The British Hotel- Sir John A. Macdonald Suite

Room in boutique hotel in Gatineau, Canada

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1 private bath
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars.59 reviews
Hosted by Short And Suite BnB
  1. Superhost
  2. 9 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

Check yourself in with the lockbox.

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Furry friends welcome

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Welcome to the British Hotel in Aylmer, Quebec! Nestled in the heart of this charming historic town, our beautifully restored 19th-century hotel offers a perfect blend of old-world elegance and modern comfort. Enjoy luxurious rooms with vintage decor, free Wi-Fi, and plush bedding. Savor gourmet dining at our on-site restaurant, sip a glass of wine at the bar, take your dog to the dog spa and explore nearby attractions like the Aylmer Marina and Gatineau Park!

The space
In post-Confederation Canada, the British Hotel was known as the finest in the region. In fact, Canada’s first prime minister, Sir John A. Macdonald, was known to sip beer at the British, sitting by the fireplace in what is now called the Gold Room. The Sir John A. Macdonald room is elegantly decorated with a king-sized bed and luxurious modern bathroom. Its large sunny windows offer an excellent view of the Ottawa River.
Built in 1834 by Robert Conroy, the British Hotel has stood as a witness to some of the most important events in western Quebec’s, and indeed, Canada’s history.
The British has been an inn for weary travellers passing through Aylmer to take the steamboat up the Ottawa River, a venue for world-class music, and a gathering place for Canada’s post-Confederation elite. Its 180-year-old walls have sheltered prime ministers, senators, country music stars, royalty, Quebec legends, and even a few alleged assassins on the run.
In 2014, a group of local entrepreneurs undertook painstaking renovations and restoration work to return Canada’s oldest hotel, as well as the old Provincial Bank of Canada building next door, to its former glory.

The Space
Highlighted Features Include:
-Second floor, boutique hotel with elevator
-1 Bedroom, 1 bathroom
-King sized bed
-Cot available for 3rd person upon request
-Crisp, clean white linens and towels provided. European style sheets, pillow cases, body towels and hand towels provided.
-Self check in available anytime after 3pm
- Self check in through lockbox and keycard
-Kitchenette with Nespresso, mini bar
-mini fridge
-Speedy wifi to keep you connected
-AC and heat, individually controlled in your unit
-Smart TV
-Underground parking available $ per day or hourly rate available. Kindly note it's a first come, first serve.
Lots of street parking available for free as well
-Cafe in building
-Bar in building
-Grand front lobby and event space (can be booked separately)
-Wheelchair accessible building
-Dog wash station (extra $)
-Car wash station (extra $)
-Long term discounts available (30 days plus stays), weekly discounts available
-Toilet is in a closed area, shower and sink are in the studio area open to the bedroom

Other things to note
The hotel has a bar and cafe
The noise travels to the units

Other things to note

Ongoing cleaning services are provided every 7 days for longer term guests.

To turn on the shower, please pull out both knobs to get the water running.

From time to time maintenance or emergencies in the units will occur. We will always give you notice of entry through the airbnb chat if entry is needed.

Noise does travel between the bar and the hotel. On nights where there are large events you will hear noise in the unit. The bar is open until 2am

Kindly note in the winter there are some street parking limitations. I would suggest doing underground paid parking in the winter

Registration details
Quebec – Registration number
286661, expires: 2026-08-31

What this place offers

Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Pets allowed
TV
Air conditioning
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm
Unavailable: Smoke alarm

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 59 reviews

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Gatineau, Quebec, Canada
Exact location will be provided after booking.

Meet your host

Superhost
13364 reviews
4.37 out of 5 average rating
9 years of hosting
Born in the 90s
Where I went to school: London Ontario
Hi I’m Genevieve- owner of Short and Suite! We are an Ottawa-based boutique Airbnb property management company passionate about delivering 5-star guest experiences. As avid travelers, I’ve learned what makes a stay unforgettable and pride myself on creating unique, welcoming accommodations. From cozy cottages to boutique hotels and city escapes, we offer a variety of pet-friendly stays designed to make you feel at home. We can’t wait to host you

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 p.m.
Checkout before 11:00 a.m.
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm not reported
Smoke alarm not reported