Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel
2.5 star property
8.0/10 Very Good
Popular amenities
Pool
Free WiFi
Breakfast included
Parking included
Free airport shuttle
Air conditioning
3045 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43202
Explore the area
Ohio State University6 min walk
Schottenstein Center2 min drive
Whetstone Park4 min drive
Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)18 min drive
Room options
About this area
Columbus
Located in Columbus, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel is in the city center. Champions of Columbus Golf Course and Golf Club of Dublin are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Jack Nicklaus Museum and Ohio State Fairgrounds. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Schottenstein Center or Value City Arena.
Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum - 4 min drive
Whetstone Park - 4 min drive
Ohio Stadium - 8 min drive
Getting around
John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Bob Evans - 4 min walk
El Vaquero Mexican Restaurant - 5 min walk
Fortune Chinese Restaurant - 7 min walk
Sonic - 8 min walk
Raising Cane's - 8 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel
Hotel in the city center
Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a 24-hour gym.
Additional perks include:
An indoor pool
Free self parking
A free area shuttle, multilingual staff, and ATM/banking services
A front desk safe, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
Guest reviews say good things about the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 100 individually furnished rooms feature thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and wet bars, as well as amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guests reviews give good marks for the spacious rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Pillowtop mattresses and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves
Languages
Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Hindi, Spanish
Cleaning and safety practices
Enhanced cleanliness measures
Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Follows standard cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Social distancing
Contactless check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place
Safety measures
Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Hand sanitizer provided
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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
Free self parking on site
Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Free area shuttle
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
Guest services
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
24-hour business center
999 square feet of conference space
Meeting room
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Grab bar in shower
Grab bar near toilet
In-room accessibility
Low-height door lock
Roll-in shower (select rooms)
Visual fire alarm
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
Smoke-free property
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
Entertainment
42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Deposit: USD 30.00 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.
We should mention
Pool access available from 5:30 AM to 11 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ friendly)
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Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 5:30 AM–11 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel?
As of Feb 2, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel on Feb 22, 2023 start from $94.99, 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.
Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel?
Check-in is from 3 PM - midnight.
What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.
Where is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel located?
Located in the heart of Columbus, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Jack Nicklaus Museum and Ohio State University. OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital and Schottenstein Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu, an IHG Hotel Reviews
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It was very close to OSU and safe. Also it has a nice sized breakfast area. We liked the option of using the pool and hot tub. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Terrible check in, wrong keys multiple times up and down the elevator that barely works. Entire floors under construction and doing work at NIGHT! No power at any outlet next to bed, no dining options. Would never ever ever stay here again.
Room was undergoing renovation. Did not look at all like online photos. Contractor was not finished and some furniture was missing, but they rented the room at full price anyway. When I complained to the front desk the manager was very dismissive and his only response was to blame the contractor and covid. Also, the wifi is very slow and buggy. The breakfast was mediocre. Some equipment in the gym was out of order. Of the four similar motels we have stayed at on this trip, all were fine except for this one. I really don’t recommend it.
Almost everything was perfect except a few minor things. First, we found used towels and food in our room that house keeping missed. And second, the breakfast food is somewhat close to the front door so it was only 60 degrees trying to have breakfast.