Barefoot Hostel - Ottawa
Barefoot Hostel
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This is one of my favorite hostels! It is right in downtown Ottawa, women only and very affordable. I stayed twice on different occasions and found the owner to be super friendly and welcoming. The place itself feels more like a holiday home. They always try to give everyone their own room, which is nice (some of the rooms may be a little small when fully booked, but so far, I have never had to share on my winter vacation). The beds are very comfy, everything is very clean and the bathrooms and living room area are the nicest I have seen in a hostel so far. Some smaller things: It would be great if there was a little stove for cooking for people who don't like microwaved food (there are some take-aways nearby though). Also, the shower handle in the bathroom upstairs was a bit loose, so adjusting the water temperature took some time. Otherwise, the hostel is very well-maintained and it feels like they do their best to keep up a high standard. Other travelers were quiet and friendly, too. Absolutely recommend this place!
A clean and quiet place to sleep, located near to all attractions. Supermarket is 2 mins walk away. Overall it feels like staying at a friend’s place, cosy and homey. Provide fresh towel everyday. Toilets are cleaned everyday. Most comfortable blanket in my trip so far. Great ventilation. Basic toiletries provided. I especially appreciate that they don’t try to put everyone in a room while it’s not fully occupied. That gives us so much of space to have our much needed rest. However, note that it only has oven, means it is not possible to cook. Barefoot means you have to take off the shoes. Rooms are all upstairs. Mirrors are plenty but would be better to have a full sized mirror.
Stay away. The area is full of drug addicts. Dilapidated bunk bed rooms. The reception is rude and readily leaves a guest on the street when their bus arrived past the checkin time. Good luck even trying to find the reception to begin with: it is at the hotel next door. Wifi is free, that is true. Free from having a reliable signal anywhere except the kitchen.
Lovely, clean hostel in a gorgeous old building. Check-in is at the Swiss Hotel next door. Kitchenette has a full size fridge, microwave, kettle and coffee maker. All bedrooms and a bathroom are upstairs, main floor has kitchinette, living area, and another washroom, with separate toilet and shower. I had to wait a couple minutes this morning to get into the washroom, but nothing too bad. There are a lot of community support organizations near the hostel, so I would recommend sticking to main roads like Cumberland and Rideau if you are anxious about arriving late. All the other guests were very friendly and courteous. Great value for the price. Thanks!
This is a great place to stay in downtown Ottawa! Close to Parliament Hill, Rideau Centre, Byward,…. All the good stuff. Spotlessly clean, functional kitchen with all utensils, dishes, pots/pans, appliances. Comfy beds with even comfier pillows and duvets AND new, clean towels every day! Definitely staying here AGAIN, especially at the low prices.
