The British Hotel

2.0 star property
Gatineau hotel in Aylmer area

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Lobby sitting area
Luxury Suite | Living area
Standard Room
Lobby sitting area
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Bar

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71 Rue Principale, Gatineau, QC, J9H 3L6
  • Place, Centre Culturel du Vieux-Aylmer
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Marina Aylmer Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Canadian Tire Centre
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 3 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Executive Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Classic Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Business Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Business Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Basic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Gatineau

Aylmer stay.With a stay at this Aylmer hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Marina Aylmer Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Kōena Spa. Parliament Hill and Byward Market Square are within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Centre Culturel du Vieux-Aylmer - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Marina Aylmer Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Byward Market Square - 22 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Parliament Hill - 24 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Canadian Tire Centre - 36 min drive - 36.2 km

Getting around

  • Bayview Station - 16 min drive
  • Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station) - 26 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Microbrasserie 5e Baron - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rôtisserie St-Hubert - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The British Hotel

Gatineau hotel in Aylmer area
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. For a fee, parking is available.
  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The British Hotel offers 8 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (CAD 22 per day)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 30 per pet, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of CAD 20
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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.

  • Self parking fee: CAD 22 per day
  • Pet fee: CAD 30 per pet, per stay plus CAD 20 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Property Registration Number 286661, 2026-08-31

Property is also known as

The British Hotel Hotel
The British Hotel Gatineau
The British Hotel Hotel Gatineau

Frequently asked questions

How close is The British Hotel to the airport?

The British Hotel is 15.9 mi (36-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 The British Hotel?

As of Jul 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The British Hotel on Jul 5, 2026 start from CA $131, 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 The British Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The British Hotel.

Does The British Hotel offer free breakfast?

The British Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The British Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino du Lac Leamy (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The British Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The British Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for CAD 22 per day.

Does The British Hotel have a pool?

The British Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The British Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The British Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The British Hotel to downtown Gatineau?

The British Hotel is 7 mi away from Gatineau.

The British Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 255 out of 379 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 379 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 379 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 379 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 379 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly renovated, clean, easy check in/out, the pub has terrific food/drink and staff we did see were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jene-Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was the perfect stay. Really great neighborhood fantastic value and easiest check in and check out ever! Best part of the vacation was the hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bobi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recommend this property to everyone. Very spacious, clean and the bed was the best I’ve slept in. Feel asleep fast and woke up refreshed in this bed. Walking distance to food and cafes. Safe area to walk around.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Roomy, clean, modern. Great value.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful and unique place.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bobi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the bed was the softest I’ve ever slept in. Woke up refreshed and ready for my day. I’d recommend this hotel to everyone. The street it’s on has so many amenities to eat and hang out. Big and spacious room. I stayed in room 203.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jorg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfull room/suite. Great restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a relaxing place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room is clean, well located. Great Restaurant attaches to the building-great menu.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kateryna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facility is pet friendly, has a dog wash station at the ground floor. Apartment is very clean and nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was very clean and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent little boutique hotel! Room was spacious and very clean. Staff at the bar down below were so friendly and welcoming! A the little coffee shop next door! Cute area to explore would love to come here in the summer
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exceeded our expectations. We liked how spacious and clean it was and well stocked with full fridge and kitchen and enough supplies. Nice clean shower and washroom, comfy beds, lovely decor. Super simple check in and out. Absolutely no complaints and definitely would recommend and return!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean…
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kaara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying, really lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love coming back here, great price, clean rooms, great atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ross David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room!! Quiet little area!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious and clean room with a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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4/10 Poor

Francis

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stinky, loud and cheap
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great appartment, super clean and cozy. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyesd my stay the only downside is that the room is not serviced the American way i stayed in room 208 it can get noisy the weekend from guest from the restaurant smoking outside the window all problems that inhad was handle right away or next business day
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was perfect and the self check in check out was seamless and easy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joalet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless and beautiful. Great for a hotel established in 1834!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025