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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
Indoor pool, open 5:30 AM to 11 PM, pool loungers
Front of property - evening/night
Suite, Multiple Beds (2 Queen beds with Sofa Bed)
Free buffet breakfast
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Free airport shuttleFree airport shuttleFree airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • GymGymGym

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Map
3045 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43202
  • Popular LocationOhio State University13 min walk
  • Popular LocationSchottenstein Center3 min drive
  • Popular LocationOhio Stadium4 min drive
  • AirportColumbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)16 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Additional Living Area)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

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

8.9/10 Excellent

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8/10 Excellent

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

8.3/10 Very good

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.1/10 Wonderful

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

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms (1 King, 1 Queen, Sofa Bed)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

8/10 Very good

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room

9.5/10 Exceptional

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds (2 Queen beds with Sofa Bed)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Communications)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Additional Living Area)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

9.3/10 Wonderful

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.9/10 Good

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

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

Highlights

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

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Exterior
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Parking included
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for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Columbus

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel puts you in the centre of Columbus, 1.1 km (0.7 mi) from Ohio State University and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Ohio Stadium. 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 airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Oletangy West hotel include Greater Columbus Convention Center and Schottenstein Center.

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University - 13 min walk
  • Schottenstein Center - 3 min drive
  • Ohio Stadium - 4 min drive
  • Mapfre Stadium - 5 min drive
  • Ohio Expo Center and State Fair - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hounddog's Three Degree Pizza - 2 min drive
  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • McDonald's - 8 min walk
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 8 min walk
  • Roosters - 9 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 roundtrip airport shuttle during limited hours and An area shuttle are free. 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 return airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • 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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height door lock
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Visual fire alarm
  • 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 washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 7 floors
  • Building
  • Smoke-free property

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

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

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

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. Contactless check-out is available. 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).

Property is also known as

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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 3 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel on 30 June 2024 start from AU$201.33, 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?

Yep, and guests recommend it! Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel has a pool and 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 give a thumbs up to 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?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM.

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. 442 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 90 out of 1004 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Clean and perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Taylor

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only down fall was there wasnt enough parking, which may not always be an issue other than on nights that there is an event close by.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful. Great fitness facility. Nice little pool and hot tub. Good breakfast. Super comfy bed! Everything I needed for a great stay:)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

GINA

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Ok hotel but not worth the price
I stayed with a friend and my 2 year old son for 2 nights. The hotel was acceptable and met our basic needs. Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was small and dated. Water pressure in the shower was low and the walls were paper thin you could hear every word people were saying in the room next door. Doors slammed when you closed them even if you tried to do it quietly. The pool was pretty dirty, it did not seem well maintained. My 2 year old son and I had the pool to ourselves and he didn’t seem to mind, but wasn’t what I’d expect from a holiday inn. On the plus side of things, breakfast was delicious and the staff was very nice. The fitness center was also pretty nice and had everything you’d need for a workout. Was not in line with what I expect from holiday inn and a room I pay over $150 a night for!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and clean rooms

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the desk lady to pool to room, all excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was easy to get to and breakfast was good. Self parking was easy and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024