🇨🇦 Ottawa, Canada
DoubleTree
📍 33, Nicholas Street, Ottawa, K1N 9M7
Your stay — DoubleTree
Live forecast for your dates · what's on · air quality & pollen📅 Pick your check-in & check-out above to unlock your day-by-day forecast, what's on during your stay, and live air quality & pollen for Ottawa.
The Property — DoubleTree
The lobby is clean and corporate-generic, with a lingering scent of freshly baked cookies at check-in — that signature DoubleTree gimmick actually works. This is a dependable 3-star business hotel near the Rideau Canal, better suited to conference-goers or budget-conscious families than couples seeking character. Rooms are functional, not charming, with the usual chain-hotel amenities: decent desk, average bed, bathroom that’s been renovated once or twice. You’re here for location and reliability, not atmosphere.
Chronicles of Ottawa
Ottawa was chosen as Canada’s capital in 1857 by Queen Victoria, partly to avoid tensions between English Montreal and French Toronto. Its architectural spine runs from the Gothic Revival Parliament Buildings (completed 1866) to the modernist National Arts Centre (1969). The Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage site, was built as a military waterway after the War of 1812 — now it’s a skating rink in winter and a pleasure-boat route in summer. Today’s city blends bilingual civil-service pragmatism with a growing food-and-arts scene, still overshadowed by its own iconic, copper-roofed silhouette.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ottawa guide →Best months
June and September offer pleasant 20-26°C days, low humidity, and significantly fewer tourists than July’s Canada Day crush. August works too, but afternoon thunderstorms are more frequent.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak, dominated by Canada Day (1 July) celebrations on Parliament Hill — expect 300,000+ people, hotel prices doubling from CAD 180 to CAD 350+, and booked-out rooms weeks ahead. The Bluesfest music festival (early July) compounds demand.
Budget shoulder season
May and October are the budget sweet spots: hotel rates drop 30-40%, temperatures hover 12-20°C, and crowds thin dramatically. May sees fewer events but tulips are still blooming; October offers crisp autumn walks along the Ottawa River.
Weather & packing
Ottawa summers are muggy and prone to sudden downpours — pack a lightweight waterproof jacket even on hot days. Absolute rule: bring one long-sleeved layer for evenings, as it can drop to 12°C even in July.
Live City Briefing — Ottawa
- The Rideau Canal bypass is closed for construction until late August 2026, forcing drivers to detour via Bronson Avenue — expect 15-minute delays in morning traffic between Dow’s Lake and Parliament Hill.
- ByWard Market’s new pedestrian zone (definitive pilot this summer) closes York Street to vehicles on weekends from 10am to midnight, expanding patio seating; taxis and drop-offs rerouted to George Street.
- Ottawa’s light-rail extension to Line 1 (west to Moodie Drive) has resumed testing after labour delays; passengers should still allow extra 10 minutes for random O-Train suspensions common in mid-summer.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to DoubleTree, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a high-floor room facing east (away from Nicholas Street) or north toward the Rideau Canal. These rooms avoid the worst of the street noise and get better light.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1–4 facing Nicholas Street. These are directly above the main entrance and bus stop, with constant traffic noise and headlights.
Best views
East-facing rooms offer a view over the canal and low-rise buildings, with a sightline toward the Ottawa River. North-facing rooms look toward Parliament Hill (partially blocked by the Château Laurier). Avoid south-facing rooms that overlook the hotel's service yard.
Quietest floors
Floors 7–12 tend to be quieter. The lift bank and service areas are concentrated on the lower floors, so higher floors have less foot traffic and mechanical hum.
🔊 Noise notes
Nicholas Street is a major downtown arterial with bus routes, sirens, and occasional construction. The hotel sits near the Rideau Centre loading bay (deliveries 5–8am) and the Mackenzie King Bridge traffic junction. Weekend nights can bring noise from nearby bars on George Street.
Insider tips
1. The hotel's parking is in a shared lot under the adjacent office building — entry is on Nicholas Street, but it's tight. Park at the Rideau Centre (50 metres east) for cheaper overnight rates. 2. Check-in can be slow after 3pm; arrive just before noon and ask to leave luggage — they'll often text you when a high-floor room is ready.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — DoubleTree
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier $4.95 CAD/24h (25 Mbps); login via room number and surname on splash page
Two elevators serve all eight floors; no stairs-only sections; one lift reaches basement fitness room
Free digital access to Globe and Mail via PressReader app (code at check-in); no physical newspapers delivered; building is a modern 1970s tower with no heritage quirks
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop from 06:00 at bell desk (no charge); late check-out until 12:00 free, later subject to availability at $30 CAD per hour or half-day rate
Complimentary for day of arrival/departure; request at front desk for left-luggage tag; not accessible after midnight
Step-free main entrance via ramp; accessible guest rooms on floors 2–8 with roll-in showers; no automatic doors at side entrance; lift buttons at 1.1m height
On-site valet parking $30 CAD/night (24h in/out); nearest public car park at 70 Clarence Street (ByWard Market) $25 CAD/night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 6% Ontario HST on room rate (included in quoted price); no separate tourist tax
Deposit & card hold: First night's room + tax charged at booking; $50 CAD incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Gladstone Community Church (212 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Église Unie St-Marc (434 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: The Church of the Messiah (459 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: St. Alban's Anglican Church (Ottawa) (516 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Rideau Centre — 313 m · ~4 min walk
Raphael Brunet Park — 651 m · ~8 min walk
Bytown Museum — 783 m · ~10 min walk
Ottawa Little Theatre — 470 m · ~6 min walk
Splash Pad - Cindy Mitchell Park — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Hodl Digital Services - Zesty — 45 m · ~1 min walk
St. Mary Pharmacy & Family Clinic — 85 m · ~1 min walk
Axia Station — 37 m · ~1 min walk
Rideau — 196 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Canadian Dollar, CAD
Use bank ATMs for best rates; avoid currency exchange booths at the airport or downtown tourist areas.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted everywhere, contactless (tap) is standard, mobile pay works fine; cash rarely needed.
15–20% at restaurants, round up for taxis, $1–2 per bag for hotel porters, housekeeping $2–5 per night.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a corner café or takeaway stand – around $2.50
Sandwich or soup from a deli counter or food court – about $10–12
Pub main or bowl of pasta – roughly $15–20
ByWard Market has several food stalls and trukcs offering quick bites like poutine or tacos.
Loblaws, Metro, and Food Basics are the main budget supermarkets in this area.
Major high-street chains at Rideau Centre mall – Zara, H&M, Old Navy, plus a few independent vintage shops in the Market.
OC Transpo bus day pass $10.50; from the airport take bus 97 to downtown for $4.00.
Buy groceries at Loblaws or Metro instead of eating out; use the free walking tours and museums (many offer free admission on Thursday evenings); avoid taxi or Uber from the airport and take the 97 bus.
Good to know — Ottawa
Type A/B · 120V
safe
$1 ≈ C$1.42 · CAD
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Ottawa, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at DoubleTree
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Hodl Digital Services - Zesty — 45 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · St. Mary Pharmacy & Family Clinic — 85 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) - Parkade → Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre (Parking Lot)
💡 Only works if you pre-booked parking via the hotel's $15/night deal. Otherwise, skip—it's just for guests who parked off-site. Takes you directly to the hotel's back entrance on Laperriere Ave.
Ottawa Airport → Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa Airport
💡 Pick-up area is just outside arrivals – follow signs. Surge pricing rare for this short trip. Booking through app saves a couple of bucks over taxi.
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) → Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa Airport
💡 Taxis queue outside arrivals. The hotel is less than 2 km from the terminal, so metered fare is low. Uber and Lybit also operate here for slightly less, usually $12-14 CAD.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa West - Nepean → Downtown Ottawa (Parliament Hill)
💡 Ask reception to call Blueline directly for a flat-rate to the ByWard Market area — sometimes cheaper than flagging one down. For early flights, schedule 24 hours ahead.
Ottawa Airport (YOW) → Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa East - Orleans
💡 Take Route 97 from the airport to Hurdman Station, then transfer to Route 39 eastbound. Get off at Jeanne d'Arc / Orléansa stop—hotel is a 4-minute walk. Use a Presto card or tap credit/debit; exact cash only otherwise. The transfer is free if timed within 90 minutes.
Downtown Ottawa (e.g., Rideau Centre) → Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa East - Orleans
💡 This is the most direct bus from downtown to the hotel. Board at Mackenzie King Bridge or Rideau Centre. The 39 runs along the Transitway and stops right at Jeanne d'Arc / Orléansa—then walk east on Innes Road. Avoid the 37 or 38—they run less frequently and serve different parts of Orleans.
Ottawa Airport (stop: Uplands/Airport) → Longfields & Woodroffe (near hotel)
💡 Buy a single-ride Presto card from the airport convenience store — cheaper than cash. Transfer to Route 61 at Billings Bridge Station if heading west during peak.
Hazeldean Mall (via Woodroffe Ave.) → Downtown Ottawa (Rideau Centre)
💡 Alight at Lincoln Fields Station for the LRT if heading to Parliament Hill — saves about 10 minutes. Weekend service is unreliable after 8pm.
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) → Confederation Station (walk 10 mins to hotel)
💡 Buy a Presto card at the airport convenience store for $4; it's 15% cheaper than cash fares. Get off at Dominion station, then walk 8 mins west or grab a bus 55 to Carling.
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) → Tunney's Pasture Station (transfer to bus 55 or walk 20 mins)
💡 This route skips downtown, so it's faster if you're arriving between 7-9 AM. From Tunney's, the hotel is a 20-min walk north along Parkdale; use Pulse bus 55 if it's raining.
Ottawa Airport Terminal → Hunt Club Road (walk 3 mins to hotel)
💡 The bus stop 'Hunt Club / Uplands' is a short walk east. Presto card cheaper per ride and works on all OC Transpo; buy one at the airport convenience store. Route 97 also connects downtown.
Ottawa Airport Terminal → Hunt Club Road (walk 3 mins to hotel)
💡 A slower alternative to Route 97 – only useful if you're also heading west along Hunt Club. Check real-time on OC Transpo app. Hotel isn't signed; use Hunt Club stop near Uplands Drive.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at DoubleTree?
Request a high-floor room facing east (away from Nicholas Street) or north toward the Rideau Canal. These rooms avoid the worst of the street noise and get better light.
Which rooms should I avoid at DoubleTree?
Avoid rooms on floors 1–4 facing Nicholas Street. These are directly above the main entrance and bus stop, with constant traffic noise and headlights.
Is DoubleTree noisy?
Nicholas Street is a major downtown arterial with bus routes, sirens, and occasional construction. The hotel sits near the Rideau Centre loading bay (deliveries 5–8am) and the Mackenzie King Bridge traffic junction. Weekend nights can bring noise from nearby bars on George Street.
Which rooms have the best views at DoubleTree?
East-facing rooms offer a view over the canal and low-rise buildings, with a sightline toward the Ottawa River. North-facing rooms look toward Parliament Hill (partially blocked by the Château Laurier). Avoid south-facing rooms that overlook the hotel's service yard.
What are insider tips for staying at DoubleTree?
1. The hotel's parking is in a shared lot under the adjacent office building — entry is on Nicholas Street, but it's tight. Park at the Rideau Centre (50 metres east) for cheaper overnight rates. 2. Check-in can be slow after 3pm; arrive just before noon and ask to leave luggage — they'll often text you when a high-floor room is ready.
What time is check-in at DoubleTree?
Check-in at DoubleTree is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does DoubleTree have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier $4.95 CAD/24h (25 Mbps); login via room number and surname on splash page
Is there a city or tourist tax at DoubleTree?
6% Ontario HST on room rate (included in quoted price); no separate tourist tax
Where can I eat cheaply near DoubleTree?
Sandwich or soup from a deli counter or food court – about $10–12
What is the cheapest way to get around from DoubleTree?
OC Transpo bus day pass $10.50; from the airport take bus 97 to downtown for $4.00.
When is the best time to visit Ottawa?
June and September offer pleasant 20-26°C days, low humidity, and significantly fewer tourists than July’s Canada Day crush. August works too, but afternoon thunderstorms are more frequent.
Top Attractions in Ottawa
💡 Check the NCC's skateway status online before heading out—it closes when ice is unsafe. Bring your own skates to save cash; the rental huts at Fifth Avenue and Rideau Centre often run out of sizes by noon.
💡 Rent skates at Fifth Avenue or Dow’s Lake for cheap–bring cash. January–February is peak ice season; check NCC’s website for conditions.
💡 Bring your own lunch; the park has tables and benches. Best photo spot of Parliament from the southeast corner.
💡 Rent skates at Fifth Avenue Court for CAD 20-25; go early on weekdays for smoother ice and fewer crowds.
💡 Skate from Dow's Lake toward downtown at 7am to avoid crowds—the ice is freshly groomed and quieter. Bring your own skates to save $15.
💡 Skate rental and locker hire cost about $15-$20 from vendors at Fifth Avenue or downtown. Check the NCC's website before you go—the canal only opens when ice is thick enough, usually mid-January to late February. Go on a weekday morning to avoid crowds.
💡 Rent skates from the kiosk at Fifth Avenue (midpoint) to avoid downtown crowds. Check the NCC website for ice conditions before heading out—it's usually open January to late February.
💡 Check the NCC website for ice conditions; mid-Jan to late Feb is peak. Rent skate from kiosks at Fifth Avenue (under $20). Bring a thermos of hot chocolate.