Title: Ottawa Valley Travel Guide: Best of Ottawa Valley, Canada Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Ottawa Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-Valley-Hotels.d6234134.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Ottawa Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-Valley-Holiday-Rentals.d6234134.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Ottawa Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Ottawa-Valley.d6234134.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Ottawa Valley Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ottawa-Valley.d6234134.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ottawa Valley Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-Valley.d6234134.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Ottawa Valley Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502188/a94be612-d335-4e99-ae89-36b179aeb4e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502188/a94be612-d335-4e99-ae89-36b179aeb4e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Parliament Hill showing château or palace, heritage architecture and an administrative building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502188/17dea18a-9a21-443c-9ca4-ed46b6830bc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Confederation Square which includes a city and a monument](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508552/45770a0e-5b27-4350-a4c8-c469c9f8e4ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Parliament Hill showing a castle and snow](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502188/ccde07b4-868e-4567-9531-872754ad1dab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ottawa Valley Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Ottawa Valley ![Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229019/f3dc1879-0491-4f64-87e4-255a3e47f589.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-Downtown-Ottawa.dx6057857) ![aerial view of Kanata Ontario, view along March road, Summer scene](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6057858/b9e912e7-6b84-4eeb-8844-6cf08b628a19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-Kanata.dx6057858) ![BBT3FW Samuel de Champlain Statue, Nepean Point, Parliament Hill in distance, Ottawa, Ontario](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8987/f0c750d3-0e7d-40c3-a67e-6f15de58eb37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-Nepean.dx8987) ![Byward Market which includes street scenes, signage and markets](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502203/73625982-102b-4568-8199-09e8ea4128a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-ByWard-Market.dx553248633981688734) ![Canada Aviation and Space Museum showing interior views and aircraft](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502197/bc18d72a-73ca-4166-898b-162db79791e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-Gloucester.dx10574) ![Petrie Island Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/59205/f5497874-c562-4220-ae86-4ef08ae7a8a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Orleans Orleans is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Petrie Island Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Orleans.dx59205) - Top hotels in Ottawa Valley - Top Holiday Rentals in Ottawa Valley ![The Business Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/896800/896730/c3a9cf93_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Business Inn 180 MacLaren Street Ottawa ON £77 31 Jan - 1 Feb 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! (8,154 reviews) The room was great, the free breakfast phenomenal and the staff were courteous. Will definitely stay there again. Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026&selected=896730&PinnedHotelID=896730&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6234134) ![Fairmont Chateau Laurier](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3300/3283/25398c6b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fairmont Chateau Laurier 1 Rideau St Ottawa ON £130 12 Feb - 13 Feb 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! (3,122 reviews) Clean room and great staff! Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=3283&PinnedHotelID=3283&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6234134) ![Lord Elgin Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/528300/528265/f7a6531d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lord Elgin Hotel 100 Elgin St Ottawa ON £132 1 Mar - 2 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! (2,832 reviews) Location was great for a nearby concert, room was clean and quiet. Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=528265&PinnedHotelID=528265&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6234134) [See all 764 properties in Ottawa Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=31%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6234134) 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](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16000/16000/6f352d92_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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! (5,285 reviews) Clean room friendly staff...great location..updated room Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-Hotels-Les-Suites-Hotel-Ottawa.h16000.Hotel-Information) ![Cartier Place Suite Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/53000/52951/b19d1ea9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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! (4,121 reviews) Rooms are a little dated. But super clean. Great location. Great parking, underground and heated. Very quiet. Staff were very helpful and friendly. We’ve stayed twice and enjoyed it each time. Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-Hotels-Cartier-Place-Suite-Hotel.h52951.Hotel-Information) ![Parc Omega](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48750000/48746400/48746303/423b2cc2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Parc Omega 399 QC-323 Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours QC Stay at this cabin in Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Omega Park and Camp Explora ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (203 reviews) Staff were friendly and very helpful xx Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Notre-Dame-De-Bonsecours-Hotels-Parc-Omega.h48746303.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Ottawa Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6234134&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canadian-Tire-Centre-Kanata.d6072511.Attraction) ![Ottawa_CasinoduLacLeamy_6191545-7](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6191545/93a4c241-cb0f-4a6a-b1be-90f9b8842ea6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Casino du Lac Leamy Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Casino-Du-Lac-Leamy-Ottawa.d6191545.Attraction) ![Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502188/3bce9810-2fea-4dc0-b274-4642274b7144.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Parliament Hill Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart. 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