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The Business Inn

2.5 star property

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Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed
Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen
Front of property
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June

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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

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(228 reviews)
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(134 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(665 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(123 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(154 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
(134 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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 Rogers Centre Ottawa and Parliament Hill.

What's nearby

  • Elgin Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Rideau Canal - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ottawa City Hall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Arts Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Ottawa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

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
  • ‪Elgin Street Diner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bridgehead - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Colonnade Pizza - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Business Inn

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 offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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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 self 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
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 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

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

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and outdoor lighting 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 21 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Business Inn on 31 May 2026 start from AU$191, 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 secured covered self car park with in/out privileges for CAD 25 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. 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.

Is The Business Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Business Inn is a hit with families.

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. 6066 out of 8311 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1790 out of 8311 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 299 out of 8311 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 8311 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 98 out of 8311 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Ogochukwu, Pemberton

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were welcoming and supportive; however, the hotel and room were not what I expected. The online pictures were deceiving.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent service, fast and courteous. Clean room, ample breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was seamless and spotless
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Our room was ver spacious and there was a pod selection and breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Diane, Tottenham

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
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

8/10 Good

Miriam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very helpful staff. We left a day early due to ice storm coming the following day. We were refunded for the third night and which was very much appreciated
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Carole, Blind River

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, great room layout, quiet, spotless. The continental breakfast was good. The option of a to go bag with water & snacks were appreciated. The underground parking kept our car safe. The reception staff were pleasant & efficient. We were glad we checked in early since we were provided with the pass key for entry in the garage later that day. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Nelson

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

ASHISH

Clean room,
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Luciana a g

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff great House cleaning great Breakfast wonderful. Everithing excelente
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Maksym

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Almog

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at The Business Inn with six families for a long weekend to experience the Winter Festival in Ottawa, and we had a fantastic time. The hotel’s central location made it incredibly convenient to get around and enjoy all the festival activities. The rooms were clean, spacious, and very comfortable—perfect for families traveling together. The staff was warm, welcoming, and especially accommodating, making sure our rooms were next to each other, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Breakfast was varied and delicious, offering plenty of options for both kids and adults. Everyone in our group—children and grown-ups alike—was extremely happy with the stay. We enjoyed it so much that we’ve already booked another vacation at the hotel. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karthik kumar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was fantastic, the suite was a bit cold although the heating was turned on. Overall, the staff was great, breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and spacious. The breakfast had great variety and hit the spot before we headed out skating on the canal. They even had snacks bags with a water bottle to take to go. We highly recommend this hotel. It is an easy walk to the Rideau Canal and Parliamet buildings. It was very secure.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Lucille

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, walkable to nearby restaurants , Confederation Park, shopping and Rideau Canal. The one bedroom suite is great for having visitors. Friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shelyane

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Waltraud

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious room. The breakfast was excellent. The staff very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
comfortable and staff is friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Natali

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

10/10 Excellent

Ekaterina

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Efraim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really accommodating and friendly. The room was nicely set up and clean. I had a great stay would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice big spacious room. Dresser was too big in the bedroom but other than that everything was spacious and comfortable. Staff was very nice and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steve

If you put a gun to my head to say something bad about the business inn. I could only say the elevator is small and slow. Other than that 5’s across the board. We will be back. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Abiola

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026