Downtown Ottawa Travel Guide

Ottawa

Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
Downtown Ottawa
Downtown Ottawa
Downtown Ottawa
Downtown Ottawa

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Top hotels in Downtown Ottawa

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St Ottawa ON
The price is 3.683.970 ₫ per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
3.683.970 ₫
4.371.031 ₫ total
21 Dec - 22 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,952 reviews)
The Christmas trees in the lobby were outstanding our room was very clean and pretty large. We will definitely be going back to the chateau Laurier in Ottawa on another trip.

Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St Ottawa ON
The price is 2.838.901 ₫ per night from 19 Dec to 20 Dec
2.838.901 ₫
3.368.578 ₫ total
19 Dec - 20 Dec
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! (2,567 reviews)
Charm

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St Ottawa ON
The price is 3.989.552 ₫ per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
3.989.552 ₫
4.733.603 ₫ total
5 Dec - 6 Dec
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5,182 reviews)
Clean and spacious room, only downfall wasn’t advised that you had to pay for parking. Overall very nice stay

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

4 out of 5
325 Dalhousie Street Ottawa ON
The price is 3.678.311 ₫ per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
3.678.311 ₫
4.364.363 ₫ total
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,871 reviews)
One of my favourite places in Ottawa.

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Ottawa Marriott Hotel

Ottawa Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Kent St Ottawa ON
The price is 2.870.026 ₫ per night from 12 Dec to 13 Dec
2.870.026 ₫
3.405.286 ₫ total
12 Dec - 13 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,354 reviews)
My first choice when staying in Ottawa.

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Ottawa Marriott Hotel
The Metcalfe Hotel

The Metcalfe Hotel

4 out of 5
123 Metcalfe Street Ottawa ON
The price is 3.155.802 ₫ per night from 19 Dec to 20 Dec
3.155.802 ₫
3.744.359 ₫ total
19 Dec - 20 Dec
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,359 reviews)
Nice atmospehere, welcoming staff, great restaurant

Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

The Metcalfe Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Ottawa

Byward Market which includes street scenes, signage and markets

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.

ByWard Market
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Sandy Hill

Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Rideau Centre or Rideau Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.

Sandy Hill
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Golden Triangle

Golden Triangle is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Elgin Street and Ottawa City Hall while in the area.

Golden Triangle
Ottawa which includes snow

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.

Centretown
Canadian Museum of History featuring skyline and modern architecture

Hull

4/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Hull
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Old Ottawa East

While in Old Ottawa East, you'll enjoy the sporting events. Catch the metro at Lees Station to see top sights like Rideau Canal while you're in the area.

Old Ottawa East


Downtown Ottawa Travel Guide

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