5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
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 Byward Market Square, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or uOttawa 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.
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.
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.
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.
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
100 Kent St, Ottawa, ON
The price is £103 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
£103
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
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! (1,184 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay, friendly staff and convenient location!"
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2025
Lord Elgin Hotel
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is £108 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
£108
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,337 reviews)
"Great!"
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2025
The Business Inn
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is £82 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
£82
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
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! (7,245 reviews)
"Very accommodating"
Reviewed on 19 Mar 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 4-star eco-certified 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! (4,457 reviews)
Great for families
"The stuff was excellent and very friendly- everything we asked for, answered immediately. The kitchen was amazing with everything we needed, perfect for families. The pull up sofa bed in the living room was not good and you could feel all the springs. Nut for adult sleep but for the kids it was decent. ..."
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2025
Sonder The O'connor
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! (891 reviews)
"It was continently located and clean. There was construction right outside our window knocking down houses early in the morning. Also parking was very limited. I paid for 4 nights parking and 1 evening when I came back I went to the second level parking and there was over 10 spot empty but all said ..."
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2025
Sonder Arlo
88 Albert Street, Ottawa, ON
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy a fitness centre, laundry facilities and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (643 reviews)
Overall Goid Stay
"The only things I would note would be the exterior noise if traffic was louder than I expected. Perhaps with a door to bakcony and 2 windows ut is more orone to that. (I am a light sleeper). Even though there were alit if electrical plugs sometimes they were unaccessible due to furniture and mirrors. ..."
Reviewed on 19 Mar 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)
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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.
Byward Market Square
4.5/5(38 reviews)
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Rideau Canal
4.5/5(31 reviews)
This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.
Canadian Museum of History
4.5/5(17 reviews)
At this museum, one of the most visited in Canada, discover the events, experiences, people and objects that have shaped the nation’s history.
Canadian War Museum
5/5(12 reviews)
The country’s museum of military history features collections of weapons and vehicles that cover hundreds of years of conflict.
Things to do
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
£102
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
£11
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Discover Ottawa with a Local Guide Private Walking Tour
£142
per adult
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
£15
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
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
