Centretown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cityscape with a mix of modern and historic buildings, a statue in a park, and autumn-colored trees.
A city street with a large historic building, trees, and pedestrians.
A large historic building with a tower and turret, surrounded by lush green trees and grass.
A traditional Chinese gate with intricate blue and gold patterns and Chinese characters.
A historic building with a prominent clock tower and a flag.

Stay near popular Centretown attractions

A historic building with a clock tower and a green roof.

Parliament Hill

9.0/10 (11,740 reviews)
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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Activities

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

NZ$46
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian War Museum Admission

Canadian War Museum Admission

NZ$32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ghosts of the Bytown Museum

Ghosts of the Bytown Museum

NZ$46
per adult
Ghosts of the Bytown Museum
Ottawa: Bilingual Guided City Tour by Amphibious Bus

Ottawa: Bilingual Guided City Tour by Amphibious Bus

NZ$81
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Bilingual Guided City Tour by Amphibious Bus
Grand Hall

Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)

NZ$35
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Scenic Ottawa Night Tour

Scenic Ottawa Night Tour

NZ$146
per adult
Scenic Ottawa Night Tour
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Our pick of the best Centretown Hotel Deals

Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St Ottawa ON
The price is NZ$304 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$304
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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! (3,203 reviews)
"Staff were courteous. We only stayed a night."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Lord Elgin Hotel
The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street Ottawa ON
The price is NZ$210 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$210
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (8,255 reviews)
"Great breakfast. Awesome rooms"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

The Business Inn
Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection

Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection

4 out of 5
123 Metcalfe Street Ottawa ON
The price is NZ$338 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$338
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection
Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Cartier Place Suite Hotel

3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street Ottawa ON
The price is NZ$238 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$238
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (4,556 reviews)
"Chambres un peu désuètes qui auraient besoin d'un grand coup de ménage, mais tout était assez bien. Emplacement idéal pour visiter les principales attractions de la ville en marchant."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Arlo, BW Signature Collection

Arlo, BW Signature Collection

2 out of 5
88 Albert Street Ottawa ON
The price is NZ$245 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$245
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,541 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff. Perfect for a stay downtown"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Arlo, BW Signature Collection
Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown

3.5 out of 5
185 Slater Street Ottawa ON
The price is NZ$261 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$261
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
"This is a great place to stay in downtown Ottawa. It is conveniently located in easy walking distance to Parliament Hill, the National Gallery and the Market. Our room was clean and functional, with decent lighting by hotel standards, good WiFi, and a comfortable chair. There was a Nespresso machine ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown
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Our guide on where to stay in Centretown

Find the best Centretown 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 Parliament Hill and Rideau Centre, 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 modern building with a distinctive dome and a Canadian flag.

Hull

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.

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