25 Cartier Street, K2P 1J2 Ottawa, Canada
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Ottawa Embassy Hotel & Suites Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to the Ottawa Embassy Hotel & Suites on Cartier Street, you immediately get that “I’m in the right neighborhood” feeling. This three-star property sits right in the heart of what locals consider the best part of Ottawa — and honestly, after spending time here, I can see why couples rate the location so highly. The building itself has that classic Canadian charm without trying too hard, and there’s something reassuring about seeing private parking right at the hotel (trust me, you’ll appreciate this if you’re driving in downtown Ottawa).

The Golden Triangle Location

Here’s what I love about staying at Ottawa Embassy Hotel & Suites — you’re literally in the Golden Triangle, which means you can walk to Parliament Hill, the Rideau Centre, and some of the city’s best restaurants without breaking a sweat. The ByWard Market is just a few blocks away, and if you’re into that whole government district vibe, you’re perfectly positioned. I mean, there’s a reason this spot gets a 9.1 location score — you’re close enough to everything that matters but far enough from the tourist chaos to actually get some peace.

Sleep Quality That Actually Delivers

You know what’s rare these days? A hotel that actually lives up to its reputation for comfortable beds. The Ottawa Embassy Hotel & Suites gets consistently high marks for sleep quality, and after a couple nights here, I totally get it. The rooms aren’t massive — this is downtown Ottawa, after all — but they’re thoughtfully laid out with enough space to spread out your stuff. The suites option is particularly smart if you’re staying more than a night or two, giving you that little bit of extra room to breathe.

Practical Perks

Let’s talk about the stuff that actually matters when you’re traveling. That private parking I mentioned? It’s not just convenient — it’s a genuine relief in a city where street parking can be a nightmare. The hotel feels well-maintained without being stuffy, and the staff seems to know their neighborhood well enough to point you toward the good coffee shops (there are several within walking distance). It’s the kind of place where things just work without a lot of fuss.

Why Guests Love It

The Ottawa Embassy Hotel & Suites hits that sweet spot between location and value that’s honestly pretty hard to find in downtown Ottawa. Couples especially seem to appreciate how easy it is to explore the city on foot — you can stroll to dinner, walk off your meal along the Rideau Canal, and be back in your comfortable bed without dealing with taxis or transit. It’s not trying to be the fanciest place in town, but it delivers on the basics that actually matter: a great location, genuinely comfortable beds, and that sense of being right where you want to be in Canada’s capital.

Ottawa Embassy Hotel & Suites Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Executive King Suite with One King Bedextra-large double bed, 1 extra-large double bed and 2 × 2 sofa beds for 6 adults, 5 children
Bachelor Suite with Two Queen Beds2 × 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
Bachelor Suite with One King Bed2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children
Junior Suite with One Queen Bedlarge double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 2 children
Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
One-Bedroom Suite with Two Queen Bedslarge double beds, 2 large double beds, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults, 5 children
One-Bedroom Suite with King Bedextra-large double bed, 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children
Deluxe King Room1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
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Reviews of Ottawa Embassy Hotel & Suites

  • Caterina from Canada (8/10)

    Great location , excellent customer service at check in ! Lola was simply amazing , sweet , very informative! Same with the young gentleman who was with her at front desk , they both gave us plenty of recommendations, they were very professional and helpful with all our questions ! Excellent customer service!

  • James from Canada (9/10)

    Good location

  • Teresa from Canada (8/10)

    Very clean. Spacious. Microwave and mini fridge new and clean.

  • Brad from Canada (8/10)

    Location was great/ parking was so easy/ staff were super friendly

  • Tessa from Canada (7/10)

    Location is perfect, staff very helpful and friendly

  • Amélia from Canada (7/10)

    Really close to parliament, walking distance from Downtown in Summer, less so in winter

  • Lin from Canada (9/10)

  • Christopher from Canada (9/10)

    Lovely large suite.

  • Alicia from Canada (8/10)

    Hotel was clean with great location. The staff in the restaurant, and at the front desk were very friendly

  • Burkard from Canada (9/10)

    Samantha at the front desk was super helpful!

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Peace Tower: 1.2 km
  • Jack Purcell: 550 m
  • Rideau Locks: 850 m
  • Bytown Museum: 1.1 km
  • Laurier House: 1.5 km
  • Currency Museum: 1.4 km
  • Museum of Nature: 1.1 km
  • Major’s Hill Park: 1.2 km
  • Confederation Square: 850 m
  • National War Memorial: 800 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Cooper’s: 100 m
  • Cafe/bar H M C S Bytown Wardroom: 50 m
  • Restaurant Dantessa Italian Restaurant: 100 m

Top attractions:

  • Rideau Hall: 3.6 km
  • Lansdowne Park: 2.6 km
  • Canadian War Museum: 2.8 km
  • Billings Estate Museum: 4.4 km
  • Canadian Museum of History: 2.5 km
  • National Gallery of Canada: 1.7 km
  • Arboretum Experimental Farm: 5 km
  • Canada Aviation and Space Museum: 6 km
  • Hiawatha Park & Conservation Area: 16 km
  • National Museum of Science and Technology: 6 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Brewer Pond: 4.7 km

Ski lifts:

  • Skyline: 18 km
  • Pineault I: 22 km
  • Pineault II: 22 km

Public transport:

  • Train Bayview: 3.1 km
  • Metro Lyon Station: 1.6 km
  • Metro Parliament/Parlement: 1.1 km
  • Train Ottawa Train Station: 3.7 km

Closest airports:

  • Ogdensburg Airport: 99 km
  • Smiths Falls-Montague Airport: 73 km
  • Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport: 10 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

General:

  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service

Kitchen:

  • Coffee machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Parking:

  • Parking garage

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Wellness:

  • Fitness
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna

Living Area:

  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Wine/champagne
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
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House Rules at Ottawa Embassy Hotel & Suites

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00 to 00:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • Available 24 hours

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:

8.7

Comfort:

8.3

Location:

8.9

Free WiFi:

8.4

Facilities:

7.8

Cleanliness:

8.3

Value for money:

7.7