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The Business Inn

2.5 star property
Travelers unwind in the inviting atmosphere of this downtown hotel, where a delicious breakfast fuels daily adventures in the heart of the city

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The Business Inn, in central Centretown, offers comfort and convenience. Guests enjoy continental breakfast at MacLaren's on Elgin, in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour gym. Its central location and great value earn consistent praise from visitors.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Room options

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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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(206 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
  • 712 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(119 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(562 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 350 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(102 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(143 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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
(114 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Centretown, The Business Inn is in a walkable area in Ottawa with good shopping. Canadian Museum of Nature and National Arts Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Nordik Spa-Nature and Ottawa River Parkway. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at TD Place Stadium or Gatineau Sports Centre. Guests love the hotel's central location.
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Map
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON, K2P0L3

What's nearby

  • Elgin Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Rideau Canal - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • National Arts Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of Ottawa - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

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
  • ‪Sir John A Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪East India Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bridgehead - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Business Inn

Hotel near Rideau Canal
Close to University of Ottawa and Byward Market Square, The Business Inn provides free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, MacLaren's on Elgin, offers lunch, dinner, and 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), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
  • A billiards/pool table, concierge services, and bicycle parking
  • Luggage storage, an elevator, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, overall value, and central 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 clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 46-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Separate sitting areas, kitchens, and full-sized refrigerators/freezers

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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 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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Business Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of Jan 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Business Inn on Jan 28, 2026 start from $87.49, 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?

Self parking is available for CAD 25 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Business Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 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 10-minute walk of Elgin Street and Rideau Canal. University of Ottawa and Parliament Hill are also within 1 mi (2 km). UOttawa Station is 10 minutes by foot and Parliament Station is 15 minutes.

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Reviews

The Business Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5886 out of 8189 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1846 out of 8189 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 297 out of 8189 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 8189 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 97 out of 8189 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and spacious and the breakfast buffet was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a quaint, unique spot, friendly staff and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms, excellent breakfast and super central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Althea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you, was a nice stay for 3 nights, clean rooms, efficient staff, good place, I recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room great location good value!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and the room was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Aili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, room, location and parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless and staff always so helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice rooms, helpful staff, and very nice amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Clean, comfortable room, friendly staff, Everything was well kept and easy from check in to check out. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The amenities were top notch and the staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahdi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Honestly, I really loved staying at this hotel. Their services were great, the room was super clean, and it's literally close to everything: downtown, restaurants, stores, you name it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Friendly staff, comfortable suite and kitchen , great location for Elgin street shops and restos!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms were exceptionally clean and the beds were very very comfortable. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

janssel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was amazing, clean and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff were great and freindly and breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great amenities and location. Room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, super nice staff (we loved the receptionist guys for night shift & housekeepers), clean room, comfy beds. Delicious breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bhupinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is good, very clean rooms, the attencion of the front desk excelent, the breakfast is good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very reasonable prices for their suites with a full kitchen! The room was very clean and the staff were extremely kind and knowledgeable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toyin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, breakfast, friendly and professional staff, great amenities, proximity to different places in downtown
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rowena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very large, and the staff were very kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent room; staff are very friendly. Fresh food every morning; the view from my balcony was breathtaking. I’ll love to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025