Ottawa Valley

Travel Guide

Parliament Hill showing an administrative building and heritage architecture
Parliament Hill featuring heritage architecture, an administrative building and a river or creek
Confederation Square showing a monument and a city
Parliament Hill showing château or palace and snow
Rideau Canal which includes a fountain, a garden and a city

Where to stay in Ottawa Valley

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

Downtown Ottawa

4/5(47 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Rideau Centre and Byward Market Square, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or uOttawa Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Ottawa
Default Image

Kanata

Kanata is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Canadian Tire Centre and Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre while you're in town.

Kanata
Default Image

Nepean

Nepean is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nepean Sportsplex and Bayshore Shopping Centre while in the area.

Nepean
Ottawa which includes snow

Centretown

4/5(15 area reviews)

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Centretown. Top attractions like Elgin Street and Canadian Museum of Nature are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon Station to see more of the city.

Centretown
Byward Market showing a city, markets and street scenes

ByWard Market

A noteworthy feature of ByWard Market is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Byward Market Square and Rideau Centre.

ByWard Market
Default Image

Orleans

Orleans is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Princess Louise Falls.

Orleans
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
The price is HK$1,164 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
HK$1,164
HK$1,381 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & 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! (2,603 reviews)
"The biggest issue I had was my shower not working but the staff at Fairmont were so accommodating and did their best to rectify the issue quickly. It was greatly appreciated."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
The price is HK$639 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
HK$639
HK$761 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & 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! (1,064 reviews)
"We so enjoyed our stay here! Great restaurants nearby, a convenient grocery store, and a quick walk and bike ride to downtown Ottawa and the pathway network"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is HK$746 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
HK$746
HK$886 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & 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! (7,643 reviews)
Expectations exceeded in every way!
"Fantastic place to stay. The location was within walking distance of so many landmarks, the hotel was clean, rooms were spacious, the breakfast was amazing (breakfast sandwiches, egg bites, sausage, bacon, hashbrowns, toast, cereal, waffles and more), and the little go-bags with water, cookies and ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

The Business Inn
See all 626 properties in Ottawa Valley
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

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,736 reviews)
"Great stay thankyou!"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Residence & Conference Centre - Ottawa West

Residence & Conference Centre - Ottawa West

2 out of 5
1385 Woodroffe Ave., Ottawa, ON
Stay at this aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (1,652 reviews)
"Friendly staff, always willing to help. Loved the safe garden area and cool plces to sit. Very good price for basic, clean room and amenities. Great to have bus service at the front door for those who do have a car. Shopping area and restaurant close by was very useful. Room decor could have been ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Residence & Conference Centre - Ottawa West
Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Cartier Place Suite Hotel

3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street, Ottawa, ON
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! (3,776 reviews)
"Just slightly off the beaten path, which makes it a quiet location while keeping the majority of downtown attractions within walking distance. Many dining and entertainment options within a few blocks. 😊😎"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Cartier Place Suite Hotel
See all properties in Ottawa Valley
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.

Popular places to visit

Parliament Hill which includes an administrative building and heritage architecture

Parliament Hill

4.5/5(36 reviews)

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

Parliament Hill
Byward Market showing a city, markets and street scenes

Byward Market Square

4.5/5(38 reviews)

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

Byward Market Square
Carleton University

Carleton University

4/5(3 reviews)

Explore the campus of Carleton University as part of your travels around Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Carleton University
Canadian Museum of History which includes modern architecture and skyline

Canadian Museum of History

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.

Canadian Museum of History
National Arts Centre

National Arts Centre

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

National Arts Centre
Canadian War Museum featuring a city and modern architecture

Canadian War Museum

5/5(12 reviews)

The country’s museum of military history features collections of weapons and vehicles that cover hundreds of years of conflict.

Canadian War Museum
Major\'s Hill Park featuring a church or cathedral and snow

Ottawa

Cornwall

Cornwall

Photo by Cobramonk

Chelsea

Montreal

Montreal