Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU

2.0 star property
City-center motel within easy reach of Ohio State University

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU offers a welcoming atmosphere near Ohio State University. With laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli on site, you can unwind after exploring the area. Enjoy free in-room WiFi and take advantage of RV/bus/truck parking.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking

Main amenities (6)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Laundry facilities
$65 nightly
The total price is $77
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
3246 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH, 43202

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Schottenstein Center - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Ohio Stadium - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Historic Crew Stadium - 5 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Riverside Hospital Cafeteria - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Skyline Chili - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU

Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU puts you just a 5-minute drive from Ohio State University and Schottenstein Center. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Also, Ohio Stadium and Historic Crew Stadium are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 92 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for 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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets stay free (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • No alcohol served onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 40
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 28
  • Braille signage
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free long-distance and local calls

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in

Policies

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

Yes, cats and dogs stay free, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet.

Is parking offered on site at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Hollywood Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What's the area around Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU like?

Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU is in Oletangy West, a short 18-minute walk from Ohio State University.

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Reviews

Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU Reviews

6.6

Good

6.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

7.4

Staff & service

6.0

Eco-friendliness

6.4

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Bed
Shower
Bathroom
Toilet
Smoking
Air conditioning
Location
Value

Reviews

4/10 Fair

The place is a dump

This hotel is a dump. It needs updating, cleaning, better beds and pillows etc.
Craig, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

it was good until I went to take a shower and the handle was broken so i couldn't take a shower
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Affordable Rooms, Good Location.

Exactly what i wanted, an affordable room with a nice location. Will definitely use again for future concerts.
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great quality for the buck.

The staff was extremely helpful and tge room was clean and neatly organized. Highly recommendable. Great quality for the buck.
Stacey, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Avoid

This place smells and has mold and bugs. If you must stay here, check ALL of the sheets and bring air freshener. I'm currently fighting them for a refund because they claim they tried everything. It's just a gross motel and the makeshift bulletproof glass in the lobby should tell you all you need to know.
Sean, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff was very nice, close to everything we needed it to be and had zero issues
Dillon, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and reliable. Just missing drawers and closet. But in general was great
Janeth, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Room canceled without notification

They canceled my room.
Brian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Property was very clean and felt safe and affordable with very nices rooms
Tiyandrai, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

The room services house keeping needs a lot more improvement
Jerbrelle, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

My only complaint would be there were no towels in the room when we went to use them. Other than that our 2 rooms 1 night stay went great!
Jessica, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Noisy and not good

There were people outside in full ski masks hiding in bushes. I was unable to go to sleep one night due to someone playing music outside until 2AM. Hotel service desk did nothing to help and suggested that I go outside and tell them to stop.
Jacklin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

7.5/10

Best stay i have had at this location.
Michael, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

No shower curtain. Room ok. Nothing fancy
Tim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stay over

Check in was easy. Booked on line but when we got there the room was finished yet, so was offered another room on ground floor. Worked out great do to my husband just had eye surgery ( steps would have been an issue). Very friendly ,place was clean and very affordable. Definitely would stay here again.
Lori, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It was good except the pillows were not good at all. Check in was ok had unexpected fees that was not told about.
Stephanie, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Shady Billing Practices

My complaint has nothing to do with the hotel's condition; it has to do with the hotel's "gameday" policy. I received a phone call at 9 am, which I almost did not take because it was an unknown number, asking me if I still intended to use the room I had reserved as a pay-at-property reservation months ago. I said yes. I was told that I had to pay right there and then, over the phone, or the room would be released. It felt like a shakedown. I don't like just giving my credit card information over the phone, and I like to pay at the property so that I am there when the charge is run through. I have never had an issue with this! I paid because I had no choice. I was told that this was a "gameday" policy, but I can't find that anywhere stated on my reservation. Very shady!
Megan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Not bad, but a little love could help a lot.

Not as clean as it could have been. Floor not swept well. Bathroom floor had threads on it. Handicap shower floor was slippery. One wash cloth was (white) had blue coloring all over it.
Karen, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Wouldn't allow me to check in without ID, even though I was a frequent guest at this hotel.
Vincent, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice staffing, rooms nice and clean
David, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

No hot water

The check in was weird. Didnt know about the $50 fee. There was a weird smell in the common area. There was no hot water. Tried running rhe shower for almost 5 minutes of the highest heat setting and it never got warm. Severly disappointed.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Front desk was very nice and helpful. Just seems like an independent business with people trying to make a living. Great cost, met our needs.
Danielle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent

We had a great experience. Staff was friendly, our room was clean and the bed was soft. I only wished tĥere was a comfortable chair to sit in. Other then that for the price it was great.
Angela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great bang for your buck

Owner/manager very friendly room looked to be recently remodel very clean
andrew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were super friendly and helped us with food options as well as transportation. The restaurant in from of the Motel was amazing!
Desiree, 2-night trip