Sandy Hill Travel Guide

Ottawa

Popular places to visit

Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative building

Parliament Hill

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

Parliament Hill
Byward Market which includes street scenes, signage and markets

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
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 a city, street scenes and a castle

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 featuring 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

National Arts Centre

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

National Arts Centre

Top hotels in Sandy Hill

University of Ottawa Residence

University of Ottawa Residence

2 out of 5
90 University Private, Ottawa, ON
The price is ₹7,715 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
₹7,715
₹8,717 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Byward Market Square and Rideau Canal are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (444 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

University of Ottawa Residence
Auberge McGee's Inn

Auberge McGee's Inn

3 out of 5
185 Daly Ave, Ottawa, ON
The price is ₹10,686 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹10,686
₹12,076 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly B&B in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (834 reviews)
"We liked the friendly assistance Maggie provided."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Auberge McGee's Inn
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹12,359 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
₹12,359
₹14,664 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,591 reviews)
"A classic old railway hotel with an abundance of character and a prime Ottawa location close to Parliament Hill and the ByWard Market. Only complaint is the parking situation is a shambles as they don’t allow self-park anymore and there aren’t enough staff to efficiently handle the number of arrivals. ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹7,086 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
₹7,086
₹8,433 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Canadian War ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,043 reviews)
Good place and good price!
"The room was as expected. Good price in a walkable reach of most Ottawa activities. Great spot to visit Ottawa."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is ₹8,269 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
₹8,269
₹9,812 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,619 reviews)
"I was travelling with my daughters and we stopped there for a night. The central location close to downtown, the clean, spacious room, the nice, clean bathroom having enough towels for all of us were only a few highlights of what we enjoyed in our stay. The only reason I didn’t give 5 stars was the ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

The Business Inn
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is ₹10,616 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
₹10,616
₹12,596 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,429 reviews)
"Super location, good for all sightseeing."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Sandy Hill

Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Downtown Ottawa

4/5(47 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Rideau Centre and Byward Market Square, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or uOttawa Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Ottawa
Byward Market which includes street scenes, signage and markets

ByWard Market

A noteworthy feature of ByWard Market is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Byward Market Square and Rideau Centre.

ByWard Market
Parliament Hill featuring nightlife, performance art and night scenes

Byward Market - Parliament Hill

If you're spending time in Byward Market - Parliament Hill, check out sights like Parliament Building or Parliament Hill and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rideau Station or Parliament Station.

Byward Market - Parliament Hill
Ottawa which includes snow

Centretown

4/5(15 area reviews)

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Centretown. Top attractions like Elgin Street and Canadian Museum of Nature are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon Station to see more of the city.

Centretown
Ottawa featuring a cascade, a bridge and snow

Glebe

You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Glebe. You might want to make time for a stop at TD Place Stadium or Rideau Canal.

Glebe
Canadian Museum of History featuring skyline and modern architecture

Hull

4/5(2 area reviews)

Hull is a destination visitors seek out for its interesting museums, casinos and stunning river views. You might want to check out attractions like Canadian Museum of History or Casino du Lac Leamy while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Hull

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