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The Business Inn

2.5 star property
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

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Front of property - evening/night
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed
Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed
Pet Executive Ground Floor Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | Private kitchen
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON, K2P0L3
  • Elgin Street
    1 min walk
  • Rideau Canal
    7 min walk
  • Ottawa City Hall
    11 min walk
  • Ottawa, ON (YRO-Ottawa-Rockcliffe)
    18 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Signature Suite, 1 Queen/King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Signature Suite, 1 Queen/King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Signature Suite, 1 Queen/King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Two Bed Suite, 2 King/Queen Beds, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Two Bed Suite, 2 King/Queen Beds, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Two Bed Suite, 2 King/Queen Beds, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Ottawa

A stay at The Business Inn places you in the heart of Ottawa, within a 15-minute walk of Rideau Canal and University of Ottawa. .This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Parliament Hill and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Byward Market Square.

What's nearby

  • National Arts Centre - 12 min walk
  • University of Ottawa - 14 min walk
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 15 min walk
  • Parliament Hill - 17 min walk
  • Byward Market Square - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Ottawa Station - 5 min drive
  • UOttawa Station - 10 min walk
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elgin Street Diner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zak's Diner - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cooper's Gastropub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bridgehead Coffeehouse - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Business Inn

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Rideau Canal
The Business Inn offers 158 accommodations with computers and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include sofa beds. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 46-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 158 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding, and all rooms are furnished with sofa beds. Computers with complimentary wired and wireless internet access are provided to keep you connected, along with 46-inch LCD televisions for entertainment. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. This hotel also features a vending machine and bike parking.
At The Business Inn, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7 AM and 10 AM.
MacLaren's on Elgin - This sports bar serves lunch, dinner, and light fare.

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Secured covered self parking on site (surcharge; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • On-site parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM–10 AM
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar

Restaurants on site

  • MacLaren's on Elgin

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Bike parking
  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra beds
  • Full-sized fridge
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Sofa bed

Conveniences

  • Lift
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free rollaway beds
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Entertainment

  • 46-inch LCD TV
  • TV channels
  • Computer
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property's underground parking has a maximum vehicle height limit of 6.2 feet (1.87 meters).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: CAD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: CAD 20.00 per night (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a security system and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Business Inn
Business Inn Ottawa
Inn Business
Business Hotel Ottawa
The Business Hotel Ottawa
The Business Inn Hotel
The Business Inn Ottawa
The Business Inn Hotel Ottawa

The Business Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 83 out of 7048 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Johanne

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randolph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to areas of interest.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only downside of my stay was the check-in process. For some reason, the Business Inn believed I had cancelled my reservation. Not sure if this was a problem on their end or with Expedia, through whom I booked my stay. Initially, I was told no room was available for me for my three-night stay. The workaround was to have me switch rings after the first night; no big deal. Otherwise, I liked the availability of a free laundry, the complimentary breakfast (good assortment of breakfast food options), and the on-site gym. The mini-suites I stayed in were well-equipped, including a computer workstation. This was great, since I chose to not travel with my laptop on this trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vadim

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love your property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value. Great breakfast provided each morning
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for dining options and walk ability to major sites - Parliament Hill, ByWard Market. Good price for the location. Staff was friendly and efficient. Parking and breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic room had lots of amenities - a kitchen, a desktop computer, a printer, a balcony, a separate bedroom, etc Breakfast was also a nice bonus. Good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

shahab

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed twice in August and September to drop off my daughter at university and then a quick visit to drop off items she wanted from home. This is by far her favorite hotel in Ottawa. We throughly enjoyed the access to linens on each floor to help ourselves so we don’t have to call housekeeping. The rooms were spacious and the desk / work station enabled for me to do some work. The breakfast is a hit. The breakfast sandwiches and oatmeal were delicious and the prepackaged snack bar with water bottle was throughly appreciated. The layout of the hotel is a little strange but the small lobby ensured they could observe and maintain the safety of the guests.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
All good here
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a great location for business trips. A perfect combination of comfort and utility.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Manon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great hotel . This was our third stay here and our first choice each time and if we return to Ottawa , will be our choice again. They provide the best included breakfast we have seen. Many choices to start your day. They offer ways to save. Staff are very pleasant and helpful. Central location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Olayemi

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is spacious , staffs are helpful. AC. Is the room is noisy. Pillows are too small
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alakesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
5 stars
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

kiren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ihab

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

HENRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is great, rooms are very specious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Josee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel bien situé. Personnel super sympathique et aidant. Appartement propre et cuisine bien équipée. Seul bémol: un peu de rénovation serait souhaitable, comme améliorer la ventilation (le climatiseur était très bruyant) et remplacer le tapis par un autre couvre-sol. Le déjeuner inclut est extraordinaire, mais l'utilisation d'autant de vaisselle jetable fait mal au coeur...
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024