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Where to stay in Ottawa
Downtown Ottawa
4/5(47 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(15 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
The price is S$235 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
S$235
7 Aug - 8 Aug
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! (2,529 reviews)
A little help goes a long way!
"Everything was great, location stay, experience… the only issue.. the person checking us in may have been new, we had duplicate charges posted to our account. The front desk was wonderful in figuring things out he next day, would go back again!!!"
Reviewed on 8 Jul, 2025
The Business Inn
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is S$145 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
S$145
13 Jul - 14 Jul
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! (7,585 reviews)
"Highly recommend staying at this hotel. Although the building may be a bit dated, the rooms, however, are spacious and clean. It also appears that this hotel has thought of everything in order to meet the needs of their clients. The variety that they offer for breakfast is also amazing and well thought ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jul, 2025
Lord Elgin Hotel
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is S$199 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
S$199
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,430 reviews)
"Very charming Staff were excellent Facilities werein good order Room was spacious and comfortable"
Reviewed on 8 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! (4,658 reviews)
"Excellent for a family of four. Close to everything and very clean. A bit noisy though! Lots of street sounds even on the 11th floor."
Reviewed on 5 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! (1,632 reviews)
"Excellent customer service"
Reviewed on 4 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! (3,744 reviews)
"Great location. Close to restaurants and shopping. Some of the front desk staff didn't give all the relevant information like wifi password during check in"
Reviewed on 5 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(36 reviews)
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Byward Market Square
4.5/5(38 reviews)
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Carleton University
4/5(3 reviews)
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
4.5/5(31 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 War Museum
5/5(12 reviews)
The country’s museum of military history features collections of weapons and vehicles that cover hundreds of years of conflict.
Canadian Museum of History
4.5/5(17 reviews)
Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.
Things to do
Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
S$10
per adult
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
S$32
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
S$205
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Ottawa
4.5
Top destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
A fantastically serene city. As a Scot, reminds me very much of Central Edinburgh, with its architecture and natural beauty. Well worth a visit.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
A great city especially to cycle and walk around
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Ottawa very picturesque city and very walkable. Rideau canal is a must. Canadian war museum also excellent- parking on site- underground- but quite difficult to find car park- esp at present as roadworks on street.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
The Ridout area is excellent Centre Ville is soulless Ridout canal and locks were the high spot
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
canal cruise worth a trip
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
One of the best cities to walk around, the local transport is very good
