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Rideau Residence University of Ottawa

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, 4-minute walk to University of Ottawa

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Rideau Residence University of Ottawa is in downtown, offering travelers free in-room WiFi and smoke-free premises. The 24-hour front desk ensures help is always available, with staff dedicated to making your visit to the capital smooth and hassle-free.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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7.0 out of 10
Good
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Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Mobile key entry
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Economy Room, 1 Double Bed

Economy Room, 1 Double Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
290 Rideau Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N 5Y3

What's nearby

  • University of Ottawa - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rideau Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Byward Market Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Parliament Hill - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Rideau Station - 6 min walk
  • Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station) - 9 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shanghai Wonton Noodle - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La La Noodle - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Level One - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Rideau Residence University of Ottawa

Hotel near University of Ottawa
Close to Byward Market Square, Rideau Residence University of Ottawa provides amenities such as free continental breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Smoke-free property, a vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
  • A lift
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 210 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Mini fridges, microwaves and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (CAD 27 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (107 centimetre wide door)
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 19 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 27 August and 5 May.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: CAD 27 per day (49 ft away)

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

Rideau University Of Ottawa
Rideau Residence University of Ottawa Hotel
Rideau Residence University of Ottawa Ottawa
Rideau Residence University of Ottawa Hotel Ottawa

Frequently asked questions

Is Rideau Residence University of Ottawa pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Rideau Residence University of Ottawa?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rideau Residence University of Ottawa?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Rideau Residence University of Ottawa located?

Located in Downtown Ottawa, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of University of Ottawa, Byward Market Square and Rideau Canal. Rideau Centre and Rideau Mall are also within 10 minutes. Rideau Station is 6 minutes by foot and uOttawa Station is 13 minutes.

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Reviews

Rideau Residence University of Ottawa Reviews

7.4

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

8.0

Staff & service

7.2

Eco-friendliness

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 489 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 489 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 489 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 489 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 489 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had an excellent stay Bed was comfortable. Staff were super friendly. I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

raphael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

HANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient and close to the downtown area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is nice to have a free breakfast wherein the room rate is not pricey. It is just a walking distance to the attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful! Limited parking was the only downfall to our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An good budget stay close to parliment hill. Typical dorm beds and food but you cant beat the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Unrivalled location. Very sparse rooms, amazing for the price, staff do the minimum (not a bad thing).
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to all the stores and transport you need
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and front desk service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I had a very good time staying for three nights at Rideau Hotel. The customer service was very good and the staff were very friendly. We really loved the breakfast and the nice and clean eating area. We really recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accommodations are great and the price is right. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Alice

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay overall. Staffs are nice and willing to help, but the amenities in the room are poor, such as noisy air condition, a poorly functioning faucet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Ellice

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great! very clean and quiet. Continental breakfast was good to!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoy the short walk to Rideau Center, Byward market and Metro supermarket across the street. The room is a bit basic but it has everything I need and wanted, plus fantastic value. Will continue to book here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick June

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They allow us to check in early.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No-frills, two-beds room and a continental breakfast were great for a quick overnight stay. Can't beat the price! Student workers were polite and definitely had a lot of patience, especially when other guests used them as tour guides/concierges!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Selvanayagam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The students manning the reception were excellent and very knowledgeable and client friendly. Room was in much better shape than I expected based on the reviews I read before I booked . Overall good experience for a budget concious client. May the city council should do a better job finding shelter space for the homeless around the residence.
Rideau locks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Ottawa escapade

As it is located at the heart of the city, at night seems not safe to roam around. For just a place to rest at the end of the day, the place is suitable enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rohit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really good overall. The room ambiance could be more appealing for guests considering the rates
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nyasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Second year staying at this property. Was a great stay last time, and did not disappoint this year. Staff was very friendly! Perfect location for everything that I needed. Will be back again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Siu Ang

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is friendly and helpful. Room is clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Met all expectations
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sol Sol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
For this price and location, it is not bad at all. The hotel is dated but clean. Parking is confusing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elna Abraham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025