The Business Inn

2.5 star property

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace
Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace
Pet Executive Ground Floor Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 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

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

The Business Inn

Hotel with free breakfast, a short 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 and includes sofa beds. 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.

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 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 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
  • 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 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

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
  • 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
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 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
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
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The Business Inn Hotel Ottawa

The Business Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5054 out of 7194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1715 out of 7194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 273 out of 7194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 7194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 7194 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

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I did loved one of my best hotel experiences, specially since includes breakfast and nice rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Esmatullah

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stuffy Room
I appreciated the parking lot in the heart of downtown, although it was expensive. Checking in was a breeze, and the breakfast was amazing. However, I didn't like it for the following reasons: - staff were bossy and less approachable. - The room was big, but it was so stuffy that I woke up around 2 am and sensed an old smell from the room. I couldn't go back to sleep. - It was all curtained; there was no natural light. It was stuffy because these rooms never got fresh air from outside. All these fans and ventilation tools circulate the same air inside. I hate this stuffed and suffocating air.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxana

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and well arranged, breakfast could be better
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vongai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really appreciate the front desk staff. They were so kind and accommodating. From my check in to my check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here many times. Great location. Happy to be able to cook.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruno

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with partner
Loved the rooms, spacious and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

LARRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nertila

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, rooms and breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trudy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ver clean, spacious and comfortale
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bilal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms, excellent breakfast and easy access to downtown. Staff was very welcoming and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

hm

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Martha

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mike

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Agbolade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love how spacious and neat the room was. Keep it up 👍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Airat

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was super spacious and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Big room and clean , staff are polite answer all my questions
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khushbu

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is very friendly and very good service.Location is convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Heather Victoria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the enormous rooms, & kitchen facilities were so handy. Generous free & tasty breakfast. The desk staff were lovely. Bit noisy, from heating and air purifiers etc but we just turned them off to sleep. Overall we were very pleased & would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024