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

Hotel with free breakfast, near Ohio State University

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus is in the heart of the city, steps from Ohio State University. Guests love the breakfast buffet, indoor pool, and quiet library. Visitors praise the attentive staff.

Very good

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pool
Gym
Housekeeping
Laundry

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 10 - Sep 11

Tomorrow

Sep 11 - Sep 12

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 18 of 18 rooms

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

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

325 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

300 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

300 sq ft
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Excellent

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room

Excellent

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Sofa bed - queen

300 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Sofa bed - queen

300 sq ft
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

Excellent

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

325 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Columbus, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG is in the city center. Easton Town Center and Polaris Fashion Place are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Ohio State Fairgrounds and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Schottenstein Center or Ohio Stadium. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.

Visit our Columbus travel guide

3045 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43202

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
‪Riverside Hospital Cafeteria - ‬16 min walk
‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬8 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪Skyline Chili - ‬4 min walk

About this property

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

Hotel near Ohio State University

A free breakfast buffet, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center.

Additional perks include:

An indoor pool along with sun loungers
A free area shuttle, self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
A front-desk safe, multilingual staff, and a banquet hall
A vending machine, ATM/banking services, and a 24-hour front desk
Guest reviews say great things 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. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean 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

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

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

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

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. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Deposit: USD 30.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Uncovered self parking fee: USD 5 per day (in/out privileges)
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

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)

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)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

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

As of Sep 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG on Oct 1, 2025 start from $102.0, 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 by IHG 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 by IHG?

Self parking is available for USD 5 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG 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 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.