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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 Rideau Mall, 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.
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
The price is ฿2,623 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿2,623
฿3,121 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Byward Market ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,022 reviews)
"The room was very spacious. It was great to have a door separating the "coffee", prep after shower area from the sleeping area."
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
The price is ฿4,575 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿4,575
฿5,428 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,637 reviews)
"Very nice place"
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
100 Kent St, Ottawa, ON
The price is ฿3,998 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,998
฿4,743 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,304 reviews)
Good family hotel, never felt crowded. Comfortable
"Beds were comfortable. Room Service Food excellent as well as restaurant food. Enjoyed our stay."
Reviewed on 7 Aug 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 Wi-Fi, room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,796 reviews)
"Very close to the public transit and attractions. Room is cozy and spacious. Very clean. I enjoyed staying here a lot"
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Arlo Apartments Downtown
88 Albert Street, Ottawa, ON
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy a fitness centre, laundry facilities and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (927 reviews)
"We were in Ottawa for the Ironman race so the location was perfect. The only issue was parking as Sonder does not have parking so you have to rely on public parking."
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025
Residence & Conference Centre - Ottawa West
1385 Woodroffe Ave., Ottawa, ON
Stay at this aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (1,669 reviews)
"Bed comfortable. Food options nearby"
Reviewed on 4 Aug 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 acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Things to do
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water
฿1,517
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
฿1,320
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
฿800
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
฿640
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
฿5,195
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
