Andaz Ottawa Byward Market opened in 2016 in the heart of the market district and brings a contemporary, design-led style to a neighbourhood of heritage streets. It suits travellers who want restaurants, pubs and street life at the door and Parliament Hill within about ten minutes on foot.
Location and getting around: the hotel is in the middle of the ByWard Market, so food, nightlife and shopping are at the door. The National Gallery, Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica and Parliament Hill are all walkable, as is the Rideau Centre, and the Rideau Canal is close. Cross the Alexandra Bridge on foot or take a short ride to reach the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau. The Canadian War Museum is a short ride away by LRT or taxi.
Rooms and style: Andaz rooms are modern and airy with a residential feel, and the lobby is designed as a social space rather than a formal desk. Rooms range from standard kings and doubles to suites, and the hotel has a restaurant and bar on site. Check the Hyatt site for current rates, dining, fitness and amenity details, as these change.
Who it suits: couples and groups who want to be in the middle of things, foodies, and anyone who wants to walk to dinner. Good to know: the market is lively on weekend nights, so ask for a higher floor or a quiet room if you are a light sleeper. Parking in the market area is limited and charged, and the walkable location means many guests do not need a car. In winter, the walk to Parliament Hill and the canal is short enough to do in the cold, and a food tour of the market starts nearby. For a winter trip, the neighbourhood works well because restaurants, cafes and the covered market halls are all within a few steps, so you can dip in and out of the cold between museum visits and dinner without planning a long walk.
Why stay here
- ✓In the ByWard Market
- ✓Walk to Parliament Hill
- ✓Walk to National Gallery
- ✓On-site restaurant and bar
- ✓Contemporary design
- ✓Fitness facilities
- ✓Walkable to the canal
- ✓Short ride to Gatineau museums
Good questions
Where is the Andaz in Ottawa?+
It is in the ByWard Market, a short walk from Parliament Hill, the National Gallery and the Rideau Canal.
Is it noisy at night?+
The market area is lively on weekends, so ask for a higher floor or a quieter room if you are a light sleeper.
Do I need a car?+
No. Most sights are walkable, and the LRT and taxis cover the rest. Parking is limited and charged.
