Golden Triangle

Ottawa

Photo by Linda Nisbett
Photo by Linda Nisbett
Photo by Carole Brown
Photo by Carole Brown
Photo by Carole Brown
Photo by Carole Brown

Popular places to visit

Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative buidling

Parliament Hill

Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.

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

Byward Market Square

Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.

Byward Market Square
The dance of the butterflies. Each year, this University has an exhibition in a small greenhouse of butterflies from all over the world.

Carleton University

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Carleton University during your stay in Ottawa. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Carleton University
Rideau Canal which includes boating, a castle and a river or creek

Rideau Canal

This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.

Rideau Canal
Canadian Museum of History which includes skyline and modern architecture

Canadian Museum of History

At this museum, one of the most visited in Canada, discover the events, experiences, people and objects that have shaped the nation’s history.

Canadian Museum of History
National Arts Centre which includes a garden

National Arts Centre

With a schedule full of dazzling theater and live music, along with workshops and talks, this venue delivers non-stop entertainment to Canada’s capital city.

National Arts Centre

Things to do

Ottawa: Sightseeing River Cruise

Ottawa: Sightseeing River Cruise

$39
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Sightseeing River Cruise
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

$41
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

$25
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

$20
per adult
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

$18
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Private Shopping Tour from Ottawa hotels to Tanger Outlets Ottawa

Private Shopping Tour from Ottawa hotels to Tanger Outlets Ottawa

$147
per adult
Private Shopping Tour from Ottawa hotels to Tanger Outlets Ottawa
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Golden Triangle Hotel Deals

The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
$96 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$114 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and 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! (7,676 reviews)
"Always enjoy my stay here. I got an upgrade this time! Great breakfast provided. I’ll be back"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

The Business Inn
Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Cartier Place Suite Hotel

3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street, Ottawa, ON
$139 nightly
The price is $165 total per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
$165 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Total includes taxes and fees
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! (3,779 reviews)
"Je suis vraiment contente de faire l'expérience avec vous toutes est magnifique et propre merci."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Cartier Place Suite Hotel
25 Cartier LP / Ottawa Embassy Hotel

25 Cartier LP / Ottawa Embassy Hotel

3.5 out of 5
25 Cartier St, Ottawa, ON
$123 nightly
The price is $147 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$147 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,069 reviews)
"I love it, was a good experience"

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

25 Cartier LP / Ottawa Embassy Hotel
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$147 nightly
The price is $174 total per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
$174 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Total includes taxes and 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! (2,629 reviews)
Ottawa hotel of choice
"The Château Laurier is a hotel. I choose to stay in almost every time I am in Ottawa. The location is perfect for business and pleasure. The hotel staff aim to please. This trip as we were travelling as a couple, we upgraded our suite to provide a little more room and a beautiful view of the parliament ..."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
$81 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$96 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and 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! (1,085 reviews)
"The main areas were more dated than the photos, but I was pleasantly surprised with the room. The room was amazing the only complaint I have is because the window had been broken and repaired there was a lot of moisture in the window which blocked the view"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
$151 nightly
The price is $179 total per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
$179 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total includes taxes and 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! (2,457 reviews)
"Old"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around Golden Triangle

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
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica showing a city, a church or cathedral and religious elements

Downtown Ottawa

4.5/5(617 area reviews)

Central to Ottawa's financial district and government buildings, this area boasts a vibrant restaurant district on Elgin Street and shopping on Bank Street. Explore heritage sites like Château Laurier and Sparks Street's pedestrian mall.

Downtown Ottawa
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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
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
Ottawa featuring a bridge, snow and a cascade

Glebe

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

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
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