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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
Twin Room (Twin Cell,1 Bunk Bed,Shared Bathroom)
1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 6 Bed Women only, Shared Bathroom
Building design
Courtyard
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel offers a welcoming retreat in Downtown Ottawa with a garden and terrace for relaxing. Travelers can use the WiFi, browse newspapers, and rent bikes to explore the city. Past guests consistently praise the staff for their helpfulness.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €65
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

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
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Fridge
Microwave
Kitchen island
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
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
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
75 Nicholas Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N7B9

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

  • ‪JOEY Rideau - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dining Hall - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Purdys Chocolatier - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪3 Brothers Shawarma And Poutine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bridgehead - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

Hostel near University of Ottawa
Near Rogers Centre Ottawa and Byward Market Square, Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel provides a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Bike hire, self-parking (surcharge) and free newspapers
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
  • ATM/banking services, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel boast comforts such as free WiFi and kitchen islands. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens with fridges, microwaves and ovens
  • Stovetops, cookware/dishes/utensils and kitchen islands

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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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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

  • Self-parking fee: CAD 20.00 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen 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

Is Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 12 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel on 2 Nov 2025 start from €65.39, 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.

How much is parking at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel?

Self-parking is available for CAD 20.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel located?

Located in Downtown Ottawa, this hostel is steps away from Rideau Centre, Rideau Canal and University of Ottawa. Rogers Centre Ottawa and Byward Market Square are also within 15 minutes. Rideau Station is only a 4-minute walk and uOttawa Station is 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 423 out of 946 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 946 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 946 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 946 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 946 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and generous breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

RXCobra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela Aurora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The space worked out for me and the students
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

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

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for a quick stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Liked: Amenities
Very quaint place - lots of character!! They’ve kept just enough of the old facility to give you the sense of actually being in a jail, but everything else is modern. Ample kitchen space and dining areas. Very very clean - spotless!! Very comfortable place to stay. I had the 2 person room with bunk beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Vidyoot

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a little too warm. But it was still a nice stay! :)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is right downtown
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rajah

Liked: Staff & service
A bit of noise in the corridor and room cooling was overdone otherwise very oleasant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a fun experience! Very clean and the staff is so friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosaly

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

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

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

10/10 Excellent

Sylvie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the history of the building
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

8/10 Good

Laila

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It was an interesting stay. Affordable and reasonable considering it is a jail hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alireza

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

10/10 Excellent

Jinesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved having access to full working kitchen to cook in. The bunk bed mattresses were very comfortable and the tour guide ( Simon) excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed Muzamil Haaji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice place to crash at night and see the city during the day.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shogo

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

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for the budget. Good experience. Minimalist but excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
fantastic experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

Gok Asi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love that there’s someone available 24/7 since my flight was delayed for a few hours and I arrived at 2am. Very clean and tidy rooms and bathrooms! Shower is warm and water pressure is pretty good too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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