Downtown Ottawa Travel Guide

Ottawa

A large Gothic-style church with twin spires and a clock tower.
A city street with a mix of modern and historic buildings, including a red brick building with ornate details and a large clock tower in the background.
A modern glass building surrounded by lush green trees and grass.
A lock system, a museum, and a river.
A city square with historic buildings, a red bus, and a wooden bench.

Stay near popular Downtown Ottawa attractions

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

Parliament Hill

9.0/10 (11,740 reviews)
Parliament Hill is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this walkable area.
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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 4.569.473 ₫ per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
4.569.473 ₫
5.473.315 ₫ total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,925 reviews)
"I was surprised to learn during our stay that this hotel was THE place to stay in back when traveling by train was the norm, with it sitting right next to Ottawa's main railway station. The informative signs detailing the many famous figures and dignitaries that have visited the chateau over the ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St Ottawa ON
The price is 3.950.971 ₫ per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
3.950.971 ₫
4.732.474 ₫ total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 ...
Lord Elgin Hotel
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St Ottawa ON
The price is 3.300.848 ₫ per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
3.300.848 ₫
3.953.755 ₫ total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 ...
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Cartier Place Suite Hotel

3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street Ottawa ON
The price is 3.770.888 ₫ per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
3.770.888 ₫
4.516.770 ₫ total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
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 ...
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection

Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection

4 out of 5
123 Metcalfe Street Ottawa ON
The price is 4.346.812 ₫ per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
4.346.812 ₫
5.274.297 ₫ total
9 Oct - 10 Oct
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. ...
Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection
DoubleTree by Hilton Ottawa Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Ottawa Downtown

4 out of 5
33 Nicholas St Ottawa ON
The price is 3.329.774 ₫ per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
3.329.774 ₫
3.988.402 ₫ total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,330 reviews)
"Travelled with our dog, so very good of the property to allow pets! Unfortunately, our room was not ready at check-in time so they moved us to another room which was much smaller than what we had been expecting based on our last stay. Good of them to let us check in, but as a result we may not have ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Ottawa Downtown
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Where to stay in Downtown Ottawa

Find the best Downtown Ottawa areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 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.

A lake with a sandy shore and scattered clouds.

Orleans

Orleans is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Princess Louise Falls and Petrie Island Park.

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.

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