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The Business Inn

180 MacLaren Street | at Elgin, Ottawa, Ontario K2P0L3, Canada
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The Business Inn
Ranked #9 of 62 hotels in Ottawa
4.5 of 5 stars 144 Reviews
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What travelers say about this hotel
  • Parliament hill(6)
  • Very large(6)
  • Free internet(5)
  • Elgin street(5)
  • Flat screen TV(4)
  • Byward Market(4)
  • Friendly and helpful(4)
  • Great Hotel(3)
  • Continental breakfast(3)
  • Dining table(3)
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Toronto
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

This was our second stay at The Business Inn in a couple of years, and given the massive size of the suites, the cleanliness of the place, the friendliness of the service, the comfort of the beds, the hugeness of the tv screens, the convenience of the eat-in or take-it-to go breakfast, the central location, and the very reasonable cost,... More

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Amsterdam
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012 NEW

At our arrival the super attentive staffmember gave us the keycard for the MacLaren suite. After entering this suite we thought that it must have been a mistake.....an enormous suite with a fully equipped kitchen, computer & printer and desk, sofa and couches, huge flatscreen and......fantastic bed! (of course also a bathroom) Only the ceiling.....too much an office look. Location... More

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Kingston, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012

Greeted by a friendly and courteous staff we enjoyed staying in a large suite with full kitchen, king sized bed, computer and fully equipped kitchen. Large windows overlooked Elgin Street and the draperies were totally effective in blocking out the flashing neon lights of this busy thoroughfare. Breakfast was substantial with a sensible, healthy variety of food as well as... More

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Toronto, Canada
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

It was my first time at the Business Inn. Chose it from reviews on TripAdvisor. There were 3 of us in an Executive suite with one king bed and a pull out sofa. The room was huge, nicely laid out with kitchen, and separate bedroom. There was also a balcony. This is a great location, walking distance to Parliament Hill,... More

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Canada
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

This was my second time staying in the business Inn in Ottawa. What a fantastic value. We had a whole apartment with a balcony for about $125 a night. It's within walking distance of Parliament hill, Byward market, and many pubs, restaurants and shops. The breakfast leaves a bit to be desired, but you can get a little something to... More

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Bethesda
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012
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This hotel was really amazing. We got a suite with a kitchen and balcony in downtown Ottawa for a pretty reasonable rate (around $160 after taxes). The staff was very friendly and the hotel is conveniantly located in the center of the city with coveniant parking available. I would definitley recommend staying here for any stay in Ottawa. The matress... More

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Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2012

I've gone by The Business Inn may times. My son had just finished his second year at law school (the proud father said). He was subletting his apartment located across the street. His mother and I were there to clean and - well that was about it. We had very little time to spend in the room. It was a... More

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Nova Scotia
Top Contributor
82 reviews 82 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

A lot of reviews comment on the fact that this hotel is "dated".. ....Yes it is but it is by far the cleanest place that I stay when I am on the road. There are no surprises, you can guarantee that your room will be spotless. the cleaning staff deserve 10 thumbs up for the wonderful job that they do.... More

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Toronto, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2012

I had previously reviewed this hotel and gave it an average rating and did slam it a bit in my review. My rating has improved because on reflection I realize the management was not totally responsible for the problem. My complaint included a significant scent of smoke in the unit and a lumpy mattress. The hotel management has communicated with... More

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Buenos Aires, Argentina
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2012

My wife and I were lodged in a Studio Suite. The room was extremely comfortable, including a full kitchen (microwave oven, conventional oven and kitchen, big refrigerator with freezer, coffee maker, toster, cutlery, dishes, etc, etc), an impresive 46” LCD, sofa, table and the best, a PC with free internet Access and a printer in our room! The hotel offers... More

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Address: 180 MacLaren Street | at Elgin, Ottawa, Ontario K2P0L3, Canada
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