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Accommodation Scams in Ottawa, Canada
Fake listings, bait-and-switch hotels, ghost rentals, and check-in fraud. Below are the accommodation scams scams reported in Ottawa — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Las Vegas, Miami, and Tulum.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
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Accommodation Scams Scams
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Total in Ottawa
How it works
Fraudulent Airbnb and VRBO-style listings for apartments near Parliament Hill collect full payment before the traveler arrives, only for the listed address to be a real building where the host has no unit. These listings use stolen professional photography and fabricated reviews. Ottawa tourism peaks make this more common.
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10 total warnings across all categories