Skip to content

Ottawa vacation rentals

Book unique homes, vacation rentals, and more on Airbnb

Top-rated vacation rentals in Ottawa

Guests agree: these vacation rentals are highly rated for location, cleanliness, and more.

Superhost
Guesthouse in Sandy Hill
Loft Guesthouse in the Heart of Ottawa
Our loft guesthouse is full of character and charm. It is very bright and cozy. The place is the part of our house but features a separate and private entrance, bathroom, beautiful hardwood floors throughout, an open plan kitchen, exposed brick walls and wooden beams. You'll love the 12ft high cathedral style ceiling. You will sleep in a cozy upper loft that is accessible via a ladder. It is in a perfect location from which to explore the city: Byward Market, Elgin st., Museums, the Canal, etc.
$91 per night
Superhost
Apartment in Sandy Hill
Downtown suite with parking and no additional fees
Clean, quiet, private basement bachelor apartment in Sandy Hill heritage home. Best location in Ottawa! Bright, full-sized window, private entrance, laminate & ceramic floors, s.s. appliances in separate kitchen, full bathroom. Walk Score 96/100 = Walker’s Paradise! 2 min. walk to Loblaws. 10 min. walk to Parliament Hill, Elgin Street & Byward Market. Free parking spot for you on the property. No smoking of any kind on the premises please.
$68 per night
Superhost
Apartment in Ottawa
★Glebe suite on Monk Street with parking★
Cozy, bright and quiet apartment in the Glebe next to Lansdowne Park and TD place with a private parking spot. Entire apartment is newly designed and furnished for AirBnB. AC and in-floor heating system. Living area is upstairs and the bathroom and bedroom are downstairs – with a comfortable 6’ 6” ceiling (see pics). Laundry facilities in the unit. Due to city policy, we accept long-term (>29 days) bookings only. Contact for details.
$67 per night

Ottawa house rentals

Superhost
Home in ByWard Market
Modern & Private Downtown Getaway
$126 per night
Superhost
Home in Ottawa
2 Bedroom Overlooking the Rideau Canal w Parking
$85 per night
Superhost
Home in Centre Town
Beautiful 3-Bedroom House | Centretown | w/Parking
$165 per night
Superhost
Home in ByWard Market
Heritage Jewel in the Byward Market
$103 per night
Superhost
Home in Ottawa
Recharge at this Hidden Gem 10 min from downtown
$107 per night
Superhost
Home in Ottawa
Quiet Downtown, 2 level, Family-friendly Apartment
$66 per night
Superhost
Home in ByWard Market
Byward Market Belle - 2-bedroom, private entrance
$93 per night
Superhost
Home in Ottawa
Cute as a button home w/ all amenities & great loc
$111 per night
Superhost
Home in Ottawa
Modern spacious Pet friendly Unit - STR 827-497
$89 per night
Superhost
Home in Gatineau
Soaring ceilings, 15 min walk to Parliament!
$103 per night
Superhost
Home in Ottawa
Clean Spacious 4Bd Home Manor Park 10mins Downtown
$105 per night
Superhost
Home in Gatineau
Studio in front of Gatineau Park - Well located
$55 per night

Your guide to Ottawa

All About Ottawa

Sitting on the banks of the scenic Ottawa River in southern Ontario, Canada’s capital city boasts beautiful parks and waterways, a mix of traditional and modern architecture, and world-class museums. At Ottawa’s heart is the magnificent Parliament Hill, featuring Gothic Revival buildings that are home to Canada’s government, and the iconic 300-foot Peace Tower, which you can climb for spectacular views of the city. The expansive lawns on the hill play host to many national celebrations and shows throughout the year.

Winding through the center of Ottawa is the 125-mile Rideau Canal — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — connecting the Ottawa River to Lake Ontario. The waterway is popular for boating in the warmer months, and you can cycle or stroll the paths along its banks. A five-mile stretch freezes over in winter and becomes the world’s largest naturally frozen ice-skating rink. Ottawa is also home to the National Gallery of Canada, where you’ll find the country’s biggest collection of Indigenous art. Other highlights include the Canadian Children’s Museum, the Canadian Museum of History, and the Canada Science and Technology Museum.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Ottawa

The most pleasant time to stay in a vacation rental in Ottawa is between March and May, when the city bursts into color and the days are mostly mild. The Canadian Tulip Festival in May sees millions of flowers blooming all over the city. June through August is the hottest period in Ottawa. And in late June, one of Ottawa’s largest music festivals attracts local and international jazz musicians for 10 days of concerts on outdoor stages around town.

Temperatures drop in autumn, and rain is likely, but the changing colors in the leafy city parks are spectacular. In winter, Ottawa is cold and snowy, with temperatures often dropping well below zero. Still, you can bring warm layers and enjoy the popular Winterlude in February, one of the biggest winter festivals in the world, with live music, ice skating shows, an artisan market, and an international ice carving contest.


Top things to do in Ottawa

ByWard Market

Explore the city’s biggest market, which is full of life day and night. It features Canada’s oldest farmers’ market with stalls selling fresh produce, cheeses, and bread. You’ll find arts and crafts stalls, boutiques, galleries, and restaurants here too. You can also taste a favorite local treat, a deep-fried pastry covered in sweet toppings like sugar and cinnamon. Live music and street performers often appear at the market.

Parliament Hill

The imposing Parliament Hill rises above the city, topped by the Gothic Revival buildings of Canada’s government. You can take a guided visit inside, but there’s much to enjoy outside as well. Every morning in summer, you can see the changing of the guards ceremony, and then in the evening, return to see the striking Sound and Light multimedia show projected on the buildings.

National Gallery of Canada

The art starts even before you even go inside, thanks to the spectacular prism-like glass towers of this ultra-modern building. Once inside, you can browse around one of the largest art museums in North America, with galleries displaying Indigenous and Canadian art, photography, sound sculptures, as well as many temporary exhibitions throughout the year. You can enter for free every Thursday night from 5 until 8.

Destinations to explore

  1. Airbnb
  2. Canada
  3. Ontario
  4. Ottawa