Museum of Nature is a great place to start out your day in Centretown. This collection of natural objects is recommended by fellow travelers, but it's not the only spot to see here. Set aside time for other sights like Parliament Hill, National Gallery of Canada, and University of Ottawa to get a complete picture of what's on offer in the area.

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Arc The Hotel

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Boston (BOS) to Ottawa (YOW)

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Downtown and close to public transport.

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Lofts du Village

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Oct 2 - Oct 5

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Washington (WAS) to Ottawa (YOW)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (473 reviews)

Perfect stay after a full day at Nordik spa. Super close proximity to Nordik and restaurants and Gatineau Park. Rooms were clean, modern and spacious.

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Moulin Wakefield Mill Hotel & Spa

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Washington (WAS) to Ottawa (YOW)

9/10 Wonderful! (653 reviews)

Overall, a lovely spot and we will definitely come again. I didn’t understand the point of online check-in when I was asked to provide the same ID again when I went to pick up our key. Otherwise, staff is lovely, great food and nice spa.

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

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We visited it in December and kids loved to see the real butterflies Exhibition on the basement.

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