Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 star property

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Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Terrace/patio
Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON, K1N 8S7
  • Place, Rideau Canal
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Byward Market Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Parliament Hill
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, 2 Double Beds (Fairmont Room)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(125 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Fairmont, Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(115 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Fairmont, Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(210 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Fairmont Room, 1 Queen Bed, View (Parliament View)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Fairmont Room, 1 King Bed, View (Parliament View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(60 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Fairmont Double Room, 2 Double Beds, View (Parliament View)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Parliament View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds (Parliament View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Signature Room,1 King Bed (Parliament or Majors Hill Park View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • City view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Corner Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Corner Suite, 2 Double Beds

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 79 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 187 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Corner Suite, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Fairmont Gold, Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Fairmont Gold, Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Large Fairmont Gold King

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Fairmont Gold, Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

3 restaurants, an indoor pool and a fitness centre are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe and valet parking. Housekeeping is available on request.
Fairmont Chateau Laurier offers 426 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Microwaves, hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Fairmont Chateau Laurier. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Byward Market Square. Free WiFi in public areas, 3 restaurants and an indoor pool are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Enjoy international cuisine while dining at Akira Back
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and a porter
  • On-site recreation includes a gym and bicycles to rent
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Rideau Canal and Elgin Street
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Fairmont Chateau Laurier offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness centre. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. Spa services, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury Fairmont Chateau Laurier. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Ottawa hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Akira Back – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and only serves breakfast.
Zoe's Lounge – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Open selected days.
Emilie's Terrasse – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open selected days.
Cafe Laurier – On-site coffee shop. Open daily.
Late-night fare is available from room service (during limited hours).

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of the World.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered valet parking on site (CAD 67.80 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CAD 42 per person
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Akira Back
  • Cafe Laurier
  • Emilie's Terrasse
  • Zoe's Lounge

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 6 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1912
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Late-night room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 60 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately CAD 42 per person
  • Valet parking fee: CAD 67.80 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CAD 60 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • In-room microwave fee: CAD 25 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 3 children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Chateau Fairmont Laurier
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Fairmont Chateau Laurier Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2217 out of 3479 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 669 out of 3479 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 347 out of 3479 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 130 out of 3479 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 116 out of 3479 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Devang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, clean room , helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

meiying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly, the room conditions were great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the historic charm and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and great staff throughout the hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful decor and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chloë

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place with great staff at a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful, pleasant and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a beautiful place, great service and everyone is respectful and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely stay in the beautiful historic hotel in the heart of down town Ottawa
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Taryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great front desk staff, very professional and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room & pleasant staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is beautiful and located right by Byward Market with plenty of options for dining. We had a great experience overall, and the staff were very helpful and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was amazing and the staff were very pleasant to deal with. Highly recommend this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff were super nice, hotel is beautiful. Art deco is gorgeous!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with great service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful ambiance, helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great, clean, staff are the best.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Service, staff friendly & helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel and central location. Everything was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Evin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly, rooms and common areas were very clean. Love that they have a hotel dog (wish we could have seen him!). Thank you for a great stay, we greatly enjoyed Ottawa and the Chateau Laurier!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Excellent location. Very walkable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026