Golden Triangle Travel Guide

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Aerial panoramic view of downtown Ottawa, including University of Ottawa campus, Sandy Hill, Parliament Hill and Peace Tower, Gatineau Park hills in the backdrop, Ontario, Canada (September 2024)
Aerial panoramic view of downtown Ottawa, including University of Ottawa campus, Sandy Hill, Parliament Hill and Peace Tower, Gatineau Park hills in the backdrop, Ontario, Canada (September 2024)
Skate on the world's largest ice rink. Every year at this time, Gatineau and Ottawa host a shared event called Winterlude. It's a festival that I've gone to since I was a little girl. It's a lot of fun for the whole family. All the events are free of charge and the festival snow bus is also free that takes you to different locations where events are being hosted and run about every 15 minutes. You can expect music, sledding, tubing, ice skating on the Rideau Canal, original snow taffy made with real maple syrup, ice sculptures, free hot chocolate, coffee at some locations, and so much more. I highly recommend if you are in the area. #Winterlude #Quebec #Ontario #Gatineau #Ottawa #tourism #Thingstodo #Festival #NationsCapital
Lightly seared tuna with cannellini beans and a six minute egg was the best thing I've eaten in Ottawa, to date. Love Town, on Elgin #Delicious Photo Challenge
People complain that Ottawa rolls up the sidewalks at 9pm but there are great places to get a late night drink and something tasty to eat, apart from your hotel bar. Datsun is the sister Restaurant to he popular El Camino amd on Monday nights, it’s Industry Night after 9pm. $3.50 Jameson. $5 bao as well as a delicious, Asian inspired menu, pots of tables in the middle or you can sit at the bar or at the other side of the room, watching the kitchen work it’s magic

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Our pick of the best Golden Triangle Hotel Deals

The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street Ottawa ON
The price is NZ$198 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
NZ$198
15 Feb - 16 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! (8,122 reviews)
Excellent location. Walking distance to many restaurants and Rideau Canal. Staff was friendly and efficient. Room was spacious and clean.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

The Business Inn
Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Cartier Place Suite Hotel

3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street Ottawa ON
The price is NZ$252 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
NZ$252
6 Mar - 7 Mar
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,124 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

Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Ottawa Embassy Hotel

Ottawa Embassy Hotel

3.5 out of 5
25 Cartier St Ottawa ON
The price is NZ$221 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$221
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,255 reviews)
Great location for a quick 20 hr stop in Ottawa. Walking distance to confederation park and parliament hill. Steps to Rideau canal access points for skating. Onsite parking very limited. Nearby lot is very expensive. But staff are lovely and will direct you to other nearby lots as well.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Ottawa Embassy Hotel
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St Ottawa ON
The price is NZ$297 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
NZ$297
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! (3,151 reviews)
Beautiful ambiance, helpful staff.

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St Ottawa ON
The price is NZ$291 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$291
27 Feb - 28 Feb
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)
Clean and comfortable and the staff was very helpful

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Lord Elgin Hotel
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

4 out of 5
325 Dalhousie Street Ottawa ON
The price is NZ$259 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$259
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,930 reviews)
Rooms are spotless , even received complimentary champagne and soft drinks and they let you check in early without a fee. The service was impeccable too

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Golden Triangle

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Centretown

4.5/5(8 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.

Centretown
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica featuring a city, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Downtown Ottawa

5/5(20 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.

Downtown Ottawa
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Sandy Hill

Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Rideau Centre or Rideau Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.

Sandy Hill
Byward Market featuring street scenes, a city and markets

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.

ByWard Market
Ottawa which includes snow, a bridge and a cascade

Glebe

You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Glebe. You might want to make time for a stop at TD Place Stadium or Rideau Canal.

Glebe
Canadian Museum of History showing modern architecture and skyline

Hull

5/5(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.

Hull


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