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

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Ohio State University
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Exterior
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Exterior
Meeting facility
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb

Explore the area

Map
3045 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43202
  • Ohio State University
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Schottenstein Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Columbus, OH (OSU-Ohio State University)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Columbus

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel places you in the heart of Columbus, within a 15-minute walk of Ohio State University and 1.5 km (0.9 mi) from McConnell Heart Hospital at Riverside. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the 24-hour gym and pool loungers. 969 square feet (90 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also free RV/bus/truck parking, along with the convenience of a free area shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Oletangy West hotel include Ohio Stadium and Historic Crew Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University - 13 min walk
  • OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital - 3 min drive
  • Schottenstein Center - 3 min drive
  • Ohio Stadium - 4 min drive
  • Historic Crew Stadium - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Roosters - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk

About this property

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

Hotel with free breakfast, near Ohio State University
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and a meeting room. Free breakfast is available. Event space at this hotel measures 969 square feet (90 square metres) 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, an IHG Hotel. Free self parking is available.

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
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are 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, an IHG Hotel offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Columbus hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Hindi, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Library

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 969 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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.

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.

  • 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
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 all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

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).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel?

As of 19 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel on 9 Feb 2025 start from AU$194.65, including 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.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel is Alum Creek Beach (18.8 km).

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 5:30 AM to 11 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, visitors love the free buffet brekkie here! It's the perfect place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel?

No, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

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

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 467 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 256 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 92 out of 1001 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall, this was a very clean and pretty hotel. Very modern and updated. Biggest complaint was that the walls/floors are not sound proof. We were woken up by people a floor above us walking back and forth in their room because the beautiful hard floors do not lend themselves to the best choice for quiet rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room clean everyone was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

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

8/10 Good

Kevin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Average but not gluten-free - EV CHARGING
Overall, the day was fairly average. I arrived about an hour before Before check-in was told that I would need to wait a couple of hours and when I came back to check in and I had to wait about 10 minutes to get the check-in process undertaken as the associate behind the counter was busy on the phone. I have stayed at other hotels in this brand and they have had gluten-free option for breakfast in this location did not have any and I was told by the kitchen staff that they normally do not. The main reason I wanted to stay at this hotel compared to neighboring hotels as they had EV charging available, which I needed for my vehicle. I was very pleased with the charging stations and their accessibility.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was in town for a tennis tournament and needed to check out a day earlier than was booked due to it ending a day earlier than originally thought. Even though I tried to change my reservation when I checked in, I was told that since I booked through Orbitz, they could not change it and that I would have to change it through Orbitz. The Orbitz app would not let me change it since it was the day of check in. I had to pay for an additional night that I couldn't use. :(
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beronda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was great! When a medical emergency occurred during breakfast, the staff was fast to react and assist. They were all very good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jacquelyn

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Alison

Disliked: Cleanliness
My room smells like cigarette smoke covered by febreeze. When someone from the lobby came up, she agreed. She brought some fabric spray with her and went to spray the curtains. I asked her not to spray because the scent on top of the cigarette smoke makes me nauseous. She sprayed anyways. She said she would see if there was another room available but she thought they were at capacity. She never got back to me one way or another.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great for campus access
great location and friendly service as always when I need to be on campus for work.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very competannt and friendly. Room was nice
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Amar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good location decent staff okay breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Meredith

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

8/10 Good

Nick

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

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Rooms were super clean and great air conditioning!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service. Staff is very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARINIKA

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Nice upgrades. Large rooms. Nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Deanna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for staying for Ohio State game
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Joann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed overnight for OSU game. Although walkable from the stadium it was 40 minutes away walking. Hotel clean. Staff friendly. Could hear walking above us But good value for the cost
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rich

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024