Olentangy Motor Inn

Suburban hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Wonderful

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Excellent

Highlights

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Renovated in 2023

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Renovated in 2023

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Renovated in 2023

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Renovated in 2023

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Renovated in 2023

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

1445 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43212

What's nearby

Ohio Stadium - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Schottenstein Center - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
Nationwide Arena - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
Ohio State University - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
Greater Columbus Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
‪Chick-fil-A - ‬13 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
‪Natalie’s - ‬8 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Olentangy Motor Inn

Hotel remodeled in 2023 and located near Ohio Stadium

Olentangy Motor Inn provides amenities like free to-go breakfast and a coffee shop/cafe. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

You'll also find perks like:

Free self parking
RV/bus/truck parking, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location

Room features

All 55 individually furnished rooms have thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.

Other amenities include:

Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
55-inch TVs with premium channels
Coffee/tea makers, heating, and housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site
RV/bus/truck parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

Crimson Cup

Conveniences

24-hour front desk

Guest services

Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
4 accessible parking spaces
Assistive listening devices
Smooth flooring in public areas
Smooth flooring in room
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

1 building
2 floors
Built in 1986
Renovated entire property - September 2023
Smoking not allowed
Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

Premium bedding

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

55-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free local calls
Heating
Individual furnishings
Mobile key entry
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

1 total (up to 30 lbs per pet)

Pets cannot be left unattended

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Olentangy Motor Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, Olentangy Motor Inn allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 30 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Olentangy Motor Inn?

As of Jul 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Olentangy Motor Inn on Jul 2, 2025 start from $115.0, 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.

How much is parking at Olentangy Motor Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Olentangy Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Olentangy Motor Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Olentangy Motor Inn located?

Located in Grandview Heights, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Olentangy Bike Path and Ohio Stadium. Ohio State University and Greater Columbus Convention Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).