The Business Inn

2.5 star property

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Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | Living area | 46-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, computer
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
$129
includes taxes & fees
Feb 12 - Feb 13

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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.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

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

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

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

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(144 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(119 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 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.

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 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. 5898 out of 8169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1814 out of 8169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 294 out of 8169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 8169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 100 out of 8169 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Andrea, Winnipeg

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The rooms are a bit outdated.Couch had a big stain on it.Lamps are in poor condition.There was a fire in the Mechanical room and everybody was evacuated.The fire happened before 10pm and we were allowed back in just sfter midnight.The local firedepartment handeld the situation pretty good.Staff didn't really know what to do.No compensation was offered for the inconvinience.Most likely will not stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kosi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good location, delicious breakfast and clean rooms and bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and staff were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrien

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, attention to detail. Convenient location. Excellent service. Affordable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I left before breakfast, room was clean (though a tad dated), room was also quiet and very spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eden

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, staff was professional and courteous
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHALAKA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
had a great stay!! one of the best
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Martha

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Massive room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great and very impressed with the breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great! Very clean. Excellent breakfast. Great value.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Caitlin M

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very clean, comfortable, spacious and friendly. Location is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Staff and breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne, HALIFAX

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We very much enjoyed our stay. The staff on the front desk were very welcoming and also the staff in the breakfast room also. The room was extremely clean. Very nice 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mihai

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall amazing. Breakfast could use proper utensils and cutlery.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
As usual perfect in every way.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Had a great stay. Appreciated the amenities in the kitchen and the cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025