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Varsity Inn South Hotel

1445 Olentangy River Rd Columbus, 43212 United States of America

Hotel in Columbus's University District neighborhood with an outdoor pool

In business district
Situated in Columbus's University District neighborhood, this hotel is close to Ohio State University, Ohio Stadium, and Wexner Center for the Arts. Also nearby are Columbus Convention Center and Nationwide Arena. Show more
Outdoor pool
Varsity Inn South Hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, complimentary high-speed (wired) Internet access, complimentary parking, and self parking.
Free Wi-Fi, local calls
In addition to premium cable television, guestrooms include beds with pillowtop mattresses, microwaves, and complimentary wireless Internet access. Hide

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3.7out of 5

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87%

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Standard King Non Smoking
1 kingPillowtop mattress with premium bedding. Desk. 27-inch television with premium cable channels and pay movies. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Free local calls. Refrigerator and microwave. Ensuite bathroom with shower/tub combination. Hair dryer. Blackout drapes/curtains, clock radio, and hypo-allergenic bedding. Air conditioning. Non-Smoking.
Mini King Non Smoking
1 kingPillowtop mattress with premium bedding. Desk. 27-inch television with premium cable channels and pay movies. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Free local calls. Refrigerator and microwave. Ensuite bathroom with shower/tub combination. Hair dryer. Blackout drapes/curtains, clock radio, and hypo-allergenic bedding. Air conditioning. Non-Smoking.
Accessible King
1 kingPillowtop mattress with premium bedding. Desk. 27-inch television with premium cable channels and pay movies. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Free local calls. Refrigerator and microwave. Ensuite bathroom with shower/tub combination. Hair dryer. Blackout drapes/curtains, clock radio, and hypo-allergenic bedding. Air conditioning.
Standard Two Doubles Non Smoking
2 doublePillowtop mattress with premium bedding. Desk. 27-inch television with premium cable channels and pay movies. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Free local calls. Refrigerator and microwave. Ensuite bathroom with shower/tub combination. Hair dryer. Blackout drapes/curtains, clock radio, and hypo-allergenic bedding. Air conditioning. Non-Smoking.
Standard King Smoking
1 kingPillowtop mattress with premium bedding. Desk. 27-inch television with premium cable channels and pay movies. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Free local calls. Refrigerator and microwave. Ensuite bathroom with shower/tub combination. Hair dryer. Blackout drapes/curtains, clock radio, and hypo-allergenic bedding. Air conditioning. Smoking.
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Hotel Policies & Fees

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Policies
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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.
  • Check-in time starts at 4 PM
  • Check-out time is Noon

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  • Accessible bathroom
  • Accessible path of travel
  • Handicapped parking

Property Amenities

Varsity Inn South Hotel features an outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and express check-out. High-speed wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Columbus hotel also offers a microwave in the lobby, RV and truck parking, and self parking. Complimentary parking is available on site.

  • Express check-out
  • Total number of rooms - 119
  • Number of floors - 2
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Wireless (high-speed) Internet access - complimentary
  • Wired (high-speed) Internet access - complimentary
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave in lobby
  • Parking (free)
  • RV and truck parking
  • Self parking
  • Number of buildings/towers - 2
  • Wheelchair accessible
Varsity Inn South Hotel, Columbus,  United States of America, Property Amenities Pool

Rooms

Varsity Inn South Hotel offers 119 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless high-speed Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones with voice mail; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and windows that open. Hypo-allergenic bedding, extra towels/bedding, and wake-up calls can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Varsity Inn South Hotel, Columbus,  United States of America, Rooms Guest Room

Room Amenities

  • Free local calls
  • Premium television channel(s)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Pay movies
  • Private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Clock radio
  • Desk
  • Premium bedding
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Air conditioning
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Phone
  • Voice mail
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Cable television service
  • Wake-up calls
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Extra towels/bedding
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Electronic/magnetic keys
  • Television
  • Window opens
  • Rollaway beds available
  • Cribs (infant beds) available
  • Wireless high-speed Internet access (complimentary)
  • Wired high-speed Internet access (complimentary)
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • ESPN
  • HBO
  • Individually furnished
  • Pillowtop mattress

Recreation

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

  • Golf - driving range nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Tennis nearby
  • Running track/path nearby
  • Volleyball nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Playground nearby

Verified Reviews: All guest reviews are verified as submitted by our customers and reflect their stay at Varsity Inn South Hotel

3.7
out of 5
avg. guest rating
Hotel service:
4.1
Hotel condition:
3.8
Room cleanliness:
3.7
Room comfort:
3.6
Location:
4.4
Neighborhood:
3.7
88%

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A Traveler from State College, PA
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Dec 10 2011

“Great hotel for OSU Football Games”

I found this hotel while searching for a place to stay while going on an away game trip to Ohio State. The rates were great and the location was even better! We were able to walk right across the road to get to campus. We rarely needed to drive anywhere since stores and restaurants were in walking distance. While the hotel wasn't the best quality room I've been in, it worked for a quick football weekend. Only thing that wasn't fantastic were the towels- small and rough- next time I will just bring one from home. Overall, it was a great room for what I needed!

A Traveler from Alexandria, VA
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Nov 20 2011

“Nice and Comfortable Motel”

Stayed there for a single night while in Columbus on business. Very clean and comfortable.

Vickie J from Niles, Ohio
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Nov 7 2011

“Pleasantly surprised!”

Our room was clean and neat. The beds were comfortable. Close to restaurants and the Ohio Stadium. The only downside was that our room was in the back of the building and near the train tracks. The train went by at least 3 times during the night when we were sleeping.

A Traveler from Canton, Ohio
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Nov 1 2011

“Not the best, but I would go back”

A motel that is not the newest or in perfect shape, but it was fine to stay in and the staff seemed pretty nice. We were able to walk most places we needed to, including the football stadium. The walk was a little lengthly to the stadium, but we could have easily caught a short cab ride there and back if needed.

A Traveler from Melbourne Beach, fl
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Nov 1 2011

“Motel - Hotel”

Varsity Inn South was a solid motel at a good price. Clean, comfortable enough, and conveniently located. I say "Motel"because you drive up to the doors, so the noise level reflects that. But even after a big Buckeye win on Homecoming night, we slept well from midnight to seven. I would have expected to hear every excited fan returning, and it was not too bad. We watched the last play of the game and walked back to the room in 10 minutes. They even have drive up check in, coffee and decent showers. The refrigerator vibrated noisily with a microwave on top (easy fix, and nice to have both in the room) The bathroom light switch also turned on the noisy fan (should have been a separate switch, if that's legal?). We rented a car, but it's not necessary, unless you plan to go to the zoo and outlying attractions. There are plenty of places to eat within a short walk; and south campus is just over the river ( 5 minute stroll). "It ain't the Ritz", as my old coach used to say. But it's value lodging, within walking distance to the "Shoe".

Area recommendations
Campus, Short north, Upper Arlington
Matthew S from Manhattan, KS
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Oct 25 2011

“clean and price is right”

The room was clean. The price was right. The staff did thier jobs quickly. The best part is the drive thru ckeck in and check out.

Toby R from Chicago, IL
3.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Oct 18 2011

“Basic OSU Lodging”

Very nice staff.. Gathered and mailed items we had left in room. ++ Clean linens. Not enough towels. Small room for 4. Barking dog, next door. Decent, basic lodging very close to OSU campus.

A Traveler from Chambersburg, PA
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Oct 11 2011

“Great for events at OSU”

This location is within walking distance of OSU's Medical Center, James Cancer Hospital, and Ohio Stadium. There is convenient access to shopping and restaurants. The room was nicely decorated and had a very comfortable bed. My main critiques are that the bathroom fixtures were somewhat corroded and the bathroom in general looked run down compared to the rest of the room. When people in adjoining rooms turned water on, the pipes were very loud.

A Traveler from pittsburgh, pa
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Mar 10 2011

“varsity inn in columbus, ohio”

it was a convenient location right by campus.

A Traveler from Montana
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Nov 3 2010

“Met Expectations”

The staff was nice and helpful. The hotel was close to Ohio State, restaurant, shops, and the movie theater. The construction going on next door was slightly annoying, but that is only temporary and should not deter someone from staying here. I am happy we made the choice to stay here.

Varsity Inn South Hotel

1445 Olentangy River Rd Columbus, 43212 United States of America

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Nearby Points of Interest

  • Ohio State University - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
  • Ohio Stadium - 1.6 km / 1 mi
  • Wexner Center for the Arts - 2 km / 1.2 mi
  • Columbus Convention Center - 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
  • Nationwide Arena - 2.8 km / 1.8 mi
  • Ohio Expo Center - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
  • Battelle Riverfront Park - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
  • COSI - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
  • Columbus Crew Stadium - 3.6 km / 2.3 mi
  • Rhodes State Office Tower - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
  • Ohio Statehouse - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
  • LeVeque Tower - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
  • Ohio Theater - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
  • Columbus Museum of Art - 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
  • Franklin Park Conservatory - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi

Location Highlights

  • In suburbs
  • In business district
  • Medical center nearby
  • University nearby

The preferred airport for Varsity Inn South Hotel is Columbus, OH (CMH-Port Columbus Intl.) - 12 km / 7.5 mi.

Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property's location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance.

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Nearest Major Airport:

  • Columbus, OH, United States (CMH-Port Columbus Intl.)

Area:

University District, Columbus, Ohio, United States of America: Columbus' University District—where the Ohio State University and Columbus Crew Stadium are located—is home to as many as 50,000 during the school year. High Street, which runs through the campus, caters to the student population with a wide variety of bars, restaurants, shops, and bookstores.

Varsity Inn South Hotel

1445 Olentangy River Rd Columbus, 43212 United States of America

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