ARC The HotelvsSaintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel
ARC The Hotel and HI Ottawa Jail Hostel are both rated highly by writers. Overall, HI Ottawa Jail Hostel ranks slightly better than ARC The Hotel. HI Ottawa Jail Hostel ranks #4 in Ottawa with positive reviews from 6 sources such as Fodor's, Frommer's and Insight Guides.
ARC The Hotel
140 Slater Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5H6, Canada
From $77/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Aiming to blend efficiency with luxury, this is one of the few properties in Ottawa to have adopted the boutique approach." Full review
Insight Guides
"One of Ottawa's stylish designer hotels, in the heart of Downtown. ."
Lonely Planet
"Arc is a savvy boutique hotel with 112 minimal-yet-elegant rooms; call it low-key, muted and restfully hip." Full review
Fodor's
"Luxury and attention to detail are paramount in this ultrahip boutique hotel, from the complimentary daily shoe-shines to personalized business cards." Full review
Rough Guide
"Medium-sized designer hotel in a handy downtown location, with minimalist decor and a sharp decorative theme."
Jetsetter
"Boutique oasis in Ottawa’s cultural and political district with a see-and-be-seen restaurant and craft cocktails." Full review
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."