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"It was ok. The facilities varied between levels. THe showers on my floor were old and terrible and anyone could walk in and the curtain didn’t close p ... " More
12 Nov 2019 by Erin, Experience Curator.
Hi there, thank you for leaving a review! We will actually be renovating all of our bathrooms and showers this winter, making them larger and more private. We run 4-5 hostel activities each week to encourage people to socialize! I hope that we have a chance to earn your business back in the future.
This property is closed from 1 November 2020 to 31 January 2022 (dates subject to change).
As a guest of HI Ottawa Jail Hostel, you'll find a terrace, tour or ticket assistance, and a BBQ. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. HI Ottawa Jail Hostel also features multilingual staff, a garden, and a picnic area. Parking is available for a fee. For a fee, the property may offer extended parking privileges after check-out. This Ottawa hostel is smoke free.
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired Internet
Self parking (surcharge) , RV, bus, truck parking
HI Ottawa Jail Hostel offers 30 forms of accommodation. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Special check-in instructions:
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; guests are provided with hand sanitiser. Contactless checkout is available. Each guest room is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings. This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global).
Guests who do not present a Hostelling International membership card will be charged CAD 5 extra per bed and CAD 10 extra per private room, payable to the hostel.
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
