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Fairmont Chateau Laurier

1 Rideau St-Building A, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N8S7

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Nov 24, 2026
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Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Luxurious Accommodation and Dining

    Step into elegance at Chateau Laurier Fairmont, where historic charm meets modern luxury. Indulge in spacious rooms with flat-screen TVs and elegant dining options like Zoé’s Lounge and Wilfrid’s Restaurant.

  • Wellness and Fitness

    Unwind and stay active with free access to the on-site health club, featuring a modern fitness centre with personal flat-screen TVs on machines. Relax by the indoor pool or explore the nearby Major’s Hill Park for a rejuvenating experience.

  • Prime Location

    Located in central Ottawa, adjacent to iconic landmarks like the Parliament Buildings and Rideau Canal, our hotel offers convenience and luxury. With the Ottawa Convention Centre and Rideau Centre Mall just steps away, experience the best of the city during your stay.

Book now for an unforgettable experience at Fairmont Chateau Laurier!

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Professional staff

  • Great location

  • Comfortable rooms

At the hotel

Popular amenities

73 listed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Air conditioning
  • Allergy-free room
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Business center
  • Cashless payment available
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Pools & wellness

  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Indoor pool
  • Massage services
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Kid meals
  • Restaurant
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Fitness center
  • Terrace

Rooms & comfort

  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Dry cleaning
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Safety deposit box
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Valet parking

Guest services

  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Pet basket
  • Pet bowls
  • Pets allowed
  • Walking tours

Services & essentials

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Mobile app for room service
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Room service
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

2,645 reviews
2/ 10
Rien
francois · extended group · 2026-10-23

The guest experience

Loved most

  • Professional staff
  • Great location
  • Comfortable rooms
  • Excellent views

Worth knowing — Service delays in certain areas · Cleanliness issues due to building age

How guests scored the stay

  • Location9.8

    The location is frequently described as excellent and convenient.

  • Service9.8

    Most reviews praised the professionalism and attentiveness of the staff.

  • Overall Experience9.3

    Overall, guests had a positive experience with very few negative comments.

  • Room Quality9.3

    Rooms were spacious, clean, and comfortable with great views.

  • Amenities8.8

    Good amenities were offered, although some improvements in dining access were mentioned.

  • Cleanliness8.3

    Some cleanliness issues were noted regarding maintenance in older facilities.

  • Food and Beverage8.3

    The food quality was appreciated, but some service delays were noted.

  • Value for Money8.3

    The price aligns with the reputation, though some felt it should be better for the rate.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Mixed experiences

71% of 14 recent stays rated 8+

  • Reclasser en 4 étoiles déçu par les hôtels Fairmont

    2/10

    francois · extended group · 2026-10-23

    “Rien”

  • It was wonderful, the staff so helpful and great location.

    10/10

    Mary Janet · extended group · 2026-10-22

    “Beautiful and historic”

  • Prima overnachting

    5/10

    René · family with children · 2026-10-22

    “Het personeel (receptionist, conciërge waren bijzonder vriendeljjk) en de centrale locatie.”

  • o hotel foi pra mim um dos pontos turístico da minha viagem

    10/10

    Nelson · family with children · 2026-10-22

    “ficar num hotel com uma historia que faz parte da cidade, muda toda a experiencia da viagem. recomendo muito ficar no hotel e o melhor aproveitar todas as dependências do hotel para que a imersão seja completa”

  • Its was an awesome experience

    9/10

    Okpe · family with children · 2026-10-21

    “Lovely scenery”

  • Elegant, historic hotel close to shops and restaurants.

    10/10

    Christina · couple · 2026-10-21

    “This was a very elegant historic hotel. Our room was quite large. We enjoyed the indoor pool. The location was great.”

  • Guest review

    9/10

    Irvine · family with children · 2026-10-20

    “Beautiful common areas and great location.”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Francisco Ramirez · family with children · 2026-10-19

    “It was the first time that I had scheduled at the one of the Fairmont hotels. I was a worker before in México and we always treated our customers and bring them all the best. And now I'm proud to be a guest with you. Thank you so much to all the staff that bring happiness.”

  • Beautiful, grand hotel in downtown Ottawa.

    9/10

    Tracie · couple · 2026-10-17

    “It’s a beautiful, grand hotel with significant Canadian history. The location is fabulous, next door to the parliament buildings and in the heart of Ottawa. Most key sights are within walking distance.”

  • Nice stay

    10/10

    Raul · couple · 2026-10-16

    “All was nice in the hotel”

  • Fantastic

    10/10

    Ron · couple · 2026-10-16

    “Outstanding”

  • Guest review

    6/10

    Nitin · family with children · 2026-10-16

    “Location”

  • Once more than enough or try Westin

    7/10

    Mohammadreza · couple · 2026-10-15

    “Location, historical hotel,”

  • Great time will definetly go back

    10/10

    Cooper · couple · 2026-10-15

    “The location was excellent within walking distance of most attraction”

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