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

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Ohio State University

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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3045 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43202
  • Ohio State University
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Schottenstein Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Ohio Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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Room options

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(63 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Communications)

  • 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)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Columbus

Located in Oletangy West within a short walk of Ohio State University, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Ohio Stadium. This 100-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an indoor pool and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Schottenstein Center - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Ohio Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Historic Crew Stadium - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

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

Hotel with free breakfast, near Ohio State University
At Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG, guests enjoy an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, self parking is USD 5 per day, and there's also a free area shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include conference space, a 24-hour business center, and a library.
Guests can expect 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. IPod docks, refrigerators, and microwaves are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free area shuttle
  • Secured, uncovered self parking on site (USD 5 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) 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 center
  • 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 center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 30.00 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 5 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? For a fee, this property offers self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking. There's also a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 5:30 AM to 11 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone 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

Is free cancellation available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Aug 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG on Aug 14, 2025 start from $125.99, excluding 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.

What's there to see around Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

This hotel is situated in Oletangy West, close to Schottenstein Center, Ohio Stadium, and Historic Crew Stadium. You'll also find Ohio State Fairgrounds and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

Yes, secured parking is offered for USD 5 per day with in/out privileges. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG feature a casino?

No, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 5:30 AM and 11 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a pillowtop mattress, a wet bar, and free Internet access.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG offers free buffet breakfast though there is no restaurant.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG though service animals are welcome.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG is John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH), which is 11.1 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG.

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

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 489 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 96 out of 1002 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel and location is good
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Traveled with family
Nice enough hotel. Nothing too fancy, would stay again. Price was fair for a 2 bedroom suite. AC was very loud and annoying annd the bed end table missing from the wall. Towels never collected or replenished. Front desk 10/10. Hotel was nice and quiet. Breakfast was ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with family
The beds was very lumpy and the breakfast buffet was just okay compared to the holiday inn express in Niles Ohio. I had the best experience in Niles Ohio so I compare every other Holiday Inn express to that one and so far I have been disappointed. But again the staff was great but nothing else was.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

sidney

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place is clean, great coffees 24/7 GREAT STAFF, but there's no bar/restaurant and you have to ask for room service. Hotel in general need to get back to providing daily room service without having to ask for it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sudheer

Good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seon Ok

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

MICHAEL

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Antonia

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Employees were very friendly and helpful. Impeccable cleanliness.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Samantha

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

Rude customer service, broken pool, gross rooms

Pool closed no warning and a sign that said it broke that morning but was up for days. We picked this hotel because of pool, dirty AC blew into one of beds leaving black funk on bed. Room didn’t look like picture (didn’t get bed arrangement we paid for) floor sticky and gross. One person at front desk so if they in bathroom no one to assist. Staff was rude when we expressed our concerns. They offered to use a pool in a hotel nearby which was small, dark, and overcrowded and no hot tub like this hotel claimed to have and you had to walk through parking lot with tire seller to get there - far from convenient, nice or enjoyable and when we tried to express our concerns since we had been told pool just broke and should be running by Saturday they were rude. No reduction in price or any benefits offered. Horribly terrible customer service.
Sign that said broke this morning which up for our whole 3 night stay
Black funk from AC on bed we ended up not even using this bed
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and the decor was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Morgan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pool went down apparently at 5 am n
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

azukur, las vegas

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

2/10 Terrible

Christian

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property pool was not in service! The hotel said this was on the website, but it was not communicated through website. The hotel breakfast was poor! It had very few options! It was also very dirty in the breakfast area!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Montinaue

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I arrived at 12 pm for my one night stay and still was expected to pay full price and a deposit. My stay was on 3/27/25. It is now 4/17/25 and my deposit still has not been released to me. Staff was not the nicest.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025