The Metcalfe Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Ottawa, Canada, hosting 190 at dinner and 260 standing.

The Metcalfe Hotel

OttawaOntario, Canada

Set in a historic building in downtown Ottawa, The Metcalfe Hotel brings together 108 guest rooms and a banquet hall that seats 190 for dinner or holds up to 260 guests standing.

Guests
190 at dinner260 standing
Rooms
108 rooms
Getting there
YOW

About the venue

Set in a historic building in downtown Ottawa, The Metcalfe Hotel brings together 108 guest rooms and a banquet hall that seats 190 for dinner or holds up to 260 guests standing.

In-house catering covers plant-based, gluten-free and organic menus, and there's a bar on site plus room for dancing once the tables are cleared.

Couples aren't restricted to an approved vendor list, so you can bring in the florists, photographers and musicians you want.

Accommodation ranges from Classic Rooms with a queen bed to two-bedroom Suites sleeping six, which keeps families and wedding parties under one roof.

  • Banquet hall seating 190 for a seated dinner or 260 standing
  • 108 guest rooms, from Classic Queen rooms to two-bedroom Suites for six
  • In-house catering with plant-based, gluten-free and organic options
  • No approved vendor list — bring your own suppliers

Short answers

How many guests does The Metcalfe Hotel hold?
The Metcalfe Hotel holds 190 at dinner and 260 standing.
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Can guests stay at The Metcalfe Hotel?
Yes. 108 rooms.
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How do guests get to The Metcalfe Hotel?
Fly into YOW.
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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
190 guests
Standing reception
260 guests

Staying over

Rooms
108 rooms
Room types
12 listed

House rules

Pets
Yes
Nearest airport
YOW
Parking
Yes
Step-free access
Yes
Guest transport
No

Questions about the venue

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How many guests can the venue hold?
The banquet hall seats 190 guests for a seated dinner and accommodates up to 260 for a standing reception. Receptions are held indoors.
Do we have to use your caterer and vendors?
Catering is handled in-house, with plant-based, gluten-free and organic options available. There is no approved vendors only policy, so you are free to choose your other suppliers.
Can our guests stay at the hotel?
Yes. There are 108 rooms, including Deluxe Queen Rooms and Classic King Rooms for two, Junior Suites for up to five, and two-bedroom Suites and Superior Rooms that sleep up to six.
Is there parking and a shuttle service?
Parking is available on site. A shuttle service is not offered.
Who do we contact about booking a wedding?
Amanda Lewicki, Director of Sales, can be reached at sales@themetcalfehotel.com or +1 613-231-6555. Pricing is quoted in CAD.

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