Ottawa International Airport (YOW): Approximate driving time is 15 minutes and distance is 9 miles (14.4 km.)

Driving directions from Ottawa International Airport: Take the Airport Pkwy which becomes Riverside and then Bronson Ave. From Bronson, turn right onto Queen St and then left into the driveway at the corner of Queen and Kent St.

Getting there: The cheapest and what is often the fastest way to get downtown is by OC Transit which takes the buses-only Transitway for much of the route. Take Bus #97 from the Level 1 curb outside the arrivals area and get off at the corner of Albert St and Kent St. Walk towards Parliament Hill 1 block to the hotel. Cash fare is less than $5 CDN. The airport shuttle bus drops off at the hotel for a fare in the $5–$15 CDN range. Taxis cost $16–$25 CDN. Rental cars, luxury sedans, and limousines all cost more than $36 CDN. Fees subject to change without notice. Rental cars are available online.

Getting around: This downtown location is convenient to many tourist attractions, as well as shops, restaurants, galleries, and entertainment venues so walking is the best way to get around. For those who love to venture out in the winter cold, skating is a very popular way to zip along the Rideau Canal, popping into restaurants and businesses along the way. To explore more of the city, OC Transit runs both buses and trains, although the trains do not enter the downtown core. The nearest bus stop is a block away and single fares on OC Transit run less than $5 CDN. Fees subject to change without notice.

Merlot - Fine Continental cuisine is presented in this stylish revolving rooftop restaurant.

Starbucks - Specialty coffees, pastries, and other light fare are served in this on-site venue.