5/5 - Excellent
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A fantastically serene city. As a Scot, reminds me very much of Central Edinburgh, with its architecture and natural beauty. Well worth a visit.
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Where to stay in Ottawa
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.
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.
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.
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.
Orleans
Orleans is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Princess Louise Falls.
Gloucester
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Rideau Canal are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Blair Station or Cyrville Station to see more of the city.
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
1 Rideau St Ottawa ON
The price is 3.651.887 ₫ per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
3.651.887 ₫
4.332.964 ₫ total
23 Dec - 24 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
The Business Inn
180 MacLaren Street Ottawa ON
The price is 2.449.550 ₫ per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
2.449.550 ₫
2.906.363 ₫ total
5 Dec - 6 Dec
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! (8,054 reviews)
Yes ,,everything was good
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
2 Montcalm Street Gatineau QC
The price is 2.011.710 ₫ per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
2.011.710 ₫
2.393.954 ₫ total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
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! (1,015 reviews)
Clean room, and amazing breakfast buffet. Lobby ambience is perfect
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
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.
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
130 Besserer St Ottawa ON
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! (5,180 reviews)
Very nice rooms and great location for seeing museums and other attractions in the area. Staff was very welcoming.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
180 Cooper Street Ottawa ON
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,058 reviews)
Great place to stay, some might find it a bit dated but its clean and the staff are great. We will be staying there again for sure
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Arlo Apartments Downtown
88 Albert Street Ottawa ON
Stay at this aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy a fitness centre, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,154 reviews)
Having extra amenities already prepared, furnished ustensil and also very clean the room
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
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.
Popular places to visit
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.
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 great live music in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
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.
Rideau Canal
4.5/5(31 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Rideau Township with a trip to Rideau Canal. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
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.
Canadian War Museum
5/5(12 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Canadian War Museum during your trip to Ottawa. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this walkable area.
Reviews of Ottawa
4.5
Top destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
A great city especially to cycle and walk around
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
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
The Ridout area is excellent Centre Ville is soulless Ridout canal and locks were the high spot
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
canal cruise worth a trip
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
One of the best cities to walk around, the local transport is very good
Other places like Ottawa
- Parliament Hill
- Casino du Lac Leamy
- Carleton University
- Rideau Canal
- University of Ottawa
- Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus
- National Arts Centre
- Canadian War Museum
- TD Place Stadium
- Algonquin College
- Canadian Museum of History
- Rideau Centre
- Calypso Water Park
- Parliament Building
- Kōena Spa
- Nepean Sportsplex
- National Gallery of Canada
- Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre
- The Ottawa Hospital General Campus
- Embassy of the United States
- St. Laurent Centre
- Canada Aviation and Space Museum
- Ernst & Young Centre
- Rideau Carleton Raceway
- Commissioners Park
- Ottawa City Hall
- Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica
