Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

Property class: 2
City-center hostel within walking distance of Byward Market Square

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When you stay at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Rideau Canal and University of Ottawa. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Rideau Station is 4 minutes and uOttawa Station is 10 minutes.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Self parking
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)
The current price is $60
$72 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 Twin Bed (Authentic Jail Cell (3x9) Shared Bath)

A narrow doorway leading to a small room with a bed, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a door with a number plate.

Room, 1 Twin Bed (Authentic Jail Cell (3x9) Shared Bath)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 8 Bed Mixed, Shared Bathroom

A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden beams, a white brick wall, and a wooden floor.

1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 8 Bed Mixed, Shared Bathroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 4 Bed Mixed, Shared Bathroom

A bunk bed room with a window, a door with a number, and a radiator.

1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 4 Bed Mixed, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Twin Room (Twin Cell,1 Bunk Bed,Shared Bathroom)

A narrow corridor with a white brick wall, a black metal bench, and a coat rack with hooks.

Twin Room (Twin Cell,1 Bunk Bed,Shared Bathroom)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Double Room (Dbl Jail Cell, 1 Dbl Bed, Shared Bath)

A hotel room with a bed, a wall-mounted sign indicating room number 408, and a small black panel on the wall.

Double Room (Dbl Jail Cell, 1 Dbl Bed, Shared Bath)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Double Bed (with Bathroom)

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

Double Room, 1 Double Bed (with Bathroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for 1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 4 Bedroom Women only, Shared Bathroom

A bunk bed room with a window, a door with a number, and a radiator.

1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 4 Bedroom Women only, Shared Bathroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 6 Bed Women only, Shared Bathroom

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted fan.

1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 6 Bed Women only, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 8 Bed Women only, Shared Bathroom

A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden beams, a white brick wall, and a wooden floor.

1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 8 Bed Women only, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 10 Bed Mixed, Shared Bathroom

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a sink, and a mirror.

1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 10 Bed Mixed, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 10 Bed Female, Shared Bathroom

A narrow hallway with bunk beds, a white cabinet, and a door with a handle.

1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 10 Bed Female, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Shared Dormitory

A bunk bed with a ladder, a person lying on the lower bunk, and a sign indicating room numbers 9 and 10.

Deluxe Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
75 Nicholas Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N7B9

What's nearby

  • Rideau Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Rideau Canal - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of Ottawa - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Byward Market Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 15 min drive
  • Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station) - 5 min drive
  • Ottawa Station - 5 min drive
  • Ottawa Fallowfield Station - 21 min drive
  • Rideau Station - 4 min walk
  • UOttawa Station - 10 min walk
  • Parliament Station - 13 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Dining Hall - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪3 Brothers Shawarma And Poutine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Shanghai 360 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Highlander Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Poulet Rouge - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

  • When you stay at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Rideau Canal and University of Ottawa. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Rideau Station is 4 minutes and uOttawa Station is 10 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 30 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (CAD 20.00 per day)

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

Working away

  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Self parking costs CAD 20.00 per day

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

HI Ottawa Jail Hostel

Jail Hostel

HI Ottawa Jail

Hi Ottawa Jail Hotel Ottawa

HI Ottawa Jail Hostel

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel Ottawa

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel?

Yes. Self parking costs CAD 20.00 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Casino du Lac Leamy (8-min drive) and Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa (19-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel and nearby?

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel has a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel like?

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel is in Downtown Ottawa, a short 4-minute walk from Rideau Station and 17 minutes' walk from Parliament Hill.

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Reviews

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Parking was secure, easily accessible, and felt safe with code access only. (7 reviews)
  • Breakfast was available and the food was good, with many nearby dining options also available. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Very central location, the cell rooms are a good budget option for short stays
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10/10 Exceptional

This place is more like a home because you get to meet with like minded people during the breakfast hour or even in your room. It’s a home away from home lol I’ll definitely visit again anytime in the future
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful building with comfortable enough bed. Pillows were a bit meh and the showers on my floor were a bit small and cramped. Overall excellent value, though, and the breakfast and kitchen were amazing and the location is perfect for access to byward market and the metro.
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8/10 Very good

Excellent service, a one-of-a-kind experience. Helpful staff and a very clean establishment. I plan to return during my stays in Ottawa.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good location. I was able to walk to everything.
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10/10 Exceptional

Best place to stay in terms of location and helpful staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great price, convenient location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room and bathrooms as well as comfortable room temperature eventhough it was 30C outside.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff is very friendly, room is clean and has all stuff provided.
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing and very authentic place, staff very friendly
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10/10 Exceptional

Good breakfast, good location, affordable stay and fun visit
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10/10 Exceptional

The hostel is in a very convenient location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Full kitchen, great location, impressively cleaned and maintained. 100% would stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a great hostel! Clean, quiet and the breakfast spread was plentiful. You also can’t beat the location. I will stay again.
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8/10 Very good

Overall a good place to stay and excellent breakfast and good location quite near to mall and restaurants, however I saw something crawling in my bed in the morning (not really sure what was that thou)
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10/10 Exceptional

Fun experience and friendly staff. Breakfast included into an already great price and daily maintenance of amenities. Dormitory experience was nice, everyone was respectful and polite. Great experience in a former jail turned hostel, lots of discoveries of history regarding this place worth exploring!
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy quick parking, clean areas and comfortable beds! Also such amazing staff the general manager is a sweetheart.
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10/10 Exceptional

It was clean and well maintained. Breakfast was good and dining hall was clean and organized. We took part in the tour and it was great. We really liked how secure the parking was. The washrooms and showers were very clean and well maintained. Staff was pleasant. Room was clean and had what was needed for a good sleep.
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8/10 Very good

The breakfast was great—very filling and a great way to start the day. The single cells were definitely an interesting experience; however, I wouldn’t recommend staying in them for more than a couple of nights as they are quite small (though that’s part of the novelty!). The staff were friendly, welcoming, and very helpful throughout the stay. The only area for improvement would be the outdoor space at the back, which I feel could be better utilised. Overall, it was a great stay that I would happily recommend to others.
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a neat experience
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10/10 Exceptional

clean room, friendly staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff is friendly and very helpful. Great atmosphere and unique place to stay. Easy parking option for a fee. Very well located. Included breakfast was appreciated.
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8/10 Very good

The room was very clean and surprisingly quiet (I mean, it *was * a Tuesday night in Ottawa). I had the best night’s sleep I’ve had in ages! Bathrooms were clean too. Staff very helpful. And staying in a converted gaol is very cool. Highly recommended!
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10/10 Exceptional

Parking was easy and secure. Tour was interesting.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room