

SOHO Residences Lisgar Overview
First Impressions
Walking into SOHO Residences Lisgar, you immediately get that “this is different” feeling — it’s not your typical hotel setup. This four-star property sits right on Lisgar Street, and honestly, the location couldn’t be better if you tried. The building has this modern residential vibe that makes you feel like you’re staying in a really nice apartment rather than just another hotel room. You know what I mean? It’s that kind of place where you can actually picture yourself living, not just passing through.
Location & Neighborhood
Here’s the thing about being in the heart of Ottawa — you’re literally walking distance from everything that matters. I mean, Parliament Hill is right there, the Rideau Centre is a short stroll away, and you’ve got the ByWard Market practically on your doorstep. What couples really seem to love (and I get why they rated it 9.2) is that you can walk to dinner, catch a show, or just wander along the Rideau Canal without needing to figure out transit or worry about parking. Actually, speaking of parking — they have private parking on site, which is honestly a huge relief in downtown Ottawa.
The Living Space
The residences here are spacious in a way that surprises you. Each unit comes with a proper kitchen, which is perfect when you want to grab groceries from the nearby Loblaws and make breakfast instead of eating out every meal. The beds — and I can’t stress this enough — are incredibly comfortable. Like, the kind where you actually sleep through the night and wake up refreshed rather than feeling like you wrestled with hotel pillows for eight hours. The whole setup feels more like a temporary home than a hotel stay, if that makes sense.
Practical Perks
What I really appreciate about SOHO Residences is how they’ve thought about the little things. The kitchenette setup means you can store leftovers from that amazing restaurant you discovered in the ByWard Market. There’s proper counter space, decent lighting, and — this might sound small but it matters — enough outlets where you actually need them. The building itself is quiet, which is pretty impressive considering you’re right downtown. You get the energy of the city when you want it, but you can actually relax when you’re back in your space.
Why Guests Love It
Look, with a 9.2 rating, this place is clearly doing something right. I think it comes down to that perfect balance — you get the independence and comfort of having your own place, but with the convenience of hotel-style service when you need it. The location score of 9.3 isn’t just a number; it reflects how easy it makes exploring Ottawa. Whether you’re here for business meetings on Sparks Street or you want to spend Saturday morning at the farmers market, everything feels accessible. It’s the kind of place where you end up extending your stay because leaving feels unnecessarily complicated.
Hotels in Ottawa line Elgin Street, Confederation Boulevard, and the gleaming shoreline of the Ottawa River.
SOHO Residences Lisgar Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details |
|---|---|
| One-Bedroom Apartment | 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Superior Apartment | 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Deluxe Apartment | 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |


Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Peace Tower: 1.3 km
- Jack Purcell: 850 m
- Rideau Locks: 1.2 km
- Bytown Museum: 1.4 km
- Arlington Park: 1.3 km
- Currency Museum: 750 m
- Museum of Nature: 950 m
- Major’s Hill Park: 1.5 km
- Confederation Square: 1 km
- National War Memorial: 1.1 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Magic Molecule: 150 m
- Restaurant J:Unique Kitchen: 200 m
- Restaurant Afghani Kabob Express: 100 m
Top attractions:
- Rideau Hall: 3.9 km
- Laurier House: 2 km
- Lansdowne Park: 2.5 km
- Canadian War Museum: 2.1 km
- Billings Estate Museum: 4.3 km
- Canadian Museum of History: 2.8 km
- National Gallery of Canada: 2 km
- Canada Aviation and Space Museum: 7 km
- Hiawatha Park & Conservation Area: 16 km
- National Museum of Science and Technology: 7 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake Brewer Pond: 4.2 km
Ski lifts:
- Skyline: 18 km
- Pineault I: 21 km
- Pineault II: 21 km
Public transport:
- Train Bayview: 2.4 km
- Train Carling Stn: 3.2 km
- Metro Lyon Station: 950 m
- Metro Parliament/Parlement: 600 m
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
Kitchen:
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Tumble dryer
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor fireplace
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
Food & Drink:
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Miscellaneous:
- Adult only
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Lift
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- City view
- View
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Tile/marble floor
- Iron
Languages spoken:
- English
- French
Cleaning services:
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Key access
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
Great for your stay:
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Pets allowed
- Free WiFi
- View
- Kitchen
- Adult only
- Flat-screen TV
- Non-smoking rooms
- Washing machine
Building characteristics:
- Private apartment in building
Parking Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs CAD 16 per day.:
- Parking garage
- Accessible parking


House Rules at SOHO Residences Lisgar
Pets:
- Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 15:00 to 22:30
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- Until 12:00
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 19
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.
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