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Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

2.0 star property

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Exterior
Living area
Breakfast buffet
Building design
Courtyard

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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75 Nicholas Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N7B9
  • Place, Rideau Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rideau Canal
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Ottawa
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 Single Bed (Authentic Jail Cell (3x9) Shared Bath) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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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)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Double Room (Dbl Jail Cell, 1 Dbl Bed, Shared Bath) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

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

Double Room, 1 Double Bed (with Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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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 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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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)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About this property

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Rideau Canal
Self parking, concierge services and dry cleaning are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk and a computer station are on-site.
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel offers 30 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Rideau Canal. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus dry cleaning service and concierge services.
  • Free WiFi
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Rideau Canal and University of 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.

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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets 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

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

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
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.
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

  • 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

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 452 out of 987 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 335 out of 987 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 987 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 987 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 987 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

4/10 Poor

Abdul

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela Aurora

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

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

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

8/10 Good

Rajah

Business traveller
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

Anastasiia

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ossoui Léonce

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

10/10 Excellent

Mina

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

Tamara s

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cool spot for needing a one night stay it was safe, clean comfortable, and yes, tiny
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

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really unique place, love the facts all around to make the place almost interactive.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alireza

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

2/10 Terrible

Derinet

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

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhixin

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 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

Rosaly

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

10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nischal

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shogo

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

8/10 Good

Haley

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

sadaf

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025