Rideau Heights Inn

Property class: 2
Motel near Carleton University in Ottawa

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A motel with multiple rooms, a parking area, and a lawn with trees and benches.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.
A residential area with a lawn, trees, and a house.
Front of property
A breakfast buffet with various pastries, fruits, and cereal containers.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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72 Rideau Heights Drive, Ottawa, ON, K2E 7A6
  • Place, Rideau Canal
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nepean Sportsplex
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Algonquin College
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(142 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

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About the area

Ottawa

Nepean stay.A stay at this Nepean motel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Rideau Canal and 3 miles (5 km) of Hog's Back Falls. Mooney's Bay Park and Carleton University are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Rideau Canal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nepean Sportsplex - 10 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Algonquin College - 15 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Canadian Tire Centre - 20 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Parliament Hill - 29 min drive - 32.8 km

Getting around

  • Ottawa Fallowfield Station - 7 min drive
  • Confederation Station - 7 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mandarin Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Agha Turkish Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Vittoria Trattoria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Rideau Heights Inn

Motel near Carleton University in Ottawa
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. The business-friendly Rideau Heights Inn also features a vending machine, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This Ottawa motel is smoke free.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Rideau Heights Inn offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters. 40-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Ottawa motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.0 per night

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Rideau Heights Inn to the airport?

Rideau Heights Inn is 3.1 mi (6-min drive) away from the Ottawa International Airport (YOW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rideau Heights Inn?

As of Nov 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rideau Heights Inn on Dec 5, 2026 start from CA $115, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Rideau Heights Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rideau Heights Inn.

Does Rideau Heights Inn offer free breakfast?

Rideau Heights Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Rideau Heights Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa (13-min drive) and Casino du Lac Leamy (18-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Rideau Heights Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Rideau Heights Inn?

This motel offers free self parking. Extended parking is available for a fee.

Does Rideau Heights Inn have a pool?

Rideau Heights Inn does not have a pool.

Does Rideau Heights Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Rideau Heights Inn to downtown Ottawa?

Rideau Heights Inn is 5.6 mi away from Ottawa.

Rideau Heights Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 591 out of 1247 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 425 out of 1247 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 1247 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1247 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1247 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
It was a place to rest our heads and the staff was welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, helpful staff, and good ambiance .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, comfortable quiet stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neat clean nice place to stay with family
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet location that was close to everywhere I needed to get to. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Reasonably priced and close to everything, room was quiet, bed very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet area , it was relaxing n room was kept clean. Easy to get to shopping n restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and comfortable accommodations. Nice and clean too. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good it was perfect for what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and no issues. Would recommend for a stay. Convenient for outside of downtown Ottawa stays
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well maintained and excellent staff. Will stay again, when in Ottawa.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location yet quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean and the staff were super friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a comfortable and cozy place to spend a night. Super convenient to the airport and very affordable. The place feels a bit stuck in time, but in a quaint and well-cared for way, like visiting your Grandma’s house. Recommending to all our friends and family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very well cared for and very clean. I enjoyed my stay and felt very safe there. The public transport to town was great and easy to find. Too bad front desk staff didn’t know about it at check in time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and easy access from main road
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic room with functioning A/C, good value, friendly staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent for the price,clean and comfortable. Great for budget travel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good place, clean and confortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great for my short stay. Loved the breakfast being offered as well as the open area in front of the hotel. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026