Saintlo Ottawa Jail HostelvsAndaz Ottawa ByWard Market
Both properties are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, HI Ottawa Jail Hostel scores significantly higher than Andaz Ottawa Byward Market. HI Ottawa Jail Hostel comes in at 82 with recommendations from 6 reviewers including Rough Guide, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel
75 Nicholas St, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
From $26/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundy Room
- Smoking Rooms
- Multilingual
Frommer's
"Although the space is cramped and the beds are narrow, the experience will be authentic." Full review
Insight Guides
"In what was formerly the Carleton County Jail (1862-1972), this is an excellent downtown location for budget accommodation. ."
Fodor's
"In the former Carleton County Jail, this hostel is certainly the most unique place to stay in Ottawa." Full review
Rough Guide
"Ottawa’s old prison has been converted into an HI hostel with guests sleeping in former cells, complete with bars on the windows, in six- or eight-bed dorms, twin cells and double rooms."
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This quirky hostel occupies nine floors of the 155-year-old former Ottawa Jail, considered to be one of the city's most haunted buildings." Full review
Gayot
"Hostel aficionados will appreciate the unique experience offered in this 150-year-old former jail."
Andaz Ottawa ByWard Market
325 Dalhousie Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1N7G1, Canada
From $108/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
The Telegraph
8.0
"Canada’s first Andaz is a bright addition to the hip ByWard Market area." Full review
Wallpaper
"Natural, local materials such as oak panelling and grey stone floors meanwhile, form an understated backdrop for bold colours and textures in richly patterned rugs and copper accents." Full review
Michelin Guide
"The Ottawa version has a particularly desirable address, conveniently set among a plethora of cafés, bistros, galleries and adorable shops...guest rooms are sleeker and plusher than you might expect" Full review