The Ottawa Backpackers, a relatively inexpensive Inn, manages to promote a family type atmosphere of friendliness but its service is inconsistent, uneven and unprofessional. The time I spent there was at the turn of summer into autumn weather when Canadian fall nights can get quite cold. When I arrived no proper blanket was available on my bed. The guests are... more

I had a really great stay here. The owner (Martin?) was really friendly and made sure that I had everything I needed. Similarly the other staff were really friendly and had lots of really useful info about Ottawa. The location is right near downtown and only a few blocks from good food, bars and things to see. There is a... more

this hostel is quite nice but I think my view was tainted by the rudeness of the girl who checked me in. She didn't seem capable of more than one word sentences. Plus hostels like this need to get real about most modern travellers, expecting people to pay in cash is a real pain. It is not safe to be... more

This is a weird place to stay, but ok if you're on a budget. Don't expect anything other than the bare minimum, however it is clean and secure. more

I've travelled over North Amercia and this was the best hostel by far.. not only is Ottawa a cool city this hostel was my fav. Its like a home away from home, the staff were awesome! If you ever need a hostel in Ottawa stay here !!!!!!!! more

This is a nice hostel to stay while in Ottawa. If you want to make friends and fell like you are in your own home, go there. The hostel is well located, near the Parliament building and the downtown Ottawa. Me and my boyfriend stayed in a private double room with shared bathroom, which was always clean and we didn't... more

I stayes three nights at this hostel and I can say I had one of my best experiences here because I made friends with the owner and his own friends, people staying in that hostel is very friendly and although the hostel wasn't at its top, regarding the facilities, it was pretty decent and cool. you have lockers available and... more

I had a choice of staying here or at the Jail Hostel, and decided on this one because of the TripAdvisor comments I read. It's very clean and mellow. Note that they have VERY limited locker space for your belongings. I was there in the off season (January) and all the non-small lockers were FULL. If you are really backpacking... more

I spent about a month at this hostel when i first arrived in Ottawa while looking for perm accom. (I previously stayed at the HI gaol hostel, but left after one night, the place was noisy, staff rude and drinking was out of control.) the inn is very friendly, safe, clean has good facilities (kitchen etc) a nice tv room... more