Ottawa Backpackers Inn

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Located close to Byward Market Square and Rogers Centre Ottawa, Ottawa Backpackers Inn provides a terrace, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Room options

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A bunk bed with a metal frame and a wooden headboard, a window with a view of the outside, and a door to the right.

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

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

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A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a wall-mounted picture.

Private Room, 1 Single Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, an exit sign, a ceiling fan, and windows with curtains.

10-Bed Shared Dormitory, 1 Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, a ceiling fan, and a wall with a flower painting.

8-Bed Shared Dormitory, 1 Bed

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

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A room with bunk beds, wooden flooring, a door with a red handle, and a wall with floral decorations.

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

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

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A bunk bed with two levels, each with a mattress and a blanket.

6-Bed Shared Dormitory, 1 Bed

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

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A bunk bed room with a nightstand and a lamp.

4-Bed Shared Dormitory, 1 Bed

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

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A bed with a plaid bedspread, a green pillow, and a black and white photograph on the wall.

Private Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A small, single-bed room with a purple frame, a red carpet, a window with a plant, and a radiator.

Private Room, 2 Twin Bed

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

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wooden floor, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Private Room, 4 Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Two bunk beds with metal railings, a blue wall, and a window in the background.

Private Room, 6 Beds

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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A bunk bed with a ladder, a window with curtains, and a green wall.

Private Triple Room

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

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About the neighborhood

Downtown Ottawa, a neighborhood in Ottawa, is home to Ottawa Backpackers Inn. National Arts Centre and National Gallery of Canada are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Nordik Spa-Nature and Ottawa River Parkway. Elgin Street and Canadian Museum of Nature are also worth visiting. Visit our Ottawa travel guide
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203 York Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N 5T7

What's nearby

  • A historic building with classical architecture, a statue, and a well-maintained lawn.
    University of Ottawa
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A street with a building labeled 'JOEY RIDEAU' and a clock tower in the background.
    Rideau Centre
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A street with The Grand, The Aldeburiner, and The Pour House.
    Byward Market Square
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A canal with boats, a bridge, and historic buildings with green roofs.
    Rideau Canal
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A modern glass building with a unique geometric design, surrounded by trees and other urban structures.
    Rogers Centre Ottawa
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Ottawa Station
    6 min drive
  • Rideau Station
    8 min walk
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chez Lucien
    5 min walk
  • Osmow's Shawarma
    4 min walk
  • Brigid's Well
    3 min walk
  • Gyubee Japanese Grill
    4 min walk
  • Tim Hortons
    4 min walk

About this property

Ottawa Backpackers Inn

  • Hostel near Byward Market Square
  • Near Rogers Centre Ottawa and University of Ottawa, Ottawa Backpackers Inn provides a terrace, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Coffee/tea in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
    • A TV in the lobby and barbecue grills
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ottawa Backpackers Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ottawa Backpackers Inn?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ottawa Backpackers Inn on Nov 1, 2026 start from $73, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Ottawa Backpackers Inn?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ottawa Backpackers Inn?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Ottawa Backpackers Inn located?

Located in Downtown Ottawa, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Byward Market Square and University of Ottawa. Rideau Canal and Rogers Centre Ottawa are also within 15 minutes. Rideau Station is 8 minutes by foot and uOttawa Station is 16 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 375 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 375 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 375 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 375 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 375 reviews

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8/10 Good

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Helpful staff, clean simple rooms
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Room was pretty clean specially the small washroom upstairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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location is good. Money worth.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a comfortable stay the only feedback I have is reg the shower curtain in the bathroom it is but dirty otherwise i would rate everything as excellent and special thanks to the working staff they were very kind and cooperative
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hot water, clean beds, good location. Very good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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Beautiful, cleaned and organised place to stay, the people is marvellous, and it was exactly what I needed. A safe place to sleep and park, so I can walk the entire day in uptown Ottawa. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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The room is clean and the staffs were helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Staff were nice, property was ok, good location. The late night noise meant I was tired for sure: it would be an improvement if there was a quiet time from 11pm to 6am. Noise from other guests at 3am meant my stay was not overly great. Milk or creamer for the complimentary coffee may have fostered a sense of community as people sat with a cup of coffee
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff is courteous and it's so convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

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Great staff, great location, everything else was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a hostel and for a hostel, it was GREAT! Super clean, super friendly, relatively comfortable spaces (okay, the beds are definitely hostel grade), with the ability to make your own meals if you want, and connect with lots of people in common spaces if you want. The staff were incredibly friendly - very forgiving when I couldn't open the (very simple) door and very helpful for showing me all the things around the location. The location is quite central too. As a head's up, it was fine for me to arrive at 9.40pm and feel relatively safe but there is a significant homeless population in the area, so as a single female traveller, I would suggest aiming for a daylight arrival time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The staff was friendly, the location was good for what we needed, and it was more affordable than a hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Safe were one of the friendliest, and he atmosphere was homey…would recommend this place and i would stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

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Lovely place Can walk or take the bus any where from and to there. Affordable and confortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place very friendly stuff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved how close the inn was for walking to everything. Also loved interacting with the other guests in the common rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Always great service and everything
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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I really liked the vibe of the place, the people over there and how they maintain it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Clise to everything totally walkable to everything or public transportation which is easy to follow most driver were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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I have no regrets after staying 3 nights. Luxurious? No, but perfectly fine. Great staff. Enjoyed porch, deck. Super location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024