Olentangy Motor Inn

2.0 star property
Suburban hotel within easy reach of Ohio State University
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
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Exterior
Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible
Exterior
Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking

Main amenities (4)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Premium bedding
The price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2025

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 26.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 26.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 26.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 26.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 19.8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
1445 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43212

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center - 16 min walk
  • Ohio Stadium - 2 min drive
  • Schottenstein Center - 3 min drive
  • Ohio State University - 3 min drive
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Port Columbus International 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

When you stay at Olentangy Motor Inn, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Ohio State University and Ohio Stadium. You'll have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Also, Schottenstein Center and Greater Columbus Convention Center are a short five-minute drive away. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 55 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Minimum check-in age – 21
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • 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
  • Guests are required to download the property's olentangymotorinn mobile app before check-in
  • This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Required at check-in

  • Credit card required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

  • Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 14 kg per pet)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Restrictions apply*
  • Pets must be supervised

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • On-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking (fees apply)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
  • On-site parking includes off-street options

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee shop

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Virtual front desk

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1986
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Dining

Crimson Cup – On-site coffee shop.

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Olentangy Motor Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Olentangy Motor Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Olentangy Motor Inn?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 14 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Olentangy Motor Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Olentangy Motor Inn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Olentangy Motor Inn?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Hollywood Casino (11-min drive) and Scioto Downs (15-min drive) are both nearby.
What's the area around Olentangy Motor Inn like?
Olentangy Motor Inn is a short 19-minute walk from James Cancer Hospital and 15 minutes' walk from Olentangy Bike Path. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

Olentangy Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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

8/10 Very good

Daniel, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Deal Near OSU
This place was my "go to" for a number of years because it is so cheap and close to Ohio State Campus, Lennox Towne Center, the Grandview area, etc. Then it started really going downhill. The new owners have fixed it up -- particularly the rooms, which have been renovated and updated and are very nice! I also love the addition of The Crimson Cup -- you get a free breakfast sandwich and a drip coffee when you stay. The staff are always friendly. I think this place is a great deal!
Margaret, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Steven, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Tiffany, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Derek, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nicholas, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

william, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sara, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Best in area for price
Clean, comfortable affordable. Service was great, coffee shop was phenomenal
Megan, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lauren, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Jim, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

In columbus for ohio state football game...very convenient!! Everything was excellent except sink didn't drain properly!
Victoria, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

OSU Football trip
The room was very clean, recently remodeled, and well stocked with all necessities. The free coffee and breakfast sandwich from Crimson Coffee is an added plus. Walkable to Ohio Stadium.
Ray, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Good sandwich and coffee
Dean, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lorenzo, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Holly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Motel
Really liked this place. Clean room, pleasant staff, free coffee (and it's good). When checking in, go to the coffee shop, it also serves as the lobby.
Scott, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great time
Duane, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great service!! Booked last minute very accommodating. Thanks
Duane, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sarah, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Affordable hotel. Clean.
1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent, going and coming
We liked our stay so well when going that wedeliberately chose this property when we were returning home. Clean, high qualit fictures that worked (drains drained, faucets worked properly, tv and remote clean and functional, quiet well running heater, etc) and nice fresh lenins. All this at a competitivereasonable price.
Gary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Syrena, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Steven, 2-night trip with friends
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