Cardinal Heights
Ottawa
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Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.

Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.

University of Ottawa
Explore the campus of University of Ottawa as part of your travels around Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Things to do

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Canadian War Museum Admission

Ottawa: National Gallery of Canada Admission

Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour

Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour
Cardinal Heights Hotel Deals

The Business Inn
Great price for the location near the canal. Wish parking was included in the cost, but overall great stay
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Everything was easy from checking in and checking out! Staff was the best!
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Lord Elgin Hotel
The room was spotless, the staff was efficient, helpfull and friendly. The location is excellent. I keep going back to this hotel.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
All staff was good and room was nice clean and comfortable
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Amazing stay at Andaz Ottawa ByWard Market! The location is perfect — close to everything, yet still quiet and comfortable. The room was modern, clean, and well designed, and the staff were friendly and professional. Great experience overall, I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Cleanliness. Good breakfast Friendly staff
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Cardinal Heights

Gloucester
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Rideau Canal are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Blair Station or Cyrville Station to see more of the city.

Industrial Park
While you're in Industrial Park, take in top sights like St. Laurent Centre or Canada Science and Technology Museum, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Cyrville Station or St-Laurent Station.

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.

Old Ottawa East
While in Old Ottawa East, you'll enjoy the sporting events. Catch the metro at Lees Station to see top sights like Rideau Canal while you're in the area.

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.

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.
