The Lord Elgin Hotel is a much-loved Ottawa institution, a handsome copper-roofed hotel opened in 1941 overlooking Confederation Park in the heart of downtown. Recently renovated, it combines heritage character with comfortable, contemporary rooms, an indoor pool and a convenient central location. Within walking distance of Parliament Hill, the Rideau Canal, the National Arts Centre and the shops of Sparks Street, it offers reliable comfort and good value in an excellent spot for exploring the capital.