Located in the heart of downtown Ottawa, the Westin Ottawa is a great place for families. Rooms range from traditional room types all the way to specialty suites. Each room is equipped with floor-to-ceiling windows perfect for checking out the city from above.

In the lobby, you’ll find a large dog pen where a dog waiting for a forever home is in residence. Once adopted, another dog moves in. The dog is available for walks and is at the ready to welcome guests to the hotel.

The hotel is attached to a large shopping center with an entrance directly from the third floor of the hotel. Across the street, you’ll find Chapters, a large Canadian bookstore, with a Starbucks and kids’ section full of toys to play with. The hotel is steps from the historic ByWard market, Parliament Hill and plenty of family-friendly restaurants in Ottawa.

All rooms are outfitted with small refrigerators and in-room coffeemakers. Cribs are available for babies at no extra cost. Rollaway cots are also available at a cost of $35 CAD a night. Connecting rooms are available upon request but cannot be guaranteed at booking.

Traditional Guest Room
This room has one king or two double beds and a city view. One crib or cot is permitted, sleeping a maximum of five people.

Deluxe Room
This room has one king or two double beds and either a Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal, Gatineau, Quebec or ByWard Market view depending on availability. One crib or cot is permitted, sleeping a maximum of five.

Junior Suite
This room has one king bed in the master bedroom and a separate living room with a sleeper sofa and either a Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal, Gatineau, Quebec, ByWard Market or city view depending on availability. One crib or cot is permitted, sleeping a maximum of five.

Pool
The indoor pool is perfect for families. With steps into the shallow end, the pool is a manageable 12 meters long and 7 meters wide. Parents will also love the large indoor hot tub and outdoor patio space.

Daly's Restaurant
Located on the third floor of the hotel, Daly's Restaurant is open for breakfast daily, lunch on Saturday and Sunday brunch. Guests can choose items from an extensive breakfast bar or order straight from the menu. Many allergy-free and gluten-free options are available. Some room packages include the breakfast buffet. Daly's is open from Monday to Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. On Saturday and Sunday, it is open from 6:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Shore Club Restaurant & Bar
Located on the lobby level of the hotel, The Shore Club is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week. While the Shore Club is a popular after-work spot, it is also incredibly family-friendly. Delicious cuts of beef and fresh seafood are available, as well as a kids' menu with pasta and chicken fingers. The Shore Club is open from 11:30 a.m. to 1 a.m. Mondays through Friday, 1 p.m. to 12 a.m. on Saturdays and 2 p.m. to midnight on Sundays.

In-Room Dining
Twenty four-hour in-room dining is available at the Westin featuring the Westin Eat-Well Menu for kids and adults, as well as regular options such as hamburgers, sandwiches and soups.

All About the Extras
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is available at a cost of $10.95 CAD per 24-hour period or $14.95 for Wi-Fi with streaming capabilities

Fitness Center
There is a 24-hour fitness center onsite, as well as a run concierge who offers a medium paced run along the Rideau Canal on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings at 6:30 a.m.

Pet Policy
The Westin Ottawa is a dog-friendly hotel that welcomes dogs up to 80 pounds. A Westin Dog Bed is provided for your pet in the room. There is a fee charged for any damage done to the room.

Check-In and Check-Out Times
Guests are welcome to check-in at 3 p.m. and must check out by 12 noon.

Parking
Indoor valet parking is available for $2 CAD per day with unlimited access to the vehicle. Indoor self parking is available for 25 CAD per day with full in and out privileges.

The Art of Smart Timing
The hotel is busy year-round welcoming guests for business and leisure travel. For lower rates, try to avoid downtown festivals, which include the annual Winterlude Festival in February and the annual Tulip Festival in May, as well as the months of July and August when Canadian children are not in school.

Getting There
The nearest airport is the Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Airport (YOW). The hotel is easy to reach from the airport. When leaving the airport, simply follow the Airport Parkway, which becomes Bronson Ave. Once you reach the Rideau Canal, turn right onto Colonel By Drive. Turn right into The Westin Ottawa driveway.

Getting Around
Once in Ottawa, you will likely find that most attractions are within walking distance of the hotel. The Ottawa Transit system will help you to reach further destinations with small children, and kids 5 and under ride free. Family passes are also available, and several bus stops are available within a short walk of the hotel.