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Olentangy Motor Inn

2.0 star property
Suburban Columbus hotel in Grandview Heights with free parking
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Olentangy Motor Inn

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview of Olentangy Motor Inn

9.0

Wonderful

Highlight
  • Offers an on-site restaurant. Only 5% of properties have this in Columbus.

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Your area essentials

1445 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43212
  • Popular LocationBob Evans2 min walk
  • Popular LocationWendy's2 min walk
  • Popular LocationOhio State University Wexner Medical Center16 min walk
  • Popular LocationJames Cancer Hospital19 min walk
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Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 26.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 26.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 26.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 26.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 26.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 19.8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Columbus

Olentangy Motor Inn is located in Grandview Heights, a neighbourhood in Columbus, and is in the suburbs. 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 Ohio Stadium or Schottenstein Center. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center - 16 min walk
  • Ohio Stadium - 2 min drive
  • Schottenstein Center - 3 min drive
  • Ohio State University - 3 min drive
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Port Columbus International 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 - 5 min walk

About this property

Olentangy Motor Inn

Hotel rejuvenated in 2023 and located near Ohio State University
Close to Ohio Stadium, Olentangy Motor Inn provides amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
Room features
All 55 individually furnished rooms include perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • 55-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • 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 space
  • 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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1986
  • Renovated entire property - September 2023
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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
Guests are required to download the property's olentangymotorinn mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

Pets are 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 lb per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on 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.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD100 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
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 any lifts
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

Property is also known as

Varsity Inn South Hotel
Varsity Inn South Hotel Columbus
Varsity South Columbus
Varsity Inn Columbus
Varsity Inn
Varsity Columbus
The Varsity Inn
Olentangy Motor Inn Hotel
Olentangy Motor Inn Columbus
Olentangy Motor Inn Hotel Columbus

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 lb 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 28 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Olentangy Motor Inn on 31 Mar 2024 start from AU$162.17, including 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?

Checkout 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 miles (5 km).

Olentangy Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 123 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 123 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 123 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 123 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 123 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Christine

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute! We stayed for a concert in the city and it was super easy to get to the arena and back! Very clean and friendly staff. I paid 1/3 of the price of the downtown hotels and feel like I got the same service and room as the $350 hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to hospital
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel, Norwalk

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly renovated room, very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reunice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms. Looks like it should be the trap but it’s not! The rooms are nice and modern looking. Bathroom nice. Shower nice. Could be cleaned a little better around outside on floor and little water damage on ceiling but overall great room especially for price and location. Weird thing is you check in inside the coffee shop, but it smells wonderful in there! Very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My only complaint is that the nightlight in my room had its cover scratched off, so it was very bright all night. But its such a unique motel! You check in at a coffee shop! Its really cute and i will probably stay here again if i ever need to be in the area again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great!! Check in was easy!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Karen

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Ok hotel! No housekeeping services during stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024