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The Business Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near University of Ottawa in Ottawa

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed
Lunch and dinner served
Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed
Lobby
Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen

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180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON, K2P0L3
  • Place, University of Ottawa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Byward Market Square
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Parliament Hill
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(193 reviews)
  • 66 sq m
  • 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

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(116 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Mini Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(527 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(93 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(135 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 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
(109 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Ottawa

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Centretown hotel, you'll find Rideau Canal and University of Ottawa. Byward Market Square and Parliament Hill are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Elgin Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • University of Ottawa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Byward Market Square - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Parliament Hill - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

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
  • ‪Zak's Diner - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪East India Company - ‬3 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. 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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • 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 25 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

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 at the property
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 25 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 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
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. 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. 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

Reviews

The Business Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5744 out of 8066 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1864 out of 8066 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 291 out of 8066 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 8066 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 97 out of 8066 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it . It was like our own apartment it had everything .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

HYUNJIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for everyting
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

juvelyn

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good value. Nice staff. Room furnishings a bit dated but comfortable. Free breakfast was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent!

Amazing experience and space to stay! Yes it's dated, but that should be ignored. We called it pre-covid hotel service that we haven't experienced in 5 years. Free laundry which was a plus midway through a road trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jing

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sincere Y L

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Camille

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice stay. Did not like room on ground floor but room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Good Place

The hotel is different from most, but it is a good place to stay if you are looking for space, with a balcony. However, as our trip was about accessibility, it was a little tricky to move around the hallways.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eniola

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, great staff, great rooms and amenities, great breakfast service, good transit connections and tourist attractions close by. Awesome for the price. Not common to find something this good for the price with all that's included.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast needs work
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gem of a hotel for families

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Hotel perfectly suited our needs. Great breakfast options, big room, convenient. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love our spacious and clean room! The hotel location is perfect! Walking distance to various tourist spots!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve, Barrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very attentive, polite, and responsive. Excellent service overall and a great location right in the city
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
NICE
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol ann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room with everything you could possibly need, staff was friendly, love the no housekeeping option to save $10. Breakfast was plentiful . Also love the big balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
We had a great stay at the Business Inn. The rooms are a little dated but the room has all the amenities you could need. The included breakfast is also a great way to start the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location. Reasonable price compared to others in the area. A/C was great in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lynda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025