Gatineau

Travel Guide

Gatineau Park which includes a cascade and snow
Canadian Museum of History which includes interior views as well as a large group of people
Gatineau Park showing a garden and forests
Gatineau Park which includes snow and a bridge
Gatineau featuring tranquil scenes and snow

Where to stay in Gatineau

Canadian Museum of History which includes skyline and modern architecture

Hull

4/5(46 area reviews)

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.

Hull
Gatineau featuring tranquil scenes and snow

Downtown Gatineau

4/5(40 area reviews)

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 Canadian Children's Museum.

Downtown Gatineau
Always a fantastic sunset at this beach on the Ottawa River. Apparently, environmental conditions in the Ottawa Valley produce great colours! #goldenhour

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.

Aylmer
Gatineau featuring tranquil scenes and snow

District des Promenades

While there might not be top attractions in District des Promenades, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Les Promenades Gatineau and Gatineau Sports Centre.

District des Promenades
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Masson-Angers

When in Masson-Angers, you can plan a visit to Petrie Island Park and Princess Louise Falls, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Masson-Angers
In the heart of the city of Gatineau lies the Lac Lemay. Perfect for families with a big playground, you can also just enjoy a short stroll around the lake - by foot or bicycle - or relax by the beach. And the colours in the fall are to die for!

District Saint - Raymond - Vanier

While there might not be top attractions in District Saint - Raymond - Vanier, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Casino du Lac Leamy and Canadian Museum of History.

District Saint - Raymond - Vanier
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
The price is ￥12,013 per night from Jul 30 to Jul 31
￥12,013
￥14,296 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Canadian War ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,049 reviews)
"I like this hotel environment. But this elevator makes noise when it is working."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Château Cartier Hotel & Resort, Ascend Hotel Collection

Château Cartier Hotel & Resort, Ascend Hotel Collection

4.5 out of 5
1170 Chemin d'Aylmer, Gatineau, QC
The price is ￥14,548 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
￥14,548
￥17,312 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,022 reviews)
"Such a beautiful property, amazing room and overall great experience. Wish we could have swam without using the spa though."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Château Cartier Hotel & Resort, Ascend Hotel Collection
Hotel V

Hotel V

3.5 out of 5
585, boul. de la Gappe, Gatineau, QC
The price is ￥14,435 per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
￥14,435
￥17,176 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,717 reviews)
Noisy A/C
"Everything was great except the conditionning unit was so noisy!!! Did not get a good nights sleep."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Hotel V
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Duvernay Studios and Suites

Duvernay Studios and Suites

2.5 out of 5
92 De L'hotel-De-Ville Street, Gatineau, QC
Stay at this apartment in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Canadian War Museum and Byward Market Square are ...
7.4/10 Good! (816 reviews)
"Everything is great! Highly recommended."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Duvernay Studios and Suites
Cozy retreat In National Capital Region!

Cozy retreat In National Capital Region!

Gatineau
Stay at this apartment in Gatineau. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Casino du Lac Leamy and Canadian War Museum are located ...
2/10 (1 review)
Very Basic and not as advertised
"Host was responsive up until after our first call and speaking to them when we were in the place. For the money we paid the value was very poor and place had a few safety issues.To start with while we were not a party if 10, we were looking for a place that our group could come together to stay at ..."

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2025

Cozy retreat In National Capital Region!
Paradis Palace 3

Paradis Palace 3

Gatineau
Stay at this apartment in Gatineau. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Casino du Lac Leamy and Canadian War Museum are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (7 reviews)
"We like the house, it was nice, clean, vast, and very comfy. All three rooms, the kitchen, the washroom, and the livingroom are very beautiful, the area too. We really recommend it to everyone and would like to come back next year if possible. The only thing that bothered us a bit was the air condition, ..."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Paradis Palace 3
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Popular places to visit

Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative buidling

Parliament Hill

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

Parliament Hill
Byward Market featuring markets, outdoor eating and street scenes

Byward Market Square

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

Byward Market Square
The dance of the butterflies. Each year, this University has an exhibition in a small greenhouse of butterflies from all over the world.

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.

Carleton University
Rideau Canal which includes boating, a castle and a river or creek

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.

Rideau Canal
Canadian Museum of History which includes skyline and modern architecture

Canadian Museum of History

Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.

Canadian Museum of History
National Arts Centre which includes a garden

National Arts Centre

You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre on your trip to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

National Arts Centre

Things to do

Ottawa: Sightseeing River Cruise

Ottawa: Sightseeing River Cruise

￥5,648
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Sightseeing River Cruise
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

￥5,998
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water

Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water

￥6,892
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

￥3,635
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

￥2,667
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Private Shopping Tour from Ottawa hotels to Tanger Outlets Ottawa

Private Shopping Tour from Ottawa hotels to Tanger Outlets Ottawa

￥21,492
per adult
Private Shopping Tour from Ottawa hotels to Tanger Outlets Ottawa
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