Lord Elgin Hotel

Overview
100 Elgin St., Ottawa, ON K1P5K8 Canada
Call to book 1-800-219-2797
Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871
AI Insight

The Lord Elgin Hotel offers a variety of amenities including a spa tub, indoor pool, and a fitness center, making it a cool and relaxing place to stay.

Highlights
Vegetarian breakfast available
Free WiFi
Covered parking
24-hour fitness facilities
Select your room
4.0
16-Oct-2026
"Great"

Everyone in the hotel was helpful and friendly and I really appreciated that.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sat Oct 10 to Mon Oct 12 2026 at a $185.49 average nightly rate.
5.0
18-Sep-2026
"Wonderful"

Thank You.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Wed Sep 16 to Fri Sep 18 2026 at a C$345.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
10-Feb-2026
"Great hotel"

Clean and friendly staff.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sun Feb 08 to Mon Feb 09 2026 at a C$247.02 average nightly rate.
5.0
21-Jan-2026
"Lord Elgin Hotel is beautiful unforgettable stunning architecture exceptional service"

My experience at the Lord Elgin Hotel was excellent, from the warm welcome at reception to the wonderful rooms and outstanding restaurant service. A truly unforgettable stay!

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jan 08 to Fri Jan 09 2026 at a $162.14 average nightly rate.
5.0
07-Jan-2026
"Great from beginning to end"

I would definitely come back.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Wed Dec 31 to Fri Jan 02 2026 at a C$228.60 average nightly rate.
5.0
14-Oct-2025
"Classic Hotel"

The Lord Elgin has great rooms and is in a prize location in Ottawa. Our particular room had windows on two walls, although I don't know whether that is true of all rooms, but it was spacious and bright. We also went to the hotel restaurant which was wonderful.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sun Oct 12 to Wed Oct 15 2025 at a C$248.00 average nightly rate.
5.0
11-Oct-2025
"Richard C"

Great place to stay in Ottawa. Staff very friendly, well trained.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sun Oct 05 to Thu Oct 09 2025 at a C$427.96 average nightly rate.
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Check-In 4:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out 12:00 PM

Year of Last Renovation: 2025

Floors: 11

Rooms: 355

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 355

Handicap Rooms: 2

Suites: 2

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 10

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.3 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site

Nightly Parking: $28

Total Taxes: 13.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: Individuals must cancel by 4pm day of arrival to avoid penalty. Groups are subject to cancellation penalty as per contract

Check-In Instructions:

  • 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
  • Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
  • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • 24-hour business center
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking
  • At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Business center
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Check In: 4:00 PM - anytime
  • Check Out: 12:00 PM
  • Children eat free breakfast - 2
  • Computer station
  • Concierge services
  • Covered parking
  • Coworking spaces
  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Elevator
  • Express check-out
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Free WiFi
  • Golfing nearby
  • Green Key Global
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Health club
  • Health or beauty spa nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting rooms
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Multilingual staff
  • No accessible shuttle
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of hot tubs - 1
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Pets not allowed
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Recycling
  • Sauna
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Secured bicycle storage
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snow tubing nearby
  • Snowshoeing nearby
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Steam room
  • Television in common areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Valet parking (surcharge)
  • Vegan menu options available
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian menu options available
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser
  • Water dispenser use by guests actively encouraged
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Wedding services
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Ziplining nearby

the Lord Elgin are certified by the Green Key Program as 3 Keys under the Hotel Association of Canada. We also have a 'Stay Green & Save' program that enables you to forego daily housekeeping in exchange for a voucher to be used for food and beverage within hotel.

Contactless check-out is available

Essential workers only - NO

Cashless transactions are available

Day 1

Breakfast Wilf & Ada's - A cozy diner known for its delicious breakfast options and friendly service. Located 0.2 miles from Lord Elgin Hotel.
Lunch The Grand Pizzeria & Bar - A popular spot for authentic Neapolitan-style pizzas and Italian dishes. Located 0.4 miles from Lord Elgin Hotel.
Dinner Play Food & Wine - A trendy restaurant offering a diverse menu of small plates and an extensive wine list. Located 0.3 miles from Lord Elgin Hotel.
Activity Parliament Hill - Visit the iconic Parliament Hill, the seat of Canada's federal government, and enjoy guided tours and stunning views. Located 0.5 miles from Lord Elgin Hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast The SconeWitch - A charming bakery offering a variety of freshly baked scones and delicious breakfast sandwiches. Located 0.3 miles from Lord Elgin Hotel.
Lunch ByWard Market - Explore the vibrant ByWard Market, filled with local vendors, restaurants, and shops. Enjoy a quick bite from one of the many food stalls. Located 0.7 miles from Lord Elgin Hotel.
Dinner Beckta Dining & Wine - A fine dining restaurant known for its innovative cuisine and extensive wine selection. Located 0.6 miles from Lord Elgin Hotel.
Activity Rideau Canal - Take a leisurely stroll along the scenic Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy the beautiful views and recreational activities. Located 0.2 miles from Lord Elgin Hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast The Manx - A cozy pub known for its delicious breakfast options and relaxed atmosphere. Located 0.5 miles from Lord Elgin Hotel.
Lunch Mamma Grazzi's Kitchen - A popular Italian restaurant serving homemade pasta and traditional dishes. Located 0.6 miles from Lord Elgin Hotel.
Dinner Social - A trendy restaurant and lounge offering a diverse menu of globally inspired dishes and creative cocktails. Located 0.8 miles from Lord Elgin Hotel.
Activity National Gallery of Canada - Explore the impressive collection of Canadian and international art at the National Gallery of Canada. Located 0.4 miles from Lord Elgin Hotel.

FAQs about Lord Elgin Hotel

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - anytime based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 12:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Lord Elgin Hotel have?

There are 355 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Lord Elgin Hotel?

Yes, they have 10 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

Is there a gym at Lord Elgin Hotel?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Lord Elgin Hotel?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. 6am - 10pm - Indoor Pool and hot tub

Is Lord Elgin Hotel pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. Yes, pets allowed

Is there shuttle service at Lord Elgin Hotel?

The Ottawa Airport is a 20 minute ride away and approximately $30-$35 in a taxi.

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Lord Elgin Hotel

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Lord Elgin Hotel.

Feel free to use the Lord Elgin Hotel meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Ottawa event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Lady Elgin Room
35 x 35 x 12 • 1225 sqft.
Classroom
50
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
44
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
30
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
25
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
20/--
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
90
Theater Layout
Reception
100
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Pearson Room
55 x 40 x 12 • 2200 sqft.
Classroom
120
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
60
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
49
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
40
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
30/--
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
40
Theater Layout
Reception
40
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Ontario room
68 x 30 x 10 • 2040 sqft.
Classroom
75
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
50
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
40
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
30
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
15/--
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
130
Theater Layout
Reception
30
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Laurier Room
36 x 20 x 10 • 720 sqft.
Classroom
36
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
34
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
24
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
24
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
50
Theater Layout
Reception
50
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Quebec Room
37 x 34 x 10 • 1258 sqft.
Classroom
40
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
36
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
26
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
24
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
50
Theater Layout
Reception
34
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
MacDonald Room
51 x 22 x 12 • 1122 sqft.
Classroom
45
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
36
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
30
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
26
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
85
Theater Layout
Reception
80
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
St. Laurent Room
29 x 26 x 12 • 754 sqft.
Classroom
33
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
31
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
24
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
20
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
50
Theater Layout
Reception
20
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Boardroom 600
26 x 19 x 10 • 494 sqft.
Boardroom
12
Boardroom Meeting Space
Reception
12
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Boardroom 800
26 x 19 x 10 • 494 sqft.
Boardroom
12
Boardroom Meeting Space
Reception
12
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Boardroom 700
26 x 19 x 10 • 494 sqft.
Boardroom
12
Boardroom Meeting Space
Reception
12
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
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