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Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

2.0 star property
City-center hostel within walking distance of Byward Market Square

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

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Self parking
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • ATM/banking services
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)
The price is CA $75
CA $89 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - 6 Jan 2025

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
Kitchen island
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

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

Highlights

Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
Kitchen island
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
Kitchen island
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

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

Highlights

Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
Kitchen island
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed (with Bathroom)

Double Room, 1 Double Bed (with Bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
Kitchen island
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
4 bedrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
Kitchen island
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

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

Highlights

Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
Kitchen island
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
Kitchen island
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
Kitchen island
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
Kitchen island
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
7.6 out of 10, Good, (288)
The price is CA $104
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
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About the area

Map
75 Nicholas Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N7B9

What's nearby

  • University of Ottawa - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Byward Market Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Arts Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Parliament Hill - 17 min walk - 1.4 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

  • ‪The Shore Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bridgehead - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Poulet Rouge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bourbon St. Grill - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel offers a fantastic location, putting you 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.

Languages

Danish, English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 30 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 17
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
DONE

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 17
DONE

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (CAD 20.00 per day)
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
DONE

Other information

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

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • 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
  • Kitchen island

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

Guests who do not present a Hostelling International membership card will be charged CAD 5 extra per bed and CAD 10 extra per private room, payable to the hostel.

Parking

  • Self parking costs CAD 20.00 per day

Policies

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.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
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. Contactless check-out is available.
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 Rideau Carleton Raceway (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 2 minutes' walk from University of Ottawa.

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Nuitée en prison
Belle expérience et dépaysement.
Fred-Eric, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Shozo, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cindy, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Jailed but you have a key
Nice place with interesting history. Very affordable with breakfast. Clean. Friendly staff. Sleeping was a bit difficult lots of sirens during my stay as well as early morning construction accros the way. But for the experience worth the stay.
terrrance, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Once in a lifetime experience sleeping in a former jail! I would highly recommend taking the tour they offer every day at 11am. The staff was very friendly, professional and helpful. It is really close to rideau center (shopping) and byward market
Carina, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

I can not believe I paid the same price as a normal hotel for a dirty place smelling of urine and echoing any noise anyone makes. I really regret my mistake and spent a horrible night there.
Marzieh, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Garrett, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

If you are female select a jail cell where you have only one other person in the room with you.That side of the hostel is female only not congested quiet and cleaner.If you are unlucky and find yourself in a mixed dorm insist on a room with curtains for your own sanity.The all female rooms with 8 people or more are to be avoided because there is just one shower and toilet unless you do not mind going to a different floor to have your shower.They have modern cubicles made of wood instead of curtains not the best if you are claustrophobic and it is a wooden box with no place to hang anything like your towel and in case of emergency like fire quite scary.The free breakfast is ok but need to improve on bagel quality and the toaster does not really toast the bread just warms it up.
Fiona, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Unberable on hot days
My only trouble was that it was a hot day and there was no AC or fan in the room. It was almost unbearable to be in the room.
Sumit, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice place.
Angelo, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

If you are female make sure you stay in the jail cell where you have only one other person .That side is cleaner and quieter.If you find yourself in the mixed dorm insist on a room with curtains for your own sanity.The all female rooms where there is 8 people are to be avoided.There is only one shower for three rooms each with 8 females it was not fun waiting for a shower.Settle for the 10 people dorm there is at least 3showers.The modern cubicles where you are literally in a cube made of wood instead of curtains terrified me .Am claustrophobic and not sure what happens if there is a fire
Fiona, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good location and clean.
Ling Li, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

massong, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The place to be for backpackers in Ottawa
massong, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Krzysztof, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Zahra, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Vincent, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

David, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

the signage that described some of the history of the building. also the graphics where awesome.
Daniel, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great hostel! Stayed on 4th floor in prisoner cell. I did had nightmare in the night but still it is a great and unique experience.
Yijing, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

I booked a cell and was expecting there to be a twin bed, but those prisoners didn't have the space for a twin so the matrass was actually a single. Be sure to use earplugs as there isn't much sound insulation (I had a major snoring dude nearby...) The shower and bathrooms were clean. The breakfast was good and included bagels (plus cream cheese, butter jam and peanut butter) , hard-boiled eggs, cereal, cantaloupe, oranges apples and coffee! The highlight of the hostel was the jail tour, fascinating! (be sure to tip!)
David, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lindsey, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Hazine, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Pretty good for a hostel. Felt safe
Paul, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Haben, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review