Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Byward Market Square

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Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed
Corner Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa

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1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON, K1N 8S7
  • Place, Rideau Canal
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rogers Centre Ottawa
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Parliament Hill
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Fairmont, Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(109 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Fairmont, Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(102 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Fairmont, Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(159 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Fairmont Room, 1 Queen Bed, View (Parliament View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Fairmont Room, 1 King Bed, View (Parliament View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(54 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Fairmont Double Room, 2 Double Beds, View (Parliament View)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Parliament View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds (Parliament View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Signature Room,1 King Bed (Parliament or Majors Hill Park View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Corner Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Corner Suite, 2 Double Beds

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 79 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 187 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Corner Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Fairmont Gold, Room, 1 King Bed

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Fairmont Gold, Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Large Fairmont Gold King

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Fairmont Gold, Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Ottawa

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Ottawa hotel, you'll find Rideau Canal and Byward Market Square. Elgin Street and Rideau Centre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Rideau Canal - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Rideau Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Byward Market Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Parliament Hill - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Rideau Station - 3 min walk
  • Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station) - 10 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪JOEY Rideau - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Purdys Chocolatier - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Freshly Squeezed - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5-star luxury hotel near Byward Market Square
Fairmont Chateau Laurier offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. There are 3 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. Spa services, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury Fairmont Chateau Laurier. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Ottawa hotel is smoke free.

  • 426 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1912
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
Fairmont Chateau Laurier offers 426 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Ottawa hotel provides wired and wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Microwaves, hypo-allergenic bedding, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (CAD 15.76 per day); wired internet (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (CAD 15.76 per night)

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered valet parking on site (CAD 67.80 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CAD 42 per person
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from January 5 to January 16:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 60 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 42 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: CAD 15.76 per day (rates may vary)
  • Fee for in-room wired internet: CAD 15.76 per night (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: CAD 15.76 per night (rates may vary)
  • Uncovered valet parking fee: CAD 67.80 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CAD 60 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • In-room microwave fee: CAD 25 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Fairmont Chateau Laurier Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1902 out of 3032 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 587 out of 3032 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 313 out of 3032 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 117 out of 3032 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 113 out of 3032 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Pamela, Montreal

Liked: Amenities
Great location and experience. The café and the lounge with live music were stand out experiences. I missed the house doggie though! Maybe next time ;)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rathin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful room !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Wendy

Travelled with partner
We had to wait over an hour for the room when check in was at 4. Told our baggages would be brought to the room. Not done. Paying 16$ for wifi? Really. Would not recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kateryna

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
I had best birthday trip ever my daughter and I enjoyed it
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I liked the view!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Probably the nicest hotel I have ever stayed in. The ambience and charm combined with the age and the upkeep make this a truly special hotel. Right near the Byward Market and the parliament buildings. Lots of restaurants to choose from.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nhanci

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Couldn’t ask for a better experience even for 1 night Check in super easy! Staff was amazing Room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building and excellent area but the rooms need a retrofit. Furniture is nice and rooms are clean but the interior of the rooms need to be redone (Walls and trim)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Neel

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Its not worth the price- cleanliness is not maintained, washrooms as clean either nor the rooms. Limited breakfast menu for vegetarian/vegan. Staff is good however management must look into deep cleaning and maintaining the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel, such a great location, very clean, staff were all great, double beds instead of queens are strange but not terrible for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

SAILEE

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room view was terrible...no good amenities in the room. Washroom area is was okay nothing great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is courteous, the facilities are clean and adequate and the food at Zoe's is exquisite.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay in a King room

Check in was appalling - long queues. No apology. Queen room very small. Phil in reception sorted a free upgrade and made the stay very pleasant. Samuel the concierge was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025