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Econo Lodge Downtown

Google (900) 3.0
Tripadvisor (284) 2.6
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Some visitors found the Econo Lodge Downtown to be a good value with friendly staff and comfortable beds, with some rooms featuring useful amenities like a fridge and microwave. However, a significant number of guests reported serious cleanliness issues, including cockroaches and bedbugs, and described the hotel and its surrounding area as feeling unsafe.

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Address
475 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON K1N 5Z3, Canada
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Phone
(613) 789-3781
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Website
www.choicehotels.com

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About this place Econo Lodge Downtown

Econo Lodge Downtown offers an inclusive, budget-friendly place to stay in the heart of Ottawa. Located on Rideau Street in the downtown core, this hotel provides straightforward accommodations for LGBTQ+ travellers and allies looking for convenient access to the city's attractions and neighbourhoods. As part of the Choice Hotels family, you can expect reliable, no-frills service typical of the Econo Lodge chain. The downtown location puts you within walking or short transit distance of many of Ottawa's cultural sites, dining options, and entertainment venues. This area of the city welcomes LGBTQ+ visitors and has a mix of bars, restaurants, and shops that cater to diverse crowds. Whether you're visiting Ottawa for Pride, a weekend getaway, or business travel, this hotel offers an affordable base without pretension. For complete details about room types, amenities, and current rates, visit their Choice Hotels booking page. It's a solid option if you're prioritising location and budget over luxury.

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angelica labrecque
angelica labrecque Jun 2026

We had booked a month ago and out of nowhere yesterday we got a cancellation notice that we DID NOT initiate. As we called to resolve this problem we were told we’d have to rebook and the prices had all gone up. Very suspicious to me as the staff gave attitude and no accommodation.

Lilypad Khattab
Lilypad Khattab Jun 2026

Great location. Tons of restaurants near by, grocery store 20 minutes walk. 30 minutes walk to parliament grounds and downtown.

Josh Tait
Josh Tait May 2026

Nice little room

Musawer Safi
Musawer Safi May 2026

Very bad hotel in otawa No management no service Everything is wrong Also my car is stolen in this hotel

naina sharma
naina sharma May 2026

Complementary breakfast is kind of formality Kichen is empty Receptionist handover brown paper bag which includes muffin, juice box, yogurt They also provide coffee and tea in reception area We are paying atleast give us good and satisfactory breakfast Online details about complimentary breakfast kind of misleading people

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