Ottawa - Southeastern Ontario
Travel Guide
Visit Ottawa - Southeastern Ontario
Where to stay in Ottawa - Southeastern Ontario
Downtown Ottawa
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.
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.
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.
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.
Orleans
Situated 16 km from downtown Ottawa, Orléans boasts a significant francophone population and offers recreational activities at Bob MacQuarrie Recreation Complex and Petrie Island's natural beach. Explore nature trails like Bilberry Creek Trail and enjoy shopping and dining along Innes Road.
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.
Lord Elgin Hotel
Didn't have breakfast at hotel, but Bridgehead is a 10 minute walk away and they have great coffee, etc. Lovely hotel, very good location.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Bed was unconformable and noisy !!
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
The Business Inn
Accomodations were clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Super
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Everything we could think of that we needed was provided. Comfortable, clean beds, sports channels on the TV, plenty of space.
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Duvernay Studios and Suites
lovely
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
Popular places to visit
Sandbanks Provincial Park
Head to the northern shore of Lake Ontario for outdoor fun on and around the water in this large country park.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
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.
Boldt Castle
After visiting Boldt Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alexandria Bay. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Explore a world of travel with Expedia
- Hotels near Big Clear Lake Park
- Arden Hotels
- 3 Star Hotels in Arden
- Mountain Grove Hotels
- Central Frontenac Hotels
- RV Parks in North Frontenac
- Fishing Resorts & in North Frontenac
- Lodges in North Frontenac
- Cottages in North Frontenac
- North Frontenac Hotels
- Resorts in North Frontenac
- Hotels near Sand Lake
- Plevna Hotels
- Cottages in Plevna
- Hotels near Sharbot Lake Provincial Park
- Cloyne Hotels
- Cottages in Cloyne
- B&B in Cloyne
- Motels in Cloyne
- Pet-friendly Hotels in Cloyne
- RV Parks in Cloyne
- Cabin Rentals in Northbrook
- Cottages in Northbrook
- Cottages in Sharbot Lake
- Sharbot Lake Hotels
- Cabin Rentals in Sharbot Lake
- Gay friendly Hotels in Sharbot Lake
- Hotels near Mazinaw Lake Narrows
- Hotels near Bon Echo Provincial Park
- Parham Hotels
- Cabin Rentals in Parham
- Cottages in Parham
- 4 Star Hotels in Parham
- Beach Hotels in Parham
- Hotels & Resorts for Couples in Parham
- Kaladar Hotels
- Cottages in Kaladar
- Motels in Kaladar
- Cabin Rentals in Kaladar
- 4 Star Hotels in Kaladar
- Hotels near Puzzle Lake Provincial Park
- Addington Highlands Hotels
- Cabin Rentals in Maberly
- Maberly Hotels
- Hotels near Lennox and Addington Dark Sky Viewing Area
- Cabin Rentals in McDonald's Corners
- McDonald's Corners Hotels
- 5 Star Hotels in McDonald's Corners
- Cottages in McDonald's Corners
- Aparthotels in McDonald's Corners
- B&B in McDonald's Corners
- Visit Arden
- Big Clear Lake Park
- Kennebec Hall
- Arden Vacations
- Visit Mountain Grove
- Visit North Frontenac
- Sand Lake
- Visit Plevna
- Sharbot Lake Provincial Park
- Visit Cloyne
- Visit Northbrook
- Visit Clarendon Station
- Visit Sharbot Lake
- Mazinaw Lake Narrows
- Visit Parham
- Bon Echo Provincial Park
- Visit Kaladar
- Parham Vacations
- Puzzle Lake Provincial Park
- Visit Maberly
- Wheelers Maple Museum
- Robertson Lake
- Visit McDonald's Corners
- McDonald's Corners Vacations
- Canadian Tire Centre
- Sandbanks Provincial Park
- Casino du Lac Leamy
- Parliament Hill
- Rideau Canal
- University of Ottawa
- Queen's University
- Byward Market Square
- Carleton University
- Prince Edward County Lavender Farm
- Rogers Centre Ottawa
- Algonquin College
- Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus
- National Arts Centre
- Calypso Water Park
- Canadian Museum of History
- Fort Henry
- Rideau Centre
- Canadian War Museum
- Kingston Penitentiary
- Elgin Street
- TD Place Stadium
- Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre
- Lake on the Mountain Provincial Park
- Kōena Spa
- Bon Echo Provincial Park
- Nepean Sportsplex
- St. Lawrence Islands National Park
- Calabogie Peaks
- Thousand Islands Bridge
