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By going with a hostel you can cut your spending on lodging and use more of your money for exploring during your stay. You can check out the museums and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

If you’re in the market for an affordable place to stay in Ottawa, one of Expedia’s 5 hostels could be a great option for you.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 65°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 21°F. The snowiest months in Ottawa are January, December, April, and February, with each month seeing an average of 11 inches of snowfall.

Generally, Ottawa is known for its museums, jogging trails, and art. Major attractions include Canadian Tire Centre. Get out into nature with places like Jacques Cartier Park, Commissioners Park, and Lansdowne Park. Cultural attractions include National Arts Centre, National Gallery of Canada, and Museum of Nature.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Ottawa in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Ottawa International Airport (YOW), 6.9 mi (11.1 km) away. An alternative is Ogdensburg, NY (OGS-Ogdensburg Intl.), located 52.1 mi (83.9 km) away. Once you’ve arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. You can take advantage of metro transit at Parliament Station, Lyon Station, and Rideau Station. To check out more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Ottawa Station, Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station), or Ottawa Fallowfield Station.