Places to stay in Ottawa, Ontario
Ottawa enjoys the attributes of a major centre for the visual and performing arts and has been described as one of the most beautiful capitals in the world. Less than an hour's drive from the American border it has a number of big city attractions. Despite it's size, it still maintains the accessibility, atmosphere and charm of a smaller city, in addition to access to spectacular park and wilderness areas located within and around the city. Local dining options include Bap By Raon Kitchen, Kebob Kebob Restaurant, Mad Radish, and Le Moulin De Provence K.d.
We currently have 123 accommodations in and around Ottawa with other regional listings available for Hotels, Motor Inns, RV parks, Bed & Breakfasts and other properties. You can filter listings by the available types:
Wondering where to stay? Visitors have access to a large number of hotels in the city, though there are a large number of nearby Bed and Breakfasts. If you are travelling in the area, Ottawa is located close to Lac de la Grande Prairie, Lac Webb, Munroes Rapids, Ruisseau Riley and Plage-François-Tremblay.
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More about the areas accommodations and tourism
Canada's capital city is notable both for its concentration of cultural institutions, some 29 museums in all, and for its spectacular access to parks and wilderness just minutes from the downtown city center. Straddling two provinces, Ontario and Quebec, the city is a blend of English and French cultures, with almost half of its residents being bilingual. Added to this mix is a growing ethnic diversity inspired by the city's German, Lebanese, Italian, Polish, Dutch, Portuguese and Asian populations.
Other local Ottawa information and places to visit.
Ottawa is 9 km away from Gloucester, 17 km away from Orleans, 21 km away from Greely and 22 km away from Kanata.
Ottawa is located at longitude -75°41'49.895 and latitude 45°25'17.506.
Other useful links:
- Accommodation listings for Ottawa
- The official Ottawa travel guide.
- Canada's Capital web site.
- Official Ottawa tourism guide.
- Ottawa, Ontario on Wikipedia
Things to see and do, places to eat in Ottawa
Kiko Sushi Bar ( Dining / Sushi ). Located at 349B Preston Street, Ottawa. Located in Little Italy in the downtown section, Kiko Sushi Bar is one of Ottawa's finest Japanese restaurants. They offer a wide range of culinary delights including appetizers, sushi, sashimi, freestyle rolls, teriyaki, noodles, donburi and desserts. With over 150 different items you are sure to find many satisfying choices of your favourite food - be it seafood, beef, poultry or vegetarian.
www.kikosushibar.com 
Vittoria Trattoria ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 35 William Street, Ottawa. Combining authentic Italian cuisine with fine wine and stellar service, Vittoria Trattoria has been satisfying the appetites of diners in the Ottawa area for almost two decades. Vittoria Trattoria has since gained a leading reputation as one of Ottawa’s premiere dining spots, winning numerous awards including the prestigious Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, Ottawa City Magazine Best Italian Restaurant and Epicurean Best Wine Restaurant Award.
Whether you are a casual diner or seasoned wine enthusiast, its extensive wine list of over 800 labels is sure to please all palates. Be it an intimate dinner for two or large corporate function, the team at Vittoria Trattoria goes above and beyond to create a personal and truly unique dining experience.
www.vittoriatrattoria.com
Empire Rideau Centre Cinemas ( Theatre / Other ). Located at 50 Rideau Street, Ottawa. Empire Theatres owns and operates 50 theatres across Canada, in 8 of 10
provinces, from Newfoundland to British Columbia. Empire Theatres is
Canada's second largest and fastest growing film exhibition company
providing an exciting out-of-home entertainment experience including
traditional film exhibition as well as other content using digital and
satellite capabilities. 2008 marked Empire Theatres' 30th year in the motion picture exhibition business.
www.empiretheatres.com
Aboriginal Experiences ( Family Activities / Other Attractions ). We invite you to share a journey through time and discover the rich culture and traditions of the First People.
Our new native village is located in the very heart of Ottawa - on a sacred island just behind Parliament Hill.
Enjoy programs including guided tours through the native village, traditional native foods and interactive, vibrant dance demonstrations. All of our programs offer authentic "hands-on" experiences where you can create your own dreamcatcher, help make a basket or cook your own bannock bread over the fire. Truly a unique and authentic experience for all ages.
www.aboriginalexperiences.com
Currency Museum of the Bank of Canada ( Art & Culture / Museums ). Located at 245 Sparks Street, Ottawa. Step back in time and explore the evolution of money around the world and through the ages at the Currency Museum. Experience the most comprehensive collection of Canadian notes, coins, and tokens in the world as well as currency from other countries. Fascinating displays of mediums of exchange including shells, glass beads, teeth, cacao beans, paper, and metal await you. FREE ADMISSION
Carmello's Italian Restaurant ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 300 Sparks Street, Ottawa. Fresh pasta's, thin crust pizza, grilled vegetables, and grilled fish and meats abound on the stylish menu. A selection of ten micro-brewed draft beers are featured along with a fabulous Italian wine list from their special wine cellar. The tiramisu is to die for. Carmello's was chosen as the Best Italian Restaurant in 1998 by readers of the Ottawa Express.
Open for lunch and dinner Monday to Saturday and Sunday evening. Carmello's is a five minute walk from Parliament Hill and most major hotels. We also have a lovely summer patio, free parking, reservations and friendly service. Visit our web site for more information. While in Ottawa you don't want to miss eating at Carmello's.
www.carmellos.ca
Closed or unlisted properties
- Allure Bed and Breakfast closed or delisted.
- A Wild Daisy Bed and Breakfast closed or delisted.
- Quality Hotel ( Downtown ) closed or delisted.
- A Rose on Colonel By B&B closed or delisted.
- Inn on Somerset closed or delisted.
- Echo Bank Heritage House on the Canal closed or delisted.
- Albert House Inn closed or delisted.
- 931 B&B closed or delisted.
- Al Leclerc's Residence closed or delisted.
- Embassy West Hotel closed or delisted.
- Arosa Suites Hotel closed or delisted.
- The Carmichael Inn & Spa closed or delisted.
- Haydon House closed or delisted.
- Prince of Wales Bed and Breakfast closed or delisted.
- The Black Lab Inn closed or delisted.
Renamed properties
- Holiday Inn at 402 Queen Street may have been previously known as Radisson Hotel
- The Metcalfe Hotel at 123 Metcalfe Street may have been previously known as Hotel Indigo
- Swiss Hotel at 89 Daly Avenue may have been previously known as Gasthaus Switzerland Inn
- Homewood Suites at 361 Queen Street may have been previously known as National Hotel and Suites or Delta Hotel & Suites
- Econo Lodge at 112 Montreal Road may have been previously known as Comfort Inn
- Delta Hotels at 101 Lyon Street North may have been previously known as Crowne Plaza
- DoubleTree by Hilton at 33 Nicholas Street may have been previously known as Novotel Ottawa
- Ramada at 2259 Prince of Wales Drive may have been previously known as Monterey Inn Resort and Conference Center
- Holiday Inn Ottawa East at 1199 Joseph Cyr Street may have been previously known as Chimo Hotel
- Travelodge at 486 Albert Street may have been previously known as Doral Inn Hotel - Ottawa Travelodge