Ottawa Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Ottawa

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 Byward Market Square, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or uOttawa Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Ottawa
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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.

Kanata
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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.

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Orleans

Orleans is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Petrie Island Park and Place D'Orleans Shopping Center.

Orleans
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 Jacques Cartier Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Hull
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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 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
The Business Inn
The Business Inn
2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is 2.451.057 ₫ per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
2.451.057 ₫
per night
24 Jun - 25 Jun
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 WiFi in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (6,749 reviews)
"We stay here every time we go to Ottawa. Love it"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2024

The Business Inn
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
The price is 3.772.214 ₫ per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
3.772.214 ₫
per night
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,753 reviews)
La vie de Château
"Beautiful, prestigious, fabulous."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
3.5 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
The price is 2.924.557 ₫ per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
2.924.557 ₫
per night
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,837 reviews)
"easy check in modern up to date suite great daily housekeeping safety measures in place..it is a downtown hotel checkout was less than 'friendly'"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2024

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sonder Arlo
Sonder Arlo
88 Albert Street, Ottawa, ON
Stay at this aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy a fitness centre, laundry facilities and concierge services. Popular attractions Byward Market Square and National Gallery ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (168 reviews)
Great Spot to Visit Canada's Gorgeous Capital
"Excellent spot for a visit to Canada's capital. The room was a bit small but other than that, I still give it 5 stars. The people were friendly and helpful. Very professional. It's also walking distances to Parliament Hill and to Ottawa's subway. Subway system was fun!"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2024

Sonder Arlo
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
3.5 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,837 reviews)
"easy check in modern up to date suite great daily housekeeping safety measures in place..it is a downtown hotel checkout was less than 'friendly'"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2024

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Sonder The O'connor
Sonder The O'connor
3.5 out of 5
377 Rue O'Connor Street, Ottawa, ON
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy a fitness centre, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (435 reviews)
"The accommodation was well appointed and clean. We did reserve a king bed but ended up with a queen. Also, none of the windows open, which I found strange. No fresh air."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024

Sonder The O'connor
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Ottawa

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
5 Nov 2019

A fantastically serene city. As a Scot, reminds me very much of Central Edinburgh, with its architecture and natural beauty. Well worth a visit.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
30 Sep 2019

A great city especially to cycle and walk around

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
23 Sep 2019

Ottawa very picturesque city and very walkable. Rideau canal is a must. Canadian war museum also excellent- parking on site- underground- but quite difficult to find car park- esp at present as roadworks on street.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
22 Sep 2019

The Ridout area is excellent Centre Ville is soulless Ridout canal and locks were the high spot

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
19 Sep 2019

canal cruise worth a trip

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
18 Sep 2019

One of the best cities to walk around, the local transport is very good

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