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The Business Inn

2.5 star property

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed
Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed
Lunch and dinner served
Lobby
Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

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180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON, K2P0L3
  • University of Ottawa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Byward Market Square
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Parliament Hill
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(119 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(80 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(92 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(432 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(146 reviews)
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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46-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, computer

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(84 reviews)
  • 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 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Rogers Centre Ottawa.

What's nearby

  • Rideau Canal - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Ottawa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Byward Market Square - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Parliament Hill - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

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. 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. 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. Quench your thirst with your favorite 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, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured, covered parking on site (CAD 25 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • MacLaren's on Elgin

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 12 floors
  • Built in 1968
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Computer

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • 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 at the property
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 25 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 smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5333 out of 7524 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1750 out of 7524 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 284 out of 7524 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 7524 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 7524 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

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ifeoluwa

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flora Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older but clean and more than comfortable. Great value.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Thenmoli, Scarborough

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flora Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon Pierre

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marwa

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice high end room, has everything a whole, kitchen, living room and a computer too! Clean room and you have everything you need! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
I had never been but was pleasantly surprised. Staff friendly and location of hotel ideal. We liked the layout of the room as well and the amenities offered. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flora Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ethan

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is a very tired space/building. The hallway and elevator carpets are disgusting. The building layout is strange (could not access my room from front desk w/o elevator to third floor, change elevators, go back down to first floor). I think this place just needs a refresh, and from what I understand they're renovating, but for the price it's average at best. The room itself was okay. Didn't feel dirty, but was tired and drab. Extra equipment, and other 'conveniences' are piled in the room, and in the hallways somewhat randomly. I think the place has best intentions, but loses something in the delivery. The free breakfast was actually pretty good; all you can eat with good selections. Still an odd cafeteria-like experience; certainly no frills. I would not bring my familiy here, but it was fine for me on a quick solo trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
large room sizes access to included laundry services excellent, full service breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Amenities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Goretti

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Stay! Amazing location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personnel was very polite and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ken

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flora Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aretha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay in. Very accessible to bus, stores, restaurants and can also walk all to the way to Parliament building. Consider the laundry area as well with free detergent and steam laundry😮. Breakfast has lots of options. It’s a good idea that sandwiches were packed in to go containers and water bottles with cookies and granola bar. Just noticed that the staff at the dining area doesn’t practice much of hand hygiene. A little note to remind.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mireille, Peterborough

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impressive on all fronts. So much to do in the area, awesome restaurants nearby. Our room - King Suite - was delightful. Staff was amazing and went out of their way to help me. Thanks SO MUCH!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025