Golden Triangle Travel Guide

Ottawa

Photo by Linda Nisbett
Photo by Linda Nisbett
Photo by Carole Brown
Photo by Carole Brown
Photo by Carole Brown
Photo by Carole Brown

Popular places to visit

Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative building

Parliament Hill

4.5/5(36 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.

Parliament Hill
Byward Market which includes street scenes, signage and markets

Byward Market Square

4.5/5(38 reviews)

During your trip to Ottawa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Byward Market Square. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Byward Market Square
Carleton University

Carleton University

4/5(3 reviews)

Explore the campus of Carleton University as part of your travels around Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Carleton University
Rideau Canal featuring a city, street scenes and a castle

Rideau Canal

4.5/5(31 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Rideau Township with a trip to Rideau Canal. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

Rideau Canal
Canadian Museum of History featuring skyline and modern architecture

Canadian Museum of History

4.5/5(17 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Canadian Museum of History during your travels in Gatineau. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Canadian Museum of History
National Arts Centre

National Arts Centre

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

National Arts Centre

Top hotels in Golden Triangle

The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is 2.824.240 ₫ per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
2.824.240 ₫
3.350.923 ₫ total
24 Aug - 25 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,653 reviews)
"In the heart of the downtown area. Very walkable to the Parliament Hill and many museums. My kids loved the breakfast."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

The Business Inn
Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Cartier Place Suite Hotel

3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is 3.308.330 ₫ per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
3.308.330 ₫
3.925.334 ₫ total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,794 reviews)
"Perfectly situated for the price. Family of 3 kids (11,9 and 5) and the double bed room with sofa bed was perfect. We brought a camping mattress fod the 3rd kid. The pool and hot tub was great too."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Cartier Place Suite Hotel
25 Cartier LP / Ottawa Embassy Hotel

25 Cartier LP / Ottawa Embassy Hotel

3.5 out of 5
25 Cartier St, Ottawa, ON
The price is 3.797.458 ₫ per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
3.797.458 ₫
4.505.685 ₫ total
16 Aug - 17 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. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,073 reviews)
"It was a great stay near to everything, love the fact that has a full kitchen, just that the hot water is really really hot and np exhaust fan in the bathroom, need place to hang towels too cause, its too small bathroom, But over all is very good & will come back and stay here on our next Ottawa ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

25 Cartier LP / Ottawa Embassy Hotel
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
The price is 2.129.629 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
2.129.629 ₫
2.534.239 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Byward Market ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"We arrived super late but check in was easy and reliable! Parking was $17 for the day and was underground!"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
The price is 3.714.448 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
3.714.448 ₫
4.407.192 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,620 reviews)
"Good stay but the rooms and common areas / amenities like the gym are dated and need a refresh."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Ottawa Marriott Hotel

Ottawa Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Kent St, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 3.245.968 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
3.245.968 ₫
3.851.341 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,299 reviews)
"Great area , enjoyed the pool"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Ottawa Marriott Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Downtown Ottawa

4/5(47 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Rideau Centre and Rideau Mall, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or uOttawa Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Ottawa
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Sandy Hill

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

Sandy Hill
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
Parliament Hill featuring nightlife, performance art and night scenes

Byward Market - Parliament Hill

If you're spending time in Byward Market - Parliament Hill, check out sights like Parliament Building or Parliament Hill and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rideau Station or Parliament Station.

Byward Market - Parliament Hill
Ottawa featuring a cascade, a bridge and snow

Glebe

You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Glebe. You might want to make time for a stop at TD Place Stadium or Rideau Canal.

Glebe

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