BAREFOOT INN, Ottawa

The Barefoot Inn is in downtown Ottawa, steps from Ottawa's Byward Market, known for its trendy restaurants, bars, and boutique shops. The Inn is near the University of Ottawa, Rideau Canal, Shaw Convention Center, USA Embassy, and Parliament Hill. The Rideau O-Train / LRT station is within a 5-minute walk. Ottawa's airport, the train station, and bus station provide accessibility.

The Barefoot Inn is a 4-bedroom hostel. Rooms feature a European-style duvet, pillows, and linens. Room choices accommodate from one to four individuals with options including two bunk beds, two single beds, a double bed, or a queen bed. Most of the rooms are private, with shared bathroom and living facilities. Each room includes windows that open. Each guest has access to a locker to store valuables.

Guests enjoy complimentary wireless internet, a living and dining area, and a kitchenette for preparing light meals. The kitchenette includes a microwave, toaster, fridge, kettle, and coffee maker. A common room includes a 50'' HD TV, a book exchange, and board games. The property provides complimentary coffee, tea, and hot chocolate, as well as shampoo, bath gel and hair dryers. Guests can use the outdoor garden patio with a gas barbecue.

The Barefoot is steps away from Ottawa's attractions. Guests can take a tour of Canada's Parliament and enjoy the view from the Peace Tower, or go skating on the Rideau Canal. Byward Market is nearby with restaurants and bars. National Gallery of Canada and Canadian Museum of History are cultural points of interest. Landmarks near the property include Bank of Canada Museum (2 km), Peacekeeping Monument (1 km), and Parliament Hill (1 km).

Check-in is located next door at The Swiss Hotel, at 89 Daly Avenue. The latest check-in is 10pm. Safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit. Activities available in Ottawa include cycling. The property is run by Swiss owners, Sabina and Josef Sauter.