AUSTRALIS GUEST HOUSE, Ottawa

Australis Guest House - A riverside bed & breakfast with homemade breakfast and city views

Located less than 3 blocks from the Rideau River, this 3-star Ottawa hotel combines free WiFi throughout with daily homemade breakfast prepared by an expert cook. The bright rooms at Australis Guest House feature private bathrooms, air conditioning, electric kettles, and refrigerators, with select accommodations offering balconies, bathrobes, and sofas. The property serves fresh fruit, eggs, waffles, house-made jams, jellies, and freshly baked scones for breakfast, alongside specialties like rhubarb ginger jelly and pumpkin plum loaf. Situated 1.5 miles from downtown Ottawa, the guest house sits 1 mile from Byward Market and maintains a library for guests. The location provides walking access to several dining options within 0.5 miles, including Fleur Tea House, Signatures Restaurant, and The Bridge Public House. Cultural attractions surround the property, with the Ottawa Art Gallery 1 mile away and the National War Memorial, Rideau Hall, and Confederation Square all within 1 mile.

Pros

Just 10 minutes on foot from University of Ottawa

Major cultural sites within 2.5-2 miles radius, including Parliament Hill, National Gallery, and Canadian War Museum

Expert cook prepares varied homemade breakfast items daily

Convenient access to multiple restaurants within 1640.4 ft

Cons

Airport located 7.5 miles from the property

1.5 miles distance to downtown area