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The Business Inn

Property class: 2.5

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a clock on the wall, and a window with a view of trees.
A bar with multiple screens, stools, and a well-stocked bar counter.
A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a lamp.
A hotel entrance with a green awning displaying "The Business Inn" and the number "180".
A modern kitchen with a white stove, microwave, and refrigerator.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is $135
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25

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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

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

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

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

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

A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden dresser with multiple drawers, two bedside lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(152 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a clock on the wall, and a window with a view of trees.

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with a view of buildings.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

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

View all photos for Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a mirror, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a coffee table, and a couch.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(144 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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 offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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. Open daily.

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. 6113 out of 8310 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1741 out of 8310 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 292 out of 8310 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 8310 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 103 out of 8310 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, good location, good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to stay while visiting the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maryia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms, nice breakfast, not our first time here and definitely will be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay greatnlocation will stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Juvy

Good breakfast .. affordable price for the family.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Manoucheka

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The staff was very good and the breakfast too!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast selection, very friendly staff, clean and spacious room, excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Estrellita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we are very happy with hotel .. its clean walkable to everything ..
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was lovely Room was clean Staff were nice and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little spot to stay at if you're in Ottawa on work or just visiting!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast meet my standards and local was great many restaurants close by
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Loren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, beds are extremely comfortable, all the amenities you need!! I would definitely recommend this hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samson Oluwauyi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast and well behave staff 👍
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was a pleasant surprise, staff was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Khalil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room , good on the reception , delicious breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Muthanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is great with excellent coffee and hot beverages options to choose from.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location at a good price
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Staff was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jagdish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms, comfortable furniture, great staff. Walking distance to museums and landmarks with plenty of great places to eat along Elgin street.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The surrounding area is nice, lots of things to do.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sanjna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and in-room facilities, highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026