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Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Rideau Canal

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April 2025

May 2025

Pet Executive Ground Floor Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | Private kitchen

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
24/7 front desk

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free rollaway/extra beds

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

400 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free rollaway/extra beds

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

400 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free rollaway/extra beds

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillowtop bed

500 sq ft
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free rollaway/extra beds

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillowtop bed

350 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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

Highlights

Balcony

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free rollaway/extra beds

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

LCD TV

712 sq ft
Sleeps 5
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free rollaway/extra beds

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillowtop bed

500 sq ft
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds

About the area

180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON, K2P0L3

What's nearby

National Arts Centre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
University of Ottawa - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Rogers Centre Ottawa - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Parliament Hill - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Byward Market Square - 3 min drive - 2.2 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 near Rideau Canal

Close to Rogers Centre Ottawa and University of Ottawa, The Business Inn provides free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, MacLaren's on Elgin, offers lunch, dinner, and light fare. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center.

You'll also find perks like:

Self parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
Concierge services, a computer station, and multilingual staff
Smoke-free premises, a billiards/pool table, and laundry services
Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, overall value, and central location

Room features

All 158 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.

Extra amenities include:

Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
46-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
Separate sitting areas, kitchens, and full-sized refrigerators/freezers

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Similar properties

Pool
Breakfast included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

CA $165 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 21 - Apr 22

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 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
In-room sofa bed
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 center
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.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

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
Sofa bed

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
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Stovetop
Toaster

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

Property 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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Business Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Business Inn?

As of Mar 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Business Inn on Apr 7, 2025 start from CA $115.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Business Inn?

Self parking is available for CAD 25 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Business Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Business Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Business Inn located?

Located in Centretown, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Elgin Street and Rideau Canal. University of Ottawa and Rogers Centre Ottawa are also within 1 mi (2 km). UOttawa Station is 10 minutes by foot and Parliament Station is 15 minutes.

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