Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown

This well located hotel close to Sparks and Parliament Hill has nice rooms and a great lobby. The staff was great, everyone super welcoming and helpful. The cafe offers plenty of healthy and delicious food and snack options (and good espresso), and it's open 24 hours which is great for busy trips when you're on the go. Not much in the way of weights in the fitness room if you're a gym buff, but for the price I'm not mad at it. Overall the Alt Hotel was a great value and I'm happy to recommend it.

I stay here for work yearly and it never changes. The staff and the rooms are always immaculate and cared for. It’s close to parliament if you’re into that kind of thing. It’s just a quiet trendy gem tucked into a side street. I would recommend staying here.

I attended the hotel for a business trip and stayed for 3 nights. It's got a really interesting vibe with funky room layouts. Location is great, worked well for the meetings we had, and the conference food (and especially coffee) was really well done. Walkable to a lot of good restaurants and generally a good location.

We just got back from a family getaway in Ottawa. We stayed at the Alt Ottawa. The location couldn’t have been better. Centrally located and a short walk to great restaurants and shops, and attractions including Parliament Hill. We’d happily stay there again. Our room had two queen beds which were super comfortable and a generously sized bathroom. A great hotel.

Travelled in May 2025 for work.||Hotel is in a great location. If you are travelling to Ottawa for pleasure it is close to many tourist attractions, such as the parliament buildings and mint museum. Restaurants are also close by and the transit is accessible with a short walk.||The hotel features a modern esthetic, but it is subtle in so much that it isn't full of itself.||There is a lobby bar with seating that appeared to be enjoyed by many. I did not use it myself, but they appeared to have coffee and espresso available as well.||The room was well appointed. A keycard is required to activate the lights and air conditioning. The bed was extremely comfortable and I slept well. The hotel is concrete and this leads it to be very quiet, which is nice.||There is a TV in the room with around 70 cable channels. An HDMI port is available on the wall to hook up your own device, and there are instructions on how to cast your device wirelessly if you so choose.||There was an iron and ironing board in the room. And a Nespresso machine with the Nespresso pods available. There is no kettle for hot water, but they are available upon request according to the information in the room.||I had to catch up on some work while in the room, and the internet was fast and reliable.||The only downside I found was there was no in room safe.||Other than I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and will be back in the future!

We loved this beautiful budget design hotel. The location is excellent, very central. The room was stylish and well done, mixing more affordable materials with a few beautiful design pieces and authentic local artwork that elevate the room and give an overall feeling of design and style. The bathroom was very nice and impeccable, with a great shower, although the partial glass wall may be an issue for some shy people. The Nespresso machine in the room was a nice touch. The lobby was inviting, stylish and cool, with plenty of sitting space. Service was professional and friendly. Germain did a great job at importing in Canada this more European concept of budget design hotel.

The location is perfect! Ottawa is a beautiful and walkable city and this hotel is right in the center of it all. The place is immaculate, quiet, and the beds are incredibly comfortable. We had great sleeps after touring the capital every day. We will definitely rebook here!

I always have an amazing stay at Alt Hotel, and honestly, the whole Le Germain Hotels group just does it right every single time. The management team is incredible — they really know how to make you feel at home and taken care of, no matter which city I stay in. What I love most is they actually know me by name at this point, and they always add these little personal touches that make such a difference. Last time, they even brought me a tisane at night without me asking — it’s those small details that you remember and appreciate. The rooms are always spotless and modern, the vibe is calm but welcoming, and the staff are genuinely friendly and attentive. You never feel like just another guest — they go out of their way to make sure you’re comfortable and have everything you need. If you want a stay where you feel like people actually care, I can’t recommend Alt Hotel and the whole Le Germain team enough. They really set the bar for how hotels should be run.

I love alt hotel in Toronto by the airport. I always hang out in their lounge when early picking up realitives. Based on the comfort and peace found hanging out in their lounges in Toronto I chose staying for 1 night in Ottawa travelling there for work. The experience was just as I expected the lobby vibes, the staff and the rooms. The bed was so much more comfortable than when I stay at the Westin Hotel. The pillows are divine!!

The Alt Hotel Ottawa is a perfectly fine hotel. It has a lot of character in its lobby and then little to none in their hotel rooms. I found myself gravitating toward the lobby when I was there because it was interesting and captivating but the room was spartan and small. My window looked out onto some ducting and allowed very limited natural light in the space. The rest of the room was functional and practical but not stunning or noteworthy. Like others noted the hotel has no parking and the nearest is a parking garage that I could only access by entering on an adjacent street. It was not entirely convenient. Practical and efficient if you want some place to stay and the little bar is a nice touch.

Reasonably priced hotel compared to other surrounding hotels, but if you have a car there is no free parking on the perimeter (You will have to park on the street or go to the paid parking lot across the street). The location is prime as it is in Central downtown and walking distance to many notable places (ie. Parliament Hill, Byward Market, Rideau Center, Chinatown, and Little Italy.) Also to note there is no parking/valet and no swimming pool! On a positive note, they have Nespresso machines in the room, nice bar area in the lobby, and free cancellation until 4pm on the day you're scheduled to arrive if you book directly with the hotel.

This was much welcomed. After a mediocre stay in Montreal, and craving going home more than anything... ALT was appreciated. Easy check in. Room is modern, feels very clean and taken care of. There is parking across the street (indigo). The bathroom has a great shower and cool toilet. Hallways and elevators maintained and well lit. I really like this hotel and the chain is worth looking into for other cities/visits.

In Ottawa for work and stayed at the Alt. The location is right downtown and very central to everything. There is a great lounge / bar area with a several food options though somewhat limited in terms of food. The rooms are very efficiently laid out, very new and modern. The only thing the room could have used was a small fridge. The wifi throughout the property was great as were all the interactions with the staff. It was a very positive hotel experience and happy to recommend the Alt Hotel Ottawa.

This place is amazing! Located in the heart of downtown, their open concept foyer and friendly staff make it a great place to study or just grab a drink with friends. The hotel is premised on the fact that you can enjoy their common areas without needing to stay in one of the rooms. The food is great and reasonably priced, the stuff is so kind and the atmosphere is really one of its kind. Enjoy!

Booked via Expedia last second, got a room for $170 total after taxes. Although stated as a 3-star hotel, this is easily a 4-5 star hotel. The room was phenomenal. It was spacious, spotlessly clean, beautiful modern interior and gorgeous bathroom. The location is in the heart of downtown and close to trendy restaurants, pubs and public transport. I highly recommend this place! One of the best hotels i've been in. Would i return? Yes

Stayed here for one night while in Ottawa. The hotel is very modern (think W Hotel) and new. It is very centrally located and you can walk to the Parliament building within 5 minutes. From there, it's a short set of stairs down to the locks or a short walk around to Byward Market and the mall. The hotel is right in the best part of downtown. Plenty of food options just down the street. Try Sansotei Ramen, which just opened up one block away from the hotel. The beds are very comfortable. So comfortable that I did not want to get out of bed to see the Parliament building. They're not kidding on their website when they say you come here to "sleep on a cloud". The only issue I had with their room (and this is going to sound silly) is their toilet paper holder. I don't know what is wrong with the design, but no matter what you do, the bar that holds the toilet paper in place comes off and the roll of toilet paper ends up on the floor. If you're unlucky, it'll roll away from you while unraveling. It's pretty funny listening to your travel companions in the restroom and hear the metal toilet paper rod hit the ground. Also, they do not have a parking lot. The nearest parking is across the street in a public lot ($18 per day). The hotel is on a one-way street and the parking lot can be difficult to get to during rush hour as there are signs saying you cannot turn right to head towards the lot. Every single street around the hotel is a one-way street, so it is quite stressful trying to find the hotel and then trying to find parking.

This new and modern hotel right in the heart of downtown Ottawa is perfect for travellers who want to be close to a variety of restaurants, the Rideau Center, the Parliament buildings, public transportation (across the street). It is hard to believe for the affordable price of the rooms, the modern chic interior of the hotel which has large spacious showers and comfortable bed. The hotel also has a pool table right beside the bar in the lobby which makes for a fun place to meet friends before heading out into the city.

Pretty good priced hotel in central Ottawa. Modern hotel with friendly staff and okay if you need a place to stay. But don't stay here if you don't like leaky showers, don't want to mistaken the "ice bucket" as a trash can (they don't have one in the bedroom... only found out when a lady asked the bartender where the ice bucket is), need a safety box (none), or need an ice/water dispenser on your floor. They also don't have hotel parking so you need to park across the street which is not a problem as there are plenty of spots and $22/night isn't too bad. Stayed during covid and was surprised there was dust on counters... good thing they supplied alcohol wipes

This hotel is located in downtown Ottawa. Which is great. Except it does not have it's own parking lot, so you have to park across the street if you have a car. This hotel is part of a small hotel chain - le Germain. Upon arrival, you can tell that it's a relatively new and modern hotel. The rooms are quiet small, comparable to most hotels in downtown Ottawa. The reason for the two stars is for cleaniess. The room we got is not dirty, but you can tell it hasn't been cleaned properly. None of the rooms have fridge or microwave, making it very inconvenient if you are staying more than a day or two. On top of all that, the room we got looks directly into the office building across, which is a very awkward view.

Beyond impressed with this hotel. We needed a place to stay in Ottawa and this one happened to be the cheapest at $209/night on a Saturday. It's dog friendly too! We decided to book it and we were pleasantly surprised that the parking across the street (indigo) was free all weekend! That saved us a bit of money. I think Sunday and weeknights the price goes down to $150/night and we were hard pressed if we should stay another just because location is perfect and the room was amazing! They do charge $30 for having a pet but that's pretty standard for all hotels. They were very sweet to get him a bed, a few treats and also a poop bag! LOL! Amazing. Ray, the lady checking us in was very sweet and personally delivered all the items. She was wonderful! The room is gorgeous. We got a queen bed room - the shower does have a half frosted wall that you can see through the bedroom - so if you're not a couple, that would be quite weird to see someone in. The bed and pillows? Hoooooly it's so comfortable. I knocked out like a light! The decor is very trendy and modern -- with pops of colours. They kept the bed white which really makes it feel more clean and inviting. Would definitely stay here again. Bookmarked for future reference !

The service here is exceptional! I really like this hotel. I never had a car here so can't comment on the parking. The bar area in the lobby is a great place for gathering. The location is great, close to so much. However outside of business hours Mon-Fri 9 to 5 ish so many places are closed. This is not the fault of the hotel it is just typical for Ottawa.

Stay in Alt Hotel for a business trip. The overall service and room setting is great. The best part is: I lost my Kindle in the room when I checked out. They help me find my device, and mail back to my home in Toronto in just one day. Really appreciate that!!

I have to give this a three stars. This is a modern and aesthetically pleasing hotel. The rooms are fine. The challenge with this place is the food situation. It's cafeteria style and they do run out of what limited selection they have. Also, there are no refrigerators in the rooms, so of you want anything to eat in the morning, before you get ready, you have to venture down in your jammies. Also, the staff is very young and act it. Often, they seem more concerned with talking to each other than serving. The bar/food area perpetually feels understaffed.

No mini bar, no room service, and totally ignored in the lobby bar. It's really hard to give them money. Or get a drink after 11 pm

New hotel (opened in 2016), great location, great price! I recently stayed at the Alt Hotel for the first time. I had a standard queen room, paid about $160 a night. It was not a bad price and everything in the hotel was new - the amenities, the mattress, bed sheets. The room was very modern-simplistic, with bare concrete strategically left in certain areas, and an industrial type ceiling. Very cool look. Room was decent sized with a beautiful washroom and great lighting (so important yet underrated - especially for women trying to do their makeup!) there were large bottles of soap, lotion, conditions, shampoo and body wash in the room, so you don't have to worry about lugging yours with you. This hotel does not have a check out, rather you tell them when you want to leave (very cool concept!) I stayed in the room until 12, but they were happy to accommodate me until later if I needed to. Once I checked out, I was able to leave my luggage with them until late evening (bonus!) the hotel has a bar/cafe downstairs that is open 24 hours. Overall, great experience for the price - will stay here again!

Great place to stay while in Ottawa on business! Super friendly staff, clean and centrally located. Really funky and love the open lobby-bar area -cozy and nice way to relax at the end of the day.

A great Boutique-style hotel. I love the modern, sleek and clean decor. The hotel supports artists by displaying their work (big thumbs up for this). If you are a fan of Kimpton hotels in USA (San Francisco in California, Miami, Florida) or Blue Radisson Hotel (in Madrid, Spain), you will totally appreciate this place and feel at home. As I am writing, this is a brand new hotel location. Opened only a few months ago. Well located, downtown Ottawa. Fair price. Beautiful room design. The WiFi was excellent in our room. On the 17th Floor, we had a pretty good view (even though it's mostly office buildings in the area). The bar/lounge offers a really nice space with a pool table and tv screens. Food is good. Menu offers variety (salads including a vegetarian option, cheese board, charcuterie, etc.) Very friendly and professional service at front desk and at the bar. Staff is bilingual (Français/English) which is great and expected in the capital of the Canada. A small thing we could mention about the lights in the room: they are not all independently managed and this means you can't isolate some as desired. If you want the light on above the desk and the track lights out for the other guest sleeping, it's not currently possible. Other than that this is a fantastic place. I will come back if I have a chance.

although I lost my virginity here, for the third time. after the rest of my stay, it was so bad I think I regained it. to star off, when I got to my room, it smelt like feet. once I put my stuff down and sat on my bed, I noticed a wet sorta sticky spot on the ground beside my feet. once I smelt it and tasted it I realized it was a pile of donkey jizz. because of that, when my girl came over to fuck, I had to hide the jizz with my pants. fml. the bed was ok, a little squeaky but it was hard to hear the sound well my girl was moaning crazy loud from me pegging her from behind. after she left, I got hungry, so I went to get some food. I got the mushroom chicken, as I was eating it I found hairs in it. yes, that was just extra protein for me, it was still hella gross. after about 20 minutes of eating the food, the toilet in the bathroom walked over to me, started dancing, at first it was like really hot because who doesn't love some good toiled ass here and there. but that wasn't all, midway through the dance the toiled jumped on my lap, not only did it my sex pants wet, but it also got my good pants I used to cover the donky jizz wet. because of that i had no choice other than to knock it out. (R.I.P jizzabell the twerking toilet) the first night was a little hectic, yes i added wipped creme to some girls taco, but the room was still shit. i said to myself "ima go to bed and it will be all good the next morning" i went to bed. the next morning i woke up do a donky fucking the maniger of the hotell in my room, after that i understood why i found a heaping pile of donky jizz on my floor. btw NOT COOL!!! anywase i went to order breakfast, and i orderd eggs and coke, i got eggs, but they added this sugar stuff on top of it, and they forgot the coke. anywase the eggs were good, after eating them i felt very very energised witch was good. with that energy i maniged to pack my stuff in my suit case, jack off on the bathroom floor as pay back for having donky jizz on my floor, and get out of there. all in all i think my trip to ottawa was semi good!