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Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area

3.0 star property
Hotel near Ohio State University in Columbus

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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3232 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43202
  • Place, Ohio State University
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Ohio Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Schottenstein Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Room With Bathtub-Mobility/Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Disability Access/Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds Room

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility/Hearing Accessible Two Queen Room with Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility/Hearing Accessible King Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 2

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Columbus

Oletangy West stay.Your stay at this Oletangy West hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Ohio State University and Schottenstein Center. Ohio Stadium and Historic Crew Stadium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ohio Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Schottenstein Center - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Historic Crew Stadium - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center - 7 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Riverside Hospital Cafeteria - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Skyline Chili - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area

Hotel near Ohio State University in Columbus
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Event space at this hotel measures 2950 square feet (274 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, gift shops/newsstands, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Columbus hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 158 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 2950 sq ft of conference space
  • 274 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2006
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Convenience store
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area offers 158 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 49-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 20 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Breakfast fee: approximately USD 10.95 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)

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

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, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, Eurocard, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 20 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area to the airport?

Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area is 11.2 mi (15-min drive) away from the John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area?

As of Nov 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area on Nov 27, 2025 start from $101.6, excluding 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.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area.

How close is Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area to the beach?

This hotel is 15.2 mi (22-min drive) from Alum Creek Beach.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area, but breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 10.95 per person. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Hollywood Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area have a pool?

Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area does not have a pool.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area have a restaurant?

Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area is home to Garden Grille, which features American cuisine and al fresco dining.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area to downtown Columbus?

Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area is 4.7 mi away from Columbus.