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Rideau Heights Inn

2.0 star property
Motel near Carleton University in Ottawa

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Reception
Front of property
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds
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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
(114 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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(28 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 Vincent Massey Park 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
  • Algonquin College - 15 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Parliament Hill - 29 min drive - 32.8 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 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rideau Heights Inn on May 31, 2026 start from CA $149, 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. 544 out of 1159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 396 out of 1159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1159 reviews

8.8/10

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

10/10 Excellent

Olena

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Gurdit

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed. Wasn’t noisy even though it was busy. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Chris

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and really clean. Loved it Thsnks
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

LAMONT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room. Spaceous.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Timothy G

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and people at the desk very very nice. Would stay again !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Jose

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Armaan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic rooms for the price. No issues
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sandra, Iroquois

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean, bed comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Shane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and staff was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Natacha, Kapuskasing

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, nice CLEAN rooms, handy door side parking/unloading/loading. Great price, entrally located in a great area with shopping and restaurants close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Erik

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

10/10 Excellent

NIM CHI GLADYS

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staffs are nice and polite.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

pearldeep

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice spacious motel and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Berry

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Mazen

Stayed 1 night in Feb 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