Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.5

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About this property

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.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

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

Property highlights

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

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet

  • Private Parking Available On Site

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1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 twin bed
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1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Laura
United States United States
“The staff was great. The history of the place was amazing. I loved that each cell room had an informational placard about an inmate who had been there. The cells are so small that I was impressed with what they were able to do with them. Bags fit...”
Jeannette
United States United States
“Generous breakfast with choice of cold cereals, bagels, boiled eggs and fruit.”
Sheril
Canada Canada
“The location, the cleanliness and the overall experience was positive.”
Christine
Canada Canada
“Included tour. Fantastic breakfast. Welcoming when I arrived early morning at 6am and was able to come in to the safety of the dining area/living room. Luggage storage very helpful.”
Duran
United States United States
“The place was really spacious, attentive to our needs, had great accommodations, was in perfect distance to whatever you wanted to do, see, experience, the sleeping arrangements were awesome, the entire staff was amazing, knowledgeable, friendly...”
Maria
United States United States
“It was fun to stay in a jail cell. They have a nice kitchen where you can prepare almost any meal. Everything is very clean and newly renovated. The staff were very nice as well. I would recommend. I was only going stay for two nights and stayed...”
Daryna
Canada Canada
“Very nice, clean and great for 1-2 nights. Great breakfast!”
Garybedell
Canada Canada
“There is a great vibe here and the cleanliness is very good. I was also impressed with the breakfast. The Ottawa Jail Hostel offers a unique experience. The location is superb, close to everything. I met some great people, which added so much to...”
Edivio
Brazil Brazil
“Very interesting and exotic place. Very nice tour inside the building telling the build history's.”
Kateryna
Canada Canada
“a really good experience. downtown ottawa, close to the attractions, public transport and malls. everything was clean, good breakfast. a perfect place for staying for one night or for backpackers”

Area info

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.
Groups
When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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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.