Olentangy Motor Inn

Property class: 2
Suburban hotel within easy reach of Ohio State University

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At Olentangy Motor Inn, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Ohio State University and Nationwide Arena. Free perks include WiFi, self-parking and on-the-go breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Also, Greater Columbus Convention Center and Ohio Stadium are a short five-minute drive away. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (4)

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

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Premium bedding
  • Free self-parking
The current price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept

Room options

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Two single beds with wooden headboards, white bedding, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a minibar, a small stool, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a minibar, a small stool, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(87 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A compact room with a bed, a microwave, a refrigerator, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a patterned wall, and a nightstand with lamps.

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a patterned wall, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(136 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
1445 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43212

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ohio Stadium - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Schottenstein Center - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Newport Music Hall - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Wexner Center for the Arts - 5 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) - 13 min drive
  • Columbus, OH (LCK-Rickenbacker Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Brenz Pizza Co. - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Olentangy Motor Inn

  • At Olentangy Motor Inn, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Ohio State University and Nationwide Arena. Free perks include WiFi, self-parking and on-the-go breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Also, Greater Columbus Convention Center and Ohio Stadium are a short five-minute drive away. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers.

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

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive an email within 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
    • No cots (infant beds)

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

  • Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • 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. Open daily.

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

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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 and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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 8-minute walk from Ohio State University and 19 minutes' walk from James Cancer Hospital. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Olentangy Motor Inn Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Free breakfast options, including sandwiches and coffee, were a nice bonus and greatly appreciated by guests. (182 reviews)
  • The on-site coffee shop served great coffee and good food, with some guests enjoying the free breakfast sandwiches. (40 reviews)
  • Plenty of parking was available and felt safe. (29 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Simply a good place to stay is a great location - and they have very good coffee so close!
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10/10 Exceptional

Recommend for a decent priced, clean place to stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

A very comfortable stay! Breakfast was very delicious. Staff was very friendly.
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6/10 Good

Was clean
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely a great place to stay!! Clean, professional and easy. Highly recommend.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were friendly and accommodating. The rooms were clean and the beds were comfortable. Would stay again.
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8/10 Very good

We visited Columbus on our way to Louisville. We loved the staff! Room clean and bed comfy. If you're a light sleeper beware there's a train nearby. I always have ear plugs so not a big deal. If we stopping in Columbus again we will stay here for sure,!
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6/10 Good

Very basic but clean. Good locations for university.
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8/10 Very good

Clean and good location. Nothing fancy but clean, comfy king, with basic amenities. Coffee shop on site, with tasty local flavors was great.
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice clean room would stay again
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a great time, convenient location, good price, clean rooms not much more you can ask for!
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8/10 Very good

Staff was friendly and room was clean with a comfortable bed.
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8/10 Very good

Great staff and decent food.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, perfect location, very clean. Coffee shop breakfast that is free with room was very good!
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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were clean and the coffee was great.
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8/10 Very good

This Inn was cozy and a great place to stay when passing through. The breakfast sandwiches were great.
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8/10 Very good

Great egg muffin breakfast. Staff friendly. The beds were comfortable but the supports for beds need grip glides to keep bed from sliding .
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff is friendly and room is well maintained and clean. Will stay again.
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8/10 Very good

clean rooms and well kept grounds. Love the free coffee and breakfast sandwich. Good value for the price.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was so clean the staff incredibly nice the breakfast just what we need for started the day amazing coffee
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, well maintained, nice folks, tasty breakfast sandwich
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8/10 Very good

We enjoyed our stay. It was very reasonably priced and close to most everything you could need or want including walking distance from Ohio State. Clean, comfortable rooms and the coffee and breakfast sandwiches up front are very good which is a plus. I loved the white mocha freeze and would recommend it. We will definitely stay here again the next time we are in town.
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice, clean, quiet. Great location.
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6/10 Good

Room was clean. Breakfast was terrible. No options couldn’t even change the sandwich cheese only three sandwiches to pick from. No exceptions couldn’t even have a bagel instead, which was half the price.P. Hotel has a train track behind it that rattles the beds at night 3 to 4 times at night.
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8/10 Very good

Very nice, lose to OSU hospital... great breakfast sandwich, would stay again!