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The Business Inn

2.5 star property

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Free daily continental breakfast
Front of property
Reception
Billiards

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is $135
$113 nightly
$135 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22

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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.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(232 reviews)
  • 712 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

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Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(678 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(127 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(157 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
(138 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Ottawa

A stay at The Business Inn places you in the heart of Ottawa, within a 15-minute walk of Rideau Canal and National Arts Centre. .This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from University of Ottawa and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Parliament Hill.

What's nearby

  • Elgin Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Rideau Canal - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ottawa City Hall - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • National Arts Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of Ottawa - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Ottawa Station - 5 min drive
  • UOttawa Station - 10 min walk
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lieutenant's Pump - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bridgehead - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Elgin Street Diner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Johnny Farina Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Business Inn

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 158 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Computers with complimentary wired and wireless internet access are provided to keep you connected, along with 46-inch LCD televisions for entertainment. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. This hotel also features a vending machine and bike parking.
At The Business Inn, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
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.

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 self 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
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 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 fire extinguisher, 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. 6062 out of 8260 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1755 out of 8260 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 290 out of 8260 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 8260 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 96 out of 8260 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, great breakfast bar and very convenient location. We had a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

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Great place!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Binbin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, room is spacious, breakfast is very nice, well worth the money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ayesha

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Amazing amenities and great breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and amenities, walking distance to many restaurants and sites
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Taryn

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Great place to stay! Would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Natali

Very clean room, friendly staff, great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pauline

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very clean and large room, excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff, everything was clean, great breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, easy parking, great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pacôme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay. The staff were pleasant and the room was magnificent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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The room size was perfect for a family of five and the breakfast was delicious and had a variety of options.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hailey

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The staff were extremely nice and rooms were very clean and always cleaned while we were gone.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jessica

Nice stay, like a mini apartment, big washroom. Good breakfast and lots of seating area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Mohamed

spacious rooms, rooms have a nice furnished touch and the breakfast format is handy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to all amenities and the Courthouse, the reason for our visit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hôtel on the heart of Ottawa !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay. Proximity to Winterlude and tge Rideau Canal was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean extra large room in a great location and the most amazing hotel staff I have ever dealt with. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Taralee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable - rooms had everything we needed and then more !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious room, staff were friendly and helpful and provided suggestions of activities to do snd good restaurants to visit, walking distance to popular attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

CORINNE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, excellent breakfast, excellent location. Great value for the price. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed all aspects of our stay at Business Inn
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Pitsiulala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and good spot to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ramandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well maintained, clean and staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026