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Where to stay in Ottawa
Downtown Ottawa
4/5(47 area reviews)
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Rideau Centre and Byward Market Square, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or uOttawa Station to see more of the city.
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.
Nepean
Nepean is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nepean Sportsplex and Bayshore Shopping Centre while in the area.
Centretown
4/5(15 area reviews)
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.
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.
Orleans
Orleans is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Princess Louise Falls.
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM606 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
RM606
RM719 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,583 reviews)
"Very nice and clean . Room was really big . Close to mall and everything was walkable."
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
The price is RM386 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
RM386
RM459 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Canadian War ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,036 reviews)
Bon séjour pour un bon prix
"Je vais être honnête, l'hôtel est en rénovation, rénovation majeure. Nous avons réserver à cet hôtel car nous avions la possibilité d'avoir une suite pour moins de 200$. L'hôtel était un super hôtel dans les années 80, d'ou les rénovations majeures. Notre chambre (PH) était au dernier étage et bénéficiaire ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
The Business Inn
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is RM458 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
RM458
RM544 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,630 reviews)
"Great and very convenient place for family"
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,715 reviews)
"Room mix up for the first night that got resolved but meant we had to move our entire family which was upsetting and inconvenient"
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
Residence & Conference Centre - Ottawa West
1385 Woodroffe Ave., Ottawa, ON
Stay at this aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (1,646 reviews)
"Positive : Affordable - The location is good - Staff was professional Negative : The water pressure in the shower was very very weak."
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
180 Cooper Street, Ottawa, ON
Book a stay at this eco-certified aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,771 reviews)
"We recently stayed at the Cartier Place suite hotel in downtown Ottawa and had a great experience overall. While the hotel was a bit dated in terms of the decor and furnishings, the service more than made up for it. The staff were genuinely helpful, friendly and went out of their way to make our ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Carleton University
Explore the campus of Carleton University as part of your travels around Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants 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.
Canadian Museum of History
Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.
National Arts Centre
You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Things to do
Ottawa: Sightseeing River Cruise
RM165
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
RM174
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
RM105
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
RM84
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
RM683
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Ottawa
4.5
Top destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
A fantastically serene city. As a Scot, reminds me very much of Central Edinburgh, with its architecture and natural beauty. Well worth a visit.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
A great city especially to cycle and walk around
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Ottawa very picturesque city and very walkable. Rideau canal is a must. Canadian war museum also excellent- parking on site- underground- but quite difficult to find car park- esp at present as roadworks on street.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
The Ridout area is excellent Centre Ville is soulless Ridout canal and locks were the high spot
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
canal cruise worth a trip
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
One of the best cities to walk around, the local transport is very good
