South End Travel Guide

Ottawa

A bridge over a calm river, historic buildings, and a castle on a hill.
A river with a boat, a historic castle, and a city skyline with a prominent tower.
A river flowing over rocks with a bridge in the background and lush greenery around.
A group of people rowing a long boat on a lake, surrounded by trees and floating docks.
A frozen lake with trees reflecting on the water, surrounded by a snowy landscape.

Stay near popular South End attractions

A group of people rowing a long boat on a lake, surrounded by trees and floating docks.
Photo by Lynn Bryan
Open Photo by Lynn Bryan

Mooney's Bay Park

9.6/10 (4 reviews)
After visiting Mooney's Bay Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Things to do

Canadian War Museum Admission

Canadian War Museum Admission

£14
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

£20
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Full-Day Montreal and Cruise Tour

Full-Day Montreal City Tour from Ottawa and optional city cruise

£58
per adult
Full-Day Montreal City Tour from Ottawa and optional city cruise
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Top hotels in South End

Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport

3 out of 5
2400 Alert Road Ottawa ON
The price is £82 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
£82
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,355 reviews)
"Clean room and hallway, good breakfast but if it should be complementary. Staffs are very cordial."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Airport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Airport

3 out of 5
135 Thad Johnson Private Ottawa ON
The price is £107 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
£107
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,340 reviews)
"A decent hotel. Very well located for our use."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Airport
Alt Hotel Ottawa Airport

Alt Hotel Ottawa Airport

3 out of 5
1085 Airport Parkway Private Ottawa ON
The price is £119 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
£119
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Ernst & Young Centre ...
9/10 Wonderful! (163 reviews)
"Parking is a bit of a nightmare. You have to park in the airport lot then hump it to the hotel. Parking isn’t particularly well marked in terms of finding the hotel"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Alt Hotel Ottawa Airport
Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa Airport, ON, CN

Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa Airport, ON, CN

2.5 out of 5
2869 Gibford Drive Ottawa ON
The price is £81 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
£81
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,044 reviews)
"Pratique, confortable et bien équipé !"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa Airport, ON, CN
Days Inn by Wyndham Ottawa Airport

Days Inn by Wyndham Ottawa Airport

2 out of 5
366 Hunt Club Rd Ottawa ON
The price is £79 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
£79
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,178 reviews)
"easy parking. close to airport"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Ottawa Airport
Homewood Suites By Hilton Ottawa Airport

Homewood Suites By Hilton Ottawa Airport

3 out of 5
3605 Paul Anka Dr Ottawa ON
The price is £94 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£94
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,103 reviews)
"Cleanliness, great staff, tasty breakfast options, kids friendly pool, guest laundry service were all great things that we enjoyed in our stay."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Homewood Suites By Hilton Ottawa Airport
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Where to stay in South End

Find the best South End areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large Gothic-style church with twin spires and a clock tower.

Downtown Ottawa

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Byward Market Square and Parliament Hill, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.

The exterior of the Canadian Tire Centre with hockey player images and the text "Ottawa Rising" and "Ottawa Debout".

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.

A canal with boats, a bridge, and historic buildings with green roofs.

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.

A street with The Grand, The Aldeburiner, and The Pour House.

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.

A collection of vintage biplanes on display in a museum.

Gloucester

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Ernst & Young Centre are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Blair Station or Cyrville Station to see more of the city.

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