Alta Vista
Ottawa
Visit Alta Vista
Popular places to visit
Canadian Tire Centre
Catch an event at Canadian Tire Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your travels in Gatineau? Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Carleton University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Carleton University during your stay in Ottawa. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
University of Ottawa
Explore the campus of University of Ottawa as part of your travels around Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian War Museum Admission
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Ottawa: City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Top hotels in Alta Vista
Residence Inn by Marriott Ottawa Airport
Hotel was clean, rooms were spacious and the beds were comfortable.
Reviewed on May 3, 2026
The Business Inn
The beds were so clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Okay, quiet clean and good location. Parking is another 15$ a night
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
The staff were lovely, but the room was likely the worst hotel room I've ever seen. I at first thought the old-fashioned actual room key was quaint, but I was really shocked when I first went into the room. Dated, dingy and dirty, the room seemed more like a low end motel that you'd find on the side ...
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Ottawa Embassy Hotel
Staff was helpful, and rooms were clean. Great dining experience too.
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Great room provided
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alta Vista
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 Elgin Street.
Old Ottawa East
During your stop in Old Ottawa East, check out the sporting events, and jump on the metro at Lees Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Industrial Park
While you're in Industrial Park, take in top sights like St. Laurent Centre or Canada Science and Technology Museum, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Cyrville Station or St-Laurent Station.
South End
Travelers choose South End for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Greenboro Station or Confederation Station and check out top sights like South Keys Shopping Centre.
Centretown
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Centretown. You can visit top attractions like Elgin Street and Canadian Museum of Nature, and jump on the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon Station to see more of the city.
Sandy Hill
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Laurier House or Rideau Centre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.
