Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

I recently stayed at this unique hostel, which was converted from a former prison, and I was absolutely fascinated by my experience here. This hostel offers something truly different and remarkable.The first thing that captivated me was the atmosphere, which combines the historical aura of the prison with the comfort and coziness of modern accommodation. Every corner of the hostel reflects its history, creating a truly unique ambiance.However, I would like to specifically mention our tour guide, the dude who led the tour of the hostel. His deep knowledge of the history and his passion for storytelling about the prison's past made the tour truly captivating.

Just returned from 2 nights at the Ittawa Jail hostel.Excellent location, staff are amazing, 24 hr reception. We stayed in a room with a private bathroom and it was very comfortable.This place is truly a must for paranormal enthusiasts.Will definitely be returning!

The price and & location is great! Very clean and the staff are great. We stayed in bunk bed room for two adults and the space was sufficient and bunk beds very comfortable. Would definitely recommend and will be definitely back!

This hostel is the best! I had a single room for a night. The room wasn't too spacious but very clean and the bed was comfortable. The staff was always soo nice and helpful and I could store my luggage before and after my stay for the day. They had bagels, cereal and fruits for breakfast. The location couldn't be better, as it is very close to public transport and downtown. The only thing to have in mind is that the doors are bars on the top and the bottom, so you have a lot of privacy, but you can hear people walking in the hallways. If you are a light sleeper bring earplugs. Over all 10/10♡

Unique, but interesting experience. Cell mattress very comfortable, and I liked the cotton sheets and towel. And compared to the outdoor heat, the high-ceiling cell was naturally cool! Staff helpful, breakfast good. The natural oasis in the front, with the sturdy picnic tables, was also a treat. And it was all so clean! Well done - I have told my friends!

What a fantastic stay I had here! The staff were wonderful, the room (cell) was clean and they had a wonderful breakfast to add to your stay. I recommend you do some research on the history of the jail before you go, it’s very interesting and it makes you appreciate your stay all the more. Highly recommend it!

Check-in and check-out process was efficient, and staff were friendly and helpful. Bedding was comfortable, but didn’t manage to sleep much due to acoustics of the room and floor; sound from snoring from nearby cells, people walking/talking along the corridor seems to be amplified. Common shower areas are clean and water pressure is strong, a couple of hooks behind the door/ on the wall would be helpful to hang clothes/towel. Breakfast was simple but quite good quality and filling; bagels with spreads, fruits, cereal and eggs.

Very cool place to stay, despite its cruel history! The tour provided with Simon was interesting and made you be very happy not to have lived in these days! Very nice staff, very clean rooms and showers, comfortable beds. Under reconstruction at our visit so there were inconveniences here and there, but nevertheless I can recommend. It’s quite expensive and so we just stayed one night.

A piece of history you can stay in without breaking the bank.The staff are all very polite and helpful and all your basic amenities will be taken care of. The rooms are clean but tiny, as they used to be jail cells. I believe you can upgrade to stay in the guards' quarters if you're feeling too claustrophobic.The only drawback of this converted prison is that it was designed for sound to travel far and be amplified. Makes sense for a jail, but not so much for a hostel. If you're a light sleeper you might want to look elsewhere if ear plugs aren't enough. It would have been tolerable if not for the construction that started 7am on a Saturday when I was there.Included with your stay is a standard continental breakfast (dont worry, it's not gruel) and a historical tour. The tour is very interesting as the building has a very controversial and notorious past.All in all it is good value for the price! I'd definitely stay again when the construction is finished

Thank you for the pleasant stay. The place is really well organized, beds are comfortable and the overall mood is really special and fun. Door rooms could be less noisy and I thought it was a bit expensive for a hostel, but apart from that it was a really nice experience!