Search Hostels in Ottawa from CA $100

By going with a hostel you can cut your spending on lodging and use more of your money for exploring during your stay. You can check out the museums and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), low prices, and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel? These options have the best reviews from our customers and could be a good place to look first: Ottawa Backpackers Inn - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen, and laundry facilities. Rooms come with bed sheets. Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel - Property features include free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Barefoot Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and a computer station, as well as barbecue grills. You’ll find towels, showers, and free toiletries in all rooms. Carleton University Accommodations - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Carleton Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and 4 restaurants, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers, and desks. BackpackersHQ - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, barbecue grills, and TV in a common area. You’ll find towels and bed sheets in all rooms.

If you’re in the market for an affordable place to stay in Ottawa, one of Expedia’s 6 hostels could be a great option for you.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 20°F. The snowiest months in Ottawa are January, February, December, and March, with each month seeing an average of 20 inches of snowfall.

Generally, Ottawa is known for its museums, jogging trails, and art. Major attractions include Canadian Tire Centre. Get out into nature with places like Commissioners Park, Lansdowne Park, and Mooney’s Bay Park. Cultural attractions include National Arts Centre, National Gallery of Canada, and Museum of Nature.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Ottawa in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Ottawa International Airport (YOW), 6.9 mi (11.1 km) away. An alternative is Ogdensburg, NY (OGS-Ogdensburg Intl.), located 52.1 mi (83.9 km) away. Once you’ve arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. You can take advantage of metro transit at Bayview Station, Carling Station, and Carleton Station. To check out more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Ottawa Station, Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station), or Ottawa Fallowfield Station.