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Ottawa Backpackers Inn

Property class: 2
Hostel near Parliament Hill in Ottawa

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Photo gallery for Ottawa Backpackers Inn

A cozy outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a sign for the Ottawa Backpackers Inn.
A narrow hallway with yellow walls, wooden flooring, and a patterned rug.
A dining area with a wooden table, two chairs, a small potted plant, and a television on a stand.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.
A dormitory room with bunk beds, a ceiling fan, and a green door in the background.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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203 York Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N 5T7
  • Place, University of Ottawa
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Rideau Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Byward Market Square
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Private Studio, 1 Single-over-Double Bunkbed and Sofabed

A bunk bed with a metal frame and a wooden headboard, a window with a view of the outside, and a door to the right.

Private Studio, 1 Single-over-Double Bunkbed and Sofabed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a wall-mounted picture.

Private Room, 1 Single Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A dormitory room with bunk beds, an exit sign, a ceiling fan, and windows with curtains.

10-Bed Shared Dormitory, 1 Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, a ceiling fan, and a wall with a flower painting.

8-Bed Shared Dormitory, 1 Bed

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

View all photos for 8-Bed Shared Dormitory, 1 Bed (Female Only)

A room with bunk beds, wooden flooring, a door with a red handle, and a wall with floral decorations.

8-Bed Shared Dormitory, 1 Bed (Female Only)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 6-Bed Shared Dormitory, 1 Bed

A bunk bed with two levels, each with a mattress and a blanket.

6-Bed Shared Dormitory, 1 Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A bunk bed room with a nightstand and a lamp.

4-Bed Shared Dormitory, 1 Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Private Room, 1 Double Bed

A bed with a plaid bedspread, a green pillow, and a black and white photograph on the wall.

Private Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Private Room, 2 Twin Bed

A small, single-bed room with a purple frame, a red carpet, a window with a plant, and a radiator.

Private Room, 2 Twin Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Private Room, 4 Beds

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wooden floor, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Private Room, 4 Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Private Room, 6 Beds

Two bunk beds with metal railings, a blue wall, and a window in the background.

Private Room, 6 Beds

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Private Triple Room

A bunk bed with a ladder, a window with curtains, and a green wall.

Private Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Ottawa

Downtown Ottawa stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Ottawa hostel, you'll find Byward Market Square and University of Ottawa. Rideau Centre and Embassy of the Republic of Philippines are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • University of Ottawa - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rideau Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Byward Market Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rideau Canal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Ottawa Station - 6 min drive
  • Rideau Station - 8 min walk
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪3 Brothers Shawarma And Poutine - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪El Camino - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪BeaverTails - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brigid's Well - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dallhousie PARKING - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ottawa Backpackers Inn

Hostel near Parliament Hill in Ottawa
As a guest of Ottawa Backpackers Inn, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room. WiFi is free in public spaces. Ottawa Backpackers Inn also features coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a television in a common area.

This Ottawa hostel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Ottawa Backpackers Inn offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with ceiling fans. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at Ottawa Backpackers Inn.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Ottawa Backpackers Inn to the airport?

Ottawa Backpackers Inn is 10.2 mi (17-min drive) away from the Ottawa International Airport (YOW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ottawa Backpackers Inn?

As of Aug 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ottawa Backpackers Inn on Sept 9, 2026 start from CA $95, excluding 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.

Does Ottawa Backpackers Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ottawa Backpackers Inn.

Does Ottawa Backpackers Inn offer free breakfast?

Ottawa Backpackers Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ottawa Backpackers Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Casino du Lac Leamy (7-min drive) and Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa (20-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Ottawa Backpackers Inn?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ottawa Backpackers Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Ottawa Backpackers Inn have a pool?

Ottawa Backpackers Inn does not have a pool.

Does Ottawa Backpackers Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Ottawa Backpackers Inn to downtown Ottawa?

Ottawa Backpackers Inn is 0.9 mi away from Ottawa.

Ottawa Backpackers Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 362 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 362 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 362 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 362 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 362 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kulbir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place, value for money.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Promit

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot water, clean beds, good location. Very good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

DIANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, cleaned and organised place to stay, the people is marvellous, and it was exactly what I needed. A safe place to sleep and park, so I can walk the entire day in uptown Ottawa. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Augurio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very accommodating & helpful to any questions you may have. The livingroom area, kitchen, toilet , bathroom & bedroom I am in were kept very clean. The location is very close to everything: Rideau Shopping Center & Byward Market. A very convenient place to stay in for your next staycation.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Azeezat

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is clean and the staffs were helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a hostel and for a hostel, it was GREAT! Super clean, super friendly, relatively comfortable spaces (okay, the beds are definitely hostel grade), with the ability to make your own meals if you want, and connect with lots of people in common spaces if you want. The staff were incredibly friendly - very forgiving when I couldn't open the (very simple) door and very helpful for showing me all the things around the location. The location is quite central too. As a head's up, it was fine for me to arrive at 9.40pm and feel relatively safe but there is a significant homeless population in the area, so as a single female traveller, I would suggest aiming for a daylight arrival time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is courteous and it's so convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Malka

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were great, but the property is a little run down. The doors dont unlock easily, so you are kind of stuck outside the room dwindling with the lock. Overall, check-in and check-out was easy. Beds are also very small, I am a small girl and they were small for me.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, great accomodation
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Seyedamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice and cozy place with professional staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kanae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and staffs were so kind. It’s convenient for sightseeing spots which is good for travelers.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great location, everything else was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lukas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most down to earth accommodation in Ottawa. Feels homey, in the best ways.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The staff was friendly, the location was good for what we needed, and it was more affordable than a hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe were one of the friendliest, and he atmosphere was homey…would recommend this place and i would stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place Can walk or take the bus any where from and to there. Affordable and confortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jinseok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was an unique experience to stay in this place for a week.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Parvez

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Place for coexistance.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Been here before nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Farrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to stay downtown Ottawa
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
best hostel ever!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
love the location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mohamad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place very friendly stuff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was exactly as described. The staff are incredibly friendly as well as the other guests. It had a very homely feel which I loved.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always great service and everything
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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