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8.8

2,169 reviews

Sonder Rideau

Sonder Rideau

161 Laurier Ave W, Ottawa, K1P5J2, ONTARIO, Canada

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Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenware

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Sonder Rideau

Sonder Rideau is a 4-star apart-hotel in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Located just 0.7mi from the city center, this stylish base sits at 161 Laurier Ave W, offering a convenient hub for downtown adventures.

Inside, handy amenities keep stays comfy: free wifi, a fitness center, air conditioning, a full kitchen with kitchenware, non-smoking rooms, and elevators with access to upper floors, plus free toiletries.

Minimum price starts from $100 per night. Reviews: 2169.

From compact Studios to Deluxe Apartments and sprawling Suites, there’s a stay to match every travel style. Some configurations, like Suite, King and Suite Deluxe, can host up to eight adults and five children, perfect for a family or group getaway. Everyday comforts are at hand: free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a full kitchen with kitchenware, non-smoking rooms, and on-site elevators making arrivals and exits a breeze, plus free toiletries to keep things simple.

Room sizes range from cozy studios to multi-room layouts with generous living space. For example, Apartment, 2 Bedroom clocks in at 807 sqft, while Apartment, 1 Bedroom is 624 sqft, and Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom is 689 sqft. There are also options like Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony at 667 sqft, Superior Apartment at 570 sqft, and Superior Studio at 377 sqft, plus a Studio at 344 sqft.

Many layouts are designed for flexible stays and easy planning, all with kitchen facilities and living spaces that offer a home-like feel during the Ottawa visit. Payment is convenient with Visa, Mastercard, and American Express accepted, while cash is not accepted.

Closest airports

Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport

6.9mi

Ogdensburg International Airport

52.4mi

Most popular amenities

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenware

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Rooms

Two-Bedroom Apartment in Sonder Rideau

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Apartment, 2 Bedroom

2 King Size Beds

805 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenware

Wifi

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One-Bedroom Apartment in Sonder Rideau

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

1 Sofa Bed

2 Double Beds

625 sqft

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Private Bathroom

Kitchenware

Wifi

x6

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Apartment with Balcony in Sonder Rideau

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

1 King Size Bed

665 sqft

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Private Bathroom

Kitchenware

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Deluxe Apartment in Sonder Rideau

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Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

2 King Size Beds

1 Sofa Bed

690 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenware

Wifi

x6

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Studio Apartment in Sonder Rideau

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Studio Apartment

1 Queen Size Bed

345 sqft

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Private Bathroom

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Superior Apartment in Sonder Rideau

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Superior Apartment

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

570 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenware

Wifi

x4

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Superior Studio in Sonder Rideau

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Superior Studio

1 King Size Bed

375 sqft

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Private Bathroom

Kitchenware

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King Room in Sonder Rideau

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

375 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Microwave

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Superior Apartment, 2 Bedroom

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King Room, Kitchen

1 King Size Bed

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Studio, 2 Queen Size Beds

2 Queen Size Beds

Room service

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Suite, King Size

1 King Size Bed

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Suite King Size Bed

Guest reviews

8.8

2,169 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

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Featured reviews:

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Pragash

8.2

December 2024

The location is near to all the tourist attractions and is located in the downtown Ottawa. It’s very clean and well maintained

Nothing much except no free parking

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Alphonsus

9.1

August 2024

It was, a great room with a washer and dryer included, didn't expect that. Kitchenette was well shocked and clean. Living room/kitchen/dining room as very comfortable and spacious. The bedroom had a King sized bed that was comfortable with extra bedding. Bathroom was large, well stocked and clean. Security was top rate, you needed your code for the front door, elevator and room. The front desk was staffed and friendly. It is a great location close to every downtown even a grocery store.

The room 418 was next to a large air conditioner unit outside on the roof and I mean large, you were looking at it 3 feet from the window in both the bedroom and living room. The unit could be really loud as it cycled through its settings. If you are a light sleeper this is not the room for you. They supplied ear plugs and said they were for city noise. The funny thing is it would have been dead quiet if not for the jet engine outside.

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Rita

10

May 2025

The location of the hotel-downtown and within walking to almost everything. The accessibility of all the Ubers we took-wait was only a minute or two each time. The staff at the front desk were exceptionally friendly and looked to make our stay as comfortable as possible.Always a smile and genuine.The kitchen area had everything we needed for a stay. Full size fridge, over the stove microwave, ceramic top stove, oven and dishwasher.Ice cube trays were provided. Minimalist furniture and decor but that is the style of the hotel. We liked that there was luggage storage available before and after check in with room for very large suitcases. We didn’t need the use of housekeeping but there was an Essentials cupboard in the main lobby for all the things one might run out of. Elevators were fast and there were 4 to accommodate all the guests-plenty for the size of the hotel. The hotel felt very safe for our entire stay.

A metal pizza pan and larger mugs would be a good addition to the kitchen. With so many very soft pillows provided a recommendation would be to have some firmer ones available as a choice in the room.

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Balneaves

9.1

March 2023

Loved the easy entry and the size of the apartment. Like coming home! Very clean, modern and with everything you need! Plus, I forgot something in the lobby and the chat folks were very helpful tracking it down...

There was a drilling noise on Thursday and Friday. Thursday's drilling began at 7:45am, which ruined my rare sleep in. I understand that the hotel was under construction, but waiting till 8:30 would have been appreciated. Also, I was looking forward to working out, but one treadmill was not working and there were no free weights (like in the photos). Perhaps a refresh of the gym is needed.

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Derya

9.1

March 2025

I had a great stay at this hotel. The room was very clean and well-designed, making it both comfortable and practical. The hotel’s location was excellent, within walking distance of many attractions and amenities. Additionally, the staff was incredibly helpful and always ready to assist. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a convenient and pleasant stay

I have stayed at this hotel before, but this time I encountered a few issues. The windows do not block outside noise well, so it was quite loud in the room. Additionally, I had trouble adjusting the room temperature—it was either too hot or too cold, and I couldn’t find a comfortable setting. Another inconvenience was the key system. While the Bluetooth key worked in the elevator, it did not unlock my room door, so I had to manually enter the code every time. I hope these issues can be improved in the future.

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Merriman

10

July 2024

Remarkably quiet room for a downtown location. Excellent layout for Bedroom, Bathroom, and Kitchen. Staff was very, very friendly and responsive. Laundry Room was a blessing for a family that walked to Parliament Hill and other locations in summer weather. The Sonder App was very useful.

Advise that families with a large SUV to arrange for other parking, as the location is really geared for a previous era of motor vehicles (sedans, station wagons, and/or mid sized mini-vans). Neighborhood appears to be recovering slowly from COVID lock downs, so there will be a bit of a hike for groceries and/or decent sit down restaurants. Also be prepared to deal with a noticeable homeless population.

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Susan

9.1

March 2025

This property is close to Parliament Hill and main Ottawa features. Easily Walkable. Easy to get in and out of the building/ unit with pass code. Parking is extra$$$ but has in and out privileges so it cost about the same as the total of parking for a day in Toronto Bed was fabulous. Lots of Pillows.Very stylish. Looks like a model suite. Kitchen was well appointed and super clean and pretty. The bathroom even had a soaker tub which is unusual in a hotel. The view was terrible but I did not care and the windows open which is great. The room was huge and good for guests visiting. I was very impressed and will stay here again. I have been going back and forth to Ottawa to visit family for years and I wish I had considered this place sooner. I was a little nervous about the pad entry system and their minimal front dest situation but it never was an issue. I forgot to check out the gym so no notes on that. Garage work goes on during the day so not great for day time sleepers if you are sensitive to sound.

Tricky to find parking when checking in but that could be me. Garage sounds during the morning.

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Tania

9.1

March 2025

Location was excellent and the facilities were what I expected from a Sonder hotel. Room was clean and the staff were very helpful.

The onsite parking was difficult. We couldn't find a spot because of the construction. When we arrived there were 4 cars in front of us and none of us were able to get a spot. We had to pay to get in and then we needed to speak to the parking attendant to request a refund for the charge on the credit card. The staff were able to help me find a parking garage that was close by. I didn't even use my car because everything was in walking distance.

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Mueller

8.2

November 2024

Building was very quiet. Staff is excellent. The apartment was nice (very clean) with all the amenities of a nice hotel plus lots of space to spread out. The bed was very comfortable. Easy walk to tourist areas and Parliament. The apartment size kitchen with kettle, dishes, and a full-size coffee maker was a nice surprise.

Check-in: It's online only and the verification process was more complicated than it needed to be. The booking was made by my company and the online verification process could not handle the different information for the booking vs. the person staying in the room without a lot of coordination. Comfort: The Roku TV does not have any volume control (weird but true). The automatic volume was so loud I could not use the TV for more than a minute or two. The Wi-Fi was limited for streaming on a personal device. Location: The entrance is on a not-so-pretty side street that's alongside seedier shops and empty lots. I'm a city person and dealt with it, but it was not most comfortable place to walk at night or to find amenities for the kitchen like drinks, snacks, breakfast stuff, etc.

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Sandra

10

September 2024

Location excellent for walking the city and for access to good public transport to go further afield. (Free for Seniors Wednesday and Sunday). Well equipped for cooking ‘at home’, close to good restaurants either vegan or with good vegan options. Supermarket close by (farm boy) with good range of cuisines and fantastic vegan range. Washing machine and tumble drier useful after being on the road for over a week. Bed was exceptionally confortable (maybe on the firm side but suited us). Staff were very helpful and knowledgeable about the local area. Very interesting city, much more laid back than Toronto (which we love!)

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Points of Interest Around Sonder Rideau

Attractions

Rideau Canal

0.3mi

Ottawa Locks

0.3mi

Ottawa Parliament Hill

0.4mi

Ottawa Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica

0.6mi

Canadian Museum of Nature

0.6mi

National Gallery of Canada (Musée des Beaux-Arts du Canada)

0.6mi

ByWard Market

0.7mi

Royal Canadian Mint

0.8mi

Canadian Museum of History

0.9mi

Canadian Children's Museum

0.9mi

Gatineau

0.9mi

Canadian War Museum

1.1mi

Rideau Hall

1.6mi

Canada Aviation and Space Museum

3.6mi

Gatineau Park

8.2mi

Amenities of Sonder Rideau

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenware

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Sonder Rideau

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Sonder Rideau

What's the check-in and check-out schedule at Sonder Rideau?

The check-in time at Sonder Rideau is 04:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Is there parking available at Sonder Rideau?

Yes, there is parking available at Sonder Rideau. It is a private parking area located on site. However, please note that there may be charges for parking and it is not possible to make a reservation for parking in advance.

How much does a stay at Sonder Rideau cost?

A stay at Sonder Rideau can begin from a rate of $100. This is subject to change based on room selection and travel dates. For a clear price, input your desired stay dates.

Which room categories can I book at Sonder Rideau?

The hotel offers a variety of room types including one-bedroom apartments, studio apartments, two-bedroom apartments, superior apartments, standard apartments, and apartments with balconies. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The occupancy varies from 2 adults to 6 adults depending on the room type. The bed sizes range from queen size beds to king size beds, with some rooms also offering sofa beds. The room sizes range from 344 sqft to 797 sqft.

Which amenities can guests enjoy at Sonder Rideau?

Rooftop terrace, On-site restaurant, Bar, Game room.

At Sonder Rideau, guests can make the most of their time by utilizing the various leisure amenities provided by the hotel. The fitness center allows guests to stay active and maintain their fitness routine even while traveling. Additionally, guests can enjoy the beautiful views from the rooftop terrace or relax and socialize at the on-site restaurant and bar.

For those looking for some entertainment, the game room offers a fun and enjoyable space to play games and have a good time with friends or family.

With these leisure amenities, guests have multiple options to spend their time and make their stay at Sonder Rideau a memorable one.

Can I use my credit card at Sonder Rideau?

No, you cannot use cash at Sonder Rideau. However, you can pay with your credit card. Accepted credit cards include Mastercard, American Express, and Visa.