West End Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in West End

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Westboro

While Westboro may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kōena Spa and Canadian War Museum.

Westboro
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Bells Corners

Notable for its shopping, restaurants and river views, Bells Corners is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Ottawa. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Bayshore Shopping Centre or Andrew Haydon Park.

Bells Corners
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Wellington Village

While you're in Wellington Village, take in top sights like Great Canadian Theatre Company and jump on the metro at Tunney's Pasture Station to see more of the city.

Wellington Village
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Whitehaven - Queensway Terrace North

While Whitehaven - Queensway Terrace North isn't home to many top sights, Funhaven Entertainment Centre and Bayshore Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Whitehaven - Queensway Terrace North
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Carlingwood - McKellar Park - Laurentien View

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Carlingwood - McKellar Park - Laurentien View and surrounding area, you can visit Kōena Spa and Bayshore Shopping Centre.

Carlingwood - McKellar Park - Laurentien View
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Carlingwood West - Glabar Park - McKellar Heights

While Carlingwood West - Glabar Park - McKellar Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Funhaven Entertainment Centre and Centrepointe Theatre.

Carlingwood West - Glabar Park - McKellar Heights
Hyatt Place Ottawa West

Hyatt Place Ottawa West

3 out of 5
300 Moodie Drive, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$181 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$181
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,812 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Place Ottawa West
Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre

Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre

3 out of 5
1274 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$195 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$195
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,051 reviews)
"Easy to drive around. Comfortable place to stay."

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa West - Nepean by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa West - Nepean by IHG

2.5 out of 5
2055 Robertson Road, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$201 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$201
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Good front desk service. They informed us that if we wanted to go to downtown Ottawa, we can use public transportation, so we took the bus and train. This was our kids' first experience getting on a train! Thanks to the front desk team!"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa West - Nepean by IHG
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Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,852 reviews)
"Excellent location and spacious rooms."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Arlo Apartments Downtown

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Arlo Apartments Downtown

3.5 out of 5
88 Albert Street, Ottawa, ON
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy a fitness center, laundry facilities, and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (957 reviews)
"Everything was easy going. It was a busy business stay, so I appreciate the cleanliness and the quiet atmosphere."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Arlo Apartments Downtown
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The O'Connor Apartments Downtown

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The O'Connor Apartments Downtown

3.5 out of 5
377 Rue O'Connor Street, Ottawa, ON
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy a fitness center, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,132 reviews)
"Nice hotel for people who need kitchen and laundry"

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The O'Connor Apartments Downtown
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Popular places to visit

Maplelawn Garden

Maplelawn Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Maplelawn Garden, a lovely green space in Ottawa. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.

Maplelawn Garden
Parliament Hill showing an administrative building and heritage architecture

Parliament Hill

4.5/5(15 reviews)

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

Parliament Hill
Byward Market featuring street scenes, a city and markets

Byward Market Square

4/5(19 reviews)

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

Byward Market Square
Carleton University

Carleton University

Explore the campus of Carleton University as part of your travels around Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Carleton University
Rideau Canal featuring street scenes, a river or creek and boating

Rideau Canal

4/5(21 reviews)

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 showing modern architecture and skyline

Canadian Museum of History

5/5(4 reviews)

Up to 20,000 years of history is showcased in this impressive institution dedicated to life in Canada. It also has a Children’s Museum and IMAX theatre.

Canadian Museum of History

Activities

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

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

AU$62
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

AU$38
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

AU$30
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

AU$12
per adult
Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

AU$28
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

AU$245
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
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