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Econo Lodge Downtown

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#35 of 52 hotels in Ottawa
Description: Solid concrete construction - Downtown.
  • Address
    475 Rideau St.
    Ottawa, Ontario K1N 5Z3
    Canada
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3 of 5 stars Based on 20 traveler reviews
  • What to Expect:
    • 2.5 based on 12 reviews Rooms
    • 3.5 based on 10 reviews Service
    • 3 based on 12 reviews Value
    • 3.5 based on 12 reviews Cleanliness
    • 3.5 based on 3 reviews Dining
  • Recommended For:
    • 40% based on 13 reviews Young singles
    • 40% based on 13 reviews Families with teenagers
    • 40% based on 13 reviews Families with young children
    • 40% based on 13 reviews Older travelers
    • 20% based on 13 reviews Pet owners

Reviews of Econo Lodge Downtown

( 1-10 of 20 )
3 of 5 stars
Montreal, Canada
Apr 25, 2008

Slept there last night, was only spending one night and I wanted something convinient and cheap. This place fit the bill. Well it really wasn't cheap as it was the cheapest big name hotel in the area (104$ after tax for one person). The plus sides, very convinient location, most of the attractions in Ottawa are a leisurely walk away;... more

3 of 5 stars
Windsor, Ontario
Aug 23, 2007
0/1 found this review helpful

After some attempts at priceline and other discount methods of finding hotel rooms, the econolodge was the cheapest hotel located in downtown Ottawa. This hotel does not depart significantly from the other reviews provided here. For example, the counters slope, there are both plastic and styrofoam cups in the room and the amenities are basic. That said, in our room... more

2 of 5 stars
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
May 31, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

Stayed in Econo Lodge Downtown for Victoria Day long weekend. As mentioned before, this is former motel (actually some of the awards on their award wall do belong to the motel), which somehow got an Econo Lodge affiliation. I guess that achievement (getiing branded) involved some very creative shmoozing from place owners, but this is pure speculation on my side.... more

Apr 20, 2007

Stayed 2 nights. Rooms were clean and price was right. Staff very helpfull, good people. Parkings free. Close to everything if you like walking. Breakfast was OK but they said they're making it better... cereal? Good: Better than I thought for so little $. Bad: Breakfast hours need to be longer on weekends. I would recommend if looking for good... more

Mar 26, 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

I'm surprised Econo-lodge would put their stamp of approval on this hotel. I mean i know this is a budget hotel, but the following i will outline details why this is substandard for any budget hotel chain. I booked a non-smoking room online, yet when I checked in they only had smoking rooms available. The room smelled awful and musty.... more

2 of 5 stars
Ottawa, Ontario
Mar 1, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

We arrived at Econolodge in Ottawa on 28 Feb, 2007 and checked out on March 1st, 2007. We agree with the comment titled "good enough" because everything the person said is true! For example: a cigarrette butt at the front door of our room?, the world of TINY! If you want to experience it, please come and visit Econolodge Ottawa!... more

3 of 5 stars
Cardiff, Wales
Jan 7, 2007
2/3 found this review helpful

We chose this hotel purely for its very very very cheap price, and for no other reason, apart from its close proximity to Downtown Ottawa. It was merely a base at night to sleep, because we knew that in the days, we would be exploring the sights of beautiful Ottawa. One of the best things about this hotel is how... more

3 of 5 stars
Switzerland
Oct 10, 2006
1/2 found this review helpful

Clean and quite, walking distance from downtown, parking available, reasanoble continental brakfast, very kind guy behind the desk (provided an additional heater, since automatic one starts only under 5C). more

4 of 5 stars
Peterborough
Jul 30, 2006
1/1 found this review helpful

I use TripAdvisor whenever I travel. This site's perfect for people like me who travel. I was worried when I saw the negative review for this place with the picture of an ancient TV, but it was too late for me... I already had a reservation and the location was where I needed to be. I was very happy when... more

1 of 5 stars
Poughkeepsie, NY
May 19, 2006
9/10 found this review helpful

Take a shower in the small bathroom, once it gets filled with steam, open the sliding windows...wow what a breath taking view. The guy sitting in a couch in another room across the corridor can have a clear cut view of you and may be your wife completely naked. Preposterous. The television set was brought from the national museum of... more

Reviews of Econo Lodge Downtown

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475 Rideau St., Ottawa, Ontario K1N 5Z3, Canada