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Nikki
Aug 22, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms are nice and staff is great. Location is perfect and within a 15 min walk to ByWard market. Water pressure could be better in the shower and bathrooms are quite small.
Rooms are nice and staff is great. Location is perfect and within a 15 min walk to ByWard market. Water pressure could be better in the shower and bathrooms are quite small.
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Tom
Aug 19, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Standard continental breakfast. Room was clean. This building is downtown so view was of neighboring office window. It should be noted that parking is NOT included in the price. They do recommend several options that are about 2 blocks away at a cost of $20-28/day. Overall the service and hotel were fine, but I felt blindsided by the additional parking costs and would've likely gone with another place had I known.
Standard continental breakfast. Room was clean. This building is downtown so view was of neighboring office window. It should be noted that parking is NOT included in the price. They do recommend several options that are about 2 blocks away at a cost of $20-28/day. Overall the service and hotel were fine, but I felt blindsided by the additional parking costs and would've likely gone with another place had I known.
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Phil
Aug 11, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
We have always stayed at the Arlo because we enjoy having a fully equipped apartment so we can socialize comfortably with guest in the room.
We have always stayed at the Arlo because we enjoy having a fully equipped apartment so we can socialize comfortably with guest in the room.
FAQs about The Ora Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Does the hotel allow pets?
Pets are allowed with a pet fee of CAD 45.2 per accommodation, per day, and a maximum pet deposit of CAD 170. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 16:00 to 23:59, and check-out is at 11:00. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Downtown Ottawa, just a 3-minute walk from Rideau Canal and 5 minutes from Parliament Hill. It is 0.4 mi from Rogers Centre Ottawa and 0.5 mi from the University of Ottawa.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.
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- 2026-10-14: 261.6473274400482USD
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- 2026-10-16: 186.6762734350891USD
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- 2026-11-01: 170.405066227005USD
- 2026-11-02: 229.9451919507904USD
- 2026-11-03: 252.2649296684265USD
- 2026-11-04: 246.8759641746368USD
- 2026-11-05: 222.5025851759033USD
- 2026-11-06: 246.65414344235228USD
- 2026-11-07: 245.35648608786008USD
- 2026-11-08: 172.18183485586547USD
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- 2026-11-11: 194.17322099926756USD
- 2026-11-12: 163.32090399456786USD
- 2026-11-13: 163.355853464859USD
- 2026-11-14: 164.65418726071167USD
- 2026-11-15: 169.97861331085204USD
- 2026-11-16: 232.32355977421568USD
- 2026-11-17: 269.92206115621946USD
- 2026-11-18: 269.92206115621946USD
- 2026-11-19: 172.18183485586547USD
- 2026-11-20: 164.65418726071167USD
- 2026-11-21: 164.65418726071167USD
- 2026-11-22: 172.18183485586547USD
- 2026-11-23: 237.57068071810912USD
- 2026-11-24: 262.40766487387083USD
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, 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
- Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
- Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- For details on Best Western's privacy policy, visit https://www.bestwestern.com/privacy.
- Pet deposit: CAD 170
- Pet fee: CAD 45.2 per accommodation, per day (maximum CAD 316.4 per stay)
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Non-Smoking Rooms
Luggage Storage
Allergy-Free Room Available
Designated Smoking Area
Vending Machines
Self Laundry
Services
Luggage Storage
Designated Smoking Area
Self Laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
Concierge Services
Lockers Available
General
Non-Smoking Rooms
Allergy-Free Room Available
Vending Machines
Snack Bar/Deli
Activities
Fitness Center (nearby)
Internet
Free Wi-Fi