Your stay — Glencree House Bed & Breakfast
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The Property — Glencree House Bed & Breakfast
Glencree House B&B occupies a restored Victorian in the Glebe, a neighbourhood of broad, tree-lined streets and solid brick houses. The lobby feels like a quiet, slightly formal front parlour: high ceilings, antique sideboards, a wood fire in the cooler months. The USP is location — a ten-minute walk to Lansdowne Park and the Rideau Canal — and the genuine home-cooked full breakfast. It suits independent travellers who prefer calm, residential Ottawa over downtown chain hotels.
Chronicles of Ottawa
Ottawa was chosen as the national capital by Queen Victoria in 1857, partly to keep it out of the fractious Quebec–Ontario border lands. The Rideau Canal, dug after the War of 1812, turned a rough lumber town into a defensive and commercial hub. The Parliament Buildings were rebuilt in Gothic Revival style after the 1916 fire and remain the city’s visual anchor. Today Ottawa is a bilingual, mid-sized capital with a serious museum scene, strong tech sector, and a pace that feels politely understated.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ottawa guide →Best months
May and September for mild temps (15-25°C) and fewer tourists than the July crush. June also works, though Canada Day (1 July) makes it expensive.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak because of Canada Day (1 July) and the Ottawa International Chamber Music Festival. Hotel prices jump 40-60% on short supply. The Bluesfest music festival and Ribfest fill the city. Book Glencree House months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
Late August to early October. The weather is still good, hotel rates drop 20-30%, and the crowds thin out. The Canadian Tulip Festival (May) is actually the cheapest spring option, though the tulips may be past peak by mid-May.
Weather & packing
Ottawa summers are humid and can hit 35°C with sudden thunderstorms. Pack a light rain jacket and a single smart layer for air-conditioned restaurants and museums.
Live City Briefing — Ottawa
- The O-Train Line 1 (Confederation Line) has resumed full service after a 2025 suspension for axle repairs. Check LRT status on OC Transpo’s site before travel.
- ByWard Market’s pedestrianisation trial (Sundays) has been made permanent for summer 2026 — expect street performers and temporary patios.
- Construction at 24 Sussex Drive (the PM’s residence, closed since 2023) leads to occasional road closures on Sussex Drive; use the Ottawa River Pathway as an alternative.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Glencree House Bed & Breakfast, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floor (first or second) facing the rear garden. These are farthest from Patterson Avenue and any street noise, and catch morning light over the lawn.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor, especially those near the small lobby/kitchen area — you’ll hear breakfast prep and front-door activity from 7am. Also skip any room listed as a 'basement suite' if offered; they’re darker and can feel damp.
Best views
Front rooms look onto leafy Patterson Avenue — a quiet residential street. Rear rooms overlook the garden, which is better for light and privacy.
Quietest floors
First and second floors (the house has two residential floors above ground). Choose first floor for easier stairs, second for furthest from the street.
🔊 Noise notes
Patterson Avenue is a low-traffic residential street, but morning traffic (7:30-9am) is audible from front rooms. No bar or restaurant on site, but the breakfast room opens at 7:30am — expect clatter if you’re above it.
Insider tips
1. Parking is free and off-street — ask for a spot when booking, as the driveway is small. 2. Check-in is at 3pm but the owners are flexible; call ahead if arriving early. 3. If you’re a light sleeper, bring earplugs anyway — it’s an old house with creaky floors.
- 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 — Glencree House Bed & Breakfast
Free, password on key card; typical speed 25Mbps down, 5Mbps up; reliable for browsing and video calls
No lift—two-storey Victorian house with stairs only
Complimentary printed Ottawa Citizen in breakfast room; no digital newsstand
Check-in 15:00–19:00 (earlier bag drop allowed by arrangement); late check-out until 12:00, $30 fee after that
Free, left in foyer if room not ready; no formal secure room
No step-free access—three steps at front entrance; ground-floor guest room but no grab bars or roll-in shower; not suitable for wheelchairs
On-site free parking for cars only (2 spaces, first-come). Nearest public lot at 60 Second Ave (5-min walk, $12 overnight). No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (hotel under 4 rooms; 13% HST included in room rate)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; $100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Canadian Dollar, CAD
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange desks at the airport and tourist-heavy areas like ByWard Market.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted; contactless tap is common; American Express less so. Mobile pay works at most terminals.
15-20% at restaurants, 10-15% for taxis, $1-2 per bag for hotel porters, $2-5 per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A regular drip coffee from a corner café or Tim Hortons runs about $2.00-2.50.
A sandwich or wrap from a fast-casual chain or deli with a drink costs around $10-14.
A main at a neighbourhood pub or family-style restaurant averages $18-25.
Food trucks or weekend markets near ByWard Market or Sparks Street offer affordable eats like poutine or tacos for under $12.
Loblaws, Metro, and FreshCo are common budget supermarkets in the Ottawa area.
For affordable clothing, try the Rideau Centre mall or second-hand shops along Bank Street; H&M and Old Navy are typical high-street options.
A single OC Transpo bus ride is $3.75, or get a day pass for around $10.50. From the airport, take the #97 bus ($3.75) rather than a $35-40 taxi.
1) Buy groceries at FreshCo or No Frills rather than convenience stores. 2) Use OC Transpo day passes or Presto card for bus/train discounts. 3) Skip the touristy ByWard Market restaurants and walk a few blocks east for better value.
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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 Glencree House Bed & Breakfast
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 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.
About Ottawa
Wikipedia ↗
Ottawa ( , ; Canadian French: [ɔtawɑ]) is the capital city of Canada. It is located in the southeastern portion of the province of Ontario, at the confluence of the Ottawa River and the Rideau River. Ottawa borders Gatineau, Quebec, and forms the core of the Ottawa–Gatineau census metropolitan area ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Glencree House Bed & Breakfast?
Request a room on the upper floor (first or second) facing the rear garden. These are farthest from Patterson Avenue and any street noise, and catch morning light over the lawn.
Which rooms should I avoid at Glencree House Bed & Breakfast?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor, especially those near the small lobby/kitchen area — you’ll hear breakfast prep and front-door activity from 7am. Also skip any room listed as a 'basement suite' if offered; they’re darker and can feel damp.
Is Glencree House Bed & Breakfast noisy?
Patterson Avenue is a low-traffic residential street, but morning traffic (7:30-9am) is audible from front rooms. No bar or restaurant on site, but the breakfast room opens at 7:30am — expect clatter if you’re above it.
Which rooms have the best views at Glencree House Bed & Breakfast?
Front rooms look onto leafy Patterson Avenue — a quiet residential street. Rear rooms overlook the garden, which is better for light and privacy.
What are insider tips for staying at Glencree House Bed & Breakfast?
1. Parking is free and off-street — ask for a spot when booking, as the driveway is small. 2. Check-in is at 3pm but the owners are flexible; call ahead if arriving early. 3. If you’re a light sleeper, bring earplugs anyway — it’s an old house with creaky floors.
What time is check-in at Glencree House Bed & Breakfast?
Check-in at Glencree House Bed & Breakfast is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Glencree House Bed & Breakfast have Wi-Fi?
Free, password on key card; typical speed 25Mbps down, 5Mbps up; reliable for browsing and video calls
Is there a city or tourist tax at Glencree House Bed & Breakfast?
None (hotel under 4 rooms; 13% HST included in room rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Glencree House Bed & Breakfast?
A sandwich or wrap from a fast-casual chain or deli with a drink costs around $10-14.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Glencree House Bed & Breakfast?
A single OC Transpo bus ride is $3.75, or get a day pass for around $10.50. From the airport, take the #97 bus ($3.75) rather than a $35-40 taxi.
When is the best time to visit Ottawa?
May and September for mild temps (15-25°C) and fewer tourists than the July crush. June also works, though Canada Day (1 July) makes it expensive.
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.