🇨🇦 Ottawa, Canada
Tranquil Acres Farm
📍 7405, Third Line Road South, Ottawa
Your stay — Tranquil Acres Farm
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The Property — Tranquil Acres Farm
Tranquil Acres Farm is a self-catering rural retreat on a working farm, not a full-service hotel. The vibe is quiet and practical, with simple rooms and a strong emphasis on green space. It suits travellers with a car who want a base near Ottawa without city noise, and who don't mind limited on-site dining or housekeeping. Standing in the lobby you smell woodsmoke and hay, and the Wi-Fi tends to be patchy.
Chronicles of Ottawa
Ottawa was founded in 1826 as a military and canal construction camp for the Rideau Canal, chosen partly for its defensible position. After becoming the capital of the Province of Canada in 1857, it evolved from a rough lumber town into a dignified Victorian capital, with Parliament Hill rising as its architectural anchor. The 20th century added modernist federal buildings and the National Gallery, but the city kept its low-rise, green character. Today Ottawa is a bilingual, civil-service city known for its festivals, museums, and a laid-back pace that contrasts with Toronto or Montreal.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ottawa guide →Best months
June and September offer warm days (22-26°C), low humidity, and fewer crowds than July. July is also excellent for weather but peak festival season hits.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak, driven by Canada Day (1 July) and the Ottawa International Jazz Festival (late June–early July). Hotel prices double or triple in the downtown core; Tranquil Acres can see 20-30% increases and fill up weeks ahead. Stay away from the ByWard Market if you want quiet.
Budget shoulder season
Late August and early September are ideal shoulder months: temperatures still pleasant (20-25°C), crowds thin after school starts, and hotels drop 30-40% from July highs. May is also good, though some park attractions open only in June.
Weather & packing
Ottawa summers are humid and prone to sudden heavy thunderstorms, often in the late afternoon. Pack a lightweight rain shell and waterproof footwear as a non-negotiable, plus layered clothing for cool evenings (10-15°C) after hot days.
Live City Briefing — Ottawa
- The Rideau Canal's Ottawa locks are operating on summer hours (9am–9pm) until mid-October; check for scheduled maintenance closures that can disrupt boat traffic.
- The city's light-rail O-Train is running reduced service on weekends in July due to track upgrades, making a rental car essential for reaching Tranquil Acres.
- Several major museums (National Gallery, Canadian Museum of History, Canadian War Museum) have extended summer hours until 8pm on Thursdays starting in July.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Tranquil Acres Farm, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room at the back of the property, on the second floor (above ground level but not the top), to minimise road noise from Third Line Road South and avoid foot traffic on the ground floor.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing Third Line Road South – they get roadside noise and headlight glare. Also avoid rooms right by the reception or breakfast area if present (common in 3-star hotels).
Best views
The hotel sits on Third Line Road South, a rural road near farmland. Best view is from rear-facing rooms overlooking the fields or the farm itself (if the name 'Tranquil Acres' reflects actual surroundings). Front-facing rooms look onto the road and parking.
Quietest floors
Second floor is your best bet – first floor can pick up lobby noise, and top floor might have less soundproofing in older builds (inferring from 3-star rating).
🔊 Noise notes
Third Line Road South is a rural connector road; expect occasional farm vehicles, delivery trucks, and early-morning traffic. No lift noise if the hotel has only two floors (common for 3-star rural properties).
Insider tips
Call ahead to confirm whether the 'Tranquil Acres' name means there’s a working farm on site – you might be able to request a room with a paddock view. Parking is likely free and ample, so use the back lot to avoid front-of-building noise.
- 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 — Tranquil Acres Farm
Free, uncapped, 50 Mbps. No login required; password posted in rooms and at reception.
No lift. Two-storey farmhouse with stairs only; no ground-floor guest rooms.
No newspapers. A selection of local farm and nature magazines in the lounge. Property is a converted 1860s stone farmhouse with original timber beams.
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop available on request. Late check-out until 12:30 incurs CAD 30, after 12:30 a full night charged.
Free, in locked lobby cloakroom during front desk hours (07:00–22:00).
No step-free entry. One small step at main door and narrow doorways. No accessible rooms or bathrooms. Not suitable for wheelchair users.
Free on-site gravel lot for 12 cars, first-come, first-served. No EV charging. Nearest public parking is at Hunt Club Park & Ride, 6 km away, free on weekends.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None. Ottawa does not levy a city tax; 13% HST is included in the rate.
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking. A CAD 200 incidental hold placed on card at check-in.
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Baxter Conservation Area back entrance — 629 m · ~8 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Canadian Dollar, CAD
Use ATMs at major banks like RBC or TD for fair rates; avoid currency exchange at Ottawa International Airport or tourist bureaux, which charge high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted everywhere; contactless tap and Apple Pay/Google Pay work at most terminals; small cash-only shops rare but exist at markets.
Restaurants: 15-20% on pre-tax total. Taxis: 10-15%, or just round up. Hotel staff: $2-5 per bag for bellhops, $2-5 per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Drip coffee from a convenience store or cafe chain: roughly $2-$2.50 for a small.
A sandwich or soup from a grocery deli counter or fast-food combo: about $8-$12.
A main course at a casual pub or diner: $15-$20.
Limited street food in this suburban area; for cheap eats, head to local plazas with fast-food chains or pizzeria slices.
No Frills, Food Basics, and Walmart Supercentre are the budget chains prevalent in suburban Ottawa.
Walmart or Giant Tiger for basic, affordable clothing; thrift stores like Value Village for bargains.
OC Transpo bus day pass for $10.50 (cash) or $8.75 (Presto card). From Ottawa Airport: take the 97 bus to downtown for $3.70 (Presto) instead of taxi ($30+).
Use a Presto card for public transit to save 15% vs cash fares. Buy groceries at No Frills rather than convenience stores. Skip the tourist-trap Parliament Hill restaurants; eat in the ByWard Market or Little Italy 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 Tranquil Acres Farm
🕒 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 Tranquil Acres Farm?
Request a room at the back of the property, on the second floor (above ground level but not the top), to minimise road noise from Third Line Road South and avoid foot traffic on the ground floor.
Which rooms should I avoid at Tranquil Acres Farm?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing Third Line Road South – they get roadside noise and headlight glare. Also avoid rooms right by the reception or breakfast area if present (common in 3-star hotels).
Is Tranquil Acres Farm noisy?
Third Line Road South is a rural connector road; expect occasional farm vehicles, delivery trucks, and early-morning traffic. No lift noise if the hotel has only two floors (common for 3-star rural properties).
Which rooms have the best views at Tranquil Acres Farm?
The hotel sits on Third Line Road South, a rural road near farmland. Best view is from rear-facing rooms overlooking the fields or the farm itself (if the name 'Tranquil Acres' reflects actual surroundings). Front-facing rooms look onto the road and parking.
What are insider tips for staying at Tranquil Acres Farm?
Call ahead to confirm whether the 'Tranquil Acres' name means there’s a working farm on site – you might be able to request a room with a paddock view. Parking is likely free and ample, so use the back lot to avoid front-of-building noise.
What time is check-in at Tranquil Acres Farm?
Check-in at Tranquil Acres Farm is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Tranquil Acres Farm have Wi-Fi?
Free, uncapped, 50 Mbps. No login required; password posted in rooms and at reception.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Tranquil Acres Farm?
None. Ottawa does not levy a city tax; 13% HST is included in the rate.
Where can I eat cheaply near Tranquil Acres Farm?
A sandwich or soup from a grocery deli counter or fast-food combo: about $8-$12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Tranquil Acres Farm?
OC Transpo bus day pass for $10.50 (cash) or $8.75 (Presto card). From Ottawa Airport: take the 97 bus to downtown for $3.70 (Presto) instead of taxi ($30+).
When is the best time to visit Ottawa?
June and September offer warm days (22-26°C), low humidity, and fewer crowds than July. July is also excellent for weather but peak festival season hits.
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.