Downtown Ottawa

Ottawa

Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica showing a city, a church or cathedral and religious elements
Confederation Square which includes a city and heritage architecture
National Arts Centre which includes a garden
Bytown Museum showing a river or creek
Confederation Square which includes heritage architecture and a city

Popular places to visit

Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative buidling

Parliament Hill

4.5/5(439 reviews)

Parliament Hill is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this walkable area.

Parliament Hill
Byward Market featuring markets, outdoor eating and street scenes

Byward Market Square

4.5/5(331 reviews)

During your trip to Ottawa, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Byward Market Square. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

Byward Market Square
National Arts Centre which includes a garden

National Arts Centre

4.5/5(41 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre on your trip to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

National Arts Centre
National Gallery of Canada featuring interior views as well as a large group of people

National Gallery of Canada

4.5/5(152 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at National Gallery of Canada during your trip to Ottawa. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

National Gallery of Canada
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica showing a city, a church or cathedral and religious elements

Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica

4/5(2 reviews)

Find out about the history of Ottawa with a stop at Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this walkable area.

Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica
Rideau Mall

Rideau Mall

During your visit to Ottawa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Rideau Mall. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.

Rideau Mall

Downtown Ottawa Hotel Deals

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
The price is SAR 689 per night from May 18 to May 19
SAR 689
SAR 817 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
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! (2,372 reviews)
"Legendary hotel in the heart of Ottawa....beautiful and historical"

Reviewed on 20 April 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Lord Elgin Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel
4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is SAR 629 per night from May 18 to May 19
SAR 629
SAR 747 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,380 reviews)
"Honestly the best! I checked out of the dark and dated and very overpriced Fairmont Chateau Laurier and checked in the the Lird Elgin. I cannot recommend highly enough. This hotel has it all! Friendly and such helpful staff, clean, quiet modern rooms. Great walkable location. 5⭐️s!!! If you are visiting ..."

Reviewed on 18 April 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
4 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
The price is SAR 474 per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
SAR 474
SAR 563 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
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! (4,513 reviews)
Very pleasant
"Pretty good condition. Windows and window sills/doors needed some attention. Stayed in 2 bdrm new family suite which was extremely spacious. Busy week at the hotel, so elevators slow (no staff elevators) and a lot of waiting. Staff were great. Bring coffee- their mini drip coffee was terrible. Coffee ..."

Reviewed on 20 April 2025

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Sonder Arlo
Sonder Arlo
3.5 out of 5
88 Albert Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is SAR 384 per night from May 20 to May 21
SAR 384
SAR 456 total
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy a fitness center, laundry facilities, and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (683 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on 19 April 2025

Sonder Arlo
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
2.5 out of 5
235 KING EDWARD AVENUE, Ottawa, ON
The price is SAR 412 per night from May 4 to May 5
SAR 412
SAR 489 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,171 reviews)
"There doesn’t seem to be any default parking available, so I parked after two traffic lights and paid $10 for 12 hours. The location is good, but there are quite a few homeless people near the traffic signals, and some appear to be under the influence."

Reviewed on 21 April 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
4 out of 5
325 Dalhousie Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is SAR 574 per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
SAR 574
SAR 680 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,659 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on 19 April 2025

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Ottawa

Byward Market featuring markets, outdoor eating and street scenes

ByWard Market

This downtown Ottawa's lively retail and entertainment district boasts a dense concentration of eateries, bars, and nightclubs, as well as an open-air market for fresh produce and flowers during warmer months. Cobblestone courtyards, historic buildings, and street entertainment add to the charm.

ByWard Market
Parliament Hill showing night scenes, nightlife and performance art

Byward Market - Parliament Hill

If you're spending time in Byward Market - Parliament Hill, check out sights like Parliament Building or Parliament Hill and hop on the metro to see more the city at Rideau Station or Parliament Station.

Byward Market - Parliament Hill
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Sandy Hill

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

Sandy Hill
Ottawa featuring snow

Centretown

4.5/5(135 area reviews)

Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Centretown. You can visit top attractions like Elgin Street and Canadian Museum of Nature, and jump on the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon Station to see more of the city.

Centretown
Canadian Museum of History which includes skyline and modern architecture

Hull

4/5(46 area reviews)

As the central business district and oldest neighborhood in Gatineau, this area boasts a cultural hub with the Canadian Museum of History and Casino du Lac-Leamy. Enjoy the transformed downtown, featuring restaurants, cafés, and stores.

Hull
The locks beside the Chateau Laurier

Old Ottawa East

3.5/5(8 area reviews)

While in Old Ottawa East, you'll enjoy the sporting events. Catch the metro at Lees Station to see top sights like Rideau Canal while you're in the area.

Old Ottawa East

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