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The Business Inn

2.5 star property

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Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | Living area | 46-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, computer
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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace
Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

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180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON, K2P0L3
  • Place, Elgin Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rideau Canal
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Ottawa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

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

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

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Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(568 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(143 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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
(116 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

The Business Inn

Hotel with a restaurant, 7-minute 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 spaciousness, comfy beds, cleanliness and overall comfort
  • 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.

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 self 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.

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

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. 5838 out of 8092 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1801 out of 8092 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 292 out of 8092 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 8092 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 98 out of 8092 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful. We were impressed with the comfort of the room. The breakfast was very good with many choices. I would definitely recommend this to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and the staff were excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

HARPREET

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Toloo

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was extremely clean,with adequate staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in at the front desk eas amazing! Laura was wonderful and helpful. Our room is so nice and its spotless. I think this is the cleanest room we've ever stayed in and that includes top name hotels. Restaurants abd shops all around us. We walked to Byward Market and back no problem.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

cyr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
yes breakfast was fresh .. no balcony
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and spacious. Locations was perfect for eating out and easy walking distance to the Parliament Buildings. Peter at check in was friendly and informative. Breakfast was fantastic with options.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel did not disappoint. On our way back to Toronto from Quebec we have decided to spend the night it was comfortable, spacious and the staff are courteous. I will definitely recommend it to friends and family.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was wide and clean.Were stayed 12th floor and I loved the view.The breakfast had a lot of choices.Over all it was a perfect stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

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

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Room was bigger than expected and very clean. Beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marysol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service 👍 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Imran

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kola

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, big space and courteous staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shivaun

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bhanu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good price and location. Free breakfast has many options including gluten free options.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all very friendly and helpful. The room was very spacious and had everything (and more!) that we needed. Convenient location. I would stay here again if I’m back in Ottawa.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanjay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The very best at this price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice big room, quiet and very good location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025