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46-inch LCD TV with cable channels, computer
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Overview of The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 star property

4.5/5 Wonderful

Guests rated this property 4.5/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • Kitchen
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180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON, K2P0L3

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationParliament Hill17 min walk
  • Popular LocationByward Market Square3 min drive
  • Popular LocationNational Gallery of Canada4 min drive
  • AirportOttawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)20 min drive

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About this area

Ottawa

Located in Ottawa, The Business Inn is in the city center. Peace Tower and Royal Canadian Mint are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Byward Market Square and Rideau Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at TD Place Stadium or Gatineau Sports Centre. Guests appreciate the hotel's central location.
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What's nearby

  • Museum of Nature - 8 min walk
  • Ottawa City Hall - 11 min walk
  • Parliament Hill - 17 min walk
  • Byward Market Square - 3 min drive
  • National Gallery of Canada - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Ottawa Station - 5 min drive
  • Carleton Station - 6 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 21 min drive

About this property

The Business Inn

Hotel in the heart of Centretown
Close to University of Ottawa and Byward Market Square, The Business Inn provides free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a bar. The onsite restaurant, MacLaren's on Elgin, features light fare. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Self parking (surcharge), a computer station, and concierge services
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • An elevator, bicycle parking, and express check-out
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the location
Room features
All 158 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews highly rate the comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 46-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Separate sitting areas, kitchens, and full-sized refrigerators/freezers

Languages

English, French

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Property is disinfected with electrostatic spray
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter

Social distancing

Contactless check-in and check-out
Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Masks and gloves available
Masks are required at the property
Hand sanitizer provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
Individually-wrapped food options available for breakfast
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (CAD 20.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM–10 AM
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar

Restaurants on site

  • MacLaren's on Elgin

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Bike parking

Family friendly

  • Full-sized refrigerator
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave

Conveniences

  • Elevator

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (1200 square feet)
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Entertainment

  • 46-inch LCD TV
  • Cable channels
  • Computer
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 4 PM - anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 per room (up to 40 lbs)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Litter boxes are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children 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:

  • 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.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions; guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Business Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 per room) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet.

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

As of Aug 19, 2022, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Business Inn on Sep 14, 2022 start from P 5,302.09, 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.

How much is parking at The Business Inn?

Self parking is available for CAD 20.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Business Inn?

Check-in is from 4 PM - anytime.

What time is check-out at The Business Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Business Inn located?

Located in Centretown, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Elgin Street and University of Ottawa. Parliament Hill and Byward Market Square are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free at The Business Inn and receive a full refund?

Yes, The Business Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to The Business Inn cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Overall score and ratings

4.5

Wonderful

Rating 5 - Excellent. 1808 out of 2960 reviews
5 - Excellent 61%
Rating 4 - Good. 904 out of 2960 reviews
4 - Good 31%
Rating 3 - Okay. 147 out of 2960 reviews
3 - Okay 5%
Rating 2 - Poor. 57 out of 2960 reviews
2 - Poor 2%
Rating 1 - Terrible. 44 out of 2960 reviews
1 - Terrible 1%

4.5/5

Cleanliness

4.5/5

Staff & service

4.4/5

Amenities

4.3/5

Property conditions & facilities

4.2/5

Eco-friendliness
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4/5 Good

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
An family friendly place for vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

4/5 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Friendly staff and very convenient location. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

4/5 Good

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and the staff were helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

5/5 Excellent

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for the money. Very clean and well kept property. Great location to be able to walk just about anywhere in the downtown core.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

5/5 Excellent

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasant experience when I stay at this hotel. The staff are helpful and friendly. The room is always clean and inviting. I especially love the balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022