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Saintlo Ottawa Jail HostelvsLe Germain Hotel Ottawa
Both hotels are recommended by travel writers. On balance, HI Ottawa Jail Hostel is the choice of most writers compared to Le Germain Hotel Ottawa. HI Ottawa Jail Hostel has a TripExpert Score of 82 with endorsements from 6 reviewers like Gayot, Rough Guide and Frommer's.
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel
Frommer's
Insight Guides
Fodor's
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
Gayot
75 Nicholas St, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
From $26/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundy Room
- Smoking Rooms
- Multilingual
"Although the space is cramped and the beds are narrow, the experience will be authentic." Full review
"In what was formerly the Carleton County Jail (1862-1972), this is an excellent downtown location for budget accommodation. ."
"In the former Carleton County Jail, this hostel is certainly the most unique place to stay in Ottawa." Full review
"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."
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
"Hostel aficionados will appreciate the unique experience offered in this 150-year-old former jail."
Le Germain Hotel Ottawa
The Telegraph
30 Daly Ave, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 6E2, Canada
From $173/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
9.0
"This Le Germain property impresses from top to bottom." Full review