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Holiday Inn Ottawa East by IHG

Stay at Holiday Inn Ottawa East by IHG, a 3.9-star hotel with indoor pool, restaurant, and LGBTQ+ friendly facilities near Parliament Hill and museums.

1199 Joseph Cyr St, Ottawa, ON K1J 7T4, Canada View on map
7.8/10
Good Based on 2298 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Paid breakfast Free parking Accessible Indoor pool
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable stays with attentive service and practical amenities

Visitors appreciate the clean and cozy rooms, outstanding front desk service, and convenient location near shopping and attractions. Breakfast and onsite dining receive positive remarks, while the hotel’s welcoming, pet-friendly environment adds to its appeal.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly and helpful front desk staff providing warm, personalized service
  • Clean, comfortable rooms with thoughtful touches like complimentary water and chocolates
  • Good quality breakfast and restaurant meals with attentive dining staff
  • Refreshing infused water served daily near the front desk
  • Pet-friendly policy and well-maintained indoor pool

Worth knowing

  • Rooms are modest in size but well kept and cozy
  • Located in a large rural area, within walking distance to the Saint Laurent mall
  • Complimentary and monitored parking with electric car plug-ins available
  • Mixed reviews reflect a straightforward, no-frills hotel experience
  • Some upgrades and special requests fulfilled by staff, enhancing guest satisfaction

Best for

  • Travelers seeking comfortable, reliable accommodations with attentive customer service
  • Guests looking for a pet-friendly hotel option in Ottawa East
  • Visitors planning to explore nearby attractions like museums, galleries, and shopping centers
  • Those valuing practical amenities such as indoor pool, free parking, and easy access to transit
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About this property

Welcome to Holiday Inn Ottawa East by IHG

Holiday Inn Ottawa East by IHG offers informal rooms and suites in a straightforward, unassuming building located at 1199 Joseph Cyr St in Ottawa’s east end. The property features practical amenities such as an indoor pool and an on-site restaurant and bar, Myra Bar & Kitchen, which serves American cuisine and has received positive feedback for its food quality and atmosphere.

The hotel’s setting is convenient for visitors interested in exploring notable nearby attractions including the National Gallery of Canada, Parliament Hill, and the Canadian Museum of History. Guests appreciate its proximity to local shopping, like the Saint Laurent mall within walking distance, and value the peacefulness of the large rural area nearby. The Ottawa International Airport is accessible within approximately 20 minutes by car, making the location suitable for both leisure and business travelers.

Customer reviews highlight the comfort and cleanliness of the rooms as well as attentive and warm service from the front desk staff, which contributes positively to the guest experience. A mix of visitors praise the complimentary amenities such as breakfast and infused water service, along with the hotel’s LGBTQ+ friendly environment. Some feedback points to the straightforward nature of the facilities, aligning with its 3.9-star rating and practical approach without luxury pretensions.

Alongside its hotel function, the property also serves as a conference center and wedding venue, appealing to those needing event space in addition to accommodations. This makes it a versatile option for travelers who are attending events or seeking convenient meeting facilities in Ottawa East.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Paid breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Indoor pool
Air-conditioned
Business center
Pet-friendly
Room service
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Hot tub
Fitness center
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Airport shuttle
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

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Alex Banaag Apr 17, 2026
10

I had a wonderful overnight stay at Holiday Inn Ottawa East. The room was clean, cozy, and very comfortable. I truly appreciated the complimentary bottle of water and chocolates, as well as the complimentary breakfast at Myra’s. The breakfast was excellent—fresh, delightful, and very satisfying. I was especially impressed with the service from the front desk. Mel gave me a very warm and welcoming greeting, which made my stay even more pleasant. Overall, I was very satisfied with my experience. This is definitely one of the best places to stay in Ottawa East, and I would happily recommend it to others.

TE
The explorer Apr 08, 2026
10

This is a very nice hotel. Rooms are clean, good location because it's within walking distance to the #SaintLaurent mall. There is a pool and breakfast is warm and good. But what I liked the most was the service. The girl at the front desk was very professional and accommodated my requests. I asked her to take champagne to my daughter and son-in-law's room because it was their first night as a married couple. In addition to doing me the favour, they also upgraded their room, without being asked. It's actions like these that make people like me choose their hotel chain to stay, whenever needed.

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Akshay Dadwal Mar 20, 2026
10

I always have a great stay at this Holiday Inn. The hotel was clean, comfortable, and well maintained, making the experience very pleasant overall. What really stood out was the excellent service at the front desk, especially SAGAR. He always greet warmly with a smile, was polite, helpful, and genuinely a great person to interact with. His positive attitude made a big difference and truly enhanced my stay. Highly recommend this hotel for both the comfort and the outstanding customer service.

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Andreea Demirgian Mar 10, 2026
10

Loved my stay at the Holiday Inn. I was very pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food they serve at breakfast at dinner. Very tasty and nicely presented. Samir was very attentive with me every morning and even remembered my preferences when it comes to food. I was very impressed. Highly recommend!

MF
Mauricio Fantazzini Jan 17, 2026
10

We had a great stay at this hotel. The room was very comfortable and exceeded our expectations. I’d also like to highlight the excellent service from Lays and Sam — both were incredibly attentive and made our experience even better. Overall, an excellent choice. Highly recommended!

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Ірина Буняк Dec 29, 2025
10

We love Holiday Inn! Whenever we having a short trips - we’re choosing Holiday Inn. The biggest benefit is that they’re pet friendly. We love our stay, and definitely will choose this hotel over and over again. Beds were super comfortable, rooms small but very clean, food is good. Swimming pool was warm and also clean.

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Sarah Farrow Dec 28, 2025
8.0

The water beside the front desk was delicious and so refreshing!!! Everyday was a different infusion of fruits or veggies. My husband filled his water bottle plenty of times during our stay and told everyone - and I mean EVERYONE - how good the water is LOL! The location is good. There was a huge two-story mall across the street. The parking is private and monitored. Parking was free. It had plenty of plug-ins for electric cars. All of the staff we interacted with were very kind, courteous and professional. Also knowledgeable about the hotel and surrounding areas, restaurants, things to do, etc. The staff - from the managers, the front desk, the housekeepers, and maintenance crew who we interacted with were all so welcoming and friendly. They made it feel really special in a way I can't describe. One thing I noticed, and the only thing that I had a concern about, was on our floor (9) the carpeting was wrinkled and separating in the hallway. This is a tripping hazard, & my concern is there could be someone (elderly especially) unstable on their feet who could have a serious fall if they tripped over those vertical humps. (There was a hockey camp or something hockey related going on during our stay. The hotel, the elevators, the lobby, the stairs, the pool, and floors were FLOODED with young rambunctious boys. They were loud. Bratty. And to a lot of guests, they were very annoying. We heard so many guests getting very upset with the kids and how no one was stopping their unpleasant behaviours. It did look like the staff felt very uncomfortable and bothered by them, especially when they were all over the lobby and/or playing around in the elevators unsupervised - not letting anyone on, pushing all the buttons, etc. But you know what? None of that was the hotel's fault. These were just kids being kids. To the people that were upset and let the boys' rambunctious behaviours ruin their vacation: I feel sorry for you. Have a glass of water and take a seat. It's gonna be awhile for the elevators, you'll get there eventually.)

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Grant Allister Dec 26, 2025
10

The water by the front desk was absolutely delicious and so refreshing! Every day featured a different infusion of fruits or vegetables. My husband refilled his water bottle multiple times during our stay and made sure to tell everyone—and I mean everyone—how good it was, LOL! The location is great, with a huge two-story mall right across the street. Parking is private, monitored, and free, with plenty of plug-ins for electric cars.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Holiday Inn Ottawa East by IHG

Gloucester, Ottawa, ON, Canada

Large rural area with the Canada Aviation & Space Museum, Mer Bleue Bog trails & shopping centres.

  • Ottawa 28 min Walk
  • St-Laurent 11 min Walk
  • St-Laurent / Ogilvie 4 min Walk
  • Ottawa International Airport 19 min Car · 36 min Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Ontario. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

National Gallery of Canada 10,441 reviews

National Gallery of Canada

380 Sussex Dr, Ottawa, ON K1N 9N4, Canada

4.7 · Art Gallery
Parliament Hill 39,444 reviews

Parliament Hill

Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0A9, Canada

4.7 · Historical Place
Canadian Museum of History 14,131 reviews

Canadian Museum of History

100 Rue Laurier, Gatineau, QC K1A 0M8, Canada

4.6 · History Museum
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