Vanier
Ottawa




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.

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 fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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

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.

University of Ottawa
Explore the campus of University of Ottawa as part of your travels around Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Perfect location for Skating on the Rideau Canal.
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

The Business Inn
Great room, location and breakfast. We’ll be back!
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

Lord Elgin Hotel
Friendly staff. Clean room. All good.
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Great rooms, but it needs a refresh. Furniture is worn, plumbing is suspect in the shower and the heating controls in the room have a mind of their own.
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Good location! Good room!
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

Welcominns Hotel Ottawa
Clean, nice staff
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Vanier

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.

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.

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.

Centretown
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Centretown. You can visit top attractions like Elgin Street and Canadian Museum of Nature, and jump on the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon Station to see more of the city.

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.
