Lowertown Travel Guide

Ottawa

National Gallery of Canada featuring interior views and art
National Gallery of Canada featuring interior views and art
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica showing interior views, a church or cathedral and heritage elements
National Gallery of Canada showing art and interior views

Popular places to visit

National Gallery of Canada which includes interior views as well as a large group of people

National Gallery of Canada

4.5/5(15 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at National Gallery of Canada during your trip to Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

National Gallery of Canada
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica

Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica
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Canadian Tire Centre

4/5(3 reviews)

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.

Canadian Tire Centre
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
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Casino du Lac Leamy

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

Casino du Lac Leamy
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University of Ottawa

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe at University of Ottawa during your visit to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

University of Ottawa

Top hotels in Lowertown

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG

2.5 out of 5
235 KING EDWARD AVENUE Ottawa ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 2.507.424 ₫ per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
2.507.424 ₫
3.003.393 ₫ total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,604 reviews)
Very clean, great service. Breakfast was decent. Just wish they had a hot tub

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa

Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa

2 out of 5
475 Rideau St Ottawa ON
The price is 2.267.657 ₫ per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
2.267.657 ₫
2.716.199 ₫ total
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
The room was clean, no problems with the staff. But the morning breakfast is non-existent. Not a problem with a Keurig machine and a microwave in the room, but still something to consider.

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St Ottawa ON
The price is 4.043.384 ₫ per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
4.043.384 ₫
4.843.165 ₫ total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,212 reviews)
Great service

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street Ottawa ON
The price is 2.789.199 ₫ per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
2.789.199 ₫
3.340.926 ₫ total
4 Mar - 5 Mar
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (8,130 reviews)
Very spacious room, staff were friendly and helpful and provided suggestions of activities to do snd good restaurants to visit, walking distance to popular attractions

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

The Business Inn
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street Gatineau QC
The price is 1.769.995 ₫ per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
1.769.995 ₫
2.106.036 ₫ total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Byward Market Square ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,277 reviews)
Self parking is not available

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St Ottawa ON
The price is 3.610.676 ₫ per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
3.610.676 ₫
4.324.787 ₫ total
7 Mar - 8 Mar
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! (2,934 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Lord Elgin Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Lowertown

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
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 Parliament 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 Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.

Sandy Hill
Aerial panoramic view of downtown Ottawa, including University of Ottawa campus, Sandy Hill, Parliament Hill and Peace Tower, Gatineau Park hills in the backdrop, Ontario, Canada

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
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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Downtown Gatineau

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the gardens and festivals in Downtown Gatineau. You might want to make time for a stop at Canadian Museum of History or Maison du velo.

Downtown Gatineau

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