Saintlo Ottawa Jail HostelvsBrookstreet Hotel
Both hotels are praised by professionals. On balance, HI Ottawa Jail Hostel scores slightly higher than Brookstreet Hotel. HI Ottawa Jail Hostel has a TripExpert Score of 82 with positive reviews from 6 publications like Fodor's, Rough Guide and Gayot.
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."
Brookstreet Hotel
525 Legget Drive, Ottawa, Ontario K2K 2W2, Canada
From $111/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"Built with high-tech money to service the adjacent high-tech community, Brookstreet exudes contemporary luxury at every turn." Full review
Fodor's
"The area's only resort hotel, this 18-story tower in Silicon Valley is about a 20-minute drive from Ottawa." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The upscale Brookstreet Hotel is a good choice for anyone who doesn’t need to stay close to downtown Ottawa, which is a 25-minute drive away." Full review