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The Business Inn

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk
Lunch and dinner served
Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen

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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

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Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

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Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Signature Suite, 1 Queen/King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(158 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(92 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

The Business Inn

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Rideau Canal
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour fitness centre and a bar/lounge. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a 24-hour business centre, self parking and concierge services.
The Business Inn offers 158 accommodations with computers and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 46-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Kitchens offer full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness centre.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the free breakfast at The Business Inn. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Rideau Canal. Free WiFi in public areas, a restaurant and a 24-hour gym are available.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the overall comfort, comfy beds, cleanliness and spaciousness
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Rideau Canal and University of Ottawa
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site. A 24-hour fitness centre, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Business Inn. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Ottawa hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 7 AM to 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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 metres).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self-parking fee: CAD 25 per night (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
On-site 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Business Hotel Ottawa
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The Business Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5391 out of 7605 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1772 out of 7605 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 286 out of 7605 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 7605 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 88 out of 7605 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

Sarah Jane

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Megha

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Amit

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend stay at the Business Inn

Great service. Room was clean. My wife liked the breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Walk to everything. Breakfast was a pleasant surprise with lots of variety. Guy working at breakfast was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tanmay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was absolutely wonderful! They were so welcoming and helpful with every request and question. The room was very spacious (we had a one bedroom suite) and included everything we needed. We could walk to many of the area attractions within about 20 minutes. There were also multiple dining and shopping options within the immediate area. I will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Good place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

heejong

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dilbagh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good and very nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Howard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money in downtown Ottawa Not quite a 4 star property, but it sure felt like we were staying at one
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lok Yin Dominic

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deepak

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

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room, and amenities were great. One of the most comprehensive breakfast I've had at a hotel - very impressed. Only non-postive thing I would say is that the elevator is a little small.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Business Inn is an excellent and reasonably priced hotel well-located in central Ottawa. Secure on-site parking is available at a fair rate. The included breakfast is good and an added bonus. The surrounding area has many quite good restaurants. I will certainly stay at the Business Inn on my next visit to Ottawa.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madhumati

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay. Clean facility.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I liked it was walkable, clean hotel room, and staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent! We’ve stayed here numerous times and it has always met our expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davood

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ATUL

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms and cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc-André

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We decided on that hotel because of the EV charger in the parking lot. We had a great experience overall. Breakfast was very good. Pricing was fair. Bedroom was spacious, more like a 2 1/2 appartment than a bedroom actually. Staff was very helpful and polite. Will definitely go again next time we come to Ottawa.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

We stayed in the execute suite for two nights. They offered a twin rollaway bed free of charge. The room was spacious, equipped with a kitchen that came with everything you would need. Unfortunately the burners of the stove were weak. Otherwise the kitchen and the room were great and beyond our expectation. Beds were comfy and clean. Bed sheets and linens were also clean and had no strange smell. Our family loved how everything was self served - extra blankets, towels and bed sheets were stored in a room down the hall and we were encouraged to take them as needed. The breakfast was epic with a huge variety of food selections, both continental style and hot foods. My kids absolutely loved everything this hotel had to offer. Too bad they don't have a pool but their gym was decent! This hotel is located in the heart of Ottawa., Everything was within walking distance and lots of different restaurants nearby!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025