OTTAWA BACKPACKERS INN is a centrally located hostel which is only a 10 minute walk from most tourist attractions and amenities (including the parliament buildings, the Byward Market and the Rideau Canal).

OBI is a 45-bed hostel and is independently owned and operated. Our dormitory rooms sleep a maximum of 10 people. We also have private rooms for up to 6 people and a private apartment that can sleep up to 5 people. For longer stays, weekly rates possible on request.

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Perfectly located in the Byward Market

5 minute walk to the Rideau Centre

10 minute walk to the Rideau Canal

15 minute walk to Parliament Hill

8 minute walk to National Art Gallery

2 minute walk to 24-hour grocery store and liquor store

5 minute walk to US Embassy

10 minute walk to DFAIT (Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade)

7 minute walk to the University of Ottawa

Gatineau bus service just around the corner