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Olentangy Motor Inn

2.0 star property
Suburban hotel within easy reach of Ohio State University

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Located near Ohio State University, Olentangy Motor Inn offers a welcoming atmosphere with amenities like in-room WiFi and RV/bus/truck parking. Unwind at the coffee shop/cafe or take advantage of 24-hour front desk service - previous guests rave about the helpful staff and convenient location.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 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)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Premium bedding
The current price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(71 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(112 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
1445 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43212

What's nearby

  • Olentangy Bike Path - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ohio Stadium - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Schottenstein Center - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Ohio State University - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Newport Music Hall - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪GetGo - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Natalie’s - ‬9 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 Greater Columbus Convention Center. Free perks include WiFi, self-parking and on-the-go breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Also, Ohio Stadium and Nationwide Arena are a short five-minute drive away. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 55 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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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
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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
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Required at check-in

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

    • Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

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

Internet

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

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 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 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.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, with many guests enjoying the free breakfast sandwiches and coffee. (149 reviews)
  • The property is pet friendly with no extra hassles and allows pets to stay with their owners. (8 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

Friendly staff. Great coffee! Location was perfect for our needs.
Gwendolyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was simple but perfect for us. Staff was very friendly. Happy with this stay :)
marissa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very friendly! Rooms were clean as well other than a spot on the skirting of the bed.
Kayla, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay! Clean room. Cold AC. And a free breakfast!
Ritter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay, location was perfect. Walking distance to Ohio Stadium, we stayed one night for Bruno Mars concert. Staff was friendly & helpful. Room was exactly what we needed. No gym but a path nearby that we used to run on. Would definitely stay again if in the area.
Andrea, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It was a conveniently located property and satisfied our needs.
Bidisha, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff quick check in and out. Clean updated rooms great for the price!!
sharon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We totally loved this little hotel! The room was clean and updated. The coffee drinks were amazing! Will definitely book here again next year!
Lisa, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and bed was comfortable
Heather, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very friendly and room was clean.
Brett, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room temp great… Staff very nice and helpful
Diane, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great AC, fast reliable wifi, clean,comfy beds and the crimsom cup coffee and treats were delicious! Location was good! Would stay here again!
Griffin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and great breakfast i loved the coffee shop in the motel and 15 min from the historic crew stadium! Also close to alot of really good resteraunts. Only negative were a couple minor things. 1. I didnt like having to give my room number outside with others around felt like a security risk. 2. The maids came and did fresh towls but didnt take the trash? 3. The creamer left in the room for coffee was spoiled.
Samantha, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This motel is a complete gem! Clean and well presented with a microwave and fridge in the room. There is an ice machine in the coffee shop which is attached to the motel. Breakfast sandwich and coffee included each morning. Staff are friendly and responsive. You are in walking distance of shops restaurants and OSU (20 minutes walk). Highly recommend.
andrea, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Offered free breakfast sandwich and coffee, we showed up at 10:20, and were told that ends at 10. That was not stated in advance. Otherwise nice stay.
danielle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Was super clean, loved the breakfast sandwich. Super neat that they are a drive-thru breakfast and coffee place as well as a motel !
Amanda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, very nice staff, great breakfast sandwiches and coffee!
Judi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The stay was excellent! The rooms were recently renovated so they were very comfortable. The bed was super comfortable as well!
paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Clean hotel. Friendly staff. Good breakfast sandwiches and coffee.
Debi, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room clean and comfortable. Great location.
Coletta, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

First room was occupied, second was nice and clean. Beds were comfortable. Breakfast menu is limited and doesn’t make sense (you can have a breakfast sandwich that costs $5.xx but can’t substitute a bagel with cream cheese that costs $2.xx). Having the drive-thru attached was nice for coffee in the mornings
Crista, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cleanest room I've seen at a hotel in a long time! Staff was friendly and helpful! Highly recommend!
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is 2nd or 3rd time I've stayed here and the rooms are always very clean and the staff is very friendly. Would highly recommend.
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, staff was friendly
Travis, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

The staff was very friendly and helpful especially Sharise(overnight). It seemed like housekeeping forgot to finish the room. The bathroom still has someones clothes on the floor and hair in the shower. The place was quiet, but the strobing phone was obnoxious in the middle of the night. It could use some updates as some furniture was damaged.
Shona, 1-night trip