Question 1

Should I stay in a hostel in Ottawa?

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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.

Question 2

What is a hostel?

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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.

Question 3

What are the best hostels in Ottawa?

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Ready to book a hostel? These options have the best reviews from our customers and could be a good place to look first: Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Rideau Canal and University of Ottawa. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as tour assistance. You'll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Ottawa Backpackers Inn - Located within a 10-minute walk of Byward Market Square and University of Ottawa. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a game room, and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi. Barefoot Inn - Located within a 5-minute walk of University of Ottawa. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a computer station, as well as barbecue grills. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Carleton University Accommodations - Located within a 5-minute walk of Carleton University and Rideau Canal. You can take advantage of free WiFi and 3 restaurants, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets.

Question 4

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Ottawa?

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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 65°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 21°F. The snowiest months in Ottawa are January, December, February, and November, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of snowfall.

Question 5

What is there to see and do in Ottawa?

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Generally, Ottawa is known for its museums, jogging trails, and art. Major attractions include Canadian Tire Centre. Get out into nature with places like Confederation Park, Major's Hill Park, and Victoria Island. Cultural attractions include National Arts Centre, National Gallery of Canada, and Canadian Museum of Nature.

Question 6

What's the best way to get to and around Ottawa while staying at a hostel?

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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 Parliament Station, Lyon Station, and Rideau 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.

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