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Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Star Rating
4.5 out of 5

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Indoor pool
Indoor pool
Premium bedding, pillow top beds, minibar, in-room safe
Premium bedding, pillow top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Guest reviews

4.4 out of 5 Excellent
2,143 reviews
Guests rated this property 4.6/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

Pool
Pet Friendly
Air conditioning
Spa
Restaurant
Breakfast Available

Cleaning and safety practices

Cleaned with disinfectant
Contactless check-in
24-hour vacancy between guest room stays

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1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON

Explore the area

Popular LocationShaw Centre3 min walk
Popular LocationNational Arts Centre4 min walk
Popular LocationRideau Centre5 min walk
AirportOttawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)22 min drive

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  • Fairmont Room, Double Beds - Newly Renovated

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    4.5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 300 sq ft
    • Sleeps 4
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  • Fairmont Room, 1 King Bed - Newly Renovated

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    4.6/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 300 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
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  • Fairmont Room, 1 Queen Bed - Newly Renovated

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    4.5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 300 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
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  • Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds - Newly Renovated

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    4.3/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 400 sq ft
    • Sleeps 4
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  • Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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    Room amenities

    • 398 sq ft
    • Sleeps 3
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  • Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

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    4.5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 550 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
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  • Fairmont Room, 1 Queen Bed, Parliament View - Newly Renovated

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    Room amenities

    • 300 sq ft
    • City view
    • Sleeps 2
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  • Fairmont Room, 1 King Bed, Parliament View - Newly Renovated

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    4.4/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 300 sq ft
    • City view
    • Sleeps 2
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  • Fairmont Room, 2 Double Beds, Parliament View - Newly Renovated

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    4.6/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 300 sq ft
    • City view
    • Sleeps 4
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  • Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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    Room amenities

    • 400 sq ft
    • City view
    • Sleeps 3
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  • Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

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    Room amenities

    • 400 sq ft
    • City view
    • Sleeps 4
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  • Signature Room, 1 King Bed

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    Room amenities

    • 447 sq ft
    • Sleeps 3
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  • Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Corner

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    Room amenities

    • 650 sq ft
    • City view
    • Sleeps 2
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  • Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Corner

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    Room amenities

    • 650 sq ft
    • City view
    • Sleeps 4
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  • Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

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    Room amenities

    • 400 sq ft
    • Sleeps 3
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  • Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

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    Room amenities

    • 850 sq ft
    • City view
    • Sleeps 2
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  • Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed

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    Room amenities

    • 2009 sq ft
    • City view
    • Sleeps 2
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  • Fairmont Gold, Executive Room, 1 King Bed

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    Room amenities

    • 350 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
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  • Fairmont Gold, Suite, 1 King Bed

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    Room amenities

    • 550 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
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  • Fairmont Gold, Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

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    Room amenities

    • 350 sq ft
    • Sleeps 4
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  • Fairmont Gold, Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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    Room amenities

    • 350 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
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  • Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Corner

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    Room amenities

    • 610 sq ft
    • City view
    • Sleeps 2
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About this area

Ottawa

Located in Ottawa, Fairmont Chateau Laurier is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Jacques Cartier Park and Lansdowne Park, while National Arts Centre and National Gallery of Canada are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at TD Place Stadium or Gatineau Sports Centre. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and snowshoeing. Our guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing.

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Popular Location

What's nearby

  • Shaw Centre - 3 min walk
  • National Arts Centre - 4 min walk
  • Rideau Centre - 5 min walk
  • Byward Market Square - 6 min walk
  • Parliament Hill - 6 min walk

Getting around

  • Bayview Station - 8 min drive
  • Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station) - 9 min drive
  • Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wilfreds — 1 min walk
  • Zoes Lounge — 1 min walk
  • Metropolitan Restaurant - 1 min walk
  • The Black Tomato - 2 min walk
  • Social - 3 min walk

About this property

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Luxury Ottawa hotel in Downtown Ottawa, walk to Byward Market Square
Along with 3 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has an indoor pool and a bar/lounge. Additionally, WiFi in public areas, valet parking and spa services are on-site. All 429 rooms offer thoughtful touches such as pillow menus and bathrobes, as well as comforts such as pillowtop beds and premium bedding. 24-hour room service and wireless Internet access (surcharge) are standard, as are LCD TVs with cable channels.
Fairmont Chateau Laurier offers 429 forms of accommodation with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, designer toiletries and hairdryers.

This Ottawa hotel provides wired and wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter
Follows standard sanitisation guidelines of Bureau Veritas (Accor Hotels)
Follows industry sanitisation guidelines of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Social distancing

Contactless check-in and check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 48 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks and gloves available
Hand sanitiser provided
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (CAD 13.95 per day), Wired Internet (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (CAD 13.95 per night)

Parking and public transport

  • Uncovered self parking: CAD 40 per day
  • Uncovered valet parking: CAD 50 per day

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–10:30 AM: CAD 38.99 per person
  • 3 restaurants
  • 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Indoor pool
  • Spa services

Family friendly

  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • High chair
  • Indoor pool
  • Microwave (on request)

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter
  • Wedding services

Languages spoken

  • English
  • French
  • German
  • Spanish

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Spa

  • Massage - deep-tissue

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them in the special requests field on the booking page after selecting your room.
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Braille signage
  • In-room accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

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  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Linens
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV
  • TV channels
  • Films for purchase

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave (on request)
  • Minibar

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in between 4 PM and midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 50 per pet, per day
Dogs and cats only
2 per room
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
Free cots (infant beds)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at the time of service, check-in or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: CAD 38.99 per person (approximately)
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: CAD 13.95 per day (rates may vary)
  • Fee for in-room wired Internet: CAD 13.95 per night (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: CAD 13.95 per night (rates may vary)
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: CAD 40 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: CAD 50 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CAD 50 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • In-room microwave fee: CAD 25.00 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place
Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests
Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitiser
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available
Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 48 hours between bookings
The property affirms that it follows sanitisation practices of Bureau Veritas (Accor Hotels) guidelines
The property affirms that it adheres to the Safe Travels (WTTC - Global) sanitisation guidelines
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 6 AM to 10 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section)

Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my reservation for free at Fairmont Chateau Laurier and receive a full refund?
Yes, Fairmont Chateau Laurier offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to Fairmont Chateau Laurier cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
Does this property have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6 AM to 10 PM.
Is this property pet-friendly?
Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 per room). There's a fee of CAD 50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking at this property?
Self-parking is available for CAD 40 per day. Valet parking is available for CAD 50 per day.
What time is check-in at this property?
Check-in is from 4 PM to midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at this hotel?
Checkout is at noon.
Where is this hotel located?
Located in Downtown Ottawa, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of National War Memorial, Shaw Centre, and National Arts Centre. Byward Market Square and Parliament Hill are also within 10 minutes.

Guest reviews

Overall score and ratings for Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.4
Excellent
2,143 reviews
5 - Excellent
1,273
4 - Good
537
3 - Okay
201
2 - Mediocre
87
1 - Poor
45
4.6
Cleanliness
4.5
Service and Staff
4.2
Amenities
4.4
Property condition
5.0 out of 5 Excellent
Verified traveller
Aug 13, 2020
    This traveller didn’t leave comments with their review
    Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
    5.0 out of 5 Excellent
    Jodi, Brampton
    Travelled with group
    Aug 13, 2020
    • Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

    Lovely hotel, excellent location. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
    5.0 out of 5 Excellent
    Verified traveller
    Aug 12, 2020
    • Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

    Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
    5.0 out of 5 Excellent
    Paul, Toronto
    Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
    Aug 11, 2020
    • Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

    The best location in downtown Ottawa bar none but just as or more important - friendly, welcoming and helpful staff who went out of their way to help. It made it feel like a home away from home for us, even during the Covid-19 situation.

    Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
    3.0 out of 5 Okay
    Verified traveller
    Aug 11, 2020
      This traveller didn’t leave comments with their review
      Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

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