HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES OTTAWA AIRPORT BY IHG | Airport hotel in Ottawa | From 129$/Night

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2881 Gibford Drive, Ottawa, Canada, K1V 2L9

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Ottawa Airport By Ihg, a 3-star hotel near the airport, is located 3 miles from Macdonald Cartier International Airport (YOW) with a complimentary shuttle service operating Monday to Friday. The property provides easy access to downtown Ottawa, 7.5 miles away, and is close to the Infinity Convention Center, Ray Chabot Grant Thornton Baseball Stadium, and St Laurent Shopping Centre. Many popular tourist attractions, including Parliament Hill and the Canadian War Museum, are within a short distance.

Comfortable Accommodations

The hotel offers 92 rooms, including 22 suites, all featuring air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and free high-speed internet. Guests can choose from queen or king rooms, some with separate living areas and sleeper sofas. Each room includes a microwave, refrigerator, and plush bedding with a selection of pillows.

Dining Convenience

A complimentary Express Start Breakfast is served daily, featuring hot and cold options. The lobby provides free coffee and tea, and off-site restaurant delivery is available. Kids eat free, making it convenient for families.

Recreation & Relaxation

Guests can relax in the indoor heated pool or use the fitness center, open from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Nearby attractions include Mont Cascades for skiing and hiking, as well as guided walking tours of Ottawa. The Nordik Spa is also within easy reach.

Business Facilities

The Holiday Inn Express Ottawa Airport offers two meeting rooms with 750 sq ft of combined space, free high-speed internet, and office supplies. Business travelers can utilize the on-site business center with printing and copying services. The hotel’s proximity to the airport and major business hubs makes it a practical choice.

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4 persons

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2 King Size Beds

Coffee machine

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Getting around

Transportation options available

City Center

Ottawa 5.3 mi

Airports

Macdonald Cartier (YOW) 2.5 mi

Gatineau (YND) 21.1 mi

Train

Ottawa Train Station 5.2 mi

Train400 ft

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport

Internet

Internet access

Free parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Internet access
Parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Baggage storage
Elevator
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Services

Free airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

Restaurant

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location info

2881 Gibford Drive, Ottawa, Canada, K1V 2L9

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2881 Gibford Drive, Ottawa, Canada, K1V 2L9

City landmarks

Parks

Mooney's Bay Park and Beach

2.2 mi

Museums

Canada Agriculture and Food Museum

3.7 mi

4899 Uplands Dr

Ernst & Young Centre

1.1 mi

Church of Perfect Liberty

3300 ft

Chaplain Services

3800 ft

Events

EY Centre

1.3 mi

Wendy Stewart Pond

4800 ft

Church

Emmanuel Apostolic Church

4900 ft

Mall

South Keys Shopping Centre

1.1 mi

South Keys Code

5000 ft

Airport

Ottawa International Airport

1.3 mi

Hunt Club Bingo

1.1 mi

Mosque

Mosque of Mercy

1.2 mi

Quarry Pillar

1.2 mi

Jubilee Apostolic United Pentecostal Church

1.4 mi

Church

Anglican Church Of The Resurrection

1.5 mi

Church

Holy Cross Parish

1.5 mi

Jim Durrell Recreation Centre

2.1 mi

Waterfall

Hog's Back Falls

2.5 mi

St. Stefan Serbian Orthodox Church

1.6 mi

Church

Metropolitan Bible Church

1.8 mi

Gurdwara Sahib of Ottawa

1.8 mi

A Brief History of Ottawa

1.8 mi

Church

St. Elias Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral

1.9 mi

RCCG Overcomers' Chapel

1.9 mi

Saint Elias Banquet Ctr

1.9 mi

Church

Rccg

1.9 mi

Mooney's Bay Park

2.1 mi

Canadian School of Natural

2.0 mi

Ottawa Airport Plane Spotting

2.0 mi

Nearby

Church of Perfect Liberty

3800 ft

Restaurants

Cafe Hiraeth

400 ft

2900 Gibford Drive Unit 114

A & W

400 ft

2870 Gibford Dr

The Royal Oak

1000 ft

800 Hunt Club Rd

Pizza Lovers

1000 ft

800 Hunt Club Rd

Chef Bento

1000 ft

800 Hunt Club Rd

Hong Kong Chinese Food Takeout

1000 ft

800 Hunt Club Rd

Greek On Wheels

1000 ft

800 Hunt Club Rd

Guest scores and detailed hotel feedback

Past guest experiences and opinions

84%

enjoyed their visit and would return

modern rooms

complimentary airport shuttle

limited dining options

average location

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

8.6

Location

8.6

Service

9.0

Dining

7.2

Kieran

United Kingdom, April 2024

7.6/10

The hotel is in a convenient location, close to the airport and a few local stores. The rooms are modern and comfortable, offering a great breakfast experience in bed. The service was exceptional with free airport shuttle available. However, the dining options were somewhat limited. Overall, a good value for money stay.

Rooms

8.0

The renovated rooms on the 3rd level were comfortable with a cozy bed and included breakfast.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch with excellent amenities like dry cleaning, housekeeping, and a complimentary airport shuttle.

Location

7.0

The hotel is conveniently close to the airport and some local shops, making it easy for travelers.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was decent, but the variety of traditional local products could be improved.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers great facilities suitable for a comfortable stay.

modern rooms

limited dining options

Bob

United States of America, March 2024

8.6/10

This hotel is was super handy to the airport, making it very convenient for travelers like me. The room I stayed in was on the renovated 3rd level and it was just what I needed for a good night's rest. The bed was comfortable, and the breakfast provided was a nice touch. However, there were some minor drawbacks that affected my overall experience.

Rooms

8.5

The room on the renovated 3rd level was cozy and perfect for a relaxing stay, especially the comfortable bed.

Service

9.0

The service provided, including dry cleaning and housekeeping, was efficient and helpful during my stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location close to the airport was a huge plus for me, as I was looking for a convenient place to stay near the airport.

Dining

7.5

I enjoyed the included Danish pastries as part of the dining experience during my stay.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel's facilities were sufficient for my needs, providing a comfortable stay overall.

Derek

United Kingdom, December 2023

8.8/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel. The rooms were comfortable with a nice bed and included breakfast, which was a great touch. I enjoyed having breakfast in bed; it felt like a luxury. The service was excellent with convenient amenities like dry cleaning and housekeeping. The location is super-handy to the airport, making it convenient for travelers. However, the proximity to a sex shop nearby was a bit unexpected.

Rooms

9.0

The renovated 3rd level rooms were comfortable with a cozy bed.

Service

9.0

The service exceeded my expectations, with great offerings like dry cleaning, housekeeping, and a free airport shuttle.

Location

9.0

The hotel is super-handy to the airport, perfect for those with early flights.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was enjoyable with typical dishes that hit the spot.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, providing everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

Richard

United States of America, October 2023

9.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms on the renovated 3rd level were fantastic, with a comfortable bed and included breakfast. The service was excellent, offering amenities like dry cleaning and housekeeping. The location was super-handy to the airport, making travel a breeze. The dining experience was enjoyable with delicious European bread. The facilities were top-notch, providing everything I needed for a pleasant stay.

Rooms

9.0

The room on the renovated 3rd level was cozy and well-equipped, perfect for a good night's sleep.

Service

9.0

The service here was exceptional, with attentive staff ready to assist with anything needed during my stay.

Location

10.0

The hotel's convenient location near the airport made it super-easy for me to catch my flights without any hassle.

Dining

8.0

I enjoyed the included breakfast, especially the delicious European bread that was served. A great start to the day!

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities were top-notch, providing all the necessary comforts for a relaxing stay.

Clean rooms

Limited breakfast options

Craig

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.2/10

I had a cozy stay at this hotel located in a convenient area near Ottawa airport. The rooms on the renovated 3rd level were comfortable and provided a good night's sleep. The service was top-notch with convenient amenities available like dry cleaning and a free airport shuttle. However, the dining experience lacked variety in the breakfast options. Overall, a good value for the price paid.

Rooms

9.0

I stayed in a room on the renovated 3rd level and found it to be very comfortable with a cozy bed.

Service

9.0

The service here was excellent, I appreciated the convenience of amenities like dry cleaning and the free airport shuttle.

Location

8.0

The hotel is ideally located near Ottawa airport, making it a convenient choice for travelers like me.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was average, and I wished there were more options for breakfast.