Centretown Travel Guide

Ottawa

A cityscape with a mix of modern and historic buildings, a statue in a park, and autumn-colored trees.
A city street with a large historic building, trees, and pedestrians.
A large historic building with a tower and turret, surrounded by lush green trees and grass.
A traditional Chinese gate with intricate blue and gold patterns and Chinese characters.
A historic building with a prominent clock tower and a flag.

Stay near popular Centretown attractions

A historic building with a clock tower and a green roof.

Parliament Hill

9.0/10 (11,740 reviews)
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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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
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
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)
Local Market Food Tour - Downtown Ottawa

Local Market Food Tour - Downtown Ottawa

฿3,236
per adult
Local Market Food Tour - Downtown Ottawa
Haunted Walk at Beechwood Cemetery National Historic Site

Beechwood Cemetery Haunted Walk with Mausoleum Visit

฿881
per adult
Beechwood Cemetery Haunted Walk with Mausoleum Visit
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Top hotels in Centretown

The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street Ottawa ON
The price is ฿3,753 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿3,753
฿4,495 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (8,259 reviews)
"Clean room but little bit scary"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

The Business Inn
Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection

Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection

4 out of 5
123 Metcalfe Street Ottawa ON
The price is ฿5,713 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿5,713
฿6,932 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,745 reviews)
"Loved this place! Seems very new. Rooms spotless and sparkling, great hardwood in the rooms (who wants a gross carpet!). Gym is being renovated and can still use it- it will be magnificent when done! Stayed a total of four nights and nothing negative noted. Loved it."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection
Ottawa Embassy Hotel

Ottawa Embassy Hotel

3.5 out of 5
25 Cartier St Ottawa ON
The price is ฿4,246 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿4,246
฿5,086 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,371 reviews)
"We only stayed overnight but the room was clean and bed was comfortable. Mattress was a bit firm. This is the second time we have stayed here and parking was not available on site. We ended up parking at City Hall and walking to the hotel."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

Ottawa Embassy Hotel
Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Cartier Place Suite Hotel

3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street Ottawa ON
The price is ฿5,185 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿5,185
฿6,211 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (4,523 reviews)
"Great staff great location very clean room"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Arlo, BW Signature Collection

Arlo, BW Signature Collection

2 out of 5
88 Albert Street Ottawa ON
The price is ฿4,446 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
฿4,446
฿5,326 total
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,519 reviews)
"Is a very nice hotel"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Arlo, BW Signature Collection
Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown

3.5 out of 5
185 Slater Street Ottawa ON
The price is ฿4,279 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿4,279
฿5,125 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown
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Where to stay in Centretown

Find the best Centretown areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 Byward Market Square and Parliament Hill, 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 modern building with a distinctive dome and a Canadian flag.

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.

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