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4.6 out of 5

"I was guest of the day and my room was upgraded to a king suite and it was great! Loved my room! " More

By a verified traveler on Sat 10 Jun 2023

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Hotel Description

3.5-star hotel near Ohio University

In Athens

Your stay at this Athens hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Ohio University and Convocation Center. Also, Peden Stadium is within half a mile (1 km) and John Calhoun Baker University Center is within 2 miles (3 km).

Business services

This hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool and perks like free self parking.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Shower)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$164* Per night/room Sep 28 - Sep 29

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Ohio University Inn & Conference Center ratings based on 37 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.6 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 5.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Ohio University Inn & Conference Center

Everyone (17) Couples (3) Family (17)
5 out of 5
I was guest of the day and my room was upgraded to a king suite and it was great! Loved my room!

Posted by on Jun 10, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 14, 2023 by GuestServices

Thank you so much for taking the time to review our property! We are so happy that you got to be guest of the day, and that you enjoyed the associated amenities. Looking forward to having you again!

5 out of 5

Posted by , from CRESCENT on Apr 6, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Apr 26, 2023 by GuestServices

Thanks so much for taking the time to review our property!

5 out of 5
Wonderfull place.

Posted by on Mar 26, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 30, 2023 by Alicia

We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay! Please come back and stay with us again soon!

5 out of 5
Great location for running our kids back and forth to the OU Honor Band.

Posted by on Dec 3, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Dec 3, 2022 by OU Inn Guest Services

Thank you so much for your feedback! You are always welcome back! Go Honors Band!!

5 out of 5

Posted by , from GLENVIEW on Aug 20, 2022

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5 out of 5
my go to every time in Athens....gr8 stay!

Posted by on Aug 7, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Aug 9, 2022 by Ohio University Inn and Conference Center

Hello, Thank you for choosing the Ohio University Inn and Conference Center. We value your feedback and appreciate you taking the time to review and we hope to host you again in the future!

5 out of 5
Great hotel and restaurant, wonderfully unique to Athens. Excellent staff and amenities. The courtyard is very charming with swimming pool and fire place. Athens is a beautiful city, and the OU Inn makes the experience that much better.

Posted by , from Sanford on Jul 21, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 23, 2022 by Guest Services

Thank you for your kind review! See you again next time!

2 out of 5

Posted by on Jun 15, 2022

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5 out of 5

Posted by on Mar 22, 2022

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5 out of 5
Friendly and helpful front desk staff, clean room and hotel surroundings. Location is very convenient when visiting Ohio University.

Posted by , from COLUMBUS on Jan 29, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jan 30, 2022 by Guest Services

Thank you for the great review! We look forward to seeing you again!

About the Ohio University Inn & Conference Center

Location 331 Richland Ave, Athens, OH 45701

Renovations + Closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 19 to May 25:

  • Swimming pool

Property Features

Ohio University Inn & Conference Center offers its guests a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 5 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 4467 square feet (415 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Ohio University Inn & Conference Center. Self parking is free. This 3.5-star Athens hotel is smoke free.

  • 139 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 4467 sq ft of conference space
  • 415 sq m of conference space
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Ohio University Inn & Conference Center offers 139 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. This Athens hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Cutlers Restaurant - Overlooking the pool and garden, this restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Bunch of Grapes Tavern - This bar specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Starbucks - Onsite coffee shop. Open daily.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Accessible bathroom (in select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (in select rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (in select rooms)
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time ends at anytime
  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

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

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; contactless room service is available; masks are required in public areas. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. Enhanced food service safety measures are in place. Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast. Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings. This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA) and Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global).

  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Staffed front desk
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are not available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property follows sanitization practices of Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global)
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Debit cards
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 13 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, 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.

Hotel Names

  • Inn Ohio
  • Ohio Inn
  • Ohio University Inn
  • University Inn Ohio
  • Ohio University Inn And Conference Center
  • Ohio University Inn & Conference Center Athens
  • Ohio University Hotel Athens
  • Ohio University Inn Athens
  • Ohio University Inn Conference Center

You should know

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.