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The Metcalfe Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 5-minute walk to National Arts Centre

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The Metcalfe Hotel in Ottawa's heart offers meals at Cocotte bistro and in-room WiFi. Features include a hair salon, library, and multilingual staff to help guests navigate the city. Its central location is consistently praised by visitors.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ₩173,751
₩206,157 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Room, 1 King Bed (Atrium)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Suite, Corner

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - queen
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Down duvet
2 bedrooms
  • 79 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Room (Queen)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Murphy Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Executive Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Down duvet
2 bedrooms
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - queen
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
123 Metcalfe Street, Ottawa, ON, K1P 5L9

What's nearby

  • National Arts Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rideau Canal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ottawa City Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rideau Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Parliament Hill - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Ottawa Station - 6 min drive
  • Parliament Station - 6 min walk
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Meet Noodle 又見壹面 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grill Forty One - G41 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Browns Socialhouse Centretown - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Scone Witch - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Metcalfe Hotel

Upscale hotel remodeled in 2022 and located near National Arts Centre
Located close to Confederation Park and Ottawa City Hall, The Metcalfe Hotel provides a hair salon, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Cocotte, the on-site bistro. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance
  • A porter/bellhop, luggage storage, and a banquet hall
  • Concierge services, an elevator, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 108 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, recycling, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (CAD 47 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; CAD 15 to 25 for adults and CAD 10 to 20 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Cocotte

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - July 2022
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 15 to 25.00 for adults, and CAD 10.00 to 20.00 for children
  • Valet parking fee: CAD 47 per night
  • Pet fee: CAD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa
Metcalfe Hotel
Metcalfe Ottawa
Ottawa Hotel Indigo
The Metcalfe Hotel Hotel
The Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa
The Metcalfe Hotel Hotel Ottawa

Frequently asked questions

Is The Metcalfe Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Metcalfe Hotel?

As of Nov 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Metcalfe Hotel on Dec 19, 2025 start from ₩173,751, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for CAD 47 per night.

What time is check-in at The Metcalfe Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Metcalfe Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Metcalfe Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Ottawa, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Confederation Park and National Arts Centre. Capital Information Kiosk and Sparks Street Mall are also within 10 minutes. Parliament Station is 6 minutes by foot and Rideau Station is 11 minutes.

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Reviews

The Metcalfe Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1029 out of 1359 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 1359 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1359 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1359 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1359 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paolo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, super nice rooms, fantastic restaurant. 👍 recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful property with an outstanding restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kazi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our favourite place to stay in Ottawa!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, fantastic staff, great boutique hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Amenities
Great stay!

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly staff that made us feel like family
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvia Saveria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and delicious breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sujeevan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was really good
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay at the Metcalfe and will definitely stay again next time I'm in Ottawa. Wonderful staff, clean facilities and a great French restaurant for both breakfast, lunch or dinner. Comfortable rooms and beds, and very conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dinis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great size room!!! Staff upgraded me to a corner room Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kerry-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good location, kind and helpful staff! Parking is kind of confusing with the hotel next door closed down but you can figure it out quite quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, big room. Close to Parliament hill. sparks street, and Byward market, Gym and Restaurant. A great stay overall!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious, comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. Will definitely stay again. Excellent location and terrific customer service. Close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and comfortable. The lobby was pleasant and inviting.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mirela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, center to all downtown services.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay in when visiting Ottawa
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abdulmonem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, quiet, room was cozy, great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trystan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Your hotel was so beautiful and all the staff was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff, clean rooms but an odd smell to the building at times.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was impressed with the hotel during my stay. I had a really great experience and would definitely return here next time I visit Ottawa.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great central location. Excellent and helpful staff. Clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, super clean and marvellous staff and food!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025