Downtown Gatineau Travel Guide

Ottawa

A waterfront promenade with a historic building, a clear blue sky, and a view of a castle across the water.
A wide urban street with modern buildings, trees, and a clear blue sky.
A vibrant mural on a brick building, a sign for BIJUULT, and a plaque for Sentier Culture Trail.
A colorful circular mural with various abstract patterns and designs.
A colorful circular mural with a central spiral design, surrounded by various abstract patterns.

Stay near popular Downtown Gatineau attractions

A modern building with a distinctive dome and a Canadian flag.

Canadian Museum of History

9.0/10 (1,552 reviews)
Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.
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Things to do

Fairmont Château Laurier

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

฿900
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian War Museum Admission

Canadian War Museum Admission

฿627
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ottawa 200th Anniversary Guided Bike Tour

Ottawa 200th Anniversary Guided Bike Tour

฿1,665
per adult
Ottawa 200th Anniversary Guided Bike Tour
National Gallery of Canada Admission

National Gallery of Canada Admission

฿600
per adult
National Gallery of Canada Admission
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Beechwood Cemetery Haunted Walk with Mausoleum Visit

฿900
per adult
Beechwood Cemetery Haunted Walk with Mausoleum Visit
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Hidden Ottawa Secrets Walking Tour

฿900
per adult
Hidden Ottawa Secrets Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Gatineau

Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre

Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street Gatineau QC
The price is ฿2,452 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿2,452
฿2,918 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions National Arts Centre ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,792 reviews)
"Old. Notices up about upgrading. 1/2 filled pool smells awful in the lobby and gym. Was told the room would be cleaned every other day. It was clean when we arrived - no issue there. 3 nights, not cleaned. Staff seemed resigned to the complaints as the status quo. Hot water was off when we arrived. ..."

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown

Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown

3 out of 5
131 Rue Laurier Gatineau QC
The price is ฿2,726 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿2,726
฿3,244 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very good! (1,366 reviews)
"Top"

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown
Les Suites Victoria, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Les Suites Victoria, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
1 Victoria Street Gatineau QC
The price is ฿3,549 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
฿3,549
฿4,224 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Il a tres peu de parking, parfois il est complet malgré que ta payer 20$ pour et tu dois te stationner dans la rue. Sinon l'hôtel est vraiment bien"

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

Les Suites Victoria, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Duvernay Studios and Suites

Duvernay Studios and Suites

2.5 out of 5
92 De L'hotel-De-Ville Street Gatineau QC
The price is ฿2,176 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
฿2,176
฿2,589 total
14 Nov - 15 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Byward Market Square and National Arts Centre are ...
Duvernay Studios and Suites
The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street Ottawa ON
The price is ฿3,065 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
฿3,065
฿3,671 total
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (8,143 reviews)
"It was good would stay at this hotel again"

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

The Business Inn
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

5 out of 5
1 Rideau St Ottawa ON
The price is ฿5,752 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
฿5,752
฿6,889 total
27 Nov - 28 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
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Where to stay in Downtown Gatineau

Find the best Downtown Gatineau areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 Byward Market Square, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.

The exterior of the Canadian Tire Centre with hockey player images and the text "Ottawa Rising" and "Ottawa Debout".

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.

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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.

A street with The Grand, The Aldeburiner, and The Pour House.

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.

A large indoor space with high ceilings, featuring a central stage, wooden totem poles, and a long corridor with columns.

Hull

Hull is a destination visitors seek out for its interesting museums, casinos and stunning river views. You might want to check out attractions like Canadian Museum of History or Casino du Lac Leamy while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Downtown Gatineau Travel Guide