Ottawa - Southeastern Ontario Travel Guide
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Visit Ottawa - Southeastern Ontario
Where to stay in Ottawa - Southeastern Ontario
Downtown Ottawa
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Byward Market Square and Parliament Hill, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.
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.
Nepean
Nepean is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nepean Sportsplex and Centrepointe Theatre while in the area.
Gloucester
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Ernst & Young Centre are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Blair Station or Cyrville Station to see more of the city.
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.
South End
Consider a visit to South Keys Shopping Centre and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in South End. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Greenboro Station or Confederation Station.
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
"All great! Loved our stay"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
"Déjeuner excellent"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The Business Inn
"The staff was friendly the room was big"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
"Soap dispensers in shower were difficult to push out soap , shampoo, etc. Handle to turn on shower was very hard to turn. Some extraneous hair in shower stall and bathroom floor."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
"Extremely welcoming staff and a real old-school hotel vibe. Room decor is dated in a mostly nostalgic way, but spacious and clean in a great location. Selfishly, would have a been great if pool opened before 8am."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Duvernay Studios and Suites
"Very clean but the keys to get into the hotel and the key to get into our unit were both not cut very well. We were not the only ones having problems with our keys. Because the host is at another location, it is difficult for them to help in these kind of situations. I did get a cleaning lady to ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Popular places to visit
Sandbanks Provincial Park
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Sandbanks Provincial Park, a popular beach in Prince Edward. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Queen's University
Explore the campus of Queen's University, a top university in Kingston. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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
Explore the campus of Carleton University as part of your travels around Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
