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Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Ohio State University

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A rooftop bar with a fire pit, seating area, and a bar with illuminated shelves.
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A modern lounge area with seating, a neon 'Love' sign, and a geometric patterned floor.
A modern outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and a dining table.
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

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1295 OLENTANGY RIVER RD, Columbus, OH, 43212
  • Place, Ohio State University
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Ohio Stadium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Newport Music Hall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small table, a sofa, and a colorful striped rug.

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small table, a sofa, and a colorful striped rug.

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Transfer Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a blue sofa and a small table, a large window with a city view, and a flat-screen TV.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a blue sofa and a small table, a large window with a city view, and a flat-screen TV.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible (Transfer Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Columbus

Grandview Heights stay.With a stay at this Grandview Heights hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Ohio State University and 2 miles (3 km) of Ohio Stadium. Schottenstein Center and Greater Columbus Convention Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Olentangy Bike Path - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Goodale Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Ohio Stadium - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Newport Music Hall - 4 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District

3-star hotel near Ohio State University
Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A business center and a meeting room are available. The business-friendly Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District also features coffee/tea in a common area, an elevator, and a water dispenser. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Columbus hotel is smoke free.

  • 164 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District offers 164 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend self-serve breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 59 per accommodation, per night
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for self-serve breakfast: approximately USD 5.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 59 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. 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, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Aloft Columbus
Aloft Columbus University District Hotel
Aloft Columbus University District Columbus
Aloft Columbus University District Hotel Columbus
Aloft Columbus University District a Marriott Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District to the airport?

Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District is 9.6 mi (16-min drive) away from the John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District?

As of Oct 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District on Oct 25, 2026 start from CA $177, 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.

Does Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District.

Does Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District, but self-serve breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 5.00 and 20.00 per person.

Is there a casino at Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Hollywood Casino (12-min drive) and Scioto Downs (15-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District have a pool?

Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District features an indoor pool.

Does Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District to downtown Columbus?

Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District is 2.2 mi away from Columbus.

Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 647 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was pretty clean and bar was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and safe for overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, bar lookout was fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the bar and fire pits
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel near OSU.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free and readily available parking at a hotel in the city is always a win win!! Great accommodations for a fair price. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here many times close to nationwide arena without high price of hotels next to arena. Always nice and clean facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Experience in all aspects
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Free parking
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Little noisy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Very clean rooms and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the bar made fantastic drinks! the pool table was a lot of fun! the food was so good!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay I will definitely be back next time. I’m in Columbus.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were comfortable and clean. Enjoyed the games, such as billards, to relax paired with a great selection of drinks from the bar. Staff was helpful, friendly, and accommodating to anything we needed. Will definitely stay again on our next trip to Columbus.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay, staff were helpful. Nice location. close to a running trail
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was great. Staff f
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So close to the Ohio State Medical Hospital. It’s less than a 10 minute drive
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We like this hotel and have stayed here over 50 times for business.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool place thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pictures are a lot better than the actual hotel. Not all that clean and a little noisey
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the perfect Hotel to stay at if you have loved ones at the Ohio State Medical Center Hospital. Less than 10 minutes from the time you get into your car to arrive at the Aloft. Traffic is NOT an issue. Hotel is super clean, staff very helpful and rooms are well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

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