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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites COLUMBUS UNIV AREA - OSU

3 stars
3045 OLENTANGY RIVER ROAD, COLUMBUS, OH 43202
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.3
out of 5
11 reviews
Awesome Girls Trip

We drove almost four hours to see a show, and on our way in our exit was closed. The wonderful... See full review

  • Road Sisters
  • Mar 19, 2012
Good for business travel

The hotel is updated and clean with very friendly staff. Convenient location to campus, downtown,... See full review

  • kimtod
  • Mar 11, 2012
Columbus, Ohio Hotel's Location Can't Be Beat Our hotel is in the heart of the city and currently is ranked number 1! The Holiday Inn Express & SuitesĀ® Columbus University Area - OSU is the hotel you're looking for. We are close to everything, from OSU football to major companies in Columbus, OH. This hotel's location is ideal for business travelers. Riverside Hospital, Battelle and James Cancer Research Institute are all within a quarter mile of the hotel. The Columbus Convention Center, AEP, EWI, Nationwide and many other corporations are just blocks from the hotel's Columbus, Ohio location. With free high-speed, wired and wireless Internet access and a 24-hour Business Center, you'll have everything you need to conduct meetings, fully prepared and ready for success. There's tons of art, culture, entertainment and sports near the hotel, too. The Short North Arts Center is nearby, and the Jerome Schottenstein Center is within walking distance. "Stay Smart" with us in Columbus, OH. With the hotel's heated, indoor pool and a 24-hour Fitness Center, you can unwind with a few laps and stick to your workout schedule. You can satisfy a healthy appetite with the free, hot Express Start Breakfast Bar. Shuttle service to area hospitals and businesses is available with prior arrangements. Book your stay to enjoy everything in Columbus, Ohio. We look forward to welcoming you!

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Hotel Map

Nearby airports
THE COLUMBUS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, (CMH), 12.50, MI, SW;
Area description
Downtown, downtown

Amenities

  • Accessible facilities
  • Bath Tub
  • Business center
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Concierge Desk
  • Continental Breakfast
  • Cribs Available
  • Email Service
  • FAX
  • Free breakfast
  • Free Local Telephone Calls
  • Free Newspaper
  • Hairdryer in Room
  • High-speed Internet
  • Ice Machine
  • Indoor Pool
  • Internet Access
  • Ironing Board
  • Maid Service
  • Microwave
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Overhead Projector
  • Parking
  • Phone with speaker
  • Pool
  • Refrigerator
  • Rollaway Beds
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Satellite TV
  • Shops/Commercial Services
  • Temperature Control
  • TV
  • White Board

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by Orbitz

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Guest Reviews (11)

Ratings and reviews for Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites COLUMBUS UNIV AREA - OSU

Overall score

4.3 / 5
11 out of 11
Amenities:
4.1
Room cleanliness:
4.5
Hotel staff:
4.7
Room comfort:
4.3
Location:
4.3
Value:
4.2

100% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites COLUMBUS UNIV AREA - OSU

Reviewer score

4
Road Sisters
West Virginia, USA
Mar 19, 2012

Awesome Girls Trip

We drove almost four hours to see a show, and on our way in our exit was closed. The wonderful staff at the hotel directed us right to the hotel. Without them we would have been so lost. Upon arrival they had a room ready to go for us even though we were early. The hotel was clean and comfortable. Our stay was great!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites COLUMBUS UNIV AREA - OSU

Reviewer score

4
kimtod
Business
Toledo, OH, USA
Mar 11, 2012

Good for business travel

The hotel is updated and clean with very friendly staff. Convenient location to campus, downtown, and local restaurants, Wi-Fi included. The morning complimentary breakfast was more than I had expected. Only one complaint. The hallways were quite noisy with other guests coming and going. Mostly younger people. While I was away, I put a Do Not Disturb on my door. When I returned, my room had been cleaned and my DND sign was missing. (Probably a prank by another guest). The desk staff apologized for the occurrence. (it wasn't their fault). Next time, I will put my sign out and make a call to the desk to be sure they know not to clean the room. This was my second stay. I will definitely stay again and recommend to a friend.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites COLUMBUS UNIV AREA - OSU

Reviewer score

4
rwha
Michigan, USA
Jan 30, 2012

Visiting Son

Older, but very nice. Not enough room to sit down for breakfast.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites COLUMBUS UNIV AREA - OSU

Reviewer score

5
Buckeye fan
Columbus, Ohio
Nov 22, 2011

Great place to stay for a Buckeye football game

The hotel was beautiful, clean, and friendly. Our rooms were spacious and comfortable. We were pleasantly surprised.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

To Ohio State University campus.

Review of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites COLUMBUS UNIV AREA - OSU

Reviewer score

4
Texas duchess
Houston
Nov 12, 2011

Clean and friendly good value

About a year old, this hotel was clean and well maintained so far. Staff members were courteous and friendly. It's close to Riverside medical center, Ohio State, and several restaurants. Breakfast was strictly ordinary, fitness center has aerobic machines but no dumbbells or stability balls. I didn't use the pool, but it looked nice. My room had a table and chairs, but I had to move the table to use it as a desk. Something in the air at this and some other hotels gives me a headache.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites COLUMBUS UNIV AREA - OSU

Reviewer score

5
Indyrick
Westfield, IN
Sep 16, 2011

Great Hotel

A little bit on the pricey side but still a very good value

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short drive from hotel

To the Ohio State Campus

Review of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites COLUMBUS UNIV AREA - OSU

Reviewer score

3
CaExplorer
California, USA
Sep 12, 2011

The Complimentary Breakfast is Great Value

I've stayed at several H.I.EXprs in other cities. This was not one of the better ones. TV didn't work properly and when we called the front desk, they said the guy to fix it was not on the property. They never followed up. Hotel was clean, but room staff didn't replenish supplies. Breakfast, however, is something to "crow" about. Food was tasty, plentiful and with good variety. Coffee and tea were also quite good...not always possible to say when you frequent these chain hotels. OK, it wasn't Peets...but at least it wasn't Nescafe!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
3
Review of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites COLUMBUS UNIV AREA - OSU

Reviewer score

5
Snowwhite
mansfield, ohio
Sep 11, 2011

Close to university hospital

it was very comfortable and convenient for us. Close to the hospital and a great place to rest after surgery. Thank you!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Shopping tip: Short drive from hotel

Close to lane ave. Shopping, Lenox movie, restaurants and hospital.

Review of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites COLUMBUS UNIV AREA - OSU

Reviewer score

4
Rob
Philadelphia, PA
May 15, 2011

Nice Family Stay

My wife and I brought our daughter to visit her friends from OSU. We all had a great time in the area. Took my wife to Easton shopping. Wow what a place.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Shopping tip: Short drive from hotel

Easton is great shopping. We live near one of the largest i the country but Easton seems to have more.

Review of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites COLUMBUS UNIV AREA - OSU

Reviewer score

5
PT On The Go
Lancaster, CA
Dec 25, 2010

More than I could ask for

I visited Columbus for 4 days. I travelled there to attend OSU's fall graduation and selected a hotel in close proximity to the university. I was very pleased with the accomodations. The room was a good size in square footage and comfortable with two queen-size beds. Breakfast was included with the room and I enjoyed the variety of breakfast choices set out each morning. The hotel staff were excellent and extremely helpful; the breakfast crew were especially pleasant, not rushing me out even on the morning I arrived 10 minutes before shut down.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
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