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Olentangy Motor Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel near Ohio State University in Columbus

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible
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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
1445 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43212
  • Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
    16 min walk
  • Bob Evans
    1 min walk
  • Columbus Bus Station
    6 min drive
  • Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    13 min drive

Room options

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 26.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 26.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 26.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

  • 26.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 19.8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior

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Parking included
Free WiFi
24/7 front desk
3.4 out of 5, (1002)
The price is CA $96
per night
CA $112 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
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About the area

Columbus

Grandview Heights stay.Your stay at this Grandview Heights hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Ohio State University and Greater Columbus Convention Center. Ohio Public Health and Olentangy Bike Path are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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

  • 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 State University in Columbus
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. 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
  • 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

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

  • 1 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.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Individually furnished
  • 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 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

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.

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
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

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

Olentangy Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 394 out of 569 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 569 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 569 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 569 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 569 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

Lira

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best showers of any hotel I've ever stayed at -- just the strongest, most cleansing water pressure, and with invigorating spearmint eucalyptus bath products for an added spa-like experience. Room was clean and comfy, and we REALLY appreciated the free coffee and breakfast sandwiches in the morning. 10/10, would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute Motel! We stayed after a Buckeyes game and had a great experience. Quiet and great location.Clean and comfortable rooms! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Updated nicely and the breakfast sandwich is amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin, Aurora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good. No complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay!
Amazing stay! I was reminded about the convenience of a motor inn and parking the car right outside the door. Such a clean and quiet room. Everything recently updated. I highly recommend for a nice overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A good night in a nicely rennovated room
After remodel the outside still looks a bit low rent but the interior has been nicely renovated with a modern look new furniture and bedding - The name is horrible “Olentangy Motor Inn” and to most it will always be the Varsity Inn but i would definitely stay again its super convenient to downtown and local shopping and was a comfortable nights stay! the only thing i didn’t love was i missed the free breakfast sandwich 😅
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was great, had a coffee shop, and wasn’t a bad walk to the stadium!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

rolando

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Nahhh
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

KATHRYN CLARE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

mike

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for buckeye football games. Walking distance to stadium.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Gretchen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was quite and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good Place to Stay
Nice room. Breakfast is at the attached Crimson Cup with a breakfast sandwich and cup of coffee. This is far better than most motel free breakfast offerings (IMHO).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pierce

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024