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Set in a restored jailhouse, this Ottawa hostel is adjacent to the Ottawa Convention Center and Rideau Center Mall. It features rooms with free Wi-Fi and serves a daily continental breakfast. With unique styles and hardwood floors, all rooms at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel have access to shared bathrooms. Each morning guests can enjoy a breakfast consisting of fruits, cereal, bagels, milk, coffee, tea and juice. Lockers and linens/towels are provided at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel. Guests can relax in the common lounge and watch cable TV or read a book from the on-site library. The University of Ottawa and Chateau Des Charmes Wines are both 1.2 mi from the hostel. Casino du Lac Leamy is 10 minutes’ drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Ottawa, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!

Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews
Review score
Guest review summary
This is an automated summary based on 894 reviews from the past 12 months.
Guests loved the unique <b>location</b> of the accommodation, which is central and close to attractions. <b>Breakfast</b> was appreciated for its variety. The staff received praise for their helpfulness. <b>Cleanliness</b> was noted positively. However, room soundproofing was a concern, with noise being a frequent issue.
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Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
9.0
High score for Ottawa
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ané
    Canada Canada
    Best hotel I've ever stayed in, hands down. Highly recommend to anyone traveling thru Ottawa!
  • Kenramarok
    France France
    I love the experience staying in a former prison. Great location with lots of restaurants and shops around, even a mall for shopping lovers. I highly recommend
  • Shane
    Canada Canada
    I like it because it's located downtown and very affordable for a solo traveler.
  • Sheila
    Canada Canada
    Great value for money with clean facilities, bedding, and towels. Wonderful location for Ottawa city centre. Light sleepers may want good ear-plugs or a white noise App. which worked wonders for me.
  • G
    Guyne
    Canada Canada
    The visit of the hotel because it used to be a jail long time ago. I like the breakfast every morning They kept my luggage in a safe place Free wifi
  • Anna
    Canada Canada
    I stayed in a single cell room which was just as expected and described. I liked the mattress and a little shelf with night light and a USB port. Noise was not an issue at all. Breakfast was reasonably good given the price, and hot water was...
  • Patricia
    Canada Canada
    Location/parking/theme/quiet/friendly and knowledgeable staff/very safe
  • Tara
    Canada Canada
    Staying in jail hostel was very interesting experience in itself. Hostel is also in walking distance of parliament and the neighborhood with most nightlife.
  • Kyria
    United States of America United States of America
    The staff was very friendly and it was very fun to spend the night in jail. There is free breakfast but it does not start until 7 so unfortunately, I had a bus to catch and could not attend. The WiFi was good and it even worked in my cell, which...
  • Roshin
    Canada Canada
    Very centrally located, breakfast and hang out spaces were a big plus. You can also use the kitchen downstairs to prepare and store quick meals if you have a longer stay. The 10 person room that I stayed in had its own toilet and sink which was...

Area info

Amenities of Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Activities

  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Bar crawls
  • Hiking
    Off-site

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible) and costs CAD 20 per day.

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Lockers
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms

General

  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages Spoken

  • Danish
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Portuguese

House rules
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 4:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Birth certificates, SIN cards and Ontario Health Cards are not accepted as valid ID upon check-in.

Please note this property does not allow third party bookings.

The credit card used at the time of the booking must be presented by the cardholder upon check in.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

  • Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel is 2,300 feet from the center of Ottawa. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Bar crawls
    • Movie nights
    • Walking tours

  • The prices at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.