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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Ohio State University in Columbus

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Front of property - evening/night
Indoor pool, open 5:30 AM to 11 PM, sun loungers
Exterior
Reception
Fitness facility

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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3045 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43202
  • Place, Ohio State University
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Schottenstein Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Bill Davis Stadium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Communications)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms (1 King, 1 Queen, Sofa Bed)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Additional Living Area)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Additional Living Area)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds (2 Queen beds with Sofa Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(69 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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 Ohio Stadium. Jack Nicklaus Museum and McConnell Heart Hospital at Riverside are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Schottenstein Center - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Bill Davis Stadium - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Jack Nicklaus Museum - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Whetstone Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Roosters - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Skyline Chili - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG

Hotel near Ohio State University in Columbus
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is available. Event space at this hotel measures 969 square feet (90 square meters) and includes conference space. A library, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG. Parking is available for a fee.

This Columbus hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 969 sq ft of conference space
  • 90 sq m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Columbus hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free area shuttle
  • Secured, uncovered self parking on site (USD 20 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height door lock
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • 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 public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Wet bar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 30.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 20 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 5:30 AM to 11 PM.
  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG is 11.1 mi (19-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 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

As of May 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG on May 24, 2026 start from CA $140, 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 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 19 mi (32-min drive) from Alum Creek Beach.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG offer free breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Hollywood Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

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

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 20 per day.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 5:30 AM to 11 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG to downtown Columbus?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG is 4.5 mi away from Columbus.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 483 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 223 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 89 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Angela

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Wouldn’t stay here again. Property was a bit rundown especially for the price. Bathroom , drain didn’t work so showered in standing water and the faucet sprayed water even when shower was turned on. Check in wasn’t pleasant. It seemed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

2/10 Terrible

Binish

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
They gave me a different room type, although i paid more for a bigger room. When i called front desk they said hotel is all booked and thats it. Not going to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Disliked: Amenities
Hotel charges $15 a night for "gated parking". Technically there is a short fence around the back and sides of the property, but there is no gate.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Vickey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything very clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

CHANGHOON

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Loren

I could hear the music in my room that they were playing in the lobby at 7am. I suggest not staying on the 2nd floor because that and the noise from breakfast makes it impossible to sleep. They were also the only hotel not running their shuttle to the concert, even though they said there would be one. Our
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Justin

Hair all over shower
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Tonya, Mayfield Heights

Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities
The room was just ok. There was no phone or clock by the bed which was weird. The soap, shampoo, conditioner dispenser in the shower was rusted.. clearly it hasn't been used or cleaned. There is a rust spot under the sink on the floor in the corner.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was nice, spacious. Staff was a bit rude and slightly understaffed so could be the reason. Parking costed an extra fee that was not told to us ahead of time.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

KENNETH

Very clean facility very professional staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anuja

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very clean. The front desk person was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Derric

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The pool was temporarily out of order, and was told the day before we came that it would be working. Heat in room made a terrible loud noise, not very clean, not well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel itself was great and so was the staff. Room was very clean, staff was so friendly . I planned my stay here to be close to my job at a nearby hospital during a major snowstorm. The only issue I had was that they never cleared the parking lot. This made it very difficult to get in and out with all of the snow. My hospital actually had to send someone there to plow in order for staff to get in and out. The hospital across the street kept their lot cleared throughout the entire storm. I will stay at this hotel again in the future to be close to work, but if it’s for snow purposes, I would probably stay across the street instead so I can get in and out without having to dig my car out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Franki

Travelled with family
The room was not spotless. It was not dirty but they do not move and clean behind pull out couch or lounge chaise. The staff wasn't overly friendly but pleasant enough. The heater in room 512 needs fixed because it sounded like a squealing belt and kept waking us up. I inevitably turned it off and it was kind of cold in the room so definitely not my most comfortable stay. The window was also leaking into and on top of the heater unit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

randall

Travelled with family
Check in area, right by the entrance. The temperature was in the teens. Also
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All good except for surprise $15 per night parking charge while your site stated a $10 per night charge. I don’t like surprises!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room felt a bit dated, roll away beds (as hotel had been oversold upon our arrival) were miserable … Pool water was so murky, chemical smell overwhelming, peeling ceiling in pool area. Convenient location near OSUs campus but overall, couldn’t wait to leave.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Eric

Was charged to keep an eye on my car. Was not included in the total room cost.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025