In the heart of Columbus, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu offers a warm welcome with breakfast buffet, 24-hour gym, and library. Unwind by the indoor pool or explore nearby Ohio State University. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Pool
Connecting rooms available
Non-smoking
Laundry facilities
Free parking
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Indoor pool
Free area shuttle
24-hour fitness centre
24-hour business centre
Business centre
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Library
Front desk safe
ATM/banking services
Vending machine
Feel at home (6)
Rollaway/extra beds
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
The current price is NZ$226
NZ$226
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Room options
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Additional Living Area)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Schottenstein Center - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Ohio Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Historic Crew Stadium - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
Getting around
Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) - 19 min drive
Free local area shuttle
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min walk
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 8 min walk
Roosters - 8 min walk
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Starbucks - 16 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG
At Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Ohio State University and Schottenstein Center. The indoor pool is a great spot for a morning swim, and guests can get a workout in at the 24-hour fitness centre. Also, Ohio Stadium and Historic Crew Stadium are a short five-minute drive away. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Hindi, Spanish
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
100 rooms
Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
DONE
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
DONE
Off-site
Free area shuttle
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast
Travelling with children
Free local shuttle
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
Meeting room
Conference space (969 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Facilities
1 building/tower
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Library
24-hour fitness centre
An indoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Raised toilet seat
Lowered locks/deadbolt
Low-height worktop and sink
Grab bar near toilet
Grab bar in shower
Visual fire alarm
Wheelchair-width doorways
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
42-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Wet bar
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 30.00 per stay
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 5:30 AM to 11 PM
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
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Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?
Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 5:30 AM to 11 PM.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Hollywood Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness centre.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG is in Oletangy West, a short 13-minute walk from Ohio State University. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Bed
Location
Hot Tub
Booking
Shower
Bathroom
Parking
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as good, excellent, or outstanding with a variety of options. (44 reviews)
The hot tub was excellent, perfect temperature, and a great place to relax. (9 reviews)
The hot tub and spa were excellent, and the adult swim time was a great feature. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10
Very friendly and accommodating staff upon check-in. Room was spacious. Excellent breakfast. Nice comfortable overnight stay.
Joseph
1-night trip
10/10
The hotel was very clean and our room was welcoming. The breakfast was outstanding and the staff was so attentive. We are so glad we chose this hotel for our stay, and we will definitely book again.
Audra
1-night trip
10/10
Great rooms for a great price
Keasha
1-night trip
10/10
Friendly staff and overall great visit!
Shelby
1-night trip
10/10
The staff was extremely nice and I even lost my phone in the front desk found it and returned it to me the hot tub was really nice and hot and that heated pool was actually heated the rooms were clean the view was great it was definitely a place I would like to stay again
Leon
1-night trip
10/10
Rooms clean
Pool nice
Staff excellent!
Josh
1-night trip
10/10
Property was nice. Staff super helpful would definitely stay here again
Amy
2-night trip
10/10
Another great stay! So close to campus
sheri
2-night trip
10/10
Friendly staff, clean hotel, clean pool. What you would want in a hotel stay.
Nathan
1-night trip
10/10
Very friendly staff! Warm and welcoming, nice breakfast, clean facility!
Larissa
1-night trip
10/10
Very good, clean modern room. Hotel very nice and staff very friendly and helpful
Verified traveller
3-night trip
8/10
We liked this hotel stay of one night. Rooms n bathrooms were clean n modernized
Dnyanesh Yashwant
1-night trip
10/10
Great location, clean rooms.
Narayanan
3-night trip
10/10
Great breakfast, clean rooms, no issues during our stay.
Emmalee
1-night trip
10/10
I stay here often due to receiving medical treatment from OSU James Center and I couldn’t ask for a better place to stay. They staff is very friendly and always accommodating.
Melanie
1-night trip
10/10
Great hotel in a great location for everything Ohio State! Check-in and check-out were quick and easy. Hotel clean and uncluttered. Breakfast was good with good food options.
Amy
1-night trip
8/10
Would stay again
Christopher
2-night trip
10/10
The hotel was perfect for our campus tour needs. My room didn’t have a hair dryer but with one call, had a brand new on my room within minutes. Very friendly staff!
Cheryl
1-night trip
10/10
It was a quick stay due to a hospital procedure. We was able to check-in early for testing.
Dennis
1-night trip
10/10
Everyone was kind and helpful. Would definitely stay here again
Joan
4-night trip
8/10
Second time staying here, nice and clean.
Cynthia
1-night trip
10/10
Highly recommend this location. I usually stay here when I'm visiting Columbus
Tamiya
1-night trip
10/10
Perfect location and the staff was very friendly
Karley
2-night trip
10/10
Excellent hotel, rooms clean & well-appointed, comfortable pillows and beds, very friendly and welcoming staff.