Lowertown
Ottawa
Popular places to visit
National Gallery of Canada
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at National Gallery of Canada during your trip to Ottawa. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Canadian Tire Centre
Catch an event at Canadian Tire Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your travels in Gatineau? Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.
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.
Rideau Canal
You can learn about the history of Rideau Township when you stop by Rideau Canal. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Lowertown Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Great room. Great location. Very close to all what I wanted to do.
Reviewed on 10 February 2026
Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa
The courteous staff
Reviewed on 28 January 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Everything was easy from checking in and checking out! Staff was the best!
Reviewed on 9 February 2026
The Business Inn
Great price for the location near the canal. Wish parking was included in the cost, but overall great stay
Reviewed on 9 February 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Great stay, as usual, at the Lord Elgin Hotel. Clean room, pleasant staff, and perfectly located near everything Winterlude.
Reviewed on 7 February 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Great service
Reviewed on 5 February 2026
Other neighborhoods around Lowertown
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.
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.
Sandy Hill
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Rideau Centre or Rideau Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.
Golden Triangle
Golden Triangle is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Elgin Street and Ottawa City Hall while you're in town.
Hull
As the central business district and oldest neighborhood in Gatineau, this area boasts a cultural hub with the Canadian Museum of History and Casino du Lac-Leamy. Enjoy the transformed downtown, featuring restaurants, cafés, and stores.
Downtown Gatineau
You'll enjoy the gardens and festivals in Downtown Gatineau. You might want to make time for a stop at Canadian Museum of History or Canadian Children's Museum.
