Lowertown Travel Guide

Ottawa

A cathedral interior with ornate golden altars, blue and gold ceiling patterns, and tall stained glass windows.
A historic church with twin spires and a clock tower, surrounded by lush greenery and urban street elements.
An ornate cathedral interior with high vaulted ceilings, intricate stained glass windows, and detailed carvings.
An art gallery with wooden floors, paintings on the walls, and a skylight.
An art gallery with red walls and wooden floors. There are three paintings displayed, one on each wall and one on the floor.

Stay near popular Lowertown attractions

A long corridor with high ceilings, large windows, and columns.

National Gallery of Canada

9.2/10 (2,207 reviews)
Explore art through the ages in this impressive collection of national and international works of art.
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Things to do

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

฿881
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian War Museum Admission

Canadian War Museum Admission

฿614
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Lilo Floating Tiki Bar on the Ottawa River

Lilo Floating Tiki Bar on the Ottawa River (Gatineau Pickup)

฿2,008
per adult
Lilo Floating Tiki Bar on the Ottawa River (Gatineau Pickup)
Local Market Food Tour - Downtown Ottawa

Local Market Food Tour - Downtown Ottawa

฿3,236
per adult
Local Market Food Tour - Downtown Ottawa
ByWard Market Tour Timber Taverns and Tall Tales

ByWard Market Tour Timber Taverns and Tall Tales

฿614
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
ByWard Market Tour Timber Taverns and Tall Tales
Grand Hall

Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)

฿679
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
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Top hotels in Lowertown

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG

2.5 out of 5
235 KING EDWARD AVENUE Ottawa ON
The price is ฿4,381 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿4,381
฿5,248 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,711 reviews)
"..."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa

Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa

2 out of 5
475 Rideau St Ottawa ON
The price is ฿2,827 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿2,827
฿3,386 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
6.8/10 (1,014 reviews)
"Great location with parking. Cockroaches in our room. There was a trap for them that was quite full and live ones too."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St Ottawa ON
The price is ฿5,647 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿5,647
฿6,764 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,835 reviews)
"Salle de bain petite et sans ventilateur au plafond. La télévision était mal situé. Le reste, très bon service. Les lits sont très confortable"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre

Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street Gatineau QC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,648 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
฿2,648
฿3,151 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,365 reviews)
"I truly enjoyed my stay at your hotel. The room was very clean and presentable and the bed was folded correctly and very clean white sheets which I truly enjoyed it. Though the next time I come back, I think the room needs a little bit of updating the TV was way too small for this day and age and ..."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St Ottawa ON
The price is ฿5,343 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿5,343
฿6,400 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,245 reviews)
"Bar closes too early 11pm"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Lord Elgin Hotel
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St Ottawa ON
The price is ฿4,042 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿4,042
฿4,841 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,972 reviews)
"Très bien"

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
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Where to stay in Lowertown

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A large Gothic-style church with twin spires and a clock tower.

Downtown Ottawa

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Parliament Hill and Rideau Centre, 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.

A canal with boats, a bridge, and historic buildings with green roofs.

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 collection of vintage biplanes on display in a museum.

Gloucester

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Blair Station or Cyrville Station to see more of the city.

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