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Sonder Rideau

3.0 star property
Hotel convenient to University of Ottawa, aimed at LGBTQ+ guests

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Interior
Premium bedding, laptop workspace, bed sheets
Exterior
43-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, streaming services
Exterior
In the heart of Downtown Ottawa, Sonder Rideau is a haven for those who crave adventure and relaxation. Challenge friends to a game in the arcade or unwind with a workout at the 24-hour gym. With public WiFi, luggage storage, and attentive staff nearby guests appreciate its prime location.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Microwave
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (6)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Air conditioning
  • Arcade/game room
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Television
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
  • Bathtub or shower
The current price is R2 328
R2 762 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
  • 74 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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43-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, streaming services

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
  • 64 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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43-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, streaming services

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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43-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, streaming services

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
  • 87 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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43-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, streaming services

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 62 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 34 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The price is R2 170
R2 575 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
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About the area

Map
161 Laurier Avenue West, Ottawa, ON, K1P 5J2

What's nearby

  • National Arts Centre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Ottawa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Byward Market Square - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Parliament Hill - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 22 min drive
  • Ottawa Station - 11 min drive
  • Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station) - 11 min drive
  • Ottawa Fallowfield Station - 26 min drive
  • Parliament Station - 7 min walk
  • Rideau Station - 11 min walk
  • Lyon Station - 13 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Ottawa City Hall - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Browns Socialhouse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grill Forty One - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Scone Witch - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire place to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sonder Rideau

Sonder Rideau puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Rideau Canal and University of Ottawa. Also, Rogers Centre Ottawa and Byward Market Square are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Parliament Station is 7 minutes and Rideau Station is 11 minutes.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 205 rooms
    • Arranged over 14 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • Guests are recommended to download the property's Sonder mobile app before check-in
    • Please note that the lobby is located on the 1st floor.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 3 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
PETS

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to LGBTQ guests

Property amenities

Activities

  • Golfing

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge

Policies

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sonder Rideau offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sonder Rideau does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Sonder Rideau?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Sonder Rideau?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Sonder Rideau.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonder Rideau?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Sonder Rideau?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino du Lac Leamy (8-min drive) and Rideau Carleton Raceway (19-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Sonder Rideau and nearby?

Sonder Rideau has a 24-hour fitness center and an arcade.

What's the area around Sonder Rideau like?

Sonder Rideau is a short 7-minute walk from Parliament Station and 6 minutes' walk from Rideau Canal. The local area is considered walkable as well as being good for sightseeing.

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Sonder Rideau Reviews

Reviews

9,2

Wonderful

9,4/10

Cleanliness

9,2/10

Staff & service

9,2/10

Amenities

9,4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9,0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • The gym was a great addition to the property, well maintained and enjoyable. (11 reviews)
  • Convenient location with a variety of dining options nearby. (8 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place to stay with Great location
Kaila, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Eton, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous stay!

We loved our stay at the sonder. Our 1 bed apartment was huge and had everything needed. Fabulous living room and very comfy bed. Kitchen is very well equipped. Building is lovely and had great facilities. It's in a fabulous spot in Ottawa too.
laura, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect !
Sophie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place!
Marharyta, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

loved it

this was a beautiful place to stay. thank you
Vincent, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay especially for the price!
Lois, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent kitchen. Large clean bathroom w great shower. Comfy bed & quiet room
Cynthia, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very helpful staff, great amount of space in the clean room, reasonably priced for the neighbourhood. A great spot to stay for work!
Olivia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was our first time in a Sonder property and it was great. We will definitely stay in them again!
Dawn, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice rooms, lots of space and comfortable.
Dallas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, quiet, friendly, and helpful staff, secure parking garage in basement, walkable area to many attractions.

10/10 Exceptional

So well located.

My go-to stay in Ottawa. Clean, convenient, and spacious.
C. Scott, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is centrally located and exceeded our expectations!
Tammie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very friendly and helpful with first time check in with Sonder!
Cherlynn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Great value. Really convenient

10/10 Exceptional

Nice interior and good location!
Vienna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Downtown

It was a wonderful hotel. We have stayed multiple times and will come stay there again. Great location.
Cody, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was fine, i really enjoyed my stay at Sonder,
Jean Richard, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Centrally located, spacious and cheap.
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, decent place to stay!

The building is very conveniently located, east to find and close to all the places of interest in town. The apartment was clean, modern and comfortable. Great value for the price!
Lobby
Lobby
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good no frills style hotel with everything you need like a kitchenette in the room. The price is excellent for the location
Suzanne, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stay at this location was very convenient and room was quiet and clean. The friendly and accommodating staff made up for any lack of amenities. Please keep the front desk staff and go to self check in.
gail christine, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was very nice having amenities in your room for coffee and a kitchenette. Also there was laundry machines on each floor, if you need them. Perfect location, we walked everywhere.
Pat, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Recommend！
Yuechen, 1-night trip