ByWard Blue Inn is centrally located on a quiet residential street overlooking Ottawa's vibrant ByWard Market Heritage District. The hotel features 46 newly renovated rooms, each thoughtfully designed for comfort and equipped with a kitchenette including a refrigerator and microwave, a flat-screen television, complimentary wireless internet access, a safe, and a phone with free local calls. Rooms also feature a private bathroom with a shower and bathtub, a work desk, and many offer private balconies or terraces with majestic views of Parliament Hill, the U.S. Embassy, St. Brigid's church steeples, or the city. Guests can enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast served daily from 7 AM to 10:00 AM, with afternoon tea also available. The hotel offers an on-site cafe/snack bar, room service, and a bar. Amenities include complimentary wireless internet access throughout the hotel, concierge services, express check-in and check-out, and luggage storage. The inviting lobby features a fireplace, and guests can relax on the terrace or in the garden. For business needs, there is a business center, conference center, and meeting room. Additional services include daily housekeeping, dry cleaning, laundry service, and taxi and car hire offerings. Complimentary newspapers are available in the lobby, along with free laptop computers upon request. Self-parking is available on-site (subject to charges). The hotel maintains a completely smoke-free zone, with smoking limited to specified areas. Guests can also unwind in the sauna. The ByWard Blue Inn is ideally situated for exploring Ottawa's attractions. It is just a 4-minute walk (0.4 km) from Byward Market Square and an 8-minute walk (0.7 km) from the University of Ottawa. Other nearby points of interest include the National Gallery of Canada (0.7 km), Parliament Hill (within a 10-minute walk), and the Rideau Canal (0.8 km). The National Museum of Civilization is a 20-minute walk away. Ottawa International Airport (YOW) is 16.3 km (10.1 mi) from the hotel. Check-in is at 4 p.m. and check-out is at 12 p.m., with efforts made to accommodate early check-ins and luggage storage.
