What's it like in Lowertown?

Lowertown is a welcoming neighborhood that travelers like for its restaurants and shopping. Be sure to check out National Gallery of Canada and Royal Canadian Mint as part of your Lowertown travel plans.

What's a favorite place to stay in Lowertown?

Based on our traveler data, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay in Lowertown. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Byward Market Square, and it offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Another good option for your stay in the neighborhood is Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa .

How many hotels are there in Lowertown?

When you want to kick up your feet after a day of exploring the sights in Ottawa, you can choose from 10 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Lowertown.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lowertown, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Lowertown.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Lowertown?

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Lowertown, click here .

What is there to do around this Ottawa neighborhood?

National Gallery of Canada, Royal Canadian Mint, and ByTowne Cinema are just a few attractions to check out in Lowertown. Peacekeeping Monument and Kìwekì Point are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Lowertown include Parliament Hill, Saint Brigid's Centre for the Arts, and Embassy of South Korea. When you're sightseeing in Ottawa, Embassy of the People's Republic of China and Embassy of the United Arab Emirates are also worth a stop.

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Our top choices for Lowertown hotels

Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG

Lowertown

Majid

NT$5,021 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

2. Days Inn by Wyndham Ottawa

Lowertown

Edgar

NT$4,381 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free), bed sheets

3. Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa

Lowertown

Janet

NT$3,239 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

4. Byward Blue Inn

ByWard Market, 0.4 km from Lowertown

Eliza

NT$5,066 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

5. Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Ottawa

ByWard Market, 0.7 km from Lowertown

Colin

NT$5,703 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

6. The Business Inn

Golden Triangle, 1.9 km from Lowertown

TEMIDAYO

NT$3,213 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

7. The Westin Ottawa

1.1 km from Lowertown

Ken

NT$6,085 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

8. ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

ByWard Market, 0.6 km from Lowertown

Patricia

NT$7,340 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

9. Fairmont Chateau Laurier

1 km from Lowertown

Jennifer

NT$7,640 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers

10. Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa

Overbrook, 2.9 km from Lowertown

Linda

NT$3,660 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

11. AC Hotel BY Marriott Ottawa Dwtn

ByWard Market, 0.7 km from Lowertown

Yogendhar

NT$5,378 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Ottawa Downtown

0.9 km from Lowertown

Jessica

NT$5,079 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

13. Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

0.9 km from Lowertown

Huiwen

NT$4,539 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

14. Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Downtown

2.1 km from Lowertown

Julia

NT$5,089 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

15. reStays Ottawa

1.5 km from Lowertown

Melissa

NT$6,007 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

16. Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection

1.6 km from Lowertown

Arabella

NT$7,021 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

17. Delta Hotels by Marriott Ottawa City Centre

2.1 km from Lowertown

Michael

NT$5,976 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

18. Lord Elgin Hotel

1.4 km from Lowertown

Gerard

NT$5,821 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

19. Fairmont Chateau Laurier Gold Experience

1 km from Lowertown

Madalina

NT$13,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

20. Le Germain Hotel Ottawa

0.9 km from Lowertown

Alex

NT$8,159 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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Where to stay in Lowertown

Find the best Lowertown areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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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.

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Kanata

Suburb within Ottawa, Kanata boasts the Canadian Tire Centre, home to the Ottawa Senators, and the Kanata Research Park. Enjoy shopping at Kanata Centrum, Tanger Outlet Mall, and Hazeldean Mall, or catch a movie at Landmark Cinemas Kanata 24.

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Nepean

Explore the retail center on Merivale Road, featuring smaller shops and big box stores, or visit the Nepean Museum and Ben Franklin Place for a mix of culture and government services. Enjoy amenities like the Ottawa Public Library and Centrepointe Theatre.

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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.

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Orleans

Situated 16 km from downtown Ottawa, Orléans boasts a significant francophone population and offers recreational activities at Bob MacQuarrie Recreation Complex and Petrie Island's natural beach. Explore nature trails like Bilberry Creek Trail and enjoy shopping and dining along Innes Road.

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