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Rideau Heights Inn

2.0 star property
Motel near Carleton University in Ottawa

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Front of property
Suite, 1 Queen Bed
Reception
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(113 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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 Ernst & Young Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rideau Canal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nepean Sportsplex - 10 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Carleton University - 14 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Algonquin College - 15 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Byward Market Square - 29 min drive - 33.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mandarin Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪50 Two Breakfast & Lunch - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Hunt Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min drive

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

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

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private 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

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 May 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rideau Heights Inn on Jun 1, 2026 start from CA $136, 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 Rideau Carleton Raceway (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. 538 out of 1164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 401 out of 1164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1164 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ksenia

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The room was nice but they need staff to at least empty the garbage daily.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Semin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great hard-working staff and good room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Clarence

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful. We liked the location and the fact that it wasn’t part of a big complex.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Had a good stay! The room was clean, the staff were friendly, nothing overly fancy but the price was reasonable, but a great place to spend the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Wafa

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bugs in the room ( i have yhe photo, it was room #7). Rude front desk agent: he said that i am not allowed to stay in the reception/lobby and I should go to my car if i need to make any calls. I addition they didn't accpect to refund me.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Johanna

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff were friendly and helpful. However, the room itself had some issues: the heating was difficult to regulate, so it was either very hot or quite cold; the sink was wonky because the water tap kept shutting off; our room did not have a microwave while other rooms did; and we did not have our room made on the third night that we extended, even though we asked to have the room cleaned. Additionally, one mattress was incredibly uncomfortable: it was bigger than the base, so it was unstable on the sides, and it was very hard. Finally, the breakfast bar was not very convenient and it didn’t have many options; it also had nowhere for someone to sit so in order to take things back to the room we had to go multiple times through a snowstorm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Grant

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Li

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cosmin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and big enough for our family of 4. We had the king bed and to my surprise the extendable couch was great for the two of us adults to sleep in. The weather outside was -19 and bellow but the room was warm and cozy. For us the hotel was basically next to the basin where our kids had the water polo tournament at Napaean SportsPlex. The big parking space allows us to have the car park easy accessible right in front of our door.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Glen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
yes
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Liane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, had the necessary items - hair dryer, coffee maker. Beds were comfortable. Lots of towels. Fast and easy check in and check out. Was nice to grab a coffee and muffin when we had to leave at 6:30 this morning. We didn't use the TV. Had power cords attached to the night stand and by the TV which was very useful! Only reason for 4 start was there was a small whole in the bathroom ceiling. And the toilet shifted when getting on or off. But would recommend for location. And if all you want is somewhere to sleep it was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room easy checkin
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mélissa

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Katie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Paul Francis, Thunder Bay

Liked: Cleanliness
Front desk staff were friendly. Facility is a little dated but the bed was comfortable. Very good shower. Convenient location. Price was good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

tara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect and fairly priced!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andres, Burlington

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite old location, however, very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026