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Ottawa Backpackers Inn

203 York Street, Ottawa, CA

7.5 guest rating· 1811 reviews

About this hotel

Central Location and Fully Equipped Apartments

Conveniently situated in central Ottawa, Ottawa Backpackers Inn offers budget-friendly accommodations just a short stroll from Rideau Centre. The spacious apartments feature a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, private entrance, and balcony, providing guests with a comfortable stay.

Cozy Amenities and On-Site Facilities

Guests can relax in the TV lounge with a sofa or enjoy complimentary coffee and tea in their apartment. The hostel also offers laundry facilities, a communal kitchen, luggage storage, and free security lockers for added convenience during your stay.

Nearby Attractions and Easy Access

Explore the vibrant Byward Market within a 10-minute walk, shop at the nearby supermarket just 2 minutes away, or visit the University of Ottawa within 7 minutes on foot. With parking available for a surcharge, Ottawa Backpackers Inn ensures a hassle-free stay in the heart of the city.

Rooms & rates

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Private Room, 6 Beds

Sleeps 6 · 6× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Shared/communal kitchen access
  • Free WiFi
  • Ceiling fan
  • Bedsheets provided

<p><strong>6 Twin Beds</strong></p><p>Individually furnished room</p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Shared/communal kitchen access</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Shared bathroom, towels, and a hair dryer (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

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

Sleeps 4 · Double bed, Sofa bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Shared/communal kitchen access
  • Free WiFi
  • Ceiling fan
  • Bedsheets provided

<p><strong>1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed</strong></p><p>Individually furnished room</p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Shared/communal kitchen access</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Shared bathroom, towels, and a hair dryer (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Basic Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 13 m² · Queen bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Linen
  • Toilet paper

This room features a flat-screen TV. Guests have access to two showers, a bathtub, the kitchen and social area.

Studio Apartment

Sleeps 5 · 37 m² · Sofa bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating

Located in the ByWard Market, this studio features a double/single bunk bed in the sleeping area and a double sofa bed in the living area. Free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen cable TV are featured. A kitchenette, a dining area and a balcony are included.

Single Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 42 m² · Twin bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Linen
  • Toilet paper

This spacious dormitory features a balcony. Guests have access to four showers, the kitchen and social area.

Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 9 m² · Twin bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Linen
  • Toilet paper

Guests in this second floor dormitory have access to four showers, the kitchen and social area.

Economy Single Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 1 · 6 m² · Twin bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Linen
  • Toilet paper

This room features a TV. Guests have access to two showers, a bathtub, the kitchen and social area.

Budget Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 7 m² · 2× Bunk bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Linen
  • Toilet paper

Guests in this second floor room have access to four showers, the kitchen and social area.

Basic Triple Room

Sleeps 3 · 13 m² · Bunk bed, Queen bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Linen
  • Toilet paper

This room features a private balcony and flat-screen TV. Guests have access to two showers, a bathtub, the kitchen and social area.

Quadruple Room

Sleeps 4 · 13 m² · 4× Bunk bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Linen
  • Toilet paper

Guests in this second floor room have access to four showers, the kitchen and social area.

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Designated smoking area
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  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Games room
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Movie nights
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Terrace

Location

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203 York Street, Ottawa, CA

Check-in
from 01:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
until 12:00 PM

What guests say7.51811 reviews

+ Good location+ Friendly staff+ Affordable rates− Cleanliness issues in common areas− Noisy roommates
Cleanliness6.7
Service7.7
Location8.2
Room Quality7.7
Amenities7.7
Value for Money7.7

Would not recommend, it was cheap enough, but the smell was poor and we didn’t feel safe.

5.0

Staff were polite. Toilet in the room was handy, but could be a problem with a smell in some instances I imagine.

− It’s not in a safe area, felt very uncomfortable at times walking back. The room smelled bad when we checked in. It didn’t feel clean, fresh sheets was a plus, but very happy it was only a 1 night stay.

Matthew · AU · 2026-07-25

Excellente inn

10.0

The Inn has a wonderful down town location..close to stores and Byward market..great accommodations.

− Homeless tents around and getting closer

Vivian · CA · 2026-07-25

Underwhelmed

5.0

Looks fab from the outside.

− Could definitely do with some maintenance & a lucky of paint, after a very good deep clean, & things like mattresses, sheets etc need replacing.

Denise · GB · 2026-07-25

Guest review

8.0

Idéalement situé à proximité du centre-ville. Personnel très serviable.

− Propreté un peu limite mais rien de catastrophique

thierry · FR · 2026-07-18

Guest review

6.0

L’accueil. La situation.

− État des sanitaires (moisi, propreté, fuite)

Mozartine1 · FR · 2026-07-17

Nice and comfortable like hostels are for travellers.

10.0

Tea and coffee available in the morning. Fridges were available for guest to use. Nice lounge area with games and art. A patio outside is good.

Fred · CA · 2026-07-17

Good to know

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Ottawa and Gatineau residents are not accepted.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children are not allowed.

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›Pets

Pets are not allowed.

›Parking

Public parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs CAD 11 per day.