The Metcalfe By Gray Collection - Boutique hotel with curated books and meeting spaces near Parliament Hill
Located in downtown Ottawa, The Metcalfe By Gray Collection is a short walk from Parliament Hill and the Rideau Canal. The hotel features a living room with bookshelves filled with a curated selection of books, a café and bar area, and multiple meeting spaces. Le Cocotte Bistro serves French-inspired dishes, including plant-based, gluten-free, and organic options. The hotel offers valet parking, a 24-hour reception, and a fitness center. Event spaces are available for weddings, corporate meetings, and private gatherings.
Additional perks of the hotel
- Indoor pool with hot tub
- Games room with mini basketball court, ping-pong table, and giant board games
- Chrome cast for streaming via mobile app
- Valet parking with indoor parking
- Signature breakfast includes one signature plate, filter coffee, and juice
- Multilingual staff
Rooms
The Metcalfe Hotel offers atrium rooms with modern furnishings and views of the glass-roofed atrium. Signature suites include a large Murphy bed for flexible space usage. All rooms feature a fully equipped minibar with local products, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, and air conditioning. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries, Frette towels, and robes.
Other conveniences
- Hypoallergenic bedding and down comforters by Marie L’Oie
- Tivoli Bluetooth speaker and USB charging ports
- RFID guest room entry and in-room safe
- Nespresso coffee maker and kettle
- Rain shower and lighted magnifying mirror
- Humidifier and hair straightener available upon request
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Guest Reviews & Ratings
What Guests Are Saying?
84%
loved it & would return
central location
exceptional service
limited dining options
interior room with privacy issues
8.4/10
Great
Rooms
8.5
Location
8.8
Service
8.5
Dining
7.0
Guest reviews
8.4/10
based on 6 reviews
8.8
8.8/10 based on 762 reviews
Mike
United Kingdom,
May
2024
8.4/10
The hotel offers spacious and modern rooms that are impeccably clean and extremely comfortable. The service is top-notch with a very pleasant and polite staff. Its convenient location near key attractions makes it a great choice for exploring Ottawa, though the dining options might be limited. Overall, a fantastic stay with great value for money.
Rooms
9.0
My room was bright, spacious, and filled with modern touches. It was superbly clean, spacious, and extremely comfortable.
Service
9.0
The service was very nice, and the staff were incredibly helpful and welcoming.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is perfect for exploring Ottawa, being close to downtown and within walking distance to many attractions. The nearby eateries like Sparks St Tim Hortons and Gabriel's Pizza were very convenient.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good, albeit mostly 'a la carte' with few options available. However, the food quality was satisfying.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were well-kept and provided a comfortable stay.
Lisa
United Kingdom,
April
2024
7.0/10
The hotel had a mix of positive and negative aspects. The rooms were beautifully set up with flowers on the bed, a wrapped gift, and a handwritten card to celebrate our anniversary, which was a lovely touch signed by Shirley. The service was friendly and helpful, although I had to park my own car a block and a half away. The location was praised for its proximity to key attractions like the business district, parliament, and the market, but some found it underwhelming. The dining experience was rated as good, but with a note that it was taking a long time for service.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were beautifully set up with thoughtful touches for our anniversary, despite being small and dark.
Service
7.0
The service was friendly and helpful, though parking was a bit inconvenient. It improved towards the end of our stay.
Location
7.0
Dining
7.0
Facilities
6.0
Jon
United Kingdom,
February
2024
8.2/10
I couldn't help but notice the ideal central location of this hotel, surrounded by a plethora of shops and restaurants where you can easily indulge. The rooms, while lacking privacy due to their interior aspect, were spacious and provided some insight into the hotel's daily buzz. The service was exceptional, with staff going above and beyond to ensure a seamless stay. However, the dining options were limited, offering only one main item. Despite these minor setbacks, the overall experience was delightful.
Rooms
8.0
The interior rooms, with their hallway view, offered a glimpse into the hotel's bustling activity, though privacy was compromised. The rooms were spacious and provided a decent stay.
Service
9.0
The staff at this hotel was top-notch, consistently going the extra mile to assist with anything we needed and ensuring a memorable experience.
Location
9.0
Situated in Ottawa's main business hub, the hotel's location couldn't be more perfect for exploring the city's attractions and enjoying the local dining scene.
Dining
7.0
While the dining selection was limited to one main item, the quality was enjoyable, especially for those with a hearty appetite.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel provides essential facilities that cater to the needs of guests, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay.
central location
limited dining options
Carl
United States of America,
November
2023
8.0/10
I absolutely loved my stay at the hotel! The rooms were beautifully designed, very clean, and had nice quality furniture. However, the price for the small rooms was a bit high considering their size and noise levels. The service was superb, quick, and hassle-free. The location was perfect, close to downtown and many attractions, although parking could be a challenge. The dining experience was good but slightly overpriced for kids. The facilities were great overall.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were small but very clean and modern with high-quality furniture.
Service
9.0
The service was superb throughout my visit, with quick and hassle-free check-in and check-out.
Location
8.0
The hotel is very close to the downtown area and within walking distance to many attractions. However, parking can be tricky.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good overall but slightly overpriced for kids.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were really well maintained and convenient.
clean
pricey for size
Adam
United Kingdom,
June
2023
8.8/10
My stay at the hotel was absolutely delightful. The rooms were immaculate and spacious, beautifully decorated with good views. The service was top-notch, especially thanks to Noëlla who made my birthday experience extra special. The location was perfect, just a couple of blocks from Parliament Hill and within walking distance to various attractions. The dining experience was average, prompting me to explore other options in the area. Overall, a great value for money with fantastic amenities and facilities.
Rooms
9.0
Walking into my room, I was greeted with a clean and tidy space that was just right for me. The storage was ample, and the comfortable armchair was perfect for unwinding. A lovely touch with flowers on the bed and a personalized card for our anniversary.
Service
9.0
The staff truly takes pride in their work, ensuring that every need is met. Noëlla's exceptional service truly stood out during my stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location couldn't have been better. Just a short walk to Parliament Hill, the National Gallery, and other key spots. Plus, amenities like cafes and dining options right around the corner made it even more convenient.
Dining
7.0
While the dining experience was average, I found other great dining options nearby after the first night. Would have loved more variety but still managed to enjoy my meals.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were well-maintained and offered everything I needed for a comfortable stay. From room service to valet parking, they had it all.
Daniel
United States of America,
June
2023
8.6/10
My stay at the hotel was absolutely fantastic! The rooms were superb clean, spacious, and extremely comfortable. The staff was very nice and the location was fantastic, close to all attractions. However, the dining options were a bit limited, and the WiFi had an additional cost.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were superb clean, spacious, and extremely comfortable.
Service
8.0
The staff was very nice and helpful.
Location
10.0
The location was fantastic, very central to all attractions.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were a bit limited and could use some updating.
Facilities
The facilities were good, but nothing exceptional stood out.