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Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

2.0 star property
Historic downtown hostel puts travelers in the heart of Ottawa's vibrant culture, with easy bike access to Shaw Centre and Byward Market Square.

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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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 8 Bed Mixed, Shared Bathroom

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

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Twin Room (Twin Cell,1 Bunk Bed,Shared Bathroom) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

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

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

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed (with Bathroom) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 1 Double Bed (with Bathroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 6 Bed Women only, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 8 Bed Women only, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 8 Bed Women only, Shared Bathroom

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

Deluxe Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Ottawa, Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel is in the city center. National Arts Centre and Canadian Museum of History are cultural highlights, or if an activity is on the agenda, check out Nordik Spa-Nature. Check out an event or a game at TD Place Stadium, and consider making time for Elgin Street, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Ottawa travel guide
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75 Nicholas Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N7B9

What's nearby

  • EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018
    Rideau Centre
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rideau Canal
    Rideau Canal
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ottawa_UniversityofOttawa_502206-12
    University of Ottawa
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018
    Rogers Centre Ottawa
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Byward Market Square
    Byward Market Square
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Dining Hall
    2 min walk
  • The Highlander Pub
    4 min walk
  • Shanghai 360
    3 min walk
  • Poulet Rouge
    3 min walk
  • 3 Brothers Shawarma And Poutine
    4 min walk

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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 transportation

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not 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

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

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, a fire extinguisher, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Frequently asked questions

Is Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel located?

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

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 522 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1015 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Full kitchen, great location, impressively cleaned and maintained. 100% would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great hostel! Clean, quiet and the breakfast spread was plentiful. You also can’t beat the location. I will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a good place to stay and excellent breakfast and good location quite near to mall and restaurants, however I saw something crawling in my bed in the morning (not really sure what was that thou)
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast, good location, affordable stay and fun visit
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a neat experience
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and surprisingly quiet (I mean, it *was * a Tuesday night in Ottawa). I had the best night’s sleep I’ve had in ages! Bathrooms were clean too. Staff very helpful. And staying in a converted gaol is very cool. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amisi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is friendly and very helpful. Great atmosphere and unique place to stay. Easy parking option for a fee. Very well located. Included breakfast was appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Once you get over the bit of shock of seeing the property in person this is a LOVELY stay! Super quiet, comfortable enough, very safe. It will push your comfort level just a bit but I had a eye mask with headphones built in and had a wonderful sleep. Just a note that there is no elevator- so be aware of your mobility level. Great stay as a single person going to a conference.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy and secure. Tour was interesting.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci-Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The kitchen, rooms, bathrooms and shower were always clean. A small fan was at the head of the bed and definitely a life saver for keeping things cool and the air moving. Parking was on site, code access only and felt safe. The on site breakfast hit the spot with fresh fruit options.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The building was well preserved and had a deep, interesting history. The staff was kind and personable, I appreciate that they organize a variety of community events (I attended one and made friends-- would recommend you check something out!).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast was great! Cell was fun! Ghosts were friendly! Staff was to infinity and beyond! Loved my stay. Showers maybe provide tiny slippers.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guangyao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice staff, free breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lumei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room，kind staff，interest tour and nice breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff. Clean room, clean washrooms. Nice kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

manon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent 😊😊😊clean, great breakfast, parking available, best tour ever....i would really recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

CLAIRE-ANNE

Liked: Cleanliness
The experience was Fantastic 10/10. Front desk were friendly and were helpful , when we explained someone had parked in our parking spot so we had to park in someone else's (I'm sure that was a real mess at the end of the day ). Breakfast was ample with fresh fruit , cereal, bagels hash browns eggs, and a decent coffee . The cell was clean , sheets were clean . Quiet time was to be 11 pm -9 am . Ding ding ding 2/10.......people were really loud talking ect in the hallways started at 4:30 am and no regard for people trying to sleep . Read the signs people and think of others , I would recommend this hostel for the experience but bring ear plugs
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Zeeshan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean, and the staff was great. Although, I found that the halls could get a little noisy at night, and you even hear low sounds of other talking at a distance because the cell doors had holes in them. Other than that, I had a very comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It was freezing cold. Slept with my toque on and was still cold. Bathroom was even colder. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and washrooms. Staff welcoming. Fun experience!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Clean and well-maitained property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025