Ottawa - Southeastern Ontario

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Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica showing a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and religious elements
Major\'s Hill Park showing snow
St. Lawrence Islands National Park featuring a lake or waterhole
National Gallery of Canada featuring interior views and art
Rideau Canal showing a bridge, a river or creek and a city

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Where to stay in Ottawa - Southeastern Ontario

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
aerial view of Kanata Ontario, view along March road, Summer scene

Kanata

Suburb within Ottawa, Kanata boasts the Canadian Tire Centre, home to the Ottawa Senators, and the Kanata Research Park. Enjoy shopping at Kanata Centrum, Tanger Outlet Mall, and Hazeldean Mall, or catch a movie at Landmark Cinemas Kanata 24.

Kanata
BBT3FW Samuel de Champlain Statue, Nepean Point, Parliament Hill in distance, Ottawa, Ontario

Nepean

Explore the retail center on Merivale Road, featuring smaller shops and big box stores, or visit the Nepean Museum and Ben Franklin Place for a mix of culture and government services. Enjoy amenities like the Ottawa Public Library and Centrepointe Theatre.

Nepean
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
Canada Aviation and Space Museum featuring interior views and aircraft

Gloucester

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Rideau Canal are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Blair Station or Cyrville Station to see more of the city.

Gloucester
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
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St Ottawa ON
$154 nightly
The price is $185 total per night from Mar 27 to Mar 28
$185 total
Mar 27 - Mar 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,250 reviews)
Pool

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street Ottawa ON
$95 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
$114 total
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Total with 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (8,102 reviews)
Nice location with lots of restaurants and shops in the area. Staff was friendly and helpful. Gym was well equipped an tthe breakfast selection was the best I've seen for an Inn that includes breakfast in their price. Would definitely stay here again especially for longer stays.

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

The Business Inn
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St Ottawa ON
$133 nightly
The price is $160 total per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
$160 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,951 reviews)
Bed sheets are not soft very scratchy and itchy hotel is could hear kids in room above people in hallways loud paper thin walls

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Lord Elgin Hotel
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.
Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Cartier Place Suite Hotel

3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street Ottawa ON
Stay at this aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,187 reviews)
Staff was nice,room clean,nice motel,I would stay again.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St Ottawa ON
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,359 reviews)
Great place, walkable to all of downtown, good for families with kids.

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
SOHO Residences Lisgar

SOHO Residences Lisgar

4 out of 5
300 Lisgar Street Ottawa ON
Stay at this aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Byward Market Square and Rideau Canal are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (469 reviews)
All the comforts of home, great location with lots of restaurants nearby.

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

SOHO Residences Lisgar
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.

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