The Business Inn

2.5 star property

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Front of property - evening/night
Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Lunch and dinner served
Lobby
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar

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.)
    18 min drive

Room options

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • 712 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

  • 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 provided daily.

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

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
  • 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 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

  • 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
  • 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: 18

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
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
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 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
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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite 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

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
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The Business Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5002 out of 7162 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1733 out of 7162 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 274 out of 7162 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 7162 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 7162 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

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised by this hotel. The suite was large - with the full kitchen one could easily stay for a longer term. I was just there overnight but the central location is very close to the Rideau canal and Parliament Buildings. Staff were great, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Galina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place to stay during our short vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good. Service is a bit slow
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing large room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rob

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikolaj, Hamilton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with plenty of dining options. Rooms are clean and kitchen is fully stocked with utensils
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Great value. Centrally located.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kareem

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good Bang for the buck
Great family friendly suite and great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

EURIM

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

10/10 Excellent

JUN

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I appreciate the computer and printer in each room, just another thing that always makes our stay pleasant and restful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise, Coquitlam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went above n beyond. Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Excellent value
Wonderful spacious clean room. A home away from home right in the heart of Ottawa
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a Winner!
This hotel is always, always excellent and always meets or exceeds my expectations. For me, it's an excellent location, and the price is more than right, and you get more than everything you need in any room you stay in.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume

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

10/10 Excellent

Josie, Newberry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding, very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Business Inn is excellent. We have stayed there many times over the years. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast offering
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice Services were good quiet don't think that I didn't enjoy is that I had a call to my room at 10:35 saying that maintenance was coming to my room and they're waiting outside I didn't call for maintenance and check out his at 11:00 so I feel like it was being rushed out of my room faster than I needed to be. If the "maintenance call" was simply to tell me or give me the warning that check out time was coming soon they could have called stating high this is a courtesy call to remind you that check out time is at 11:00 But overall it was nice place hotwl to stay at. would recommend it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roza

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very professional and attentive to customer needs. I like the effect that they have a team of bilingual staff it allows customers who do not know how to speak English to feel safe when explaining their needs in French. I remember Mr Julien, one of the staff who offered us better service in French, we had the impression of being in France. Also the breakfast was so fresh and good !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

SAJAN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cooperative staff
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

PING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is very clean and everything looks new.Just a little loud at night because the whole street Is bar.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024