Those looking for a hotel near Downtown Ottawa should expect to pay C$ 180/night for area hotels. Below are the 11 best hotel options in the area. Hotels near Downtown Ottawa are typically 24% more expensive than the average hotel in Ottawa, which is C$ 136.
Low season | March | cheapest month to stay |
High season | September | most expensive time to stay |
15% | expected price decrease | |
18% | expected price increase |
Price | C$ 184 - C$ 266 |
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Cheapest day of week | Sunday | is the cheapest day of the week to book |
Highest day of week | Wednesday | is the most expensive day of the week to book |
C$ 189 | is the average per night cost for a hotel on this day | |
C$ 226 | is the average per night cost for a hotel on this day |
Cheapest time to book | The cheapest time to book hotels in Ottawa is: 1-2 star, 45 days before. 3 star, 59 days before. |
1-2 star | C$ 51 - C$ 157 | |
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3 star | C$ 62 - C$ 213 |
Lowest Hotel Price | C$ 34 |
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Most Popular Hotel (5-star) | Fairmont Chateau Laurier Gold Experience |
Hotels Near Airport | 3051 |
Average Length of Stay | 4 days |
Ottawa makes travel easy, especially with the abundant public transportation options and walking paths. Ottawa has two city bus systems. The first is the OC Transpo, which operates on the Ontario side of the Ottawa River. The second is the Société de Transport de l’Outaouais, which operates on the Quebec side. A day pass with OC Transpo is $10.25 CAD per rider and gives you unlimited trips. That same day pass is also valid as a Family DayPass on the weekends.
Typical of Canada, Ottawa has changing seasons, and if you want to see the city in full bloom, March – May is the ideal time to book your hotel and flight. Some of the most beloved events kick off at this time too, including the Canadian Tulip Festival. If bargains are what determine your travel, go in the winter, but just bring along some heavy winter gear and get ready to go for a skate on the Rideau Canal.
Ottawa has enough free attractions to keep you busy for the entire trip, or you can purchase a package from Ottawa Tourism for discounts on popular attractions. Each season brings out free activities. In the summer, explore the city and hills by bike. Enjoy the views and the sound and light show on Parliament Hill, or catch live entertainment along Sparks Street. The City of Ottawa beaches are free and open from mid-June – August. Admission to the National Gallery of Canada is free, and the newly renovated Canadian Museum of Nature has free admission on Thursday nights from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm.
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Ottawa is an extensive historical centre on its own, and the capital of Canada. It is home to a large number of immigrants, which helps feed the diversity and culture of the area. The metropolitan area of Ottawa has a population of just over 1 million and is the fourth largest metropolis in Canada. It is easiest to navigate your way through the city by having a good understanding of the different neighbourhoods.
ByWard Market
ByWard Market is the historical, unique neighbourhood where you find eclectic shops, boutiques, and gourmet restaurants sitting along historic sites. Stay at the Andaz Ottawa Byward Market, which has elegant styling, decorative architecture, and puts you in between Dalhousie Street and York Street.
Chinatown
What would a metropolitan city be without a Chinatown in the middle of it? Ottawa’s Chinatown is vibrant and a rich combination of residential and commercial. The quaint rows of shops and eateries are nestled together neatly, making exploration easy. Chinatown does not have many hotels, but on the outskirts, you have McKellar Park Suites, which offers furnished apartments.
Downtown Rideau
One block from Parliament Hill, you stroll into the arts, fashion, and theatre district. The cultural activity combined with easy access to the National Arts Centre and the Ottawa Little Theatre make the area a place where you could spend an entire weekend. In the downtown area, stay at the Novotel Ottawa Hotel or the Lord Elgin Hotel – Ottawa.
Glebe
Glebe is a relaxed, historic neighbourhood with shops, restaurants, and pubs running along Bank Street. To keep with the theme of historical sites, stay at Rideau Inn, an Edwardian home situated in the quaint Golden Triangle area.
Little Italy
On Preston Street, you find Little Italy. The neighbourhood has tree-lined streets, al fresco dining, and award-winning Italian cuisine. Most of Little Italy you can explore on foot, and if you need public transportation, you have buses running through the neighbourhood and into the other areas of Ottawa. In Little Italy, stay at a modern hotel with an indoor pool at the Courtyard by Marriott Ottawa East.
Ottawa is a popular tourist spot, but that does not mean it cannot cater to the budget-conscious traveler. Here you have cheaper hotel options mixed in between the luxurious 5-star accommodations. While they are budget-friendly, these hotels are also safe, clean, and offer easy access to local attractions. Affordable options include the Holiday Inn Ottawa East on Joseph Cyr Street and the ByWard Blue Inn on Clarence Street.
No matter the season, Ottawa offers attractions and events throughout the year. Even though most festivals are in the spring and summer months, you will still find plenty to see and enjoy in winter. If you are short on time, put these items on your must-see list:
On average, people stay in Ottawa for a total of 4 nights.
A hotel room in Ottawa will generally set you back around C$ 219 per night. This figure is an average and prices will vary according to the facilities, location and room availability at your desired hotel.
The cheapest month to book a hotel in Ottawa is March. The cost of your room could be as much as 15% cheaper than in peak months.
Room prices for hotels in Ottawa will be at their lowest on Saturday and peak on Tuesday.
On average, a luxury Ottawa hotel costs C$ 257 per person, per night. This is a 16%% premium when compared to the average cost of a hotel in Ottawa (C$ 219 per person, per night).
On average, a hostel in Ottawa will be priced around C$ 72. This price will be per person, per night and was obtained using hostel and 2-star or below hotels. In comparison, this will be C$ 145 lower than your typical Ottawa hotel.
Booking hotels in The Glebe, Old Ottawa South, Byward Market and Centretown is common when visiting Ottawa.
If you’re looking to stay at a hotel in Ottawa during March, it is important to know that the average temperature is -2 °C and there is a low chance of snow with just 58 mm of precipitation expected. Great places to visit near Ottawa in March are Blue Mountain, Blue Mountain Ski Resort, and Boler Mountain Ski Resort.
There are currently 737 vacation rentals available in Ottawa. Most of our users opt to stay at Newly Renovated - Modern Studio With King Bed - Central Ottawa, which is the most popular vacation rental in Ottawa. Compare vacation rentals in Ottawa.
Ottawa has 7 hostels if you aren’t interested in staying at a hotel. Carleton University Accommodations is the most popular based on our user data. Compare hostels in Ottawa.
The number of operators available for hotels in Ottawa is 566 as of March 2024.
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