• Ottawa features a number of hotels that are open to pets, including dogs.pets carnival image by hazel proudlove from Fotolia.com
  
  Ottawa is the capital of Canada. It is renowned for its eco-friendly ways, which results in a nice, airy environment for locals and tourists alike. That includes an array of outdoor activities, including dog parks, pedestrian walkways and bike paths, all of which bode well for those travelling with pets. And for those bringing their pets along on a trip to Ottawa, there are plenty of hotels in the area that allow pets.
  
  

Travelodge Ottawa Hotel & Conference Centre

• While there are pet restrictions at this hotel and conference center, including a per-pet fee and size restrictions, this hotel is pet friendly. Other amenities are extensive as well, and include high-speed Internet, on-site restaurant and lounge and fitness center. Plus, the hotel features a "wet and wild" water park, complete with waterslide, hot tub and wave pool. Mini-fridges are available in each room, while the hotel features both standard and long-term guest rooms, the latter of which features ample living and work space.
  
  Travelodge Ottawa Hotel & Conference Centre
  1376 Carling Ave.
  Ottawa, ON K1Z 7L5 CA
  613-722-7600
  travelodge.com/ottawa
  
  

Days Inn Downtown Ottawa

• In addition to being pet-friendly, Days Inn Downtown Ottawa--located in the heart of downtown Ottawa--features amenities like high-speed Internet, meeting and conference space and an exercise center. Room choices include standard guest rooms and suites, the latter of which feature separate living spaces and work spaces. Mini-fridges are available in each room as well. The inn is only minutes away from local landmarks like the Parliament Buildings, Ottawa Congress Centre, the University of Ottawa and Casino du Lac Leamy.
  
  Days Inn Downtown Ottawa
  319 Rideau St.
  Ottawa, ON, K1N 5Y4
  1-800-DAYS INN
  daysinndowntownottawa.com
  
  

The Westin Ottawa

• This pet-friendly hotel offers views of Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal and is near the Rideau Centre Shopping mall. Amenities include a workout gym, a heated indoor saltwater pool and on-site restaurant and lounge. The hotel has nearly 500 guest rooms, including both standard guest rooms and suites, the latter of which features separate living and work space. All rooms come equipped with amenities like cable channels, Westin beds, in-room safes and individual climate controls.
  
  The Westin Ottawa
  11 Colonel By Drive
  Ottawa, ON K1N 9H4, Canada
  613-560-7000
  starwoodhotels.com