Alta Vista
Ottawa
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Popular places to visit
Canadian Tire Centre
Catch an event at Canadian Tire Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Rideau Canal
This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
University of Ottawa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Ottawa during your visit to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Top hotels in Alta Vista
Residence Inn by Marriott Ottawa Airport
It was clean, staff was friendly, breakfast was ok pool was a bit small and no towels when we went down, 15min from downtown
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
The Business Inn
The room was clean and spacious. The breakfast had great variety and hit the spot before we headed out skating on the canal. They even had snacks bags with a water bottle to take to go. We highly recommend this hotel. It is an easy walk to the Rideau Canal and Parliamet buildings. It was very ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
1. Check-in process was very slow. I had only 1 resident ahead of me and it still took me 25mins to reach the counter inspite of 3 representatives being present at the desk. 2. Room was very small and felt very claustrophobic. 3. Room took too long to get heated as there were cool winds blowing in ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Great location great service room was good but not brand new.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Great room. Top of the line bathroom amenities. Soft beds. Only downfall was room was very warm. Sat at 73 degrees F (even though the thermostat was set at 70F. No way to turn it down and no window to crack open.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Great experience, will definitely book again. We staid for one night over a weekend trip to Ottawa. The price is super affordable, the staff was super nice, and the rooms comfortable, clean, and in good shape.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alta Vista
Glebe
You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Glebe. You might want to make time for a stop at TD Place Stadium or Rideau Canal.
Old Ottawa East
While in Old Ottawa East, you'll enjoy the sporting events. Catch the metro at Lees Station to see top sights like Rideau Canal while you're in the area.
Industrial Park
If you're spending time in Industrial Park, check out sights like St. Laurent Centre or Canada Science and Technology Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cyrville Station or St-Laurent Station.
South End
Consider a visit to South Keys Shopping Centre and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in South End. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Greenboro Station or Confederation Station.
Centretown
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Centretown. Top attractions like Elgin Street and Canadian Museum of Nature are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon Station to see more of the city.
Sandy Hill
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Rideau Centre or Rideau Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.
