The British Hotel - Penthouse J.W. McConnell

Room in boutique hotel in Gatineau, Canada

  1. 10 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 5 beds
  4. 1 private bath
Hosted by Short And Suite BnB
  1. Superhost
  2. 9 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

Check yourself in with the lockbox.

Extra spacious

Guests love this home’s spaciousness for a comfortable stay.

Great location

Guests who stayed here in the past year loved the location.
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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.

The space
The McConnell is a first choice for those who enjoy the finer things! With its cathedral ceiling and Georgian-style dormer windows, this penthouse suite offers couples an enchanting getaway in the heart of Old Aylmer.
More than 1,5oo-square feet in size, the McConnell has an open-concept design with a king-sized bed, a kitchenette, a freestanding tub, and an open walk-in shower. The suite also includes a private room with a double bed and 3 sofa beds.

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:
-3rd floor, boutique hotel with elevator
-1 Bedroom, open bathroom concept
-King sized bed, 1 double and 3 pull out sofas
-Crisp, clean white linens and towels provided. European style sheets, pillow cases, body towels and hand towels provided.
-Self check in available anytime after 4pm
- Self check in through lockbox and keycard
- There is no kitchen in this hotel room
- Nespresso, mini bar
-mini fridge
-Speedy wifi to keep you connected
-AC and heat, individually controlled in your unit
-Smart TV
-Foosball table
-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

Guest access
Bridal get ready photos, photo shoots, bridal parties and small events (under 10 people) are welcome here. Please submit a request with your details for pre screening before booking.

Please note:
There is no kitchen in this hotel room

Other things to note
Bridal get ready photos, photo shoots, bridal parties and small events (under 10 people) are welcome here. Please submit a request with your details for pre screening before booking.

Other things to note

There is no kitchen in this hotel room. Only microwave, coffee machine, kettle and toaster

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

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

The shower and bathtub are open concept, but we have included a privacy wall.

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

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.

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

- The hot water runs out quickly as all guests use the shower one after another. The hot water tank is only a standard size.

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

Where you'll sleep

What this place offers

Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free street parking
Pets allowed
TV
Unavailable: Smoke alarm

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Rated 4.92 out of 5 from 76 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

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

Meet your host

Superhost
13302 reviews
4.36 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.
10 guests maximum
Safety & property
Smoke alarm not reported
Carbon monoxide alarm