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Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near University of Ottawa in Ottawa

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Exterior
Courtyard
Building design
1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 6 Bed Women only, Shared Bathroom
Twin Room (Twin Cell,1 Bunk Bed,Shared Bathroom)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

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Map
75 Nicholas Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N7B9
  • University of Ottawa
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Byward Market Square
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Parliament Hill
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • 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)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk 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)
  • 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)

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

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed (with Bathroom)

Double Room, 1 Double Bed (with Bathroom)

  • 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

  • 4 bedrooms
  • 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

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

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

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

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 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
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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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
(2 reviews)
  • 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)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Ottawa

Heart of Ottawa.At this Downtown Ottawa hostel, you'll be well placed to visit Rideau Canal and University of Ottawa, both within a 5-minute walk. Also, Byward Market Square is within half a mile (1 km) and Parliament Hill is within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rideau Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 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
  • Parliament Hill - 10 min walk - 0.9 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

  • ‪The Shore Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bridgehead - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dining Hall - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Poulet Rouge - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

Hostel near University of Ottawa in Ottawa
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 is 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. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Danish, English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (CAD 20 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

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 available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property 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 each 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

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 391 out of 896 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 311 out of 896 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 896 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 896 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 896 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

10/10 Excellent

Oleh

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place in downtown, good price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shuyue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is definitely amazing place. Nice staff, nice breakfast, nice room. Absolutely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

XUAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Recommend, clean bed, free breakfast and jail tour.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALAN

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

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Pierre

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

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oleksandr

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

Unexpectedly good!

Nice and clean, authentic, very convenient location right in downtown. Single-person rooms are just a bed's size but you actually don't need more! There is a shared space and kitchen which are nice and clean too. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Vishrut

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was great! As soon as a person woke us up in the morning yelling “Death to Americans” they then kicked him out after breakfast. There were babies 👶 there and it was absolutely necessary!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina Gama

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Angelita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place is accessible. Sad to say, the shower in the floor was out of order and the kitchen staff don’t show up on Saturday.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Dilli

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbas

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Pierre

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

10/10 Excellent

Rio, Tokyo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location was excellent! Since it was originally jail I truly felt like a prisoner I became friends with my roommates and had a great stay:)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always have a comfortable time here. Very female and family friendly. They added kiwis to the breakfast recently woooh that was such a great surprise. Stag is always kind and loving. Always clean, overall just amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Ruksar

Business traveller
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic bed, blanket and light are only provided.Good for spending only night.Not worth of price.uncomfortable and inconvenient.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jérôme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuvraj

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia A

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

harmeed

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller, Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Y
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025