5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
A very pretty city full of history and culture. A perfect stop for any museum or architecture lover. Foodies will enjoy the great restaurants and local produce on show.
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Where to stay in Ottawa
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 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
4.5/5(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.
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.
Orleans
Orleans is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Princess Louise Falls and Petrie Island Park.
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$283 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$283
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,563 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel"
Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
The price is NZ$154 per night from 22 July to 23 July
NZ$154
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Canadian War ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,012 reviews)
"Good"
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025
The Business Inn
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$194 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$194
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,633 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was plentiful and delicious. Many restaurants within easy walking distance. Beautiful walk to the Capitol area."
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 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 WiFi, room service, and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,692 reviews)
"I loved having a balcony, washer and dryer. Overall very comfortable."
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025
Residence & Conference Centre - Ottawa West
1385 Woodroffe Ave., Ottawa, ON
Stay at this aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (1,644 reviews)
"Positive : Affordable - The location is good - Staff was professional Negative : The water pressure in the shower was very very weak."
Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
180 Cooper Street, Ottawa, ON
Book a stay at this eco-certified aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,761 reviews)
"Excllent location close to Parliament and other heritage buildings, though parking very expensive"
Reviewed on 14 Jul. 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(15 reviews)
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Byward Market Square
4/5(19 reviews)
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Carleton University
Explore the campus of Carleton University as part of your travels around Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Rideau Canal
4/5(21 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
5/5(4 reviews)
See the world’s biggest photograph and largest indoor totem pole collection and a 2,000-piece assortment of indigenous artefacts at this informative museum.
Canadian War Museum
5/5(4 reviews)
The country’s museum of military history features collections of weapons and vehicles that cover hundreds of years of conflict.
Activities
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
NZ$68
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water
NZ$78
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
NZ$33
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
NZ$41
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Ottawa
4.3
Top destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Hop on/off bus only ran hourly week days which meant fewer buses. miss one, you had a long wait to next one. Rideau Canal slow and boring. commentary a repeat of the bus commentary. Byward markets mostly restaurants. Elgin st has best shops.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Easy bus from airport, easy walking distance to everything and beautiful city. Very much enjoyed my time in Ottawa.
4/5 - Good
Eric
A good place for a walkabout overview of Canada's history
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Lovely place to visit, beautiful city, and lots of activities to do
