West Carleton Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Diefenbunker
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Diefenbunker during your trip to Carp. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly 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.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Top hotels in West Carleton
Wingate by Wyndham Kanata West Ottawa
Very nice stay. Room was clean and beds were comfortable. No complaints here.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
The staff was amazing and the amenities included in the room were first class. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone who wants to travel to Ottawa.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The Business Inn
Very nice space with great amenities! Close to the breakfast station and good spot for adventuring in the area.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Breakfast wasn’t included. Staff was available and attentive
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Toilet situation over running water, wish more comfortable seating in room. Other than that very comfortable beds and clean. Great customer service.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Great front desk staff, very clean room and hotel
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Carleton
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.
Stittsville
While visiting Stittsville, you might make a stop by sights like Canadian Tire Centre and Kevin Haime Golf Centre.
Aylmer
Abundant dining options and pristine golf courses are well-reviewed features of Aylmer. Make a stop by top sights like Kōena Spa while you're exploring the area.
Barrhaven
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrhaven and surrounding area, you can visit Walter Baker Sports Centre and Nepean Sportsplex.
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.
Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park
While you're in Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park, take in top sights like Rideau Canal and jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
