In Downtown Ottawa, Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel offers a charming retreat with a garden and terrace. Connect to WiFi, unwind with newspapers, and enjoy bike rentals. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
24/7 front desk
Laundry facilities
Parking available
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Main amenities
Daily housekeeping
Self parking
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Garden
Computer station
ATM/banking services
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Multilingual staff
Concierge services
Picnic area
Feel at home
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Barbecue grill(s)
The current price is ₹5,909
₹5,909
₹7,012 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Room options
View all photos for 1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 4 Bed Mixed, Shared Bathroom
1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 4 Bed Mixed, Shared Bathroom
Highlights
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Kitchen island
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)
Highlights
Refrigerator
Microwave
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Kitchen island
Oven
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bunk Bed
View all photos for 1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 10 Bed Mixed, Shared Bathroom
1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 10 Bed Mixed, Shared Bathroom
Highlights
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Kitchen island
Oven
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed
View all photos for Double Room (Dbl Jail Cell, 1 Dbl Bed, Shared Bath)
Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station) - 5 min drive
Ottawa Station - 5 min drive
Ottawa Fallowfield Station - 21 min drive
Rideau Station - 4 min walk
UOttawa Station - 10 min walk
Parliament Station - 13 min walk
Restaurants
The Shore Club - 6 min walk
Bridgehead - 5 min walk
Tim Hortons - 4 min walk
Poulet Rouge - 4 min walk
Bourbon St. Grill - 4 min walk
About this property
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Rideau Canal and University of Ottawa. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Rideau Station is 4 minutes and uOttawa Station is 10 minutes.
Languages
Danish, English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
30 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 17
Check-out time is 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 17
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
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.
Parking
Self parking costs CAD 20.00 per day
Policies
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.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Does Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel?
Yes. Self parking costs CAD 20.00 per day. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Casino du Lac Leamy (8-min drive) and Rideau Carleton Raceway (19-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel and nearby?
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel like?
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel is in Downtown Ottawa, a short 4-minute walk from Rideau Station and 2 minutes' walk from University of Ottawa.
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
2 February 2025
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
16 January 2025
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
7 January 2025
Worst
Not good. Heat of room was not working. Too cold. As well as there was radiator of heater which have sound. We asked receptionist. They said it is not working good and will be ok till midnight but it was same till morning
Vansh
Vansh, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 January 2025
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
29 December 2024
Super clean and great value
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
29 December 2024
Great value
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 December 2024
Nuitée en prison
Belle expérience et dépaysement.
Fred-Eric
Fred-Eric, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 November 2024
Shozo
Shozo, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
9 November 2024
Kamila
Kamila, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 November 2024
Great place to stay. And a bit different from the usual hostel's.
stephen
stephen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 November 2024
It's a really nice place to stay for a couple of nights, I was greeted very warmly and everything was explained in a clear way. It's also good that there is breakfast.
Thank you for the great atmosphere and good experience.
Kseniia
Kseniia, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 November 2024
Cool and respect
Francis
Francis, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 November 2024
Cindy
Cindy, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 November 2024
It’s my first time staying in a hostel and to be honest I was skeptical about it. Especially since it’s downtown Ottawa, but to my surprise there wasn’t any junkies inside the hostel even for its location, the space was clean and warm. Staff super polite and informative. I stayed in the all female portion and it was great. You can do your laundry, use the kitchen and even have a little living room to share and meet people. The location is great too .
Jojo
Jojo, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 October 2024
will use again
Nanette
Nanette, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 October 2024
great hostel with interesting history
Nanette
Nanette, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 October 2024
Wonderful place for short term, nice people and great experience.
Raphael
Raphael, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 October 2024
Good experience for staying in the jail and affordable.
Natsumi
Natsumi, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 October 2024
This is my second stay at Saintlo and I loved it!
Manaswini
Manaswini, 3-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 October 2024
Perfect location and cheap: all I need !
Clara
Clara, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
17 October 2024
Mediocre hostel with a “haunted” twist making it an interesting experience with below average customer service.
Noman
Noman, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
13 October 2024
Jailed but you have a key
Nice place with interesting history.
Very affordable with breakfast. Clean. Friendly staff. Sleeping was a bit difficult lots of sirens during my stay as well as early morning construction accros the way. But for the experience worth the stay.
terrrance
terrrance, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 October 2024
Very nice place! Staff is very welcoming , well
Informed of the history of the place , don’t remember the name of the guy but the British guy when the extra mile with the place information . The breakfast is excellent and the area very clean . I see myself going again .