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Olentangy Motor Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel near Ohio Stadium in Columbus

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Coffee service

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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1445 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43212
  • Ohio Stadium
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Ohio State University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Columbus

Grandview Heights stay.Your stay at this Grandview Heights hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Ohio Stadium and Ohio State University. Greater Columbus Convention Center and Nationwide Arena are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Ohio Stadium - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Schottenstein Center - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Nationwide Arena - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Ohio State University - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center - 3 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Natalie’s - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Olentangy Motor Inn

Hotel near Ohio Stadium in Columbus
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Olentangy Motor Inn was completed in September 2023.

This Columbus hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1986
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Olentangy Motor Inn offers 55 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 30 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • 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 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; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • 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.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Varsity Inn Columbus
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The Varsity Inn
Olentangy Motor Inn Hotel
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Olentangy Motor Inn Hotel Columbus

Olentangy Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 629 out of 918 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 918 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 918 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 918 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 918 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janei

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alberta

Travelled with group
Escorted to room by staff as it was late at night Staff assisted with luggage transport Nice breakfast sandwich
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, CLEAN up yo date hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kadijiah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only one hotel motor inn and I wassnt able to get my money back for a reservation at motel 6 which was horrible
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott, Eldorado

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location to Ohio State. Clean comfortable beds, excellent upgades to rooms. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, newly updated hotel .. coffee shop attached .. delicious breakfast sandwich’s & coffee…
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reunice

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

2/10 Terrible

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSH

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

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

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew, St Charles

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is very nice, staff are friendly and helpful, super clean and wish I could take the shower home with me. Comfortable bed too—-will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that the crimson cup was attached! Very quiet, even with the train tracks overhead.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clarence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place. Super clean!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and location was great. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved having a fun coffee shop attached to the hotel. Their coffee was great, the free breakfast sandwich with your stay was delicious, and all of the staff was super friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

matthew

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

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

Great Property, Location, Friendly Staff

Hotel was great to stay at. Was able to walk to Ohio Stadium rather easily. Staff was very accommodating and friendly. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025