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The Business Inn

2.5 star property

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Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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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 | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

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Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Suite, 1 Queen/King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 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 | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Ottawa

With a stay at The Business Inn, you'll be centrally located in Ottawa, within a 5-minute drive of Parliament Hill and University of Ottawa. .This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Byward Market Square and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Carleton University.

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, near University of Ottawa
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 transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (CAD 20 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

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
  • 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

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
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 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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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

8/10 Good

Rajesh

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Trina, Golden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect for my meetings. The room was clean and bed was comfortable, it was an extremely spacious suite and good for a longer stay. Lots of hot water in the shower. The included breakfast was very good with lots of options. Staff were very helpful. The only thing less than excellent was my room location wrapped around the elevator which was very busy.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pratikkumar

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

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff are amazing. They are very thorough and accomodating! Staying here was a great experience. Shout to all the staff, especially Albert and Spencer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I believe you get good value for your money here
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Minhee

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom was renovated so it was clean and the location was good so it was easy to walk around. The breakfast was also varied. Perfect 👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Isaac

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the Business Inn care. They offer a discount of $10/day if you don't need housekeeping, which is a very thoughtful and efficient idea.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Clair Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place is very spacious, has its own kitchen and dining room living room. The building is not the newest but very well maintained. Parliament is walkable. Parking is 20 dollars. Free breakfast. Will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

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

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
restaurant's galore around the hotel. walking distance to parliament hill and the rideau canal.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Baris, Montreal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staffs were very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent. Lots of options. Staff was hardworking keeping the food well stocked and cleaned the tables quickly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this hotel! Room was massive and had everything you could need. Beds were very comfortable. Free access to a laundry was a huge plus too. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Binod

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great hotel friendly people
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonas

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

10/10 Excellent

Kulvinder

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Renee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It’s an older property, but is like a diamond in the rough. Free laundry was very appreciated. Great assortment at the breakfast. The room was kind of quirky, but had everything we needed and the bed was comfortable. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was outstanding. The gentleman with the tattoos working the front desk on Friday evening was incredible. Helping everyone. It was impressive
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadeem

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location rooms Nice breakfast amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Les

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location good for our purposes: nice breakfast included.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are like a one bedroom apartment with a full kitchen, with coffee maker, toaster, fridge and stove, dining table and large room fully furnished. They are very quiet and I didn’t hear any hallway noise. There’s also a large patio and lots of windows with blackout curtains. . A full breakfast with lots of options including hot food is provided. The staff was very friendly. There are so many restaurants within one block and a 24 hour convenience store across the street. It’s a short 10 to 15 minute walk to Parliament Hill and Rideau shopping centre. I didn’t have a car, so I’m not sure about the parking. I’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024