The Auberge King Edward B&B is one of the oldest Ottawa Bed and Breakfast establishments, having been in operation for nineteen years.The restored building is located on a city-designated heritage block and is located immediately adjacent to the University of Ottawa in the historic downtown neighbourhood of Sandy Hill. There is no closer accommodation to the university.
Sandy Hill is close to excellent dining in the Byward Market and shopping at the Rideau Centre and is one of Ottawa's most historical and easily recognized neighbourhoods. It was first established in the early nineteenth century, and it was clearly Ottawa's wealthiest neighbourhood, home to the most influential dignitaries, politicians and residents. With the establishment the University of Ottawa, the neighbourhood became more densely populated and middle class. During the last few decades, many of the grand mansions have become embassies and this neighbourhood now boasts over thirty embassies. This eclectic neighbourhood is highly desirable because of it's central downtown location.
Because of its central location, this Bed and Breakfast is within easy walking distance of all major attractions in the city including Parliament Hill the Rideau Canal, the National Arts Centre, the National Gallery, the Government Conference Centre, the Museum of Civilization and the ByWard Market. Most guests rarely ever use their car because of our central location. Many restaurants, cafés, pubs, nightclubs and shopping areas are within walking distance of our downtown Ottawa B&B. Our location is also only steps away from all major public transitroutes (the Transitway) making travel to other locations in Ottawa easy.
Getting around the city on a day-to-day basis is hassle-free. The following are all within a 10 minute walk from the Bed and Breakfast:
- the University of Ottawa
- the Ottawa Congress Centre
- the UNESCO world heritage Rideau Canal
- Laurier House
- the Weston Hotel
- the Rideau Centre
- the Cordon Blue
- Amnesty International HQ
- the Ottawa Jazz Festival
- Bicycle Rental Centre
- various bike trails
The following are between a
10 and 20 minute walk away:
- the Parliament Buildings
- the National Gallery of Canada
- the Government Conference Centre
- the ByWard Market
- the Royal Canadian Mint
- the United States Embassy
- the National War Memorial
- the Canadian Museum of Nature
- the Bank of Canada Currency Museum
- the Chateau Laurier
- the Bytowne Museum
- Library and Archives Canada
- Sparks Street Mall
- the National Arts Centre
The Museum of Civilization in Gatineau is a bit further away (appoximately 30 min. walk from here), but we recommend to all our guests that they walk it as it is probably the most beautiful walk to undertake. The picture postcard views from the Alexandria Bridge are just stunning.
In the heart of Ottawa - ideal whether you are here for business or as a tourist
One of the Auberge King Edward Bed & Breakfastss best features is its central location in Ottawa. Most of Ottawa's main attractions are within a few blocks (easy walking distance) of the B&B, so you normally would not need your car once you arrive.
Please ring the front doorbell and I will advise how to access the parking in the rear of the property which is not accessible from King Edward Avenue. There is no additional cost for parking your vehicle on the property.
Hospitality is our reputation. If you are visiting the city as a tourist, we will gladly provide you with a map of the city centre and will discuss the various attractions that Ottawa has to offer.
Our Downtown Ottawa Bed and Breakfast is easy to locate from whatever direction you are coming.
The driving directions from Highway 417 to the B&B are as follows:
In the downtown core, take the Nicholas Street exit from Highway 417. Then, you should turn right onto Laurier Avenue at the first streetlights. Three blocks later, turn left on King Edward Ave. We are at 525 King Edward Avenue.
The driving directions coming into Ottawa from Montebello, Quebec are as follows:
From Montebello, take Highway 148 to Ottawa. You will automatically be redirected to Highway 50 about 30 km. from Ottawa. Always follow the signs to Ottawa and you will automatically cross the MacDonald-Cartier Bridge into Ontario. Once you cross the bridge, you will automatically be directed onto King Edward Avenue. We are about 2-3 km. from the bridge at 525 King Edward Avenue. We are just after you climb a small hill and across the street from a stone church. The front of the property is perennial flower beds.
Driving directions from the airport:
When you leave the airport, you will be coming into town on the « Airport Parkway ». About 5 km. before you arrive in the downtown core, the « Airport Parkway » changes names and becomes Bronson Avenue. You stay on Bronson all the way into the downtown core and you turn right on Laurier. (Note: Laurier is at the top of a small hill). You drive about 10-12 blocks trough the downtown core on Laurier Avenue; you go over the Rideau Canal and 4 blocks after the Rideau Canal, you turn left onto King Edward Avenue. We are at 525 King Edward Avenue.
For those using On-star Tracking, the postal code for 525 King Edward Avenue is K1N 7N3.
Breakfast is served in the elegant dining room
