Visit West Carleton
Popular places to visit
Diefenbunker
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Diefenbunker during your trip to Carp. 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.
Rideau Canal
This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.
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
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Carleton University during your stay in Ottawa. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
National Arts Centre
You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre on your trip to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
West Carleton Hotel Deals
Wingate by Wyndham Kanata West Ottawa
The staff were great, breakfast was really good and plenty of food. The rooms and building was kept very clean.
Reviewed on 2026/1/12
Lord Elgin Hotel
Had a wonderful experience here. The location was excellent for access to Parliament buildings and restaurants. Clean comfortable rooms.
Reviewed on 2026/1/12
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Bed was unconformable and noisy !!
Reviewed on 2026/1/12
The Business Inn
Good experience
Reviewed on 2026/1/10
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Room was clean, breakfast was not as good as last time.
Reviewed on 2026/1/10
Welcominns Hotel Ottawa
Hotel as expected over 20 yrs. Fitness could be a little bigger with more units. Still got in my workout.
Reviewed on 2026/1/7
Other neighborhoods around West Carleton
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.
Stittsville
If you're spending some time in Stittsville, Canadian Tire Centre and Kevin Haime Golf Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Aylmer
Dubbed the "Recreation Capital of the National Capital," this area boasts golf courses, green spaces, spas, a marina, and bicycle paths. Explore shops, services, and restaurants along Chemin d'Aylmer, and enjoy easy access to Ottawa via Champlain Bridge.
Barrhaven
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrhaven and surrounding area, you can visit Walter Baker Sports Centre and Nepean Sportsplex.
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.
Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park
While you're in Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park, take in top sights like Rideau Canal and jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
