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The Business Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Rideau Canal

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Front of property - evening/night
Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed
Lunch and dinner served
Lobby
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
    Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping

Room options

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Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 400 sq ft
  • 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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
  • 500 sq ft
  • 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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 350 sq ft
  • 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

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

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Two Bed Suite, 2 King/Queen Beds, 1 Queen 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
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON, K2P0L3

What's nearby

  • Rideau Canal - 7 min walk - 0.6 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 University of Ottawa and Byward Market Square, 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
  • An elevator, tour/ticket assistance, and a computer station
  • Concierge services, a vending machine, and smoke-free premises
  • 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

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
  • Covered self parking on site (CAD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • 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

  • 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 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

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • 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
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • 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: 18

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
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 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, debit cards, and cash
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
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 Nov 21, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Business Inn on Nov 25, 2024 start from CA $109.49, 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 20.00 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 Parliament Hill are also within 1 mi (2 km). UOttawa Station is 10 minutes by foot and Parliament Station is 15 minutes.

The Business Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4897 out of 6988 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1679 out of 6988 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 265 out of 6988 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 6988 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 83 out of 6988 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

Dejan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Gurpreet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

A.J.

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

10/10 Excellent

andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Raveena

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was visiting ottawa for first time, I did the booking 3 days before. At the reasonable price, they offered facilities such as laundry, gym, breakfast! I was able to get hotel parking at 20 dollar only. Rooms were clean, everything was above my expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia, Canwood

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ive stayed in many hotels and i must say this was one of the best! Was very homey, great continental breakfast, walking distance to the mall. Loved it! Totally recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

GURMAN

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

8/10 Good

Julia

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast options, some snaks, eggs, sandwiches available.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara, Moose Jaw

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked this room on a whim and it was great. We got there a little early and the room wasnt ready which was completely fine as we got to go look at the parliment and the market. We were upgraded from a queen to a king by them and the rooms are great with a kitchenette and a living area. 2 big tvs, a computer workstation. Hubby appreciated the sleep sound machine. We are looking forward to booking here again next summer!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

ingrid

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mehul

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing Hotel. All amenities are available within the price. And great experience staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eloho

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a full on apartment - you can bring meals if you have kids to cook for. It was very quiet, I loved that.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Within walking distance to places we visited.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
By far the best hotel I have experienced at a great price.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ing

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were surprised by the amount of space. It was essentially a one bedroom apartment including eat in kitchen and dining room. It is older and well loved but very clean and very well appointed. We did not use the car at all while there as we were able to walk everywhere. We would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff responds all questions , hotel is clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Cooper

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like the serenity of the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Larry, Hamilton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything you need is right out the front door
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our Signature Suite was large, well furnished, well equipped and comfortable, and our bed was dreamy soft. The desk staff were friendly and helpful, and took care of our bags for a couple of hours after we checked out. Plenty of nice restaurants within easy walk. This hotel is an oldie, but still a goodie! Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Spacious Rooms & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
2.5