Welcome to
HI Ottawa Jail
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the hostel will be closed until further notice.
HI Ottawa Jail
Ottawa, Ontario
Ever spent a night in jail? This hostel is inside a 150-year-old former jail, and some say it's haunted. Hunker down among stone walls and iron doors, or even sleep in your own solitary confinement cell. You're free to leave when you want, and the Parliament Buildings, Byward Market and National Gallery of Canada are all within walking distance.
- Sleep in a real solitary confinement cell
- Visit death row on a free daily jail tour
- Walk to Parliament & the Byward Market
Open: Year-round
Check-in: from 15:00
Check-out: before 11:00
A glimpse of the hostel
Rooms & Beds
Shared Rooms

8-Bed Room
These large and spacious rooms are great for people on a budget wanting a little more space and quietness. Some of them have sinks.
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Free WiFi
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Free Breakfast
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Linens
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Free earplugs

6-Bed Room
Save, make new friends and get that unique jail experience by staying in this room which sleeps six in bunk beds.
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Free WiFi
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Free Breakfast
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Linens
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Free earplugs

4-Bed Room
These large and spacious rooms are great for people on a budget wanting a little more space and quietness. Some of them have sinks.
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Free WiFi
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Free Breakfast
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Linens
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Free earplugs
Private Rooms

Deluxe Double Room
These comfortable rooms can sleep up to two in a double bed and include en-suite or kitchenette facilities.
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Free WiFi
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Free Breakfast
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Linens
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Ensuite bathroom

Historic Double Cell
The Historic Double Cells are located in the former solitary confinement area of the Jail and definitely have a story to tell.
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Free WiFi
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Free Breakfast
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Linens
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Reading light

Double Jail Cell
For white collar criminals and hostellers alike, this double jail cell has all the necessary commodities.
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Free WiFi
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Free Breakfast
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Linens
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Free earplugs

Twin Jail Cell
Private cell with two bunk beds, for friends travelling together or a single inmate looking for more space.
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Free WiFi
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Free Breakfast
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Linens
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Free earplugs

Authentic Jail Cell
Small cell (3' x 9') with one single bed that recreates the conditions faced by inmates. A once-in-a-lifetime experience!
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Free WiFi
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Free Breakfast
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Linens
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Reading light
Family Rooms

Family Room
This ensuite private room with a double bled and 4 bunk bed can sleep up to 6 people. Ideal to share with your family or friends without missing on the perks of a hostel.
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Free Breakfast
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Linens
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Ensuite Bathroom
Coming with a group?
HI Ottawa Jail welcomes groups of all sizes to spend the night in jail in a variety of room options and configurations. Make use of the hostel's kitchen and communal spaces or let us help organize educational jail and ghost tours for your group.