What's it like in Lowertown?

Lowertown is a welcoming neighborhood that travelers like for its restaurants and shopping. Be sure to check out Royal Canadian Mint and National Gallery of Canada as part of your Lowertown travel plans.

What's a favorite place to stay in Lowertown?

Based on our traveler data, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay in Lowertown. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Byward Market Square, and it offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Another good option for your stay in the neighborhood is Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa .

How many hotels are there in Lowertown?

Book one of Expedia's 9 hotels and other accommodations in Lowertown and start exploring everything Ottawa has to offer.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lowertown, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Lowertown.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Lowertown?

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Lowertown, click here .

What is there to do around this Ottawa neighborhood?

Landmarks in Lowertown that you won't want to miss include Royal Canadian Mint and Alexandra Bridge. National Gallery of Canada and Peacekeeping Monument are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. Byward Market Square and Parliament Hill are some favorite places to visit in the area around Lowertown. When you're sightseeing in Ottawa, Saint Brigid's Centre for the Arts and Embassy of South Korea are also worth a stop.

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Our top choices for Lowertown hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG

Lowertown

Michael

￥17,997 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

2. Days Inn by Wyndham Ottawa

Lowertown

Amit

￥21,504 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 23 - Jul 24

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free), bed sheets

3. Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa

Lowertown

Karoline

￥18,862 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 10 - Aug 11

4. Byward Blue Inn

ByWard Market, 0.4 km from Lowertown

Nathan

￥23,051 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 24 - Jul 25

5. Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Ottawa

ByWard Market, 0.7 km from Lowertown

Peter

￥24,644 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

6. ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

ByWard Market, 0.6 km from Lowertown

Linda

￥27,607 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 24 - Jul 25

7. AC Hotel BY Marriott Ottawa Dwtn

ByWard Market, 0.7 km from Lowertown

Wesley

￥24,846 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

8. Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Byward Market - Parliament Hill, 1 km from Lowertown

katherine

￥33,156 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

9. The Business Inn

Golden Triangle, 1.9 km from Lowertown

William

￥20,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

10. Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Byward Market - Parliament Hill, 0.9 km from Lowertown

Stephanie

￥22,966 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 14 - Aug 15

11. DoubleTree by Hilton Ottawa Downtown

Byward Market - Parliament Hill, 0.9 km from Lowertown

Christian

￥23,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

12. The Westin Ottawa

Byward Market - Parliament Hill, 1.1 km from Lowertown

Melissa

￥27,608 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 24 - Jul 25

13. Swiss Hotel

Downtown Ottawa, 0.8 km from Lowertown

Benedikt

￥26,081 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 23 - Jul 24

14. Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection

Byward Market - Parliament Hill, 1.6 km from Lowertown

Jordan

￥32,181 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 23 - Jul 24

15. reStays Ottawa

Byward Market - Parliament Hill, 1.5 km from Lowertown

James

￥27,529 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 4 - Aug 5

16. Lord Elgin Hotel

Byward Market - Parliament Hill, 1.4 km from Lowertown

Omar

￥27,607 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

17. Auberge McGee's Inn

Sandy Hill, 0.8 km from Lowertown

Harold

￥23,913 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

18. Rideau Residence University of Ottawa

Downtown Ottawa, 0.7 km from Lowertown

Jason

￥16,909 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom (View) | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk

19. Courtyard by Marriott Ottawa East

3 km from Lowertown

daenn

￥18,944 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

20. Ottawa Marriott Hotel

Byward Market - Parliament Hill, 1.9 km from Lowertown

Nicole

￥26,524 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 24 - Jul 25

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Gloucester

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

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