Barrhaven
Ottawa
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.
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.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Top hotels in Barrhaven
Hampton Inn & Suites Ottawa West
We were in town for a family funeral. Ryan and his team went above and beyond to make our stay as pleasant as possible. Extremely attentive and compassionate service. Will come back again. The room was quiet, very clean, efficiently furnished, and the breakfast buffet was superb.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Room was spacious with our two young kids! Restaurant service was amazing! Both breakfast and dinner!
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
The Business Inn
Everything was good.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Clean Room, Nice, polite and knowledgeable staff.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
yes rooms clean staff good
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Staff was amazing, centrally located and within walking distance of most attractions and a really great restaurant selection. The rooms were clean and decently sized.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barrhaven
Nepean
Nepean is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nepean Sportsplex and Centrepointe Theatre while in the area.
Kanata
Kanata is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Canadian Tire Centre and Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre while you're in town.
Stittsville
While visiting Stittsville, you might make a stop by sights like Canadian Tire Centre and Kevin Haime Golf Centre.
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.
Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park
While you're in Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park, take in top sights like Rideau Canal and jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
Aylmer
Abundant dining options and pristine golf courses are well-reviewed features of Aylmer. Make a stop by top sights like Kōena Spa while you're exploring the area.
