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Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area

2.5 star property
Hotel near Ohio State University in Columbus

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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3160 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH, 43202
  • Place, Ohio State University
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Schottenstein Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(79 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

King, Refrigerator

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

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Wet Bar)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Columbus

Oletangy West stay.Your stay at this Oletangy West hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Ohio State University and OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital. Bill Davis Stadium and Schottenstein Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • McConnell Heart Hospital at Riverside - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Schottenstein Center - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Bill Davis Stadium - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Skyline Chili - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area

Hotel near Ohio State University in Columbus
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is served daily. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area also features a 24-hour fitness center, coffee/tea in a common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.
  • 152 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2014
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area offers 152 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and safes. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Columbus hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

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
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 75.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 75.00 (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

University Inn Columbus
Columbus Red Roof Inn
Red Roof Inn Columbus Ohio State University Hotel Columbus
Red Roof PLUS+ Columbus-The Ohio State University
Hampton Inn Columbus/University Area Hotel
Hampton Inn Columbus/University Hotel
Hampton Inn Columbus/University Area
Hampton Inn Columbus/University
Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area Ohio
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Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 693 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

IAN

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Presotn

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool air blew through the AC unit all night. Could not get the heater to come on. Breakfast didn't start until 6am.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, hotel was clean and comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in and clean rooms. Close to the Ohio convention center.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olalekan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was sparking. Staff was courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve and Laurel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Check in was fast. No waiting. Clerk was pleasant and informative.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was clean and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Some popcorn on the floor.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always stay at this hotel when in Columbus. Close to campus.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Davita

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was dirty and the thermostat could not be adjusted above 75.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast, staff, and room was excellent! Close to Ohio State University!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was to our standards very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
EVERYTHING WAS WONDEFUL
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room and good breakfast. Indoor pool was a plus.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was courteous. Rooms were very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bart

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Natasha

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025