Title: Visit Ottawa Valley: Best of Ottawa Valley Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Ottawa Valley](https://expedia.com/Ottawa-Valley-Hotels.d6234134.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Ottawa Valley](https://expedia.com/Ottawa-Valley-Vacation-Rentals.d6234134.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Ottawa Valley](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Ottawa-Valley.d6234134.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Ottawa Valley](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Ottawa-Valley.d6234134.Car-Rental-Guide)[Ottawa Valley Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Ottawa-Valley.d6234134.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Ottawa Valley ## Travel Guide ![Parliament Hill which includes an administrative buidling and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502188/a94be612-d335-4e99-ae89-36b179aeb4e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Parliament Hill which includes an administrative buidling and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502188/a94be612-d335-4e99-ae89-36b179aeb4e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Parliament Hill showing a ferry, chateau or palace and an administrative buidling](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502188/17dea18a-9a21-443c-9ca4-ed46b6830bc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Confederation Square showing a monument and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508552/45770a0e-5b27-4350-a4c8-c469c9f8e4ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Parliament Hill showing snow and chateau or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502188/ccde07b4-868e-4567-9531-872754ad1dab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ottawa Valley Where to stay Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6234134) ### Where to stay in Ottawa Valley ![Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica showing a city, a church or cathedral and religious elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229019/f3dc1879-0491-4f64-87e4-255a3e47f589.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Ottawa-Downtown-Ottawa.dx6057857) ![aerial view of Kanata Ontario, view along March road, Summer scene](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6057858/b9e912e7-6b84-4eeb-8844-6cf08b628a19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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\. [](https://expedia.com/Ottawa-Kanata.dx6057858) ![BBT3FW Samuel de Champlain Statue, Nepean Point, Parliament Hill in distance, Ottawa, Ontario](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8987/f0c750d3-0e7d-40c3-a67e-6f15de58eb37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Ottawa-Nepean.dx8987) ![Byward Market featuring markets, outdoor eating and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502203/73625982-102b-4568-8199-09e8ea4128a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Ottawa-ByWard-Market.dx553248633981688734) ![Canada Aviation and Space Museum featuring interior views and aircraft](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502197/bc18d72a-73ca-4166-898b-162db79791e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Ottawa-Gloucester.dx10574) ![Prince of Wales Falls](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4025/a90b9f0e-fbc7-4dea-a95d-6f20996f84b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South End Travelers choose South End for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Greenboro Station or Confederation Station and check out top sights like South Keys Shopping Centre. [](https://expedia.com/Ottawa-South-End.dx6285000) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Ottawa-Valley.dx6234134.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - Ottawa Valley Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Ottawa Valley ![Fairmont Chateau Laurier](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3300/3283/25398c6b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fairmont Chateau Laurier 1 Rideau St Ottawa ON $150 nightly $179 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 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 ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (3,181 reviews) Everything was easy from checking in and checking out! Staff was the best! Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F15%2F2026&endDate=3%2F16%2F2026&selected=3283&PinnedHotelID=3283&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6234134) ![The Business Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/896800/896730/c3a9cf93_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Business Inn 180 MacLaren Street Ottawa ON Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $101 nightly $122 total Feb 25 - Feb 26 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 ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (8,159 reviews) Great price for the location near the canal. Wish parking was included in the cost, but overall great stay Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F25%2F2026&endDate=2%2F26%2F2026&selected=896730&PinnedHotelID=896730&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6234134) ![Lord Elgin Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/528300/528265/f7a6531d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lord Elgin Hotel 100 Elgin St Ottawa ON $141 nightly $169 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! (2,869 reviews) Great stay, as usual, at the Lord Elgin Hotel. Clean room, pleasant staff, and perfectly located near everything Winterlude. Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F15%2F2026&endDate=3%2F16%2F2026&selected=528265&PinnedHotelID=528265&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6234134) [See all 790 properties in Ottawa Valley](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F14%2F2026®ionId=6234134) 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](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16000/16000/6f352d92_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Les Suites Hotel Ottawa 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 ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (5,308 reviews) This hotel was perfect for what I need Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Ottawa-Hotels-Les-Suites-Hotel-Ottawa.h16000.Hotel-Information) ![Cartier Place Suite Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/53000/52951/b19d1ea9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cartier Place Suite Hotel 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! (4,135 reviews) Todo bien Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Ottawa-Hotels-Cartier-Place-Suite-Hotel.h52951.Hotel-Information) ![Parc Omega](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48750000/48746400/48746303/423b2cc2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Parc Omega 399 QC-323 Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours QC Stay at this cabin in Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Omega Park and Camp ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (207 reviews) This was an amazing experience with the kids, sleeping the a teepee and being woken up by the wolves' howling, not to mention a couple of raccoons trying to get to food in the special containers they provided outside our tent door. We also had a bonfire that kept us toasty in the chilly morning. ... Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Notre-Dame-De-Bonsecours-Hotels-Parc-Omega.h48746303.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Ottawa Valley](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6234134&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.com/Parliament-Hill-Downtown-Ottawa.d502188.Vacation-Attraction) ![Byward Market featuring markets, outdoor eating and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502203/73625982-102b-4568-8199-09e8ea4128a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Byward Market Square 4.5/5(331 reviews) Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market. [](https://expedia.com/Byward-Market-Square-Downtown-Ottawa.d502203.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ottawa_UniversityofOttawa_502206-12](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502206/0eb53151-73fd-43b2-9a7c-55d6e5f256d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Ottawa 4.5/5(109 reviews) Explore the campus of University of Ottawa as part of your travels around Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Ottawa-Sandy-Hill.d502206.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ottawa_CarletonUniversity_502205-8](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502205/a16c0fcb-71a1-4885-880c-245bd52cb638.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carleton University 4.5/5(47 reviews) Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Carleton University during your stay in Ottawa. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Carleton-University-Ottawa.d502205.Vacation-Attraction) ## Cities near Ottawa Valley ![Major\'s Hill Park which includes snow and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507221/53ae7336-31b9-4831-b99a-387a65ea548c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ottawa ![l'église d'Hawkesbury en Ontario](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8309/48010d2c-aa5f-430e-9915-ce7b99e6350e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hawkesbury ![Aerial photo of Long Sault Parkway scenic route crossing Thousand Islands archipelago in the Saint Lawrence River near Cornwall, South Stormont, Ontario, Canada. 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