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Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Rideau Canal

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Exterior
Building design
Breakfast buffet
Courtyard
Living area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec

Explore the area

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75 Nicholas Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N7B9
  • Place, Rideau Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rideau Canal
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Ottawa
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Fridge
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Kitchen island
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

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

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

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

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Double Room, 1 Double Bed (with Bathroom)

Double Room, 1 Double Bed (with Bathroom)

Highlights

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

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

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
4 bedrooms
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Kitchen island
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Kitchen island
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Kitchen island
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Ottawa

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel puts you in the heart of Ottawa, within steps of popular attractions like Rideau Canal and University of Ottawa. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a terrace and a garden. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this Downtown Ottawa hostel include Byward Market Square and Parliament Hill.
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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

  • Rideau Station - 4 min walk
  • Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station) - 5 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Purdys Chocolatier - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dining Hall - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bridgehead - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Poulet Rouge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪3 Brothers Shawarma And Poutine - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Rideau Canal
As a guest of Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Parking is available for a fee.

This Ottawa hostel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel offers 30 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (CAD 20 per day)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 17

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: CAD 20.00 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel?

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel?

As of 14 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel on 15 Dec 2025 start from AU$116.16, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel?

Yep, Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel has a self car park for CAD 20.00 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel?

No, Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 447 out of 980 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 333 out of 980 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 980 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 980 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 980 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Derinet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhixin

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Raha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The Neighbouring property was extremely noisy on Saturday night / Sunday morning, which affected our ability to sleep. Both mornings, other guests were very loud within the
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosaly

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome and unique
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nischal

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shogo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Haley

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

sadaf

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

clement

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Exequiel

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was my first time in a hostel. I really liked it's close location to areas I wanted to visit. I parked my car and walked for the majority of my time in Ottawa. I'm a light sleeper so someone coming into the room woke me up throughout the night but it's something I wasn't used to. Saintlo does offer a variety accommodations. Don't forget it's a converted jail, so that's pretty cool.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JIYE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is very clean and feels safe. Staff are friendly. Nice continental breakfast to get you started on your day. There are wall plaques with explanations of some of the jail’s unique features. One of these features is the “drum ceilings” which provided enhanced acoustics. The drawback for the hostel guests is that late party coming in at 3:00 AM cannot do so quietly. You can ask the front desk for ear plugs to get a better night’s sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

R. Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good people, good vibes. We loved it!

Really loved this place! It's so unique and what a fun experience. A true hostel, with all the fun, great vibes, good music and charming atmosphere. The offerings of a tour of the jail, plus a yummy breakfast were wonderful additions. It's been a while since I stayed in a hostel, but it was really fun, as always.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea, Maple ridge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at the hostel for two nights. Everything was fine: clean, quiet, the breakfast was sufficient, and the tour they offer is very interesting. In my opinion, it lacks restrooms because my room only had one, and it's usted it in other rooms. But was very good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

AmirHooshang

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Wies

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lori

Business traveller
1/2 hr to check in. I did not expect 8 flights of stairs 😢
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved how accessible it is to the city
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is next to the Hostel for $20 a night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025