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The Business Inn

2.5 star property

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

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(119 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(80 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(92 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(435 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Suite, 1 Queen/King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(146 reviews)
  • 712 sq ft
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(84 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

The Business Inn

Hotel in Centretown
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a 24-hour business center, self parking, and concierge services.
The Business Inn offers 158 accommodations with computers and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 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.
The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This hotel offers access to a 24-hour business center. This business-friendly hotel also offers a 24-hour fitness center, a vending machine, and multilingual staff. Limited onsite parking is offered on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge), and a car charging station is available.

The Business Inn is a smoke-free property.

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, Portuguese, Spanish

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
  • 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

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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

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

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5360 out of 7556 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1753 out of 7556 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 286 out of 7556 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 7556 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 7556 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

Dominic

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

8/10 Good

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great! There are a lot of businesses (restaurants, small grocery markets, etc.). The breakfast was amazing!! The staff was nice, friendly and professional!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Sutton

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick U

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The size of the suite was sizable and very clean. I will book the hotel again if in the city
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiziana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service, nice and spacious rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The most spacious and complete room we've ever been in! It has everything: stove,pots, microwave, toaster, cutlery, desktop computer, printer, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel with very accommodating staff. Great breakfast. Would definitely stay there again when in Ottawa.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn Kennedy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean and free breakfast is a plus
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The layout of the room itself was excellent, just like a small apartment with separate bedroom and living area. The kitchen wall very convenient too, great for entertaining a few friends that visited while we were there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michel

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great. Staff were excellent and it was close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Continental breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serguei

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

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tomasz

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect location.

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building itself is older looking and the rooms are a little dated. However the location is great...the staff are super, ample options available for their free breakfast and you have everything you need in the room. Computer, couch, fridge, stove and microwave and a very comfy bed!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney s

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff great room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chun Hing

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

Great experience

This was our second time to stay there. The staff kept their high service level and offered help to us in no time
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025