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Olentangy Motor Inn

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible | Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
1445 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43212
  • Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
    16 min walk
  • James Cancer Hospital
    19 min walk
  • Ohio Stadium
    2 min drive
  • Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    13 min drive

Room options

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 26.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 26.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 26.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible | Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

  • 26.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 19.8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
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About this property

Olentangy Motor Inn

Suburban Columbus hotel in Grandview Heights with free parking
A coffee shop/cafe, a 24-hour front desk and camper van/bus/lorry parking are available at this smoke-free hotel. Housekeeping is available on request.
Olentangy Motor Inn offers 55 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Olentangy Motor Inn's great location. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Ohio State University. Enjoy features like free self-parking and a coffee shop/cafe.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the coffee shop
  • Services include a virtual front desk
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Ohio State University and a few minutes from Ohio Stadium
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Olentangy Motor Inn was completed in September 2023.

This Columbus hotel is smoke free.

Crimson Cup – On-site coffee shop.

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 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

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 30 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD100 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in information and smart lock details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests. Guests are required to download the property's olentangymotorinn mobile app before check-in. At the property, quiet hours are enforced between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

We should mention

  • Children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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

Olentangy Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 400 out of 579 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 579 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 579 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 579 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 579 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lorie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, newley remodeled. Very close to OSU campus and Hospital. Free parking, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tomasz

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I'm not one for motels as they generally make me feel less safe over hotels. However, we enjoyed our stay here, the room was clean, the space was quiet, beds were comfy, staff were nice, and complimentary breakfast sandwich and coffee were both really good. Would recommend for an affordable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dina

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

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maude

Liked: Amenities
When I drove up this place reminded me of hotels from the
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Andres, Miami

Business traveller
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

KATHRYN C

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Tyler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The coffee shop/lobby was very confusing. Needs to be a sign. Shower head was broken. Dirty shower floor.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alina

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

10/10 Excellent

Tonia

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and comfortable, only stayed one night but would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lira

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best showers of any hotel I've ever stayed at -- just the strongest, most cleansing water pressure, and with invigorating spearmint eucalyptus bath products for an added spa-like experience. Room was clean and comfy, and we REALLY appreciated the free coffee and breakfast sandwiches in the morning. 10/10, would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute Motel! We stayed after a Buckeyes game and had a great experience. Quiet and great location.Clean and comfortable rooms! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

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

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Updated nicely and the breakfast sandwich is amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin, Aurora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good. No complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay!
Amazing stay! I was reminded about the convenience of a motor inn and parking the car right outside the door. Such a clean and quiet room. Everything recently updated. I highly recommend for a nice overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean and well decorated. We would definitely stay there again if in the area. The free breakfast sandwiches and coffees were a plus!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A good night in a nicely rennovated room
After remodel the outside still looks a bit low rent but the interior has been nicely renovated with a modern look new furniture and bedding - The name is horrible “Olentangy Motor Inn” and to most it will always be the Varsity Inn but i would definitely stay again its super convenient to downtown and local shopping and was a comfortable nights stay! the only thing i didn’t love was i missed the free breakfast sandwich 😅
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was great, had a coffee shop, and wasn’t a bad walk to the stadium!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024