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The hostel really needs air conditioning. Otherwise the rooms were ok; they were just a little cramped.
The employee that checked me in could have shown me around. He only explained where my room was, but I had to find where the showers were and...More
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This room looked and smelled rather like some frat-boy basement hideout than a legitimate hotel/hostal room. It didn't feel or smell clean at all; I have stayed at better places for a fraction of the cost.
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Had a very nice weekend in Ottawa thanks to this hostel! It's a 5-10min walk away from the Byward Market, the Canal and the Parliament, so the location's awesome. The staff was also really nice and helpful and the premises very clean!
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Stayed in a private room....won't stay here again. The houses are old and beautiful...but the private room is pretty depressing and nothing nice about it. Haven't seen the other rooms but the common place and front porch look like cool places to hang out and...More
Thank Brendan M
Response from Ottawa-Backpackers, Manager at Ottawa Backpackers InnResponded 2 weeks ago
Hi Brendan,
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on your stay. It was hard to hear that you found your room distasteful. Would you be able to share which room you stayed in? I will take a look at spicing things up in there to make...More
This is one of the worst hostels I have ever stayed in, and I have stayed in many all around the world. Certainly the worst I stayed in for my Quebec/Ontario trip, by far. If you don't care about your accommodation, it is a cheaper...More
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Amenities
Top amenities
Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
Hotel Amenities
Self-Serve Laundry
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Price range
US$23 - US$169 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
Hotel class
Star rating provided by Expedia.
Number of rooms
29
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