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Where to Stay in Ottawa

Best WiFi, coworking spaces, and long-stay neighborhoods

🛡️ Safe💰 Budget: CAD 120/day🚇 Good Transit☀️ Best: May, Aug, Sep📶 WiFi: good

Our pick for digital nomads

Stay in Westboro

Offers a hip, local atmosphere with good cafes, independent shops, and access to coworking spaces.

Best Neighborhoods for Digital Nomads

Ranked by relevance for digital nomads visiting Ottawa

1

Westboro

Mid-range

A trendy, hip neighborhood known for its vibrant main street lined with independent boutiques, cafes, and restaurants.

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  • +Excellent selection of independent shops and dining
  • +Relaxed, local feel away from the downtown core
  • +Access to the Ottawa River pathways for recreation
  • -Requires transit or a longer commute to reach downtown attractions
  • -Limited traditional hotel options
🏨 Homewood Suites by Hilton Ottawa West🏨 The Albion Suites
2

Centretown

Mid-range

The bustling heart of Ottawa, offering a mix of government buildings, shops, restaurants, and residences.

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  • +Central location with easy access to major attractions
  • +Abundant dining and entertainment options
  • +Good public transport links
  • -Can be crowded and noisy
  • -Accommodation can be pricier
🏨 The Metcalfe Hotel🏨 Les Suites Hotel🏨 Lord Elgin Hotel
3

ByWard Market

Mid-range

Ottawa's oldest and most vibrant neighborhood, known for its lively market, eclectic shops, and diverse eateries.

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  • +Incredible concentration of restaurants, bars, and shops
  • +Charming historic atmosphere
  • +Very walkable to key cultural sites
  • -Can be extremely crowded, especially on weekends
  • -Noise levels can be high due to nightlife
🏨 Andaz Ottawa ByWard Market🏨 Arc The Hotel Ottawa🏨 ByWard Hilltop Suites
4

The Glebe

Mid-range

A charming, upscale residential area with tree-lined streets, independent boutiques, and a relaxed, community feel.

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  • +Pleasant atmosphere with local shops and cafes
  • +Close to Lansdowne Park for events and recreation
  • +Good for leisurely strolls
  • -Further from the main downtown attractions
  • -Fewer hotel options, more B&Bs and rentals
🏨 The Glebe House B&B🏨 Alt Hotel Ottawa

WiFi & Remote Work in Ottawa

Quality

good

Avg Speed

50-100 Mbps

Free WiFi

Many cafes (Starbucks, Tim Hortons), public libraries, and some public spaces offer free Wi-Fi.

Coworking

Spaces like Coworkr Ottawa, Regus, and Creative Hub Ottawa are available, with day passes typically ranging from $30-50 CAD.

Daily Budget (Budget)

CAD 120/day

Ottawa Backpackers Hostel dorm bedCAD 40
Bagel from Kettleman's Bagel Co. and picnic lunch from a local grocery storeCAD 20
OC Transpo Day PassCAD 11
Explore Parliament Hill (free grounds and tours), walk along the Rideau CanalCAD 0
Visit the National Gallery of Canada (pay what you can admission on Thursdays)CAD 10
Shawarma from a local spot in the ByWard MarketCAD 15
Explore the ByWard MarketCAD 0
Poutine from Chez AshtonCAD 14
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Hidden Gems in Ottawa

Lesser-known spots the locals love

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Bridgehead Coffee (various locations)

This local coffee chain offers delicious ethically sourced coffee and tasty baked goods in a cozy atmosphere. It's where locals go to relax, work, or catch up with friends, providing a true taste of Ottawa's cafe culture.

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