Auberge McGee's Inn

Good location, lots of character and a great breakfast. This definitely beats staying in a standard hotel.

We had a great stay at Auberge McGee's Inn. The room (#16) was big and beautiful, with a nice bathroom, and a fireplace (self-burning log included). The Inn itself is within walking distance of many sights, we were able to visit the Byward Market, the Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill, and the Rideau Centre, all in one day. We would definitely stay there again.

Une gigantesque et superbe demeure qui en impose avec un passé historique surprenant. Une amie de la famille Armstrong nous a reçu comme de la parenté. Les propriétaires étant en vacances. Si les Armstrong sont aussi avenant et cordiaux que Madame Chantal, n'allez pas à Ottawa sans réserver chez McGee's!! ;-)

I booked my stay for the wrong, day, and I called them up on the day that I booked, (the wrong day) and asked to change the date. They looked up the date I wanted to stay, and they were able to make the change, and I WAS NOT CHARGED EXTRA!!! :) I was very happy with the room and everything was clean. The location is very close to the market, and we were able to park and walk to dinner and then the theater without any issue. I do like to eat, and the breakfast was very very very good, I would have like to have more, but was not given the option. This would be my one small complaint. It was my first B&B ever, and I would give them my business again when I go back to Ottawa. Thanks, Amanda & Justin from KW

My wife and I had a great stay at Mcgees Inn . The owners were extremely friendly and the room was nicely decorated . Each of the rooms has their own style .. An employee showed us a few that were vacant . I recommend number 16 . The breakfast was delicious .. There is no doubt our next stay in Ottawa will be there.

We had the best breakfast on our entire holiday here. The young lady who served us had a good knowledge of local interest. Judy Townsville Australia

Very nice B&B, friendly staff, well located and cozy.The food looked delicious but I could not enjoy it fully. I've got several food intolerances and despite having informed the B&B in advance nothing had been prepared for me, so I had a very limited choice.

I recently spent a night in the Egyptian Room with my boyfriend for our anniversary. We were so pleased with quality of the room and overall we had a magical time. I would recommend it to couples in a heartbeat.

When I visit Ottawa I take my sister. We usually stay at McGee's Inn and love our room on the main floor. Very comfortable. Hosts are friendly and hospitable. Great breakfast.

Room was comfortable and very nicely decorated. Food was exceptional and service was great Loved that it was withing walking distance of everything we wanted to do. Would definitely stay again on our next visit to Ottawa

This B&B was great. The staff are very nice, location is great- quiet, and close to downtown. I would stay here again.

I was at McGee's for a business trip and enjoyed the home away from home feeling, which only a fireplace in your room can provide. The location is great; I was able to walk to and from my meetings and enjoy all that the Byward market had to offer. It was a first stay and I will make it a habbit when in Ottawa.

I went in Ottawa to visit a friend and I stayed at McGee's Inn, what a wonderful place! It's so cute and very unique!

I was delighted with McGee's as a whole. The only thing that did not exceed my expectations was the breakfast main course.

We had a smaller room (Number 11) -it was fine for the two of us. Great decor - lots of little touches you're not going to find in your standard accomodation. The service was excellent - from check-in through to breakfast - very friendly and efficient. Not your ordinary breakfast - no continental style here - choices from a buffet table of cereals, yogourt, juices - tea or coffee served at the table - then a choice of (we had 4 choices, including omelette or crepes or eggs benny) cooked breakfast, served to the table. The price may seem a little high at first but for a nice room and a great breakfast, it's good value.

Beautiful room. Breakfast was amazing. Had a choice of four different breakfasts each morning. Wish we were able to stay longer.

Well located and very quiet. Breakfast excellent, except for coffee which is terrible. Should think of acquiring one of these nice expresso machines.

Could not have been a better trip. Great location in the city, over the top service and food (breakfast) was terrific. We could see no reason to stay anywhere else on on next visit and have already let friends know about the Auberge McGee's Inn. Jim Miller

A very nice place to stay in Ottawa. Our particular room (18) was somewhat dark being positioned where it was, but the bonus was the balcony adjacent to the room where you sit and relax and watch the world go by.

We stayed three nights at McGee's, two of them upstairs in a very large and beautiful room, then one night on the main floor in a smaller room that was still very nice. The beds were good. Breakfast was great too! I would happily stay there again.

Except for the weather, we had a very enjoyable four nights at Auberge McGee. Quiet location and easy walk to good restaurants and downtown attractions. Breakfasts were beautifully served and very good.

We had an enjoyable vacation in Ottawa, thanks in part to our two night stay at Auberge McGee's Inn. The inn and our rooms had character and quaint charm and breakfast at the inn was the best we have had during our entire week's trip! We would definitely stay at the inn again should we visit Ottawa again!

A fine stay, good bed, and good hosts. GREAT location Would stay again.

Everything was wonderful, will most definately stay there again when visiting Ottawa!

Room was very comfortable and bigger than expected. bathroom was large . Breakfast was the big surprise with 4 chooses of cooked breakfasts and plenty of other chooses in pastries etc.As if y ou needed them after the cooked choices! Close to transport and in a very leafy and safe street. Very pleasant stay for 3 nights.

We booked room 22 which has a private screened-in porch. After dinner in the market area we came back to McGee's Inn and they provided a self-serve tea set that we enjoyed on the porch. Beautiful quiet street very close to the downtown and market area. Excellent breakfast with lots of choices. Gorgeous house with many unusual knick-knacks. Very friendly staff. We will certainly stay here again when in Ottawa.

un accueil des plus chaleureux une chambre style victorien superbe située a 10 minutes a peine du centre d,Ottawa mais la cerise sur le gâteau allais arriver au matin avec le déjeuner ,comme un menu,une entrée et puis le choix entre 4 différent plats le tout servis par une étudiante des plus attentionnée le seul détail c,est les serviettes qui après 2 jour et malgré le fait que nous les ayons dépose sur le sol de la sdb n ont pas été changez dommage

This B&B has lots of Victorian charm, nice staff, a great hot breakfast and is located a few blocks from Byward Market, Parliament Hill, the Rideau Canal and other downtown sites. Free off-street parking was a nice plus. Our room(the Egyptian room) had over-the-top Egyptian decor(fun!) and was very nice and comfortable. Surrounding streets are a bit raffish and studenty, but safe. Janet and David from Maplewood, NJ

We booked this beautiful B&B when someone told us that they accepted children. We were with our 15-months-year-old boy and my sister and brother-in-law, and we really enjoyed everything! The rooms were beautiful and well-decorated. The breakfast was very nice and generous. We will go back to the auberge McGee's Inn for sure!

We booked several rooms for a family wedding and it was a great experience. The private balcony to our room was wonderful for impromptu gatherings of the group and the many pots of tea that were delivered to us made for a very personal touch. The B & B provided a much more homely and comfortable setting than a hotel would have done I am sure.

Had a great stay here - owners very friendly, room comfortable and breakfasts very enjoyable. Far enough away from the centre of Ottawa but within easy walking distance - approx 15 minutes.

McGee's Inn provided an excellent location for visiting Ottawa, and did it with character and comfort and excellent breakfasts. We would recommend it to anyone.

Everything about McGee's was wonderful - being in walking distance of downtown Ottawa, the kind hosts, the delicious breakfasts, the beautiful decor, the cleanliness, the very reasonable rates... we'll most definitely be back.

I stayed for one night (in August) since it was close to my apartment, which I had just moved out. I needed a place within walking distance and had decent and recent reviews. I did research the inn on Tripadvisor beforehand and thought this inn suited my needs. Registration online was easy and response time was quick. I even got a discount for single person - nice policy. They have ample parking on the property. I checked in and Ken helped me with my luggage to the 2nd floor. The room no. was 18, and comes with a private enclosed balcony. I loved the decor as it was nicely decorated in Victorian style and cozy and clean with antiques. I was surprised to find complimentary perfumed bath salts, and their own McGee brand facial soap and paper cups for brushing your teeth. The bed was comfortable and the bedding and quilt was very nostalgic. There were lots of table lamps as well as a small fridge and air conditioner. In the morning I had a choice of 4 breakfast entrees and chose the Omelette with sundried tomatoes and goat cheese with two sausages. It was delicious and filled me up just right. Service was friendly and efficient. The waitress also spoke French since some of the guests only spoke French. You seat yourself in the dining area and while you wait, you can help yourself to their delicious fruit salad, and yogurt and large selection of tea. I choose a window seat by the bay windows and was there for the 8:00 am sitting. I tried sitting in the balcony but due to my sensitivity to dust, ( I am slightly asthmatic), I couldn't sit out there for more than 5 minutes. I guess they could wipe it down every day. Ken helped me with my luggage to the taxi on check out. It was also handy that their phone had pre-entered numbers for direct dial for two taxi companies etc. so I didn't have to look it up or ask them for call me a taxi. Faye Vancouver

McGee's Inn is well situated in downtown Ottawa. it is a lovely, old historical property which the owners have decorated in keeping with the Inn's natural ambience. The beds were very comfortable. Breakfast was superb! It was lovely sitting in the garden in the early evening, although our young grandson thought the garden needed an upgrade or attention, and suggested I take on the job!! (A bit far from home, though.)

Historic, charming, 20 minute walk to Byward Market, 30 minutes to Parliament Buildings & National Gallery. Free parking, lovely breakfast. Host provided discount coupons for area pubs, restaurants, attractions. Bar fridge, iron & ironing board in room. Would return.

Wonderful, well kept, friendly and convenient to all the city sites. The breakfasts were truly outstanding.

Lovely B & B. The Breakfast was a gastronomical delight, served by very friendly courteos staff. Very convient to downtown. Had a lovley evening sitting on the garden swing in the little garden court-yard.

We had a lovely three-night stay at Auberge McGee's Inn in August. We left our car in the lot the entire time and walked everywhere. It made our stay relaxing and fun. The rooms are very tastefully decorated, with well-equipped bathrooms. The bed was great. And the breakfasts were outstanding. Each day, we had something different. My favorite was the crepes, with fresh blueberries and raspberries -- delicious and light. We'd recommend this place to anyone who enjoys interesting old houses, nice fellow lodgers, and a great location.

Great breakfasts with a very nice room. Also, a helpful caring staff.

We had a very enjoyable stay at McGee's Inn. Our room (number 14) was well-appointed and comfortable for 3 people. The service we received was excellent and enhanced our visit to Ottawa. We appreciated having access to guide books and discount coupons at the Inn. Breakfast was delightful and very satisfying. We didn't need lunch! We'll stay at McGee's Inn again.

beautiful and quiet rooms. clean bathrooms. pleasant helpful staff. big cooked breakfast walking distance to market and Parliament buildings

Bien située, belle maison et belles chambres. Le service est très courtois. Déjeuner copieux à tout coups! C'était notre 2e visite et n'hésiterions pas à y retourner de nouveau! Très bon qualité prix, on ne peut pas se tromper!

We have been staying at McGee's for many years during our visits to Ottawa The on-site parking and excellent breakfast is always welcomed. Location is great for walking to the market area and Parliament Hill The facilities are comfortable and very clean and tidy - WE like the Victorian flavour of the place.

Location, value, ambience, and a great breakfast--that says it all. The staff was very accommodating and the room well maintained. This is definitely the place to stay if we visit Ottawa in the future.

McGee's Inn went beyond what I expected, both in the attractiveness of the room and the dining area and the exceptional breakfast we were served. We will return!

We particularly liked this Bed and Breakfast. The furnishings were really lovely, nice beds and the food was outstanding. People very friendly and helpful. We will be back!

Stayed for 2 nights. The breakfasts were exceptional. All staff very friendly and helpful. 10' walk to the Byward Market and Parliament buildings. I have already recommended to my friends. We will definitely return R&L

You have to love this place. The location is perfect, and it seems the staff are always having a BBQ. I must have eaten more than I paid for the room. Possibly the friendliest inn on Earth.

This is an awesome place to stay. The accommodation are superior to other B&B's. The service is great and the staff is personable. The location is outstanding, walking distance to everywhere downtown. The room we stayed in had a nice decore, AC and the bed was amazingly comfortable. The food is awesome. I stay there every year. There's nowhere else that's comparable to this place in Ottawa.

Ottawa is a city worth exploring and this centrally located B and B was perfect for our self guided walking tour of the city. The room was comfortable to unwind from all of the days activities. The staff was helpful and kind.

This is our second visit to Auberge McGee's Inn and we will come back whenever we visit Ottawa.

There's a lot of noise in my room (room with a private entrance), noise made by people above my room. And there's no flap in my room... But room, service was nice. The people were very welcoming.

Over the years we have stayed at McGee's Inn and have always enjoyed our visit. The staff are friendly and helpful. The rooms are lovely. The breakfast is great! This time I introduced McGee's Inn to a friend, and was proud to call it my favorite place to stay in Ottawa.

Excellent location - very convenient to the Byward Market and several attractions. Rooms are comfortable, well decorated and coordinated. The owners are knowledgeable and very hospitable. We have stayed at McGee's Inn for several years and plan to return again.

This was my second stay at McGee's, and so my expectations were high, based on my first visit. These expectations were fully met during my second stay.

A real find. We've stayed 5 times and will always look forward to returning. The breakfasts are so good and there is lots to choose from. We always stay in room 24 which is in the annex attached to the inn. It has modern decor and it's own private entrance.

Wonderful room ,Great Breakfast and pleasant staff. I always stay at McGee's when in Ottawfpr either family or business.

Very nice Bed and Breakfast, good Breakfast, near to the center!

Had a very nice stay here for a business trip when all the other hotels were booked. A bit out of the way, but the cabs show up quickly and it is a nice walk to Byward district. Beautiful room and ambience and nice breakfast. Not a place to be too much in a rush, as it is nice to relax and enjoy. Highly recommend.

I'd love to come back and visit during the summer to enjoy the garden which, in May, was only just beginning to progress beyond the bulbs. Really enjoyed being offered a kettle in my room, too. Splendid breakfast!

Wonderful old property with lots of charm, our twin room was perfect. The food was also wonderful, and plentiful. We were close to many places we could walk to, Byward Market, Parliament, downtown area, very handy. I would recommend it to anyone looking for old charm and superior service in Ottawa.

While visiting relatives near the Inn we chose to stay McGee's. It was like being at home. Each day we had a wonderful breakfast shared with friendly strangers and the wonderful staff. All shared information and enthusiasm which made our first trip to Ottawa a great success. We will definitely be back.

Had a wonderful three night stay at McGee's Inn. We would recommend it and will stay there again whenever we visit Ottawa. Within walking distance of everything - very interesting building full of antiques - great breakfasts - lovely room.

The rooms were okay and the staff were polite but the food was nothing special.

Definitely would recommend for location and customer service.

Had a great stay at McGee's. Love the Eggs Benedict and free wireless. Can't wait to visit again.

Great location, beautifully decorated & kept spotlessly clean. Home-baking & great choice of breakfasts (omelettes, eggs benedict, stuffed crepes), along with the wonderful service makes this a top notch B&B. Congrats to the owners and staff of McGee's.

We stayed at McGee's B and B in Sandy Hill, Ottawa April 5th 2011. It is a lovely old rambling brick house full of collectibles and interesting furniture. Our bedroom was on the top floor and had 2 bedrooms (husband snores!) essentially, with a balcony (too cold to use yet) and handsome white-tiled bathroom with red accents. The beds werre very comfortable and the furnishings attractive. The suite was very private. The only thing missing from the room was a coffee/tea maker. We went down to the dining room in the late afternoon but couldn't find any hot water etc to make tea (nothing had been mentioned at check-in). However, breakfast was a real treat! A choice of three cooked meals (we chose eggs Benedict), and in the 'help-yourself' area, real piping hot croissants (not the breaded variety), cereals, juices, lots of tea choices. The coffee was excellent, as was the service by a young cheerful woman attending university. I would return. Gwendy Hall.

McGee's always makes your stay a good stay each and every time. For this stay I was not sure until the day off that I would be able to make it for the night and they allowed me to advise them last minute with any charges and that does not happen anywhere. This has been my 3rd stay at McGee's and I have referred other friends that come to Ottawa to stay there and will continue as McGee's is simple the best B&D I have ever been too. Always a great stay!! thank you!

Overall we were very satisfied. Great location, close to downtown sites and easy access to the Hwy 417. They accomodated a very late check-in. The room was clean, quiet and comfortable. Overnight onsite parking is limited but there is (legal) on-street parking nearby. The only dissatisfaction was our crepes were stone cold the morning we were leaving and couldn't be bothered asking for hot ones as we needed to get on the road.

In Ottawa to pick up our daughter and return home for the weekend. We have not seen her since Christmas. McGee's Inn was recomended by her room mate.

.... and I stayed in quite a few. Clean, centrally located, very friendly and helpful staff

My wife and I were most pleased with our stay at McGee's. We had not recalled much from our prior stay in 1999. The accommodations were pleasant and comfortable, and the hot breakfast was delicious. The bed was great, and our room seemed isolated, making it most restful.

I enjoyed the relaxed and friendly atmosphere. It was like returning home after a busy day sightseeing.

McGee's Inn was perfectly located for my needs -- close to shopping and major access routes. The breakfasts were wonderful. It was fun to stay in such a charming old "mansion".

close to every thing, frendly hosts, will defenetly go back.

This B&B has an excellent location and we were pleased to be able to walk to the sites we wanted to visit.

This is a great B & B in a great location - walking distance to the Market, downtown. The innkeepers are friendly and accommodating, and the rooms and overall decor are wonderfully appointed and kept. The breakfast is fantastic!

We stayed in the Egyptian room which was very well decorated. The room was bit small but we loved the jucuzzi and the fireplace; a log was left for us to use which was a lovely surprise. The bed was extremely comfortable. The only criticism I can offer was that I thought the breakfast was OK but not outstanding. Overall however, the unique style and comfort of our room, the old-fashioned decor of the inn, as well as the location of the inn, gave us a very charming and warm B&B experience.

lovely accommodations, excellent location, we always feel welcome at McGee's

We went for a Thursday and Friday night in November. There was plenty of parking. The decor was very well done - the pictures don't really do it justice. We stayed in rm 16 - John McGee's room. It was bigger than I expected and the wood burning fireplace worked beautifully. The food was excellent, with four choices for the warm breakfast. They even accommodated my friend who was gluten-sensitive. When we asked for tea one afternoon, they even included cookies as well - a thoughtful little touch. The market was in easy walking distance, as was Parliament Hill. I can't say enough good things about our stay. The attention to detail, beautifully appointed rooms and excellent breakfast all make this a superb inn.

A 5-night visit in the Windsor room on the top floor. Very comfortable and quiet.

I always find the staff/owners so welcoming and accomodating. If you need anything, there are willing to help. Breakfasts are varied and gorgeous. I visit my daughter who lives in Ottawa on a regular basis, and this b & b is so conveniently located to her apt, as well as everything we want to go to.

Service and friendliness of the hosts were incredible! The history and beauty of the house were well maintained yet remained very comfortable. The choices at breakfast were a great feature and always delicious! You must try the crepes!

This is our 4th visit to McGee's, and we can not say enough good things about this wonderful bed and breakfast. This family owned - family run business is truly a successful operation. The rooms are spacious, pleasant, and very clean, the breakfast always delicious, and service is always given with a warm smile. It is a lovely home for a relaxing break. We will happily be returning next year to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary!

Stayed in the Egyptian room, It was amazing. Great room, very romantic. Great Inn. Excellent service. Will definitely be going back.

Charming. Great location! Close to bus, shops, markets, atms, tourist stuff and off the beaten track stuff. Helpful innkeepers went out of their way to accommodate without being overly invasive. Lovely food. Want to go back to there...

The B&B is well located and the people very friendly. The room was a bit small but very clean and confortable. The breakfast was worth the stay. All and all a great place to stay for one night.

Very good breakfast and service

We brought our 1 year old with us, and found that it was really easy to bring her, the rooms were pretty "baby proof" which meant we could relax and enjoy our stay. It was ideal, and the hospitality and food was wonderful.

The stay at the inn was fine but next time I will check my reservation confirmation more carefully. I had requested room 12 and their confirmation was for room 11 which I did not notice. We needed two separate beds and therefore ended up on the third floor in the end, lugging up 200 plus pounds of luggage up the stairs in the 40 degree heat(after hours checkin -no one around) Other than that, it was fine. Location very good.

Qualité de la chambre Windsor excellenteet nous avons bien dormi Douche/SPA dernier cri. Bon acceuil. Près du centre-ville. Déjeuner très moyen et pas de café expresso!

McGee's Inn was a wonderful place to stay. We stayed in room 24 with its own private entrance. Very handy. The room was small, but well designed. It had a fridge, but no microwave. The staff was very friendly and helpful. They brought us wine glasses and a bottle opener to use and you could request a coffee maker or tea kettle in your room for daily use. The internet was fast and easy to use as well. The food was wonderful. You have 4 choices every morning as well as fruit, home made muffins, yogurt and cereal. The location was great as well. We could walk to parlament, museums, shops and lots of dinning. The Hard Rock Cafe was also very close. We only drove to visit Quebec. Over all I loved this place. It was the perfect place to spend our 10th anniversary. I would deffinatly stay here again.

We spent the weekend of 28-29 August in Ottawa for a cultural and entertainment visit to the Capital and we had lot of fun. We stayed at the McGee's Inn in the Egyptian room - very romantic! We really enjoyed the historical character of the house. But what impressed us the most were: the friendliness of the host, the great service, the ambiance including the camaraderie of the other guess and the wonderful breakfast we had on Sunday morning. In short, an outstanding experience! We highly recommend the McGee's Inn for your next stay in Ottawa. Laval, QC

A lovely country inn in the middle of the city...nice outdoor patio area to enjoy being outside. Lovely personnel and very accommodating. We stayed in the Windsor room with the "space-ship shower tub combo"....it was really fun! Super comfortable bed and well appointed room. The only drawback is that the house is very dark. Breakfast was served very quickly and was excellent, with three choices including a no-meat option. Great place!

Nous cherchions un emplacement coquet et confortable près du centre-ville.

This was a return visit. The breakfast was excellent. The staff was friendly and co-operative.

Everything was great. It was so clean.. so much better than a hotel. It was within walking distance to the market. It was quiet in the morning and we were in the room next to the dining room and didn't hear the first shift. The waitress seemed very shy but very sweet. Overall it was great and I would recommend it.

I have stayed at McGee's Inn several times, but have never written a review. This home is wonderful and the innkeepers do a fantastic job and are so personable. They go out of their way to help make your stay a pleasant one. The front yard has plenty of seating so you can sit outside and enjoy the lovely garden and trees. The "John McGee" room where I stayed has hardwood flooring and a fireplace with an antique mantel. It is very warm and inviting. This Inn definitely has the feeling of home - very lovely and comfortable. The location is excellent and close to the downtown area. Walking to the main tourist locations is very doable. If you have a car, the Inn has off-street parking. There is plenty of hot water even though this is a big house. Never had to worry about enough hot water for showering. The breakfasts are phenomenal. Besides the standard fare of toast, cereals, yogurt and fruit, they also offer a variety of crepes with bacon or sausage, and Eggs Benedict. Freshly baked muffins are also available. Eating there is a real treat. Some mornings the owners are serving breakfast. Visiting with any of the Armstrongs is a treat. Loraine Marlow, Tempe, Arizona, USA

A well positioned B&B close to downtown attractions. Very friendly and warm welcome and nothing was too much trouble. An historical home enforced by many relics of the past which added colour to the experience. Off road car parking and internet access a big bonus. Highly recommended.

My husband and I booked seven rooms for our wedding party and ourselves when we got married in Ottawa. We made a lot of really great decisions when we were getting ready for our wedding, like deciding to stay here (and, of course, deciding to get married in the first place!) Everyone in our group kept saying how good the breakfast was, and the young woman with the reddish hair who was serving breakfast got a special mention - she was so nice and so helpful! My mother gave McGee's two big thumbs up, and she's not the easiest person to please. The Victorian Room was perfect as a bridal suite, the shower in the Windsor Room was a popular conversation topic (you GOTTA check this thing out! TV in the shower, and the shower/bath has a remote!), and we loved the convenience of the Inn's location. Really, we couldn't have done better anywhere else in the city, and the people at the Inn were what made it so great. We had a lot to co-ordinate and the Inn was always accommodating. We used the main floor to open gifts and eat lunch, and we thought we were really lucky to have a place that we could gather together both families. We are now getting photos back from the photographer, and the classic, elegant background of the rooms at the Inn make for some gorgeous photos. I'm glad we didn't do the hotel thing - this is so much more personal.

My bride and I were looking for the perfect place to bring together two families who had never met each other and McGee's turned out to be ideal. The photos of the rooms on their website don't do them justice. These are gorgeous rooms. Everyone in our family raved about the eggs benedict at breakfast. The staff were very friendly and accommodating to our many requests. When two very valuable items went missing, the staff searched the inn, found them and tracked me down to return them. Thank you McGee's!

On Saturday, Hubby and I left behind the noise and grit of our city to head off to the noise and grit of another city. We were celebrating belatedly our wedding anniversary, and I had the brilliant thought that it would be so romantic to stay in a bed and breakfast overnight. Taking the advice of someone who had stayed at McGee's Inn in Ottawa last year, I took the plunge and booked a reservation for one night. My only regret now is that we could not stay a second or third or fourth night... The B & B was on one of those streets lined with beautiful old homes dating back to the late 1800's--some brick Victorians, others made of stone. This one was built in 1883, with three stories of Victorian brick, twelve-foot ceilings, Tuscan columns, and some gorgeous antiques. It has taken the family who owns it seven full years to restore it to the state in which I saw it, and apparently it is still a work in progress. The colour photo of Room #18 on the inn's website was what captivated me at first sight. Think pale green wallpaper, original wood moldings, quilts, an antique desk and best of all, a private screened-in porch on which to relax or entertain guests. Call me nostalgic if you will, but let me enjoy a trip into the gentler past. Breakfast was the cherry on top; with a choice of raspberry crepes with whipped cream, ham and cheese omelets with farm sausages, or eggs Benedict with sausages, you could not go wrong. Everything was fresh and delicious and served by friendly waitresses who were glad to share the locations of attractions in Ottawa with us. I really do hope that one day we will be able to return to enjoy it all over again--maybe on our second honeymoon!

We were so incredibly happy with the Mcgee's Inn. We stayed in the beautiful Victorian Roses suite, which had everything we needed, including a small fridge, tv, and internet access. The sizable room was clean and comfortable. The double-size jacuzzi was awesome (especially as the television could be seen while lying in it). Breakfast was delicious, with numerous choices, and served at convenient and sensible times.The inn is in a great location, and we were within walking distance of everything we wanted to do: museums, restaurants, parliament, markets.Yet, despite being so close to "the action", we found the Inn and the street it is on to be quiet and peaceful. The Armstrongs themselves were just lovely people. Talking with them was more like catching up with old friends than meeting for the first time. We absolutely recommend staying at the Auberge Mcgee's Inn! Derek and Fiona

Our group of 7 friends all agreed that it was the perfect place for our reunion. We loved getting together in the sitting room for long chats after an enormous breakfast. Be sure to have the strawberry and banana crepes! An added bonus was the free parking and central location. The innkeepers were extremely friendly and helpful. Thanks Judy for a happy time by all.

McGee's Inn is a large, old Victoria home that has been made into a B.& B. It has been filled with antiques and renovated, room by room. There is free parking at the front and on the street as well. Our stay was for 4 nights from March 15 to 19th. McGee's Inn is fairly close to the Bytown Market area which has lots of restaurants, pubs, specialty shops, sidewalk merchandise for sale, etc. My wife and I (60 plus) and my disabled son walked to Parliament hill, the War Museum, Art Gallery, the Mint and to various restaurants. We were surprised by the large number of people out at night enjoying themselves and everyone was polite and friendly. You learn to slightly adjust your walking route to avoid the bother of a few panhandlers. The young people that we encountered on the street were University of Ottawa students and they were universally polite and well-behaved. I paid in cash when I arrived and was told that they did not have the correct change and would get back to me. Although it was less than a dollar, they appeared at breakfast with my change. Breakfasts included a large range of choices: muffins, orange juice, fruit dishes, cereal, etc. were out on tables to be picked up. The choices to be served were: eggs benedict with sausages and toast, a couple of omelette choices, and a couple of fruit crepes. Service was better than at most restaurants and they quickly adjusted service, if they learned that you drank lots of coffee for example. One morning, our cups were filled and then a pot was placed on our table for refills. Making up the room was done after we left in the morning for tourist activities as well as some work on room renovation nearby. Every effort was made not to disturb guests. We would certainly come back and have recommended this B&B to an Ottawa native who often has out-of-town guests in, looking for accomodation.

It is always a treat to stay at McGees Inn. The historic house is beautiful, the location is excellent, the owners and staff are friendly and helpful, and the value is outstanding. Whatever might be the reason for my visit to Ottawa, I always look forward to staying at McGee's Inn. Albert Koehl Toronto

I travel to Ottawa a few times each year for work, and always look forward to my stay. It has the feeling of a warm and cozy home, it is like staying with friends and family. I immediatly feel welcomed. Everyone of the staff have been kind and accomdoating for all my needs while I'm away from home. I look forward to spending many more luxurious nights at this wonderful inn.

A grand mansion done up in a warm and comfortable style. Modern where it counts (bathrooms!) Willing and able to accommodate needs of both business travellers on a schedule and visitors who just want to relax. Great breakfasts!

I stayed for 3 nights in January 2010, and enjoyed every moment. My room was well appointed, and the atmosphere was wonderful. The service really was outstanding, as was breakfast - exactly what I needed - healthy yet decadent. I also loved that it was right down town in the heart of the action, close to shopping and restaurants. I will definitely come back again!!

We had a wonderful prechristmas family celebration at McGee's Inn Our hosts & staff made us feel welcome & comfortable. The Victorian charm of the B&B added to the wonderful family reunion. They were able to accomidate all 19 of us for the weekend with our own quiet restful suites. We definetly will stay again in our next visit to Ottawa The location is within walking distance of Byward Market excellent restraunts the government buildings attractions & Rideau Mall. It makes a great getaway weekend thanks again Virginia from Huntsville ON

McGee's Inn is in a class all of its own. Our room was beautiful, peaceful and very comfortable. The decor of the inn is stunning. From the biggest to the smallest details, everything is covered. The service is wonderful, right down to having guest umbrellas for a rainy day. Breakfast was a delight. The location was in walking distance to most major attractions. My wife and I look forward to visiting again and again. Well done! Patrick & Claudia Montreal, Qc

We were in Ottawa from July 28 to July 31 and stayed at the McGee's Inn. We really liked our stay at the Inn. My husband and I found the owners very friendly. We stayed in the John McGee's room #16. The room was so pretty and comfortable. The breakfast was very good. The next time we go to Ottawa, we plan to go back to McGee's Inn.

This is the most charming, friendly inn I have ever stayed at. The staff were so friendly, making sure that I had the best Canada Day ever. They advised me where to go and what to do and were right on every account. The food was fantastic! I highly recommend McGee's to anyone travelling to Ottawa.

My girl friend and I just came back from a fabulous week in Ottawa. We had such a good time and stayed at such a WONDERFUL inn, that we extended our stay for an extra day. Unfortunately that's all we could extend for because Patricia had to be back at work on Monday. If you're ever in Ottawa, we highly recommend that you stay at the McGee's Inn. The McGee mansion was built in 1886 for John McGee - Darcy McGee's brother and was converted to an inn about 25 years ago. About 5 years ago the Armstrongs (Judy and Ken; and their son Jason and daughter-in-law Sarah) bought the inn, refurbished it BEAUTIFULLY into a 12 bedroom Victorian style inn and have been running it ever since. I can't say enough about how much we enjoyed staying there. The hospitality was wonderful. The inn itself was beautiful, as you can see from our pictures, and the breakfasts were to die for - apple/brie crepes, strawberry/banana crepes, wonderful omlettes, sausages, eggs benedict ...... What else can I say - HEAVEN! Joel & Patricia

The Armstrong's B & B is the best in all areas. Beautiful home, quiet and clean accommidations, delicious food, gracious hosts. Would definitly return. P & K, Buffalo, New York

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Thank you so much for you kind words. We enjoy our business and especially when we have great guests.

- Judy (innkeeper)

We were recently on a short tour of Quebec and Ontario with a visiting friend from Scotland. We had stayed at McGee's before, some years ago, and decided that it would be a good place to take our friend for our stay in Ottawa. McGee's did not disappoint. The Inn is situated in a great spot for walking to most of what Ottawa has to offer, and we were very pleased with the quality both of the rooms and the hospitality offered to us. We were made very welcome by the Armstrongs, and we enjoyed meeting the other people who were staying there over an excellent breakfast. Our friend was able, through our stay at McGee's, to meet with even more Canadians on his trip here, and he enjoyed that very much.

Plainly Outstanding !

One of the best place I've stayed at in Ottawa. I reccomend it. Very cozy and calm.

This time it was winter in Ottawa, and the atmosphere at Mcgee's was perfect. The snow and Christmas lighting in the Garden area, make the welcome inside seem warmer and even more appropriate. We had the McGee room this time, and it really makes you think of Parliamentarians in the 1800's visiting Ottawa to represent their constituents. The hosts are like old friends, and so knowledgeable about local history. Dining is a matter of breakfast, and it always amazes me how long the meal goes on with good friends you meet at the Inn. If you'd like to stay in Ottawa, at a most convenient location, and come away feeling as if you have really experienced something special, I recommend McGee's Inn.

We have had the pleasure of staying at McGees Inn on several occasions over the past few years. We have stayed at dozens of Inns and Bed and Breakfasts all over the world and this is, without a doubt, one is our favourites. Its authentic, warm, incredibly decorated, and very, very comfortable ... from the bedrooms to the parlour to the beautiful gardens. We always feel so much at home here, this place has incredible energy and soul. The hosts are forever generous, very easygoing and take an immense amount of pride in what they have accomplished. Breakfast is mouthwatering, the coffee is world class... There's always only one downfall about our stay here ... and that is having to leave. We look forward to our next visit!

We spent 3 wonderful days in ottawa. This was a great place to stay - close to everything. We were able to walk everywhere we wanted to go. Breakfast was just the best!

I just spent the the best Canada Day weekend ever. I decided to go to Ottawa this year and wanted to stay somewhere close to the action without spending an arm and a leg. A friend suggested I stay at McGee's Inn on Daly street. I am grateful for the sound advice. Upon my arrival, I was pleased to see that there was plenty of parking, so I did not have to worry about finding somewhere to leave my car while enjoying the festivities. My room was lovely. It had a small fridge to keep some drinks, the bed was very comfortable, and the whole lot was impeccably clean. I awoke the next morning feeling a little worse for wear, only to be presented an amazing plate of eggs benedict and fresh fruit in the courtyard. The staff at McGee's made sure that I knew where to go and what to see. After a day of taking in shows and enjoying the sites, I returned to the Inn only to find the chef outside grilling something. It turned out that they had invited family and friends for a BBQ. I was invited to join them for a drink and a bite, and met several new people, including other guests. Everyone raved about the chef's secret rib recipe, and with reason. That amazing supper made my weekend complete. By then, the fireworks were little more than desert. Thank you very much to everyone at McGee's for a fantastic stay. See you next year. :-)

On the 24 May 2008 Norm and Betty celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary at the McGee's Inn. Last year we contacted Innkeeper Judy and asked her to host our celebration with a dinner for 15 guests. Judy did an outstanding job arranging our visit which included accommodating four couples and preparing and presenting the dinner. Everything was just perfect. Judy and her family made us most welcome as if we were home. She made our weekend so memorable. So good in fact we will return for our 60 th celebrations.

We stayed in John McGee's room and had a wonderful relaxing evening with the fireplace. Innkeeper provided wine glasses, plates and utensils for the dessert we brought back from the market. Very friendly hosts with wonderful breakfast. Within walking distance to many sites.

I shopped around for a romantic setting and couldn't believe how inexpensive McGee's was in comparison to other Inns in the area. I was absolutely floored when we arrived... from the exterior of the building, the interior decorating and cleanliness, the gorgeous and spacious room right through to the fabulous 5 star breakfast! We have both recommended McGee's Inn to friends and family. We were both thoroughly impressed - Great Job, keep it up!

The rooms are gorgeous and the location is fantastic. We have been very happy both times we have stayed there. The only suggestion I have is to perhaps change the breakfast menu periodically. The crepes would be much, much better with fresh strawberries or apples instead of the pie filling in them now. I also heard this comment from the couple at the table beside us. The crepes are a great idea, just a hint on how to make them spectacular instead of just o.k. The lower floor does smell faintly like cigarette smoke although I do know this is a non-smoking house. All in all, we have no complaints and will continue to come yearly to McGees and to recommend it to our friends and family.

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Thanks for the comments. We have now changed our apple crepes to fresh baked apples and have added two new crepes to the menu - peach/cranberry and rum raisen pear. They are "wonderful".

- Judy Armstrong (innkeeper)

This was our first trip to Ottawa, and we had a wonderful time. How lucky we were to have discovered McGee's Inn! The location was ideal for us: we parked our car in the inn's lot and did not use it again until we left. We were able to walk everywhere we wanted to go. We stayed in the John McGee room, a lovely large room with a fireplace which we made good use of on those cold February nights. The breakfasts were delicious and the hosts could not have been nicer.

We had never been to Ottawa before our stay during Winterlude 2007. I had read about it in our local newspaper the year before. The article was about romantic Valentine stories. One couple had been to Winterlude because the wife loved to skate but her husband really bombed, making their time on ice a real pain. The next year he surprised his wife with a trip to Ottawa for Winterlude. She couldn't believe it because she thought he hated skating. Here he had secretly taken skating lessons for the whole year and surprised his wife for Valentine's day with his excellent skating ability. I remember thinking "what a romantic thing to do!" So after alot of research we traveled to Ottawa on Feb 17th, which happened to be exactly when all of the major interstates in PA were closed because of a big snow storm. But that didn't stop us. We left the night before, traveling on the only open road northbound through PA,spent the night on the NY border,eventually taking rt 81 north through NY and to Ottawa. Mcgee's Inn was everything I hoped for and more, a sophisticated Victorian filled with antique charm, impecable service and food. We were able to walk to everything: the canal, market area and parliment hill. And just like the couple in the story, my partner Steve, who hadn't skated in almost 40 years, skated with me. I know he really didn't want to and didn't particularly enjoy tripping, falling and weak aching ankles, but he did it for me. And to me, it was the most romantic thing of all. I'll always remember that weekend: the ice, the cold, the music, the quaint bistros, antique shops, the ice sculptures, and most of all, the romance.

We have stayed at McGee's Inn about five times and have loved the friendly hosts. The breakfasts are to die for. I also like all the antique items and the character of the Inn. Our son, who is studying in Ottawa, is always invited to join us for breakfast at a very nominal fee. having parking spaces in Ottawa is also a plus.

The Egyptian Room is lovely and we enjoyed the warm hospitality and ambience of the inn. We hope to stay there again!

We always send our guests to McGee's and they always have rave reviews! Thank you for providing such an amazing service.

Going to the Auberge McGee's Inn will continue to remain a tradition for my husband and I. We have shared special times there and hope to make more fond memories there together.

Most of our guests who stayed were pleased and this is why the Dept. of BMI decided to keep sending them to your B&b

The rooms are absolutely beautiful and the home iteself is incredible! Great location to walk downtown - staff are very sweet. Would definately return ......

My wife & I had a wedding to attend in the Ottawa area. Instead of staying in the typical, stuffy run of the mill mass produced hotels, we decided to research bed & breakfasts in the area. We stumbled upon McGee's Inn and are glad we did. The setting is excellent, location is great (10 minute walk to the canal), room was great, food tantilizing and staff accommodating. We would reccommend the Inn to anyone. Very interesting history of the home.

After a 4 hour drive with a 7 year old in the backseat (are we there yet), we were extremely pleased to find such a quaint B&B within walking distance of all the sights and restaurants. The attention to detail and the tasteful rooms were an added bonus. Our room suited our needs perfectly and the beds were very cozy and comfortable. Our host was pleasant and the breakfast we enjoyed the next day was outstanding. I wouldn't even entertain the idea of staying in a hotel after finding such a jewel in the heart of downtown. We will definitely return and have already passed on the name to our friends. Great value for an upscale B&B!!

I've been staying at McGee's for the last few years and it is always enjoyable. While the rooms are small (which is expected for old homes), they are furnished with interesting objects and the beds are wonderful! A nice walk to downtown Ottawa.

The breakfast is wonderful and the young woman who served breakfast was fabulous, helpful and friendly. The Inn is very nice, clean and comfortable, but a liitle expensive for the quality of the bathrooms, they need some work.

For a warm combination of modern value, and old time values, McGee's Inn in the heart of Ottawa can not be beat. The Inn is charming, and reflects a time of comfort and warm hospitality evoking a feeling of comfort and peaceful relaxation which is so rare in today's world. Within "No Sweat" walking distance of all of Ottawa's major attractions, Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal, Sparks Street Mall, and The Byward Market, yet parking is "free" and easy. Much more than a Bed and a Breakfast, McGee's Inn is an experience you will want to return to again and again.

This Inn is outstanding in quality and attention to detail. It has an incredible aura about it, like the lives of those who have lived there before are still present. In the heart of the city you feel at peace here .. the innkeepers are helpful, very friendly and you will get THE best breakfast anywhere at McGees. Difficult to leave, can't wait to return.