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Aloft Columbus University District

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Ohio Stadium

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Property amenity
Lobby lounge
View from property
Indoor pool
View from property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb

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1295 OLENTANGY RIVER RD, Columbus, OH, 43212
  • Place, Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Ohio Stadium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ohio State University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Columbus

At Aloft Columbus University District you'll be within a 30-minute stroll of Ohio Stadium and Ohio State University. Highlights at this hotel include an indoor swimming pool, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .W XYZ Bar is the hotel's own lobby lounge. A meeting room and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a snack bar/deli. Self-service breakfast is available at weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .With a stay at this 3-property class Grandview Heights hotel, you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Schottenstein Center and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Greater Columbus Convention Center.

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ohio Stadium - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Nationwide Arena - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Schottenstein Center - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Ohio State University - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Natalie’s - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪GetGo - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Aloft Columbus University District

Hotel with free parking, near Ohio Stadium
Aloft Columbus University District offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A business centre and a meeting room are available. The business-friendly Aloft Columbus University District also features coffee/tea in common area, a lift, and a water dispenser. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Columbus hotel is smoke free.

  • 164 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Aloft Columbus University District offers 164 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include a shower with a hydromassage showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend self-serve breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • W XYZ Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • 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 restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for self-service breakfast: approximately USD 5.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • 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, 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

We should mention

  • 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

Aloft Columbus
Aloft Columbus University District Hotel
Aloft Columbus University District Columbus
Aloft Columbus University District Hotel Columbus
Aloft Columbus University District a Marriott Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Aloft Columbus University District?

Aloft Columbus University District offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Aloft Columbus University District?

As of 29 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aloft Columbus University District on 8 Feb 2026 start from AU$183.80, 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 Aloft Columbus University District?

Yep, Aloft Columbus University District has a free self car park.

Does Aloft Columbus University District have a pool?

Aloft Columbus University District has an indoor pool.

What makes Aloft Columbus University District a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Aloft Columbus University District.

Is Aloft Columbus University District family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli and an indoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Aloft Columbus University District is a hit with families.

Does Aloft Columbus University District serve breakfast?

Yeah, self-service breakfast is on offer at weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Aloft Columbus University District?

No, Aloft Columbus University District does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Aloft Columbus University District?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Aloft Columbus University District Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 585 out of 910 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 910 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 910 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 910 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 910 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Arianna

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Did not have breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very safe
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brad

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not use breakfast or bar
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed her for an OSU football game. It is about a half hour walk to the stadium. The staff was wonderful. The room was spartan and a bit beat up but clean. I know the ridiculous price was based on location and not amenities. It has a parking lot and they allowed me to park 2 cars which was great on a game day. The on site bar was hopping and had a great vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Disliked: Staff & service
Noisiest hotel stay I've experienced in years. Requested top floor when I booked in June for an October stay. Not available at check-in, and no reason why. We were assigned room 231, next to the stairwell. The doors are heavy with strong closers, so every time someone enters/leaves a room, the sound wakes you up. Then the guests in room 331 checked in between midnight and 1am and proceeded to drag their bags up the stairwell (banging on each step). After that they just stomped around the room and flushed their turbo toilet repeatedly (another loud noise source). And with no carpeting and a distinct lack of soundproofing, you could hear every time an item is dropped. If you are looking for a quiet night's sleep don't stay at Aloft. I certainly won't.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arianna

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tisbe

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our second stay. It is a great location for Ohio State football games. We enjoyed the outside area with fire pits. I would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Different
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Qadrah, Bettendorf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giulietta

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayani

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew D

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is not good and not complimentary. The bathroom sliding door gives no privacy / sound proof. I did love the shower products in large dispensers instead of wasting small bottles of product.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025