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
Hidden Ottawa Secrets Walking Tour

Hidden Ottawa Secrets Walking Tour

£20
per adult
Hidden Ottawa Secrets Walking Tour
eSIM: Airalo State of Palestine e-Sim Package

eSIM: Airalo North America e-Sim Package

£9
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo North America e-Sim Package
Ottawa: City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour

Ottawa: City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour

£4
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour
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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 £87 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£87
19 Jul - 20 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! (2,359 reviews)
"Great place for reasonable price"

Reviewed on 10 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 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£107
19 Jul - 20 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! (2,348 reviews)
"Terrible Housekeeping and Failed Promises The room cleanliness and service at this hotel are highly concerning. For two days straight, our room was completely ignored and never refreshed by 5:00 PM. On the second day, I went to the front desk to complain, but the following day, the room was still ..."

Reviewed on 11 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 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£119
12 Jul - 13 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! (166 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, nice room, onky a few minutes to walk to the airport. Not well marked in the airport getting there. To get to the walkway to get to the hotel you need to be on the departure level at the end of the airport the hotel is at. Only other complaint is there isnt a vending machine. They ..."

Reviewed on 11 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 £74 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£74
19 Jul - 20 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 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£79
19 Jul - 20 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! (1,179 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 £88 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£88
19 Jul - 20 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! (1,106 reviews)
"All the stay was good !"

Reviewed on 11 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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