75 Nicholas Street
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1 night, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
1 night, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
“) Location couldn't be better if you are in Ottawa for shopping, nightlife, or c…”
“In the middle of the town ,walking distance the public transportation , square m…”
“That they served breakfast in the morning”
“Breakfast was very generous as long as you don't get there late (ie 10am”
“The service people are ok”
“Good location and great parking next to hostel”
“The bed was comfy and the space was nice to relax in”
“The Room felt like a prison, exactly what I signed up for :) + You can deposit …”
“Everything was very clean”
“Friendly staff, clean premises, other guests were courteous”
“Wi-Fi was good”
“3)Access to personal private booths for internet study etc 4)Authentic jail and…”
Set in a restored jailhouse, this Ottawa hostel is adjacent to the Ottawa Convention Centre and Rideau Centre 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 2 km from the hostel. Casino du Lac Leamy is 10 minutes’ drive away.
Majiyda
solo_traveller
May 29, 2026
That they served breakfast in the morning
Gena
solo_traveller
May 29, 2026
“The jail hostel is a great base to do most activities”
The bed was comfy and the space was nice to relax in. Temperature was nice. Everything was very clean. Breakfast was very generous as long as you don't get there late (ie 10am.) Location couldn't be better if you are in Ottawa for shopping, nightlife, or culture. Nearby restaurants also good. The jail tour was great.
Pacita
solo_traveller
May 27, 2026
“Perfect for the adventure, you can start from the hostel.the story , the unique of the place 😊”
In the middle of the town ,walking distance the public transportation , square market, parliament etc.
Wu
couple
May 27, 2026
It's a real jail modified hotel. If you want paly a croser is ok. The service people are ok.
Glen
solo_traveller
May 27, 2026
The Room felt like a prison, exactly what I signed up for :) + You can deposit your bag/suitcase even after checkout + The breakfast, while not that big, offered the essentials
Thomas
solo_traveller
May 27, 2026
“Love Jail Hostel”
Friendly staff, clean premises, other guests were courteous. Showers and bathrooms were always extremely clean. Breakfast was better than some hotels, even.
shamsiddin
extended_group
May 26, 2026
Location
lisa
couple
May 26, 2026
“Great value Ottawa stay.”
Unusual and quirky place. Good location and great parking next to hostel. Really comfy bed. Great staff.
Marie-pascale
solo_traveller
May 25, 2026
Comfortable bed, cool concept, convenient location, friendly bar crawl
Tanjina
solo_traveller
May 25, 2026
“Location was very good and worth of money.”
The creative way of building adaptation was amazing.
Thodoros
solo_traveller
May 23, 2026
“A mixed experience”
It's a repurposed jail, which is something unique and fun! Clearly thought has been put into it, to preserve the original character while offering a nice experience. The location is also great, right at the centre of Ottawa, and most of the staff were super pleasant to engage with. Wi-Fi was good. I enjoyed the tour of the place, our guide was excellent!
Shin
solo_traveller
May 22, 2026
“A very cool place to stay that has an interesting history.”
The location of the hostel is fantastic - a few minutes to the Rideau Centre, the Byward Market, the transportation, etc. The staff were friendly and helpful, and great choice at breakfast. Tours of the hostel were given frequently, and overall, a great place to be. :)
Richard
solo_traveller
May 20, 2026
“Good”
Location
Michael
solo_traveller
May 18, 2026
“Adequate and convenient.”
Perfect location, friendly staff.
Arnold1111
couple
May 17, 2026
“Best Jail Stay We've Ever Had”
Great place to stay, quirky, super clean and comfortable. The Jail had so many original features and info boards about hiw the jail functioned. We had a double cell, which had a small corner table and 2 bedside shelves. We thought it might be noisy at night, but it wasn't, just a little street noise from the road outside. Our stay included breakfast which included hot and cold options. Would highly recommend staying,
Sathish Kadarla
solo_traveller
May 16, 2026
My recent stay was exceptionally comfortable, and the location proved to be highly convenient. The staff demonstrated remarkable friendliness, and the housekeeping services were exemplary. Furthermore, the breakfast offerings were truly outstanding.
Ayub
solo_traveller
May 16, 2026
Location
Edith
solo_traveller
May 15, 2026
“It was a great experience”
It is centrally located, and that made movement easy for me. The breakfast was awesome, lots of variety.
Audu
solo_traveller
May 13, 2026
I enjoy the breakfast indeed it was delicious.
Vincent Lobo
solo_traveller
May 13, 2026
“Excellent historic and location not just for bragging rights”
1)Excellent included breakfast:They served a great selection eggs, toast, potatoes, juice, coffee etc and they offered it for a gracious period 730am-1030am! 2)Recommend internal 1.5hr tour via (Simon excellent) guide with historical and continually revealling facts of real jail conditions and truths. 3)Access to personal private booths for internet study etc 4)Authentic jail and original status quo building
Hiking, Pub crawls, Movie nights, Walking tours
Laundry room
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Board games/puzzles
Breakfast options
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Heating, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Garden, Terrace
Parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Street parking, Accessible parking
Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Concierge service, Lockers, Daily housekeeping, 24-hour front desk, Laundry, Luggage storage
Experience a once-in-a-lifetime stay in an authentic jail cell with a double bed that recreates the conditions faced by inmates. Fresh linens and towels included. Shared bathroom, breakfast included, and a free historical tour of the jail. Plus, enjoy access to common areas, including a fully equipped kitchen.
The double room provides air conditioning and parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Experience a once-in-a-lifetime stay in an authentic jail cell with a bunk bed that recreates the conditions faced by inmates. Fresh linens and towels included. Shared bathroom, breakfast included, and a free historical tour of the jail. Plus, enjoy access to common areas, including a fully equipped kitchen.
Experience a once-in-a-lifetime stay in an authentic jail cell (3’ x 9’) with a single bed that recreates the conditions faced by inmates. Fresh linens and towels included. Shared bathroom, breakfast included, and a free historical tour of the jail. Plus, enjoy access to common areas, including a fully equipped kitchen.
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