The Business Inn

180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON K2P0L3 CA
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2.5 Star Property Near University of Ottawa
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  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • Free continental breakfast
  • Free breakfast
  • Billiards or pool table
  • Smoke-free property
  • Fitness facilities
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Verified Reviews of The Business Inn

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Awesome Stay!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I will definitely be back again. From the customer service I received to the suite I was in, and then add the yummy variety of selections from the free breakfast that was served, I loved everything about this hotel! Thanks so much for a great experience. Looking forward to booking with The Business Inn and Suites in the future. Highly recommended to anyone who’s curious.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from CA flag
28-Jan-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jan 25 to Sun Jan 26 2025 at a C$138.99 average nightly rate.
"Very Good"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Overall very good experience. Breakfast was great. The room was spacious, clean and quiet. The building was a bit of a maze to get around and the parking spots were a bit difficult to access.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from CA flag
12-Nov-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Nov 08 to Sun Nov 10 2024 at a C$152.00 average nightly rate.
"Excellent Hotel"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Excellent hotel. Very clean with very good staff.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from CA flag
03-May-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri May 03 to Sat May 04 2024 at a C$170.00 average nightly rate.
"The room was great and the staff were fantastic."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Excellent
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
25-Jan-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jan 25 to Fri Jan 26 2024 at a C$139.99 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

A stay at The Business Inn places you in the heart of Ottawa, within a 15-minute walk of Rideau Canal and University of Ottawa. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Parliament Hill and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Rogers Centre Ottawa.

At The Business Inn, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 158 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding, and all rooms are furnished with sofa beds. Computers with complimentary wired and wireless internet access are provided to keep you connected, along with 46-inch LCD televisions for entertainment. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, as well as phones with free local calls.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Elgin Street - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Rideau Canal - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Canadian Museum of Nature - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Confederation Park - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Sparks Street - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Ottawa City Hall - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
National Arts Centre - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Rideau Centre - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Rideau Mall - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Department of National Defense - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Sparks Street Mall - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
National War Memorial - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Confederation Square - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
University of Ottawa - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Major's Hill Park - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi

The preferred airport for The Business Inn is Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 15.1 km / 9.4 mi

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. This hotel also features a vending machine and bike parking.

Amenities / Features

  • Check In: 4:00 PM
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum age of oldest guest: 19
  • Covered parking
  • Garage
  • Secured parking
  • Uncovered parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Vending machine
  • Parking (limited spaces)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Bicycle parking available
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • Free continental breakfast
  • Off-street parking
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Recycling
  • LED light bulbs
  • Year Built - 1968
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Total number of rooms - 158
  • Number of floors - 12
  • Professional property host/manager
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Events/parties not allowed
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-out
  • Free breakfast
  • Billiards or pool table
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Electric car charging station
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Daily
  • Smoke-free property
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Fitness facilities
  • Computer station
  • 24-hour business center
  • Concierge services

Airport & Shuttle Information

20 minute driveTaxi $30 - $35

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets not allowed

No pets allowed.

Misc Fees / Policies

  • 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'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.

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Parking height restrictions apply.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Cleaning Policies

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Cashless transactions are available

Essential workers only - NO

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