Somerset Street West, K1R 6C7 Ottawa, Canada
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Modern 1BR Condo – Chinatown Near Little Italy Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Modern 1BR Condo – Chinatown Near Little Italy, you immediately get that “this could actually be my place” feeling. It’s one of those three-star properties that doesn’t try to be fancy but nails the essentials — clean lines, thoughtful touches, and honestly, way more space than you’d expect for Ottawa. The whole setup feels like staying at a friend’s well-appointed apartment rather than a typical hotel, which I mean, is exactly what it is.

The Space

The room itself is genuinely modern without being sterile. You’ve got a proper bedroom that actually closes off from the living area — something couples really appreciate, especially since this place scores high marks for romantic getaways. The kitchen is compact but functional, with everything you need if you want to grab groceries from the nearby markets and cook something simple. What I really liked was how the windows let in great natural light, and you can actually see hints of the neighborhood’s character from up there. The layout maximizes comfort while maintaining an open, airy feel throughout the space.

Location Perks

Here’s where this place really shines — you’re literally between two of Ottawa’s most interesting food scenes. Chinatown is right at your doorstep, so you can grab dim sum or late-night pho without thinking twice. Little Italy is just a short walk away, and honestly, some of the best Italian spots in the city are over there. Somerset Street West has this great mix of authentic Asian groceries, family-run restaurants, and those little shops that locals actually use. It’s not touristy, which I actually prefer. The neighborhood offers genuine character and authentic local experiences.

Practical Stuff

The parking situation is surprisingly stress-free — they’ve got private spots on site, which anyone who’s driven around downtown Ottawa will tell you is worth its weight in gold. No circling blocks looking for street parking or feeding meters every two hours. The building itself is quiet, and the whole check-in process was straightforward. You know what’s nice? They don’t overcomplicate things with a bunch of unnecessary amenities you’ll never use. The practical approach to hospitality here means you get exactly what you need.

Why Guests Love It

This isn’t the kind of place that’ll wow you with a fancy lobby or room service, but it delivers on what actually matters for a city stay. Couples seem to really get it — there’s something appealing about having your own little space in the middle of everything, with enough room to spread out and actually relax. The neighborhood feels safe and lived-in, not like some sanitized hotel district. Plus, you’re close enough to downtown that you can easily walk or take a quick ride to Parliament Hill, the Rideau Canal, or ByWard Market when you want to do the tourist thing. It’s the perfect balance of local authenticity and convenient access to major attractions.

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Modern 1BR Condo – Chinatown Near Little Italy Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Apartmentlarge double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults
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Reviews of Modern 1BR Condo – Chinatown Near Little Italy

  • Daisy from Canada (8/10)

    Close proximity to shops, diverse Asian restaurants and downtown area
    Not really modern like I expected but it's clean and decent.

  • Sandra from Canada (7/10)

    Location
    1 BR apartment with signed

  • Fatih from Turkey (7/10)

    Everything was fine except the central air conditioning which was constantly running.

  • Griffin from Canada (1/10)

    I like the location I guess it was pretty clean it was fairly easy to get into but the stairs were not great

  • Christine from Canada (8/10)

    Amazing

  • Joseph from Canada (9/10)

    The district is very nice great place really very clean, amazing staff. Hot water working well.

  • Chevrier from Canada (4/10)

    Decent sized space, well decorated. Good shower

  • Patricia from Canada (8/10)

    I booked this apartment for a friend. I viewed the apartment as well and found it to be clean and spacious and comfortable and equipped with everything one would need, including microwave, small frig, large flat screen TV and king size bed. My friend enjoyed the apartment and his stay there. Convenient to Chinatown and Little Italy and a very central location.

  • Adrien from Canada (7/10)

    Chek-in automatique sans contact, Hôte facilement joignable et à l'écoute

  • Abdramane from Canada (8/10)

    L'appartement était bien situé et tout était paisible.
    L'équipement était aussi en bon état.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Brewer Park: 1.5 km
  • Mc Cann Park: 1.5 km
  • Jack Purcell: 1.8 km
  • Arlington Park: 1.2 km
  • Currency Museum: 1.5 km
  • Museum of Nature: 1.9 km
  • Commissioners Park: 1.7 km
  • Queen Juliana Park: 1.9 km
  • National Gallery of Canada: 3.2 km
  • Hiawatha Park & Conservation Area: 17 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Maht: 50 m
  • Restaurant Dumpling Bowl: 50 m
  • Restaurant So Good Restaurant: 10 m

Top attractions:

  • Peace Tower: 2.4 km
  • Rideau Hall: 5 km
  • Rideau Locks: 2.4 km
  • Bytown Museum: 2.5 km
  • Laurier House: 3.3 km
  • Canadian War Museum: 1.3 km
  • Confederation Square: 2.2 km
  • Canadian Museum of History: 2.8 km
  • Canada Aviation and Space Museum: 8 km
  • National Museum of Science and Technology: 8 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Brewer Pond: 3.6 km

Ski lifts:

  • Skyline: 17 km
  • Pineault I: 21 km
  • Pineault II: 21 km

Public transport:

  • Train Bayview: 1.3 km
  • Train Carling: 2 km
  • Metro Lyon Station: 1.2 km
  • Metro Parliament/Parlement: 1.8 km

Closest airports:

  • Ogdensburg Airport: 97 km
  • Smiths Falls-Montague Airport: 71 km
  • Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport: 9 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen

Kitchen:

  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating

Outdoor & View:

  • City view

Room Amenities:

  • Clothes rack
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities

Languages spoken:

  • English

Media & Technology:

  • TV

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchenette
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House Rules at Modern 1BR Condo – Chinatown Near Little Italy

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 10:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

7.8

Comfort:

7.7

Location:

8.6

Facilities:

7.5

Cleanliness:

8.0

Value for money:

7.6