EN
Sign up
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel reviews: vibe, bed bugs, prices | HostelPunk
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

Ottawa · Canada

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

Punk Score
35% SHIT
High confidence 5,424 reviews
Could still be good with enough luck and social skills, but not inherently social
2nd best in Ottawa
Book here:
Hostelworld from ≈$28
Booking.com HW prices from today

Vibe Analysis

A former jail turned hostel, with the prison setting left front and center. The building keeps its historic character, and there is a tour that adds context to the place. The location is central, with easy access to downtown Ottawa, the ByWard Market, Parliament, and nearby transit. Free breakfast is available, and the common areas are kept clean in a lot of stays. Rooms are very basic and can feel cramped. The cell-style layout means noise travels easily, hallway light can spill into the room at night, and some sleeping spaces feel very warm or very cold depending on the season. Some rooms have private bathrooms, while others use shared washrooms. There is parking, but it is paid.

Signals to check

  • Noise carries through the building easily, including corridor sound, door slams, and nearby traffic or construction. 3 mentions Last mentioned May 5, 2026
  • Hallway light can spill into cells at night, and some rooms have poor ventilation or temperature issues. 3 mentions Last mentioned May 23, 2026
  • Shared washrooms can feel crowded, and some floors have very few showers or toilets. 3 mentions Last mentioned Nov 15, 2025
  • Beds and rooms can feel small and basic, with limited storage in some spaces. 3 mentions Last mentioned Jun 10, 2026
  • Parking is paid. 3 mentions Last mentioned May 27, 2026

Spot something wrong?

Google Maps

Photos

Loading

Tags

Facilities

🍳 COOKER 👕 Laundry 🅿️ Parking 🍳 Free Breakfast
Other facilities (19)
Free City Maps Free WiFi Free Internet Access Free City Tour Free Luggage Storage Bicycle Parking Luggage Storage 24 Hour Reception Internet Access Wi-Fi Linen Included Towels Included Reading Light Hair Dryers Key Card Access 24 Hour Security Common Room Hot Showers Tea & Coffee Making Facilities

Unusual phrases

Over-mentioned compared with nearby hostels