Where to stay in Ottawa

Advice on budget, affordable and luxury accommodation in Ottawa.

Budget accommodation in Ottawa

At the Hostel Ottawa you can sleep in presidential style at pauper's price – almost. At the well-fitted and comfortable hostel, you will be living just round the corner from Laurier House, the former home of two former Canadian presidents, Sir Wilfrid Laurier and William Lyon Mackenzie King. The area is prestigious and the embassy is nearby, placing you in the diplomatic thick of it.

Even if you behave yourself when you are staying here in Ottawa, you will be spending the night in porridge. The Hostel International Ottawa Jail offers a fun and unique experience for travellers, who can sleep in a renovated jailhouse. The redecorated Carleton County Jail is based downtown and is a great base for exploring the historical aspects of the city. The converted jail cells provide both individual and dorm sleeping arrangements.

Affordable accommodation in Ottawa

Ideal for couples and families alike, the staff at the Albert at Bay Suite Hotel go out of their way to make sure your stay is an enjoyable one. Those with children will be delighted to find a couple of toys waiting to entertain the kids on arrival, and the rooms are spacious and clean. The hotel offers good value for money, but be prepared for a bit of a walk as it is not in the city centre.

A good value suite experience can be enjoyed at the Minto Place Suite. Kitted out with large bedrooms, a separate kitchen and living area, it is the spacious place to stay in Ottawa.

Luxury accommodation in Ottawa

The Westin Ottawa is super-efficient in its service, with ultra-clean rooms, selfless staff and quality facilities. Holidaymakers can enjoy great views of the city from their room's panoramic windows, and there is a delightful indoor pool to relax in. It is conveniently located in the bustling downtown area of the city, a stone's throw away from shopping malls and restaurants.

Elegance and grandeur combine to great effect at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier. Pleasingly located in the centre of the city, with great views of the Parliament Buildings and the Rideau canal, it is as popular with tourists as it is with businessmen who choose to use it for conferences.