A person on the balcony of a waterfront cottage at the Griffon Aventure hostel.

A colorful outdoor relaxation area by the water at the Sea Shack.

Two young women chatting in a dormitory at Auberge Saintlo in Montreal.

Griffon Aventure offers a variety of unique waterfront accommodations in Gaspésie.

Enjoy the lively atmosphere at the festive Sea Shack in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts.

A stay at any of the Saintlo hostels is a chance to build connections.

Saintlo hostels, where a place to stay becomes a unique way to discover Quebec

Published on June 15, 2026 • Featured Getaways

This summer, experience Quebec from welcoming, affordable hostels where there’s always something to do! With their festive atmospheres and prime locations, the hostels of the Saintlo collective are perfect for a vibrant, hyper-local and community-focused trip. Find the Saintlo hostels in Montreal, Gaspésie, Bas-Saint-Laurent and in Ontario, where each one offers not only a place to stay, but also a welcoming space to have fun, meet new people and embrace adventure.

What’s happening this summer

Embracing slow travel

Eco-friendly stays

Saintlo hostels, where a place to stay becomes a unique way to discover Quebec

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Saintlo Collective

What’s happening this summer at Saintlo hostels

In the summer, each hostel puts together a program that reflects its identity and sense of community.

Saintlo Montréal offers one or two activities a day to help you explore the city like a local: a food tour of the Mile End neighbourhood, a microbrewery crawl, a community dinner and more. You can also take advantage of special deals and group outings to the city’s coolest festivals.

A group of travelers in front of the Auberge Saintlo in Montreal.

Stay right in the heart of the city while enjoying the excitement of Montreal’s summer festivals, including Piknic Electronik.

With its central location, Auberge Saintlo Montréal is perfect for exploring the city as a group!

Take advantage of your stay to enjoy extraordinary audio and visual experiences, such as at the MUTEK festival in late August.

At the Sea Shack, a lively hostel in Haute-Gaspésie, the season kicked off with the official launch of the music lineup on April 16. And with a tiki bar with a view of the river, a diner, and a stunning setting for stand-up paddleboarding, summer is sure to be fun-filled!

At Griffon Adventure, located near Forillon National Park on the Gaspé Peninsula, you can enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities to unwind and immerse yourself in nature (think canyoning and boat tours, among other things).

In the Bas-Saint-Laurent region, at the Rivière-du-Loup International Hostel, guests can enjoy easy access to downtown attractions, the riverfront, and the Parc national du Bic, all just minutes away. The hostel also organizes fun activities like bike rides throughout the season!

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The outdoor terrace of the Rivière-du-Loup International Hostel, where three people are sitting at a table near a fire.

Get together on the terrace of the Rivière-du-Loup International Hostel before a day of exploring.

Embrace slow travel with a hostel stay designed for soaking it all in

Taking the time to slow down also means taking the time to meet and connect with people from here and elsewhere, all while exploring the area from a more local perspective.

That’s exactly what Saintlo hostels offer: perfect places to unwind, build connections in a friendly atmosphere and take part in local experiences that leave a lasting impression long after you return home.

To enjoy your stay longer while saving money, Saintlo offers a 15% discount on 3-night stays at its hostels in Montreal—a great opportunity to experience the vibrant energy of Montreal while soaking in its lively, multicultural atmosphere—or in Ottawa, where you can enjoy a unique experience: sleeping in a converted jail!

👉 Plan a slow travel getaway at a Saintlo hostel

Door of a room at the Auberge Saintlo Ottawa Jail, with the name of a former inmate on the outside.

A unique stay awaits you at the Auberge Saintlo Ottawa Jail, housed in a converted jail!

Eco-friendly practices: Saintlo’s new initiatives for more sustainable stays

The collective is also shifting its focus toward offering more sustainable stays. Griffon Adventure has just received its certification of eco-responsibility excellence.

DID YOU KNOW? By staying at one of the Saintlo hostels, you are supporting the Saintlo Foundation’s “Travel Aid” grant, which aims to make travel more accessible to young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Saintlo Montréal will also implement sustainability initiatives: calculating its carbon footprint, gradually transitioning to renting essential equipment and sourcing food from bulk suppliers to reduce packaging.

In terms of programming, the team offers activities that foster connections and an authentic exploration of the city, while maximizing the positive impact of each outing.

👉 Find out more about sustainable actions

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