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Ottawa Backpackers Inn

2.0 star property
Hostel within walking distance of Byward Market Square

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In the heart of Downtown Ottawa, near Byward Market Square and Shaw Centre, Ottawa Backpackers Inn offers a lively atmosphere. Enjoy in-room WiFi, unwind on the terrace or challenge friends at the arcade/game room - previous guests have loved these perks.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (9)

  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Arcade/game room
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (4)

  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill(s)
The current price is CNY475
CNY569 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16

Room options

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Private Studio, 1 Single-over-Double Bunkbed and Sofabed | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Studio, 1 Single-over-Double Bunkbed and Sofabed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Private Room, 1 Single Bed | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Room, 1 Single Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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10-Bed Shared Dormitory, 1 Bed | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

10-Bed Shared Dormitory, 1 Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

8-Bed Shared Dormitory, 1 Bed

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

8-Bed Shared Dormitory, 1 Bed (Female Only)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

6-Bed Shared Dormitory, 1 Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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4-Bed Shared Dormitory, 1 Bed | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

4-Bed Shared Dormitory, 1 Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Private Room, 1 Double Bed | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Private Room, 2 Twin Bed | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Room, 2 Twin Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Room, 4 Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Private Room, 6 Beds | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Room, 6 Beds

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Private Triple Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
203 York Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N 5T7

What's nearby

  • University of Ottawa - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rideau Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Byward Market Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rideau Canal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 17 min drive
  • Ottawa Station - 6 min drive
  • Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station) - 10 min drive
  • Ottawa Fallowfield Station - 18 min drive
  • Rideau Station - 8 min walk
  • UOttawa Station - 16 min walk
  • Parliament Station - 19 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Chuck’s Roadhouse Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brigid's Well - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Osmow's Shawarma - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chez Lucien - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Ottawa Backpackers Inn

Ottawa Backpackers Inn puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Byward Market Square and University of Ottawa. Also, Rideau Canal and Rogers Centre Ottawa are within a 15-minute walk. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Rideau Station is 8 minutes away.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 16
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 16
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol served onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Arcade/game room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Fees & policies

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

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Ottawa Backpackers

Ottawa Backpackers Inn

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Ottawa Backpackers Inn Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

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Frequently asked questions

Does Ottawa Backpackers Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ottawa Backpackers Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Ottawa Backpackers Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ottawa Backpackers Inn?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Ottawa Backpackers Inn?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Casino du Lac Leamy (7-min drive) and Rideau Carleton Raceway (20-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Ottawa Backpackers Inn and nearby?

Ottawa Backpackers Inn has an arcade.

What's the area around Ottawa Backpackers Inn like?

Ottawa Backpackers Inn is a short 8-minute walk from Rideau Station and 5 minutes' walk from Byward Market Square.

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Reviews

Ottawa Backpackers Inn Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

The room is clean and the staffs were helpful
Azeezat, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff is courteous and it's so convenient.
Jesse, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely place Can walk or take the bus any where from and to there. Affordable and confortable
Carlos, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great staff, great location, everything else was fine.
Joshua, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was exactly as described. The staff are incredibly friendly as well as the other guests. It had a very homely feel which I loved.
Jordan, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The staff was friendly, the location was good for what we needed, and it was more affordable than a hotel.
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Safe were one of the friendliest, and he atmosphere was homey…would recommend this place and i would stay here again
Matthew, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Always great service and everything
Darius, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place very friendly stuff
Mohamad, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Loved how close the inn was for walking to everything. Also loved interacting with the other guests in the common rooms.
Heather, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

There is so much to enjoy here. The staff are amazing and very helpfull. The premises are clean and tidy. I have met many wonderfull people during my stay here. I strongly recommend this place. Everything a person may need is just walking distance. Awesome location.
Rehana, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were amazing
Matthew, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I really liked the vibe of the place, the people over there and how they maintain it.
Gaurav, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I had to go next door to have a hot water shower, but I think that should be fixed soon. Staff was very nice and accommodating of my weird itinerary. The communal space was nice to be in and the other guests were very friendly. Room was clean. Small but what do you expect.
Taras, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good value location

Good value for an excellent location. Nothing fancy, but a nice place to sleep, with a fully equipped kitchen and a great communal space. As long as you don't mind sharing a room, bathroom, etc. Helpful and friendly staff. A great place to stay.
Robin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clise to everything totally walkable to everything or public transportation which is easy to follow most driver were very helpful
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I have no regrets after staying 3 nights. Luxurious? No, but perfectly fine. Great staff. Enjoyed porch, deck. Super location
Annabelle, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good hostel. Clean, tidy and friendly staffs, free-to-use kitchen, funny common area. Please note that you need to bring your own slippers, as they don't provide. I will live here again next time I'm in Ottawa.
Muqing, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

It’s conveniently located and the staff is very friendly. The common areas are cleaned frequently but the room was rather dirty and hair was on the floor
Katja, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It is good
Sekou, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I had a great experience staying at the Ottawa Backpackers Inn. I stayed in a single room, and it was quiet and the washrooms were accessible when I needed them. This area of Ottawa feels a bit unsafe, so I'd caution backpackers to be cautious when walking around at night, and always have a companion. I was fine during my stay, but I wouldn't want anyone else to have a negative experience.
Jenn, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

If your expectations are hotel styled probably not formyou! Laid back hippy style comfort of home style of stay, do your own cooki g different dorms available as well as private, friendly staff, and when the subway works it just minutes away from the VIA rail train station! And the flixbus stops close by as well! And the Byward market is awesome if you love cheese fresh breads and other delightful baked goods, and well lots of pubs and bars weed places all close by! Sit back relax like at home, then go tour around mostvofnit can be walked to!
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good place, value for money.
Kulbir, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and cozy place with professional staff
Seyedamin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and staffs were so kind. It’s convenient for sightseeing spots which is good for travelers.
Kanae, 1-night trip