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Where to stay in Ottawa

Find the best Ottawa areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Ottawa
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica showing a city, a church or cathedral and religious elements

Downtown Ottawa

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
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.

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Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St Ottawa ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 534 per night from Jan 1 to Jan 2
AED 534
AED 640 total
1 Jan - 2 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (2,687 reviews)
We had supper at the restaurant in the hotel and it was fabulous. Service was wonderful and we were offered fresh milk for coffee or tea in the room. The room was clean and welcoming when we arrived.

Reviewed on 22 December 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St Ottawa ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 546 per night from Jan 5 to Jan 6
AED 546
AED 654 total
5 Jan - 6 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,018 reviews)
Unreal place to stay!

Reviewed on 23 December 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street Gatineau QC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 317 per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
AED 317
AED 378 total
11 Jan - 12 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (1,049 reviews)
Room was clean and spacious, staff was very helpful.

Reviewed on 18 December 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Ottawa

Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative buidling

Parliament Hill

Parliament Hill is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this walkable area.

Parliament Hill
Byward Market featuring markets, outdoor eating and street scenes

Byward Market Square

During your trip to Ottawa, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Byward Market Square. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

Byward Market Square
Rideau Canal which includes boating, a castle and a river or creek

Rideau Canal

You can learn about the history of Rideau Township when you stop by Rideau Canal. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

Rideau Canal

Frequently asked questions

How do I find cheap flights to Ottawa that have flexible change policies?
We know that travel schedules can change very quickly, so choosing a flexible ticket with Expedia is a wise idea. Simply mark the "No change fee" box below the "Flexible change policies" filter. Your low-priced, flexible flight to Ottawa is only a few clicks away.
Which airlines fly to Ottawa?
Dig out your passport, pack your bags and take your pick of these quality airlines that fly into or near Ottawa:

  • United Airlines - 238 flights to or near Ottawa each month, including 238 flights to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) per month.
  • Porter Airlines - 169 flights to or near Ottawa each month, including 169 flights to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) per month.
  • Air Canada - 30 flights to or near Ottawa each month, including 30 flights to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) per month.

How can I find cheap tickets to Ottawa?
To pick up an awesome deal to Ottawa, book well in advance. Also consider using Expedia's "flexible dates" feature at the top of your search results. This will display the cheapest prices for nearby days. In the last seven days, was the lowest price for a flight to Ottawa.
How much is a flight to Ottawa?
If you were journeying one way from (), you could've nabbed a cheap fare for just in the last seven days. Round-trip journeys to Ottawa ranged from only to over the same period.
What are the most popular airports to fly into in Ottawa?
Start arranging your Ottawa journey by securing one of the 451 flights every month to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW). This is the region's main point of entry.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Ottawa?
Try to jet off early on in the week to get a bargain airfare to Ottawa. Tuesday is routinely the most cost-effective day to fly, followed by Monday. Saturday typically has the costliest prices. This is because a lot of travelers choose to kick off their break on a weekend.
How much is a plane ticket to Ottawa?
Plane fares ranged from to in the last seven days. When you're ready to book, we're ready to help you find a fabulous deal to Ottawa.
What months are the cheapest to book a flight to Ottawa?
Book your ticket in February for the cheapest flights to Ottawa. The month of December is known to be the most expensive time to purchase a seat.
How long is a flight to Ottawa?
The flight time will all depend on where you're taking off from. This list of the most popular routes to Ottawa will give you some idea of what to expect:

  • Newark, NJ (EWR-Liberty Intl.) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) - 1 hour and 42 minutes
  • Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) - 1 hour and 43 minutes
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) - 2 hours and 8 minutes

What are the best things to do in Ottawa?

  • Crammed with character and cultural allure, Gatineau is an excellent place to kick off your Ottawa experience. Visit prominent attractions like Canadian Museum of History, hit the stores or eat and drink your way around some of this city's wonderful bars and restaurants. What you decide to do is up to you!
  • When deciding what type of clothes to bring on your vacation, bear in mind that Gatineau has a humid continental climate. To give you a clearer picture of what to expect, have a look at the weather before you depart.
  • Approximately 16 kilometers to the south of Gatineau, Nepean also deserves to be high on your itinerary. Popular sights at this destination include Bayshore Shopping Centre — be sure to put it on your sightseeing list.