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The Business Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Rideau Canal
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
November 2024
December 2024

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Front of property - evening/night
Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed
Free daily continental breakfast
Lobby
Signature Suite, 1 Queen/King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | Bathroom

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON, K2P0L3
  • Elgin Street
    1 min walk
  • Rideau Canal
    7 min walk
  • Ottawa City Hall
    11 min walk
  • Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    19 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Signature Suite, 1 Queen/King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

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

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Two Bed Suite, 2 King/Queen Beds, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Sofa bed - queen
Pillow-top bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Ottawa

The Business Inn places you in the centre of Ottawa, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Rideau Canal and University of Ottawa. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free continental breakfast and in-room kitchens. .MacLaren's on Elgin is open for lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business centre. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this Centretown hotel include Shaw Centre and Parliament Hill.

What's nearby

  • Rideau Canal - 7 min walk
  • University of Ottawa - 14 min walk
  • Shaw Centre - 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
  • ‪Bridgehead Coffeehouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cooper's Gastropub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Elgin Beer Project - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Business Inn

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Rideau Canal
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.

  • 1 building
  • 158 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • Built in 1968
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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 provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French

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
  • Covered parking on site (CAD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • 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

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
  • 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
  • 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 - 18

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
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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

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 20.00 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

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, debit cards and cash
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Business Inn?

The Business Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 30 Oct 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Business Inn on 1 Nov 2024 start from AU$162.50, including 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.

Is parking available at The Business Inn?

Yep, The Business Inn has a covered self car park with in/out privileges for CAD 20.00 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

What makes The Business Inn a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Business Inn.

Does The Business Inn serve breakfast?

You bet, our guests highly rate the free continental breakfast here! Offered daily from 7 AM to 10 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Business Inn?

No, The Business Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Business Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Business Inn?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Business Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Business Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4831 out of 6923 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1677 out of 6923 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 266 out of 6923 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 6923 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 84 out of 6923 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hongfeng

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Hongyi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie Joan Socorro

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Value for Money
It was a good night's stay. Walking distance to Parliament Hill and other sights. I like their toiletries, Dove. Breakfast has a variety of selection.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

clyde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

ESMERALDO, Toronto

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first time at this hotel very impressed it was like my second home Amazing kitchen living room bedroom I felt I was at my home great breakfast full of variety food Next time I am visiting Ottawa this will be my first choice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were many extras that we have not seen in hotels - umbrellas, recliners in room, full kitchen! Very friendly and helpful staff. We will come again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location and reasonably priced
Good breakfast but a long lineup to get it. The hotel was conveniently located, reasonably priced and with a very large unit. I’d stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

kelechi

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Even though it was old, it was neat
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

natacha

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel clean and safe great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Isabelle

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Li Rong

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall is good except the noise of air conditioner and the the sgrong smell of laundry in the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Joanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We arrived a little early and they were able to give us a room. We were there for a wedding and getting our room early allowed us extra time to change,etc. The breakfast was hot and delicious. The cleanliness was supurb and many extra details. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kristoffer

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean and spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are big, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s clean & convenient to walk around the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvain

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bien avec un Plus !
Globalement, ça s’est très bien déroulé. J’ai vécu un petit problème de santé et l’hôtel a très bien réagi. J’en ai été agréablement surpris.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucenia

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great!
Everything was great specially the abundant breakfast, the spacious and comfortable rooms and excellent service from staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jiwoo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

oizamisi

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
They upgraded my stay. The room was very well kept and enjoyed my time there
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvain

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Avec un petit plus ➕
Tout s’est bien déroulé mais j’ai eu un problème de santé qui a été très bien traité.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was like a studio apt, which I wasn't expecting. It would be an excellent place to stay for a longer time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Salvatore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked the safety of the area did lik the system of elevators
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Larry

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent location and big rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024