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The Business Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near University of Ottawa
your current months are May, 2024 and June, 2024.
May 2024
June 2024

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Front of property - evening/night
Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed
Free daily continental breakfast
Lobby
Signature Suite, 1 Queen/King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed | Bathroom
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Gym
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May

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Map
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON, K2P0L3
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Ottawa14 min walk
  • Popular LocationShaw Centre15 min walk
  • Popular LocationParliament Hill17 min walk
  • AirportOttawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)18 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • 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

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

Highlights

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

View all photos for Two Bed Suite, 2 King/Queen Beds, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Ottawa

The Business Inn is located in Centretown, a walkable area in Ottawa with good shopping. National Gallery of Canada and Canadian Museum of History are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Byward Market Square. Elgin Street and Museum of Nature are also worth visiting. Guests love the hotel's central location.
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What's nearby

  • Ottawa City Hall - 11 min walk
  • University of Ottawa - 14 min walk
  • Shaw Centre - 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

  • Giulia - 3 min walk
  • McDonald's - 3 min walk
  • Citizen - 1 min walk
  • Deacon Brodie's Whisky Bar - 2 min walk
  • Colonnade Pizza & Restaurant - 4 min walk

About this property

The Business Inn

Hotel located in Centretown
Close to Shaw Centre and University of Ottawa, 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 centre.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station and express check-out
  • A lift, multilingual staff and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and a billiards/pool table
  • Guest reviews say great things the overall value, central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 158 rooms include comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews highly rate the overall comfort, quietness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 46-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Separate sitting areas, kitchens and full-sized fridge/freezers

Languages

English, French

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
  • Covered parking on site (CAD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site 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

  • 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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 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

  • 12 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1968
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste on request
  • Towels

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)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products available
  • 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 - 18

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

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
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 100.00 per accommodation

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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 13 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Business Inn on 20 May 2024 start from NZ$217.69, 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.

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

What time is check-out at The Business Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Business Inn located?

Located in Centretown, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Elgin Street, University of Ottawa and Shaw Centre. Parliament Hill and Byward Market Square are also within 1 mile (2 km). UOttawa Station is 10 minutes by foot and Parliament Station is 15 minutes.

The Business Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4438 out of 6486 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1647 out of 6486 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 243 out of 6486 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 6486 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 6486 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the breakfast Didn't enjoy the shower head
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madhu

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the hotel, it was spacious and has all the amenities. Though breakfast options for vegetarians very minimal, apart from that everything was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Franca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near lots of restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luminita, East York

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good breakfast, close to shopping, restaurants and points of interest.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mahasweta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious rooms;although prices have gotten steep over the last couple of years, still value for money. Tip: provide more options for vegetarians
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jawad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

DONALD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was so clean and furniture good quality. and the breakfast were absolutely good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay , the hotel was great, I must say that the Ottawa I remember is not the one I saw in my visit, bit of a shame that this is the nations capitol and there were beggars on the street, while muki mucks dine outside of the downtown core.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Alfred

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This amazing hotel provides tvs in the living area and bedroom space, a vast variety of electronic tools. All rooms come with a well-equipped kitchen and the complementary breakfast selections out does just about any other chain.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024