Lowertown Travel Guide
Ottawa
Visit Lowertown
Stay near popular Lowertown attractions
Things to do
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Full-Day Montreal City Tour from Ottawa and optional city cruise
Top hotels in Lowertown
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
"1- Le piscine n’est pas opérationnel lors de notre passage alors que os enfants voulaient en profiter. 2- L’air climatiseur est trop bruyant"
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
"The rooms were clean the staff were friendlly, within walking distance to to so many shops and restaurants."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
The Business Inn
"Great location, easy walking, lots of bars and restaurants in the area. Plus, a quick walk to Parliament Hill. The suite was spacious and well equipped. Even has a PC and printer! WIFI is mostly good. The complimentary breakfast is excellent. LOTS of choices and bonuses, like go-packs with water ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
"Wonderful hotel in a great location. Lots of charm, very comfortable rooms, and the staff was incredibly helpful & friendly. Will definitely come back!"
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
"Donna and I stayed at the hotel and, overall, our stay was fine. However, our checkout experience left us with a very poor impression. We were checking out one day early, and when I arrived at the front entrance around 8:30–9:00 a.m., the door was locked. I could see two staff members at the front ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Lowertown
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 Bayshore Shopping Centre while in the area.
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.
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.
