Sandy Hill
Ottawa
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Popular places to visit
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.
Department of National Defense
After visiting Department of National Defense, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Laurier House
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Laurier House during your trip to Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Embassy of Ivory Coast
Embassy of Ivory Coast is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
ISKCON Ottawa
You can find out about the history of Ottawa with a stop at ISKCON Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Embassy of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Embassy of the Democratic Republic of the Congo is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Top hotels in Sandy Hill
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel
Clean room. Clean common areas. Friendly staff. Unique stay - worth the experience. Pretty quiet the mid-week night I stayed there.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Auberge McGee's Inn
All excellent
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Staff was great! A beautiful hotel. Room we were given in the west part of the hotel was small and needs and update but I am told by the wonderful staff lady Sarah there are reno upgrades coming so that issue should improve. All in we really enjoyed the time there and will return there.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Lord Elgin Hotel
Clean, good location, friendly staff. Lobby is beautifully decorated for the holiday season.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
The Business Inn
The layout is a bit confusing and the rooms are rather dated but I won’t stay anywhere else in Ottawa again. The location is perfect, walkable to just about anything you’d wanna do in Ottawa. The staff was all wonderful. One of the best provided breakfasts I’ve ever seen in a hotel. Highly ...
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Great spot. Clean and affordable
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sandy Hill
Downtown Ottawa
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Rideau Centre and Rideau Mall, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.
Golden Triangle
Golden Triangle is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Elgin Street and Ottawa City Hall while in the area.
ByWard Market
A noteworthy feature of ByWard Market is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Byward Market Square and Rideau Centre.
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.
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.
Overbrook
When in Overbrook and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like St. Laurent Centre or Cosmic Adventures and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St-Laurent Station or Cyrville Station.
