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The Business Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near University of Ottawa in Ottawa

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Front of property - evening/night
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Pet Executive Ground Floor Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Lobby
Economy Suite, 1 Queen 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
  • MacLaren's on Elgin
    1 min walk
  • uOttawa Station
    10 min walk
  • Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    18 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

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

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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

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

View all photos for Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

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

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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

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Two Bed Suite, 2 King/Queen Beds, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Ottawa

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Centretown hotel, you'll find Rideau Canal and University of Ottawa. Elgin Street and Canadian Museum of Nature are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • National Arts Centre - 12 min walk
  • University of Ottawa - 14 min walk
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 15 min walk
  • Parliament Hill - 17 min walk
  • Byward Market Square - 3 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Elgin Street Diner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zak's Diner - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cooper's Gastropub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bridgehead Coffeehouse - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Business Inn

Hotel near University of Ottawa in 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 center on site. A 24-hour fitness center, 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 center (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Business Inn offers 158 accommodations with computers and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include sofa beds. 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.

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities

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 20 per night)
  • 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

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Billiards/pool table

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 46-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Computer

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

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
This property's underground parking has a maximum vehicle height limit of 6.2 feet (1.87 meters).

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!
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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 20.00 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-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 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
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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 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

How close is The Business Inn to the airport?

The Business Inn is 9.4 mi (18-min drive) away from the Ottawa International Airport (YOW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Business Inn?

As of Dec 24, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Business Inn on Jan 15, 2025 start from $91.23, excluding 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.

Does The Business Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Business Inn.

Does The Business Inn offer free breakfast?

The Business Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Business Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino du Lac Leamy (9-min drive) and Rideau Carleton Raceway (18-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Business Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Business Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for CAD 20.00 per night.

Does The Business Inn have a pool?

The Business Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Business Inn have a restaurant?

The Business Inn is home to MacLaren's on Elgin, which features light fare.

Does The Business Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Business Inn to downtown Ottawa?

The Business Inn is 0.6 mi away from Ottawa.

The Business Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4970 out of 7068 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1685 out of 7068 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 267 out of 7068 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 7068 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 83 out of 7068 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

DENNIS, OTTAWA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has reasonable rates, discounts if you do not ask for housekeeping, free laundry and breakfasts, computer and printer in room, spacious rooms and great downtown location with numerous good restaurants nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value. Great breakfast provided each morning
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for dining options and walk ability to major sites - Parliament Hill, ByWard Market. Good price for the location. Staff was friendly and efficient. Parking and breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic room had lots of amenities - a kitchen, a desktop computer, a printer, a balcony, a separate bedroom, etc Breakfast was also a nice bonus. Good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

shahab

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed twice in August and September to drop off my daughter at university and then a quick visit to drop off items she wanted from home. This is by far her favorite hotel in Ottawa. We throughly enjoyed the access to linens on each floor to help ourselves so we don’t have to call housekeeping. The rooms were spacious and the desk / work station enabled for me to do some work. The breakfast is a hit. The breakfast sandwiches and oatmeal were delicious and the prepackaged snack bar with water bottle was throughly appreciated. The layout of the hotel is a little strange but the small lobby ensured they could observe and maintain the safety of the guests.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
All good here
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a great location for business trips. A perfect combination of comfort and utility.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Manon

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

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great hotel . This was our third stay here and our first choice each time and if we return to Ottawa , will be our choice again. They provide the best included breakfast we have seen. Many choices to start your day. They offer ways to save. Staff are very pleasant and helpful. Central location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Olayemi

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is spacious , staffs are helpful. AC. Is the room is noisy. Pillows are too small
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alakesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
5 stars
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

kiren

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

10/10 Excellent

Ihab

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

chantal

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

10/10 Excellent

Reina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

HENRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is great, rooms are very specious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Josee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel bien situé. Personnel super sympathique et aidant. Appartement propre et cuisine bien équipée. Seul bémol: un peu de rénovation serait souhaitable, comme améliorer la ventilation (le climatiseur était très bruyant) et remplacer le tapis par un autre couvre-sol. Le déjeuner inclut est extraordinaire, mais l'utilisation d'autant de vaisselle jetable fait mal au coeur...
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel seemed to think of everything. I mean, i have never stayed in a hotel that had literally everything in the suite that i could want and more. The suite was older, but had a very retro vibe and nothing 'looked' old or worn. Everything looked like it was just installed yesterday. Very cool place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Spacious and comfortable room, was more like a small apartment with kitchenette. Included breakfast was basic but enough to start the day. Good location close to restaurants and Parliament hill. Easy 15 min walk from Via Rail station.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved indoor and outdoor parking. The free breakfast was great. Close to the start line of my race. Definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024