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Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Ohio State University

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec

Explore the area

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3246 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH, 43202
  • Place, Ohio State University
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Schottenstein Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Television

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Television

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

King Room-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

King Room With Mobility Accessible Roll-in Shower-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Room with Two Double Beds-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Room with Two Double Beds-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

King Suite With Sofa Bed-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Columbus

Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU puts you in the centre of Columbus, 1.5 km (0.9 mi) from Ohio State University and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Ohio Stadium. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Oletangy West motel include Schottenstein Center and Historic Crew Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Ohio State University - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • McConnell Heart Hospital at Riverside - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Schottenstein Center - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Bill Davis Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Skyline Chili - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Riverside Hospital Cafeteria - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU

Motel with free parking, near Ohio State University
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU also features a vending machine, laundry facilities, and camper van/bus/lorry parking. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU was completed in 2017.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Columbus motel.

  • 92 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU offers 92 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a hairdryer and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Columbus motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (71 centimetre high)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (102 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - 2017

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for 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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old.
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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. 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, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 16 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.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU.
  • 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 Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

As of 12 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU on 15 Dec 2025 start from AU$114.92, 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 Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

Yep, Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

The closest beach to Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU is Alum Creek Beach (18.5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

No, Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Reviews

Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU Reviews

6.4

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 257 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 180 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 144 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 204 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Karina

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tanis

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I bought my friend the room for the night as he was visiting from out of town. He was unable to get the room because it said it was $46 that I had paid but needed another $50 for a “security hold” that he didn’t have and I had no transportation to get there so I’m out of the money and he never got a room. They refused to take my card over the phone as well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

STERLING, HONOLULU

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff,...old, not well kept, room smelled like smoke, felt dirty
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maddie

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay in Columbus for Ohio State game. Felt like a cozy place for a motel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sean

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid

This place smells and has mold and bugs. If you must stay here, check ALL of the sheets and bring air freshener. I'm currently fighting them for a refund because they claim they tried everything. It's just a gross motel and the makeshift bulletproof glass in the lobby should tell you all you need to know.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Aric

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Gene

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rick

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
DO NOT STAY HERE!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dean

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the worst and dirtiest experience of my life. I couldn’t sleep until morning, and then I found my arms and legs covered in bed bug bites. The pain, severe itching, swelling, and inflammation in my skin are beyond description . I’ll probably have to go to the emergency room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Darkell

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Craig

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The place is a dump

This hotel is a dump. It needs updating, cleaning, better beds and pillows etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Andre

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No comment
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

mireya

Ok
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Dominiqua

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Miguel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No hot water for shower, since
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Alisha

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Dominiqua

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charity

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Katey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great quality for the buck.

The staff was extremely helpful and tge room was clean and neatly organized. Highly recommendable. Great quality for the buck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025