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Ramada by Wyndham Ottawa On The Rideau : Stay within a 20-minute drive of Carleton University and Rideau Canal. Enjoy access to the restaurant, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Motel Adam : Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a flat-screen TV. It's located within a 10-minute drive of Byward Market Square and Canadian Museum of History. Rideau Heights Inn : Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Stay within a short 10-minute drive of Algonquin College. Motel Ritz : Stay within a 10-minute drive of Byward Market Square and Parliament Hill. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

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Andaz Ottawa Byward Market - a concept by Hyatt

325 Dalhousie Street, Ottawa, ON

4.6/5Exceptional! (1,881 reviews)

"Loved my stay at the Andaz hotel. Was welcomed with a special beverage when I arrived and was treated extremely well the entire week I was there. Great customer service! And nice stylish rooms/ lounge areas. I’d definitely return!"…"

Reviewed on Mar. 15, 2020

Ramada by Wyndham Ottawa On The Rideau

2259 Prince of Wales Drive, Ottawa, ON

3.7/5Good! (1,392 reviews)

"I was clean and comfortable, exactly what we needed. The staff was friendly and the room was already cooled off before we checked in... (greatlt appreciated)"…"

Reviewed on May 25, 2020

Sandman Signature Ottawa Airport Hotel

250 West Hunt Club Road, Ottawa, ON

4.5/5Wonderful! (677 reviews)

"Nice 👍 location 👍. Easy transportation to downtown"…"

Reviewed on May 28, 2020

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Ottawa Motels for the Frugal Traveler

You'll find 18 low-priced motels in Ottawa among more than 284 hotels and other accommodations. When you pick one of these budget-friendly accommodations, you might not have many of the amenities found in a traditional hotel but you'll save more money for your trip.

When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Ottawa. Not-to-be-missed sights include Supreme Court of Canada, Parliament Hill, and Byward Market Square.

Fun fact: Motels became more prevalent in the U.S. at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot.

Below are a few of our customers' best-rated Ottawa motels to choose from:

Ramada by Wyndham Ottawa On The Rideau

Stay within a 10-minute drive of Carleton University and Algonquin College.
Enjoy the in-room free WiFi, and freebies including breakfast, parking, and an airport shuttle.

Motel Adam

An outdoor pool along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay.
It's located within a 10-minute drive of Canadian Museum of History and National Gallery of Canada.

Motel Montcalm

Enjoy access to the restaurant, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.
Stay within a 10-minute drive of Canadian War Museum and Canadian Museum of History.

Rideau Heights Inn

It's located within a 10-minute drive of Carleton University and Algonquin College.
A 24-hour front desk along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay.

Motel du Chevalier

Stay within a 10-minute drive of Canadian Museum of History and National Gallery of Canada.
Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.

Things to Do in Ottawa

In this walkable area, you can enjoy the great live music and scenic riverfront while you're sightseeing. People who visit Ottawa love the local art scene, museums, and cafés.

Here are some popular places:

Supreme Court of Canada
Parliament Hill
Byward Market Square

These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places:

Confederation Park
Garden of the Provinces and Territories
Major's Hill Park

These are some attractions the whole family can enjoy:

Calypso Theme Waterpark
Nepean Sportsplex

Ottawa is also known for its:

Jogging trails
Sports
Tours
Shopping

Best Time to Visit Ottawa

Decide when you'd like to visit Ottawa by checking these seasonal weather details:

The hottest months are typically July and August, while January and February are the coldest months
January-March: Daytime temperatures average 44° F and nighttime temperatures average 4° F
April-June: 77° F is the daytime average and 27° F is the nighttime average
July-September: Daytime averages are around 80° F and nighttime averages are around 43° F
October-December: The average temperatures are 61° F during the day and 8° F at night
Average rainfall is 1.34 inches in a year

How to Get to Ottawa and Around the Area

Ottawa Transportation
Name	Type	Distance
Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)	Airport	6.9 mi (11.1 km)
Ogdensburg, NY (OGS-Ogdensburg Intl.)	Airport	52.1 mi (83.9 km)
Massena, NY (MSS-Massena Intl.)	Airport	53.6 mi (86.3 km)
Bayview Station	Metro Station	1.3 mi (2.1 km)
Carling Station	Metro Station	1.7 mi (2.7 km)
Carleton Station	Metro Station	2.4 mi (3.9 km)
Ottawa Station	Train Station	2.3 mi (3.8 km)
Ottawa Fallowfield Station	Train Station	8.6 mi (13.8 km)
Casselman Station	Train Station	30.6 mi (49.2 km)

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Ottawa?

You’ll find 19 economical motels in Ottawa among more than 376 lodging choices. Because you’ll save on your room, you can experience more of the activities in Ottawa. Not-to-be-missed sights include Parliament Hill, Byward Market Square, and Rideau Canal.

What are motels like?

At most motels, you’re likely to find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel, you’ll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. Introduced in the early 1950s, colorful neon signs were used as beacons for tired families on road trips, and you can see these today along the historic U.S. Route 66.

What are the best motels in Ottawa?

Ramada by Wyndham Ottawa On The Rideau: Stay within a 20-minute drive of Carleton University and Rideau Canal. Enjoy access to the restaurant, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Motel Adam: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a flat-screen TV. It’s located within a 10-minute drive of Byward Market Square and Canadian Museum of History. Rideau Heights Inn: Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Stay within a short 10-minute drive of Algonquin College. Motel Ritz: Stay within a 10-minute drive of Byward Market Square and Parliament Hill. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

What can I do in Ottawa?

In this walkable area, you can enjoy the great live music and scenic riverfront while you’re sightseeing. People who visit Ottawa love the local art scene, museums, and cafés. Some popular places to visit include Parliament Hill, Byward Market Square, and Rideau Canal. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Confederation Park, Jacques Cartier Park, and Lansdowne Park. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include Calypso Theme Waterpark and Nepean Sportsplex.

What's the weather like in Ottawa?

The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 20°F. Average annual rainfall for Ottawa is 37 inches.

How can I get around Ottawa?

Fly into Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.), which is located 6.9 mi (11.1 km) away. Otherwise, look for flights into Ogdensburg, NY (OGS-Ogdensburg Intl.), which is 52.1 mi (83.9 km) away. Take advantage of metro transit at Bayview Station, Carling Station, and Carleton Station.