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Reviews of Sonder Rideau 4 stars

161 Laurier Avenue West, K1P 5J2 Ottawa, Canada

#2 of 56 hotels in Ottawa

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 766 hotel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 12 May 2024

    10
    Noisy
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Thin walls. Doors slamming at all hours.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful base from which to explore Ottawa
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The only complaint would be shower too gentle, not adjustable, and no enough towel racks/hooks.

    Clean comfortable studio with full sized fridge, stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave etc.. Equipped with dishes, pots, pans, utensils, table for two, cleaning supplies. Clean bathroom and ample linens. Bed very comfortable. Blackout curtains, minimal noise from street or other guests. Very secure entry, especially at night. Convenient garage parking. Excellent location for sights, restaurants, groceries.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    8.0
    Great value and location. Large rooms, comfy bed. LoCould improve on cleanliness.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Not so clean. Fridge so-so Shower walls not clean Soap bottles dirty Could have use another roll of toilet paper for a 4 days stay

    Location, price, easy check-in (on-line!) comfy bed, fully furnished kitchen, big room, sound-proof

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    9.0
    Top notch stay
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking , although it is right there under the hotel, is a tight fit with crazy turns. Not suitable for a larger vehicle.

    This is an exceptional facility. We were very pleased with the extras- shelving, hooks, lots of seating and very comfortable beds. The area was reasonably quiet for a good night's sleep. We will definitely book again with sonder Rideau.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    8.0
    Great location and convenience for business but TV was not functioning.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Live TV on Roku did not work for most of my stay.. I couldn't watch the news channel.

    location was great.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    9.0
    Excellent location and loved the ability to be self contained in a comfortable room.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hallways looked tired and smelled Construction work in hotel started at 7am and could be heard Noisy on side near laneway

    Location Well stocked room Ease and security of access to hotel, elevator and room Staff I interacted with were very helpful and pleasant

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    9.0
    Amazing place
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I didn't like the fact that no breakfast was offer it is specially difficult when you have kids under 10 let alone 3. the fact

    I liked the facility, the room and service. It is well situated with many places to go to eat and discover

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    10
    Great choice
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The games room meant only basketball

    The place looks great: good design and comfortable. Nice people. We loved it even though we had a problem with heating systems they found solutions immediately and solved the problem next day. We would like to stay again at a Sonder property after this experience

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Couple
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pillows

    Location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    8.0
    Great studio
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Studio Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The floor was not vacuumed properly, a lot of dust on the ground. The soap dispensers in the showers had some leftover hairs. Dryer filter was not emptied

    Ease of checking in, very modern. Kitchen

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    9.0
    Very nice experience ,, loved the stay
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing important

    Clean, spacious, friendly Perfect value and the apartment does the job and more

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I would like some extra sheets for the sofa bed and more blankets.

    Beautiful place and amazing location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    It was excellent experience, I am very happy to find this place! It is the new one, very comfortable, very clean and quiet. Thank you for all managers and stuff!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    10
    I’m definitely coming back again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    I liked the ambience of the room. The cleanliness as well was immaculate. Friendly and helpful staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Excellent location

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    9.0
    Overall, we can confidently recommend this hotel to other travelers. We will definitely return here again.
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cons: Dispensers: The only downside was that the shampoo and conditioner dispensers in the shower did not work.

    Overall, we were very pleased with our stay at Sonder Rideau. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped with everything we needed for a pleasant stay. Pros: Cleanliness: The room was impeccably clean, both upon check-in and throughout our stay. Internet: Wi-Fi worked perfectly, without any interruptions or disconnections. Amenities: The room had everything we needed for our stay, including dishes, a kettle, a hairdryer, a refrigerator, etc. All equipment was in working order. Staff: The hotel staff was friendly and courteous, always ready to help.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    10
    For a quick trip, it's a very good option.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The only downside is that my room doesn't offer a nice view.

    It's incredibly comfortable and has everything you need for cooking, which is very important to me. Cleanliness is also a top priority, and this place is a 10/10 in that regard. The bed is also wonderfully cozy.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    9.0
    Amazing hotel that is seriously underrated
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The shower wasn't the cleanest but it was still better than other hotels I have been too. The gym was also a bit lacking. Most of the machines (treadmills, ellipticals, and the one bike) were turned off at least once. The pully on the weight machine also snapped mid workout.

    I had never heard of Sonder before and I am so glad I tried their hotel. The location was great! Near all the tourist attractions, University of Ottawa, the Rideau Centre, and tons of food options on Elgin. The O-Train wasn't too far. All the staff were super friendly. Security was also top notch. As a solo female traveller I felt so safe even being downtown. My friends who visited were also very impressed.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was good... No usb plug at the room

    The location is great! It's near the main sights and you can visit everything by walk. The app with the digital key is very convenient. The self checkin very easy.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    9.0
    My first chose in Ottawa
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The air conditioner is not working

    Clean, Quite, self access, Kitchen

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The TV won't work.

    The location was good. The apartment was comfortable and the check in process was smooth.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not enough shelving or hooks in washroom for storage of grooming products & PJ's/Robes

    I liked that it was super clean & cozy. As a cleaner myself I enjoy a restful & clean place to stay. Parking was available right below building which was a bonus. Had everything we needed to prepare a meal. Coffee supplied was an excellent brew. It was in close walking distance to amenities.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    10
    Advise for everyone to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Full equipment clean and comfortable

    Everything was amazing comfortable and convenient

    Stayed in April 2024

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