Lord Elgin Hotel - Ottawa

4-star historic landmark in downtown Ottawa, steps from Parliament Hill

Location & History

Lord Elgin Hotel Ottawa has operated as a landmark since 1941, built in the post-World War II era with direct ties to Ottawa's wartime past. The hotel sits directly across from the National Arts Centre and is a 5-minute walk from Parliament Hill, the Rideau Canal, and Byward Market. Guests can watch the Changing of the Guard parade pass by the front entrance each morning during summer months.

Rooms & Amenities

Each room at Lord Elgin features custom Canadian millwork and marble-clad bathrooms with wheel-in showers in accessible units. Room types range from Classic Queen Rooms to park-facing Elgin Class suites with views of Confederation Park. All accommodations include 49-inch TVs and tea/coffee makers, while the hotel maintains a sustainability certification for environmentally conscious practices.

Dining

The on-site Forty One restaurant offers locally inspired cuisine with seasonal specials, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Guests can order room service for breakfast delivery the next morning, or enjoy the restaurant's eggs Benedict and carrot cake praised in guest reviews. The bar serves Ontario vodkas and wines, with happy hour specials and live music performances on select evenings.

Business & Fitness

Lord Elgin Hotel Ottawa provides over 1200 m² of conference spaces with natural lighting, including dedicated meeting rooms and banquet facilities. The state-of-the-art 24-hour fitness centre includes a 3-lane 15-metre indoor heated lap pool, hot tub, sauna, and steam room. Business travellers benefit from complimentary Wi-Fi, valet parking with in-and-out privileges, and a business centre with fax/photocopying services.

Accessibility & Sustainability

The hotel offers accessible accommodations with wheel-in showers and facilities for disabled guests throughout the property, including accessible parking and valet services. Lord Elgin holds a sustainability certification for its environmentally conscious practices, such as energy-efficient systems and waste reduction programs. Families appreciate the board games/puzzles available, kid-friendly buffet options, and close proximity to Ottawa's Marathon and Winterlude events.

• Location: Steps from Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal, and Byward Market
• Rooms: Art Deco décor with custom Canadian millwork and marble bathrooms
• Dining: Forty One restaurant serving locally inspired seasonal cuisine
• Business: Over 1200 m² of meeting spaces with natural lighting
• Wellness: Indoor heated pool, hot tub, sauna, and steam room
• Accessibility: Wheel-in showers and accessible accommodations throughout