Lowertown
Ottawa
Popular places to visit
National Gallery of Canada
Explore art through the ages in this impressive collection of national and international works of art.
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica
Be inspired by the Canadian religious art and Gothic Revival architecture of one of Ottawa’s oldest and largest houses of worship.
Canadian Tire Centre
Catch an event at Canadian Tire Centre during your trip to Ottawa. 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.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your travels in Gatineau? Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.
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.
Lowertown Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Great room. Top of the line bathroom amenities. Soft beds. Only downfall was room was very warm. Sat at 73 degrees F (even though the thermostat was set at 70F. No way to turn it down and no window to crack open.
Reviewed on 2026/2/16
Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa
It is a great value for a hotel in the middle of downtown. It is clean, the staff is friendly, amenities are available, many restaurants steps away, convenience stores and groceries nearby. The plus value for this hotel is the free parking. Many reviews mentioned bedbugs, which we fortunately did ...
Reviewed on 2026/2/16
The Business Inn
The room was clean and spacious. The breakfast had great variety and hit the spot before we headed out skating on the canal. They even had snacks bags with a water bottle to take to go. We highly recommend this hotel. It is an easy walk to the Rideau Canal and Parliamet buildings. It was very ...
Reviewed on 2026/2/17
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
1. Check-in process was very slow. I had only 1 resident ahead of me and it still took me 25mins to reach the counter inspite of 3 representatives being present at the desk. 2. Room was very small and felt very claustrophobic. 3. Room took too long to get heated as there were cool winds blowing in ...
Reviewed on 2026/2/16
Lord Elgin Hotel
Great location great service room was good but not brand new.
Reviewed on 2026/2/17
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Great experience, will definitely book again. We staid for one night over a weekend trip to Ottawa. The price is super affordable, the staff was super nice, and the rooms comfortable, clean, and in good shape.
Reviewed on 2026/2/17
Other neighborhoods around Lowertown
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.
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.
Sandy Hill
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Rideau Centre or Rideau Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.
Golden Triangle
Golden Triangle is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Elgin Street and Ottawa City Hall while you're in town.
Hull
As the central business district and oldest neighborhood in Gatineau, this area boasts a cultural hub with the Canadian Museum of History and Casino du Lac-Leamy. Enjoy the transformed downtown, featuring restaurants, cafés, and stores.
Downtown Gatineau
You'll enjoy the gardens and festivals in Downtown Gatineau. You might want to make time for a stop at Canadian Museum of History or Maison du velo.
