Sandy Hill Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
University of Ottawa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Ottawa during your visit to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Canadian Tire Centre
Catch an event at Canadian Tire Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Haunted Walk at Beechwood Cemetery National Historic Site
Top hotels in Sandy Hill
University of Ottawa Residence
"Offered wifi but could not connect ha dto use my phone data."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel
"Awesome place to rest your head!"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Henderson Residence University of Ottawa
"Does what it says on the tin. A clean, relatively new dorm room, handy to the university area. Desk staffed by friendly and helpful students. Perfect if you're on campus for a conference or whatever."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Henderson Héritage Home
"Booked a room with private bathroom. Description did not say bathroom was not in room. Others were using the bathroom. Messaged the host was told to lock it! Very old poorly kept house. It’s a dorm style for students, and cost me $578 for the night! Do not recommend this place. I did let the property ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
The Business Inn
"Clean and big room. Nothing except pans and utensils in the kitchen (be aware, no salt and oil). The breakfast could make less garbage, everything uses packaging."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
"Environnement propre, grandes chambres, belles vues sur Ottawa ou Gatineau. Le personnel est courtois et a l’écoute. Par contre, l’hôtel devrait être rénovée. Il y a des appareils brisés (première visite le séchoir. Deuxième visite le bain était toute craqué, présence de rouille et réfrigérateur ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Sandy Hill
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.
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 Centrepointe Theatre while in the area.
Gloucester
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Ernst & Young Centre are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Blair Station or Cyrville Station to see more of the city.
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.
