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The Business Inn

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Exterior
Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Free daily continental breakfast
Lobby
Signature Suite, 1 Queen/King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview of The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 star property

9.0/10 Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • Kitchen
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180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON, K2P0L3

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationParliament Hill17 min walk
  • Popular LocationByward Market Square3 min drive
  • Popular LocationNational Gallery of Canada4 min drive
  • AirportOttawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)20 min drive

Room options

About this area

Ottawa

Located in Ottawa, The Business Inn is in the city center. Peace Tower and Royal Canadian Mint are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Sparks Street Mall and Rideau Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at TD Place Stadium or Gatineau Sports Centre. Guests appreciate the hotel's central location.
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What's nearby

  • Museum of Nature - 8 min walk
  • Ottawa City Hall - 11 min walk
  • Parliament Hill - 17 min walk
  • Byward Market Square - 3 min drive
  • National Gallery of Canada - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Ottawa Station - 5 min drive
  • UOttawa Station - 10 min walk
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 3 min walk
  • Elgin Street Diner - 4 min walk
  • Datsun - 4 min walk
  • McLaren's Pub - 1 min walk
  • Colonnade Pizza & Restaurant - 4 min walk

About this property

The Business Inn

Hotel located in Centretown
At The Business Inn, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a bar. The onsite restaurant, MacLaren's on Elgin, features 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), express check-out, and bicycle parking
  • An elevator, smoke-free premises, and a computer station
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the 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 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

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Property is disinfected using an electrostatic sprayer
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter

Social distancing

Contactless check-in and check-out
Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Masks and gloves available
Masks are required at the property
Hand sanitizer provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
Individually-wrapped food options available for breakfast
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 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
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • MacLaren's on Elgin

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,200 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

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

  • 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

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)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 4 PM - anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 per room (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Litter boxes are available

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:

  • 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
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?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 per room) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The Business Inn?

As of Mar 21, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Business Inn on Apr 10, 2023 start from CA $136.22, 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 is from 4 PM - 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 2 mi (3 km) of Elgin Street, University of Ottawa, and Parliament Hill. Byward Market Square and Carleton University are also within 3 mi (5 km). UOttawa Station is 10 minutes by foot and Parliament Station is 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free at The Business Inn and receive a full refund?

Yes, The Business Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to The Business Inn cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

The Business Inn Reviews

The Business Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2264 out of 3559 reviews" "
" "10 - Excellent 64%
Rating 8 - Good. 1034 out of 3559 reviews" "
" "8 - Good 29%
Rating 6 - Okay. 158 out of 3559 reviews" "
" "6 - Okay 4%
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 3559 reviews" "
" "4 - Poor 1%
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 3559 reviews" "
" "2 - Terrible 2%

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.1/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Safia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A staff member name Nur and Ahmed gave us great hospitality experience. They went above and beyond for us. Customer satisfaction experience. Thank you guys
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaskaren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Even after check out staff let us park the car until 3 pm 😁
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Kathy

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, convenient, spacious rooms and handy to Elgin Street restaurants and National Arts Centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

C

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property location and amenities were excellent. Glad it included free breakfast and kitchen has dishes and silverware.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blessing

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They had everything I needed in the suite.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

MEGAN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was happy with this hotel but it does need updating
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was nicely appointed- basically a full little kitchen. The breakfast that was included was surprisingly good, with a nice variety to choose from.There was a computer and printer in the room. There were two TV's, one of which had a remote that didn't work, and one of which had a remote missing. The elevator system was frustrating in the extreme. One pair (one of which was out of service) served only certain floors, and another pair served all floors. The signage guiding you from one set of elevators to the other was seriously lacking. I probably would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Y

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was as described. The free breakfast is good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, fair price, good and clean facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023