Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area

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

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Reception
Pool
Exterior
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Restaurant

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
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  • Housekeeping
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  • Parking included
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About the neighborhood

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3160 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH, 43202

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University - 15 min walk
  • Schottenstein Center - 2 min drive
  • Ohio Stadium - 4 min drive
  • Historic Crew Stadium - 5 min drive
  • Ohio Expo Center and State Fair - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Roosters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area

Hotel near Ohio State University
Consider a stay at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area and take advantage of free self-serve breakfast, a fireplace in the lobby, and a 24-hour gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Swimming pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and a computer station
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 152 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and free infant beds

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Pool

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

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
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 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 registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 7 floors
  • Built in 2014
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 75.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 75.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area?

As of Jul 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area on Aug 11, 2024 start from $109.65, 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.

Is Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area pet-friendly?

Yes, Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for USD 75.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area located?

Located in Oletangy West, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of McConnell Heart Hospital at Riverside and Ohio State University. Ohio Stadium is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 688 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1005 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay when you are visiting the Ohio State University.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kerri

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
absolutely disgusting they devil charge my card. It was so gross there. There was roaches everywhere. I’ve never experienced anything like this in my life. I live a $200,000 home and had to get an exterminator after bringing my suitcases home.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, but the air conditioner was not working properly in our room. The room was super clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room and hotel was very clean and nice. really nice shower and had great streaming options on the tv. pool and workout area are good. also, the breakfast was top notch. Only down side was bed was harder then i would like. but, thats more person preference, but that would be a positive for some people. i did sleep well. Would def stay there agen.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Meghan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shower was very dirty and the breakfast staff just watched you like a hawk while you got your food and ate - it was very weird.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kasey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
W stayed here to go to a music festival. It was a great hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaylee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay! The woman working the front desk was very kind and helpful and the staff handling breakfast were amazing!! The lobby was very clean, as well as my room. No complaints. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roshan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and quiet. The breakfast options are good. I am happy with the 12 pm checkout, as this works for my schedule.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was like new. Everything was updated - from the carpet to the bedding to the furniture to the drapes.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

alex

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room did not have curtains and was on the east side of the building. The sun was in our room at 6:30 am and it was very hard to sleep. Please put curtains in the rooms to block out the sun.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cordelia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
property was super clean, staff was friendly and helpful. easy to check in contactless on hilton app.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the friendly staff and cleanliness of the property
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property with friendly staff. Only negative was room was not ready at check in, despite arriving 30 minutes after the stated check in time. Front desk was very apologetic and room was ready within 30 minutes
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were nice and clean. The front desk staff was super friendly. The breakfast options were perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tyler at the front desk was super friendly and kind. He made us feel welcome!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice and there was plenty of places to dine nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tiffany

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
BED BUGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So nice!! The property is clean and easily accessible. The offered breakfast is delicious and there are many places to choose from for dining or pick up. Stayed here for a concert and will definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
2.5