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What you can expect during your stay
- All linens sanitized in high-temperature wash
- Face masks required for guests in public areas
- Face masks required for staff in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to guests & staff
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
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Updated 13/10/20 Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
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#17 of 76 hotels in Ottawa
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ByWard Blue Inn is the only hotel in Ottawa`s favorite gathering place for cafes, galleries, museums, restaurants, shopping and the ByWard Market. This charming Inn offers to business or pleasure travelers great room rates in a fantastic location. Queen or Twin Bed rooms feature private balconies, ensuite bathrooms, climate control, Internet, Cable TV and complimentary breakfast. All major attractions are within a 5 -15 minute walk.
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Property amenities
Paid private parking on-site
Car park
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Sauna
Free breakfast
Baggage storage
Newspaper
24-hour front desk
Wifi
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Kid-friendly buffet
Non-smoking hotel
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Room features
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Private balcony
Safe
Telephone
Kitchenette
Microwave
Flatscreen TV
Bottled water
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Refrigerator
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Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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Centrally Located
Family
Languages Spoken
English, French, Spanish, Greek and 2 more
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100Great for walkers
Grade: 100 out of 100
188Restaurantswithin 0.5 km
53Attractionswithin 0.5 km
1,012Review27Q+A100Room tips
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My partner and I loved our stay at the hotel. We opted for a queen room, and it was clean and well lit. The room didn’t have a view per se but it was nice to have a balcony. I particularly liked the small kitchenette as it’s never convenient to use the bathroom sink for washing cutlery and coffee mugs. The breakfast was nice and filling, with egg sandwiches, cereal and croissants on the menu. They also accommodated our request for early check-in as we were travelling on a weekday before long-weekend and needed a place to set up our laptops during the day. Social distancing was practiced very well and the hotel had all safety precautions in place without compromising on a pleasant stay experience.
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Date of stay: April 2021
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Response from Angjelo Lumi, Guest Services / Front Office at ByWard Blue Inn
Responded 2 weeks ago
Dear Maple Vanessa, We are delighted to read that the hotel met your expectations. We appreciate your comments on the hotel safety measures, room cleanliness and breakfast. We hope to seeing you again the next time you visit Ottawa. Thank you for staying with us. Sincerely, ByWard Blue Inn
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Absolutely no complaints about the hotel or service! The guy at front desk and Florence went above and beyond any of our requests. The breakfast was better than any other hotels I have styaed, good variety and the servers were pleasant and efficient. Will certainly stay here again and recommend to friends and family.
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Date of stay: March 2020
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Room Tip: We had a 2 room suite, roomy and comfy
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Response from Angjelo L, Public Relations Manager at ByWard Blue Inn
Responded 10 Mar 2020
Dear Cook775, Thank you so much for taking the time to evaluate us about your recent stay. We are pleased to read that you had a delightful stay with us. We appreciate your feedback on the Front Desk. We will surly share your kind words with them. We look forward to seeing you again in the near future. Thank you for staying with us. Sincerely, ByWard Blue Inn
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My Queen room with balcony had a microwave, electric kettle, coffee maker, refrigerator, microwave, eating utensils and plates. The room was a good size. Location is excellent - you can see the Peace Tower and top of the Parliamentary Library from the front of the hotel - about a 15 min. brisk walk. All manner of restaurants and eateries within easy walking distance. Hotel has underground parking (fee) for about 10 vehicles, so reserve in advance. Alternatively, there are two parking garages within a 90 second walk of the front entrance of hotel. Staff was very welcoming. Facility was very clean. Only down sides - room needed better lighting for reading, a comfortable/easy chair would have been welcome, and I found the mattress much firmer than I prefer.
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Date of stay: March 2021
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Response from Angjelo Lumi, Guest Services / Front Office at ByWard Blue Inn
Responded 4 weeks ago
Dear Guest, Thank you for leaving us such a detailed review. We are pleased that all was good with your stay. We appreciate your comments on the noted observations. We hope to seeing you again the next time you visit Ottawa. Sincerely, ByWard Blue Inn
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Starting with the good point, that would be the location. I was surprised with the overall rating, still having a hard time understanding how. Trip advisor ratings are usually quite reliable, not in this case. You will find pay parking next door as the lot will be full. You will be underwhelmed by the 1980’s decor, and cold reception at the front desk. (As noted in other traveller reviews, this was accurate) the apartment building style place is clean but old. The room is strictly a no frills experience. Dorm room type furniture, hard, basic bed. Springy cheap pillows. There is also no daily room cleaning if you stay for more than one night, which we were scheduled to be. However we checked out, forfeiting our next two days, and checked into Le Suites up the road.
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Date of stay: November 2020
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Response from Angjelo Lumi, Guest Services / Front Office at ByWard Blue Inn
Responded 16 Nov 2020
Dear E7027QYbobm, We are disappointed to read that the hotel did not meet your expectations in-spite of our best efforts to do so. Hotel has limited parking spaces but as pointed out, there is a city parking beside the hotel for the same rate. As per hotel decor, other guests seem to have a positive view of the art work. Having said this, we understand that we all have different tastes and as such we appreciate your honest feedback. Pillows are the same as in most hotels but we are happy to consider other kinds as well (though, we are not sure if you found them too soft or too hard). As per room service, we are in the middle of Pandemics and for health reasons, cleaning staff is instructed not to enter in occupied rooms. Understandably, these measures are taken in accordance with the public health to prevent the spread of Covid-19. Cleaning products and hygiene products are provided daily upon request. Apart from the noted observations, we hope you had a good visit in Ottawa. Thank you for staying with us. Sincerely, ByWard Blue Inn
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The Blue Inn is located in the heart of the trendy and vibrant Byward Market. We chose to stay there for a brief visit to Ottawa and did not regret it. Indoor public parking is just meters away; the room was bright, clean, and had all the modern amenities. The stay included breakfast which turned out to be very good (including the hot bagel with eggs and bacon). The staff was friendly and helpful and followed strict Covid protocols. And last but not least, the stay was quite inexpensive. We would gladly return in a future visit to Ottawa
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Date of stay: September 2020
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Response from Angjelo Lumi, Guest Services / Front Office at ByWard Blue Inn
Responded 26 Oct 2020
Dear Joseph G, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a pleasant review. We are delighted to read that you had a good stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you once again soon. Thank you staying with us. Sincerely, ByWard Blue Inn
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PRICE RANGE
US$74 - US$153 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
byward blue hotel ottawa
LOCATION
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
46
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Claim Your Listing Frequently Asked Questions about ByWard Blue Inn
Which popular attractions are close to ByWard Blue Inn?
Nearby attractions include Jigsaw Escape Rooms (0.3 km), Escape Manor Byward Market (0.3 km), and Notre Dame Basilica (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at ByWard Blue Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and breakfast buffet.
Which room amenities are available at ByWard Blue Inn?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at ByWard Blue Inn?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at ByWard Blue Inn?
Yes, a parking garage, paid private parking on-site, and paid private parking nearby are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to ByWard Blue Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include La Bottega, BeaverTails, and The Brig Pub.
Are there opportunities to exercise at ByWard Blue Inn?
Yes, guests have access to a sauna during their stay.
Is ByWard Blue Inn located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.9 km away from the centre of Ottawa.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at ByWard Blue Inn?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, and Greek.
Are there any historical sites close to ByWard Blue Inn?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Parliament Hill and Buildings (0.9 km), Rideau Hall (1.6 km), and Laurier House National Historic Site (1.0 km).