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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Ohio State University in Columbus

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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3045 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43202
  • Place, Ohio State University
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Schottenstein Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Communications)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms (1 King, 1 Queen, Sofa Bed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Additional Living Area)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Additional Living Area)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

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

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Suite, Multiple Beds (2 Queen beds with Sofa Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(66 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
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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 OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital. Schottenstein Center and Ohio Stadium are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • McConnell Heart Hospital at Riverside - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Schottenstein Center - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Ohio Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Skyline Chili - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG

Hotel near Ohio State University in Columbus
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is available. Event space at this hotel measures 969 square feet (90 square meters) and includes conference space. A library, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG. Parking is available for a fee.

This Columbus hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 969 sq ft of conference space
  • 90 sq m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Columbus hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free area shuttle
  • Secured, uncovered self parking on site (USD 10 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Library

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height door lock
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • 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 van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Wet bar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 30.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 10 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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, 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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 Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 5:30 AM to 11 PM.
  • 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 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG is 11.1 mi (19-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 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

As of Jan 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG on Feb 3, 2026 start from $102.0, 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 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 19 mi (32-min drive) from Alum Creek Beach.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG offer free breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Hollywood Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

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

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 10 per day.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 5:30 AM to 11 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG to downtown Columbus?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG is 4.5 mi away from Columbus.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 480 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 93 out of 1001 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Pami

Traveled with family
I was disappointed that I was not told that I would have to pay a $15 charge to park in the parking lot after I had rented the room. I just assumed a parking space came with my hotel price. I was also a little disappointed. That there was no ice on my floor. I had to go either above me or below me a floor to get a bucket of ice. I did find a big glob of hair on the shower curtain. What’s kept me from bathing for the one night I was there I just washed in the sink with a washcloth. The staff was friendly enough. The room was clean other than the shower hair, but the breakfast was one of the worst I’ve ever had at a hotel breakfast. I would suggest you hit a McDonald’s drive-through.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very loud air conditioner, tv barely worked, surprise parking fees and very unusual staff. Strongly recommend picking somewhere else in the area - lots of choices for a better experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Rita

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Poor quality, incomplete renovations. Rooms entrance has old tile in foyer and bathroom. Transition of tile chipped. Toilet very soiled at base. Towels had stains.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet atmosphere overall, all great (minus the random fire alarm at midnight). Also- something I didn't know- they have a gate that closes at 10:30? Not sure if you can leave/enter after, but I was out until 10 and just barely made it back (after getting a text alerting me to this gate closure). Sadly means I didn't have an opportunity to graba late dinner before going back to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moses

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall, clean hotel and good service.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Linda

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We discovered a bed bug.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Basic but ok.

Nice stay, good location. Beds were not the most comfortable. Need more outlets. Very basic room but it works for a quick stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jessse

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They overbooked the hotel and moved us next door to the stayvridge suite. And into a rock with a king.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abdulrakib

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Dale

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were surprised at check-in that we were required to pay a parking fee to park in the hotel parking lot. Then we arrived in the breakfast area to find it dark and empty. When we inquired at the front desk the employee there made several phone calls and finally said the breakfast staff did not show up for work. We asked for a partial refund. The manager finally appeared. The employee tried to explain the issue but he walked right past her and us and into his office without even acknowledging any of us. Contacted Holiday Inn Express and was told although that is not the level of service they strive for, they would not do anything for us.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Traveled with group
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael, DeLand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Paying for parking is gouging. They didn't issue a permit and didn't even tale the license tag number.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Robin

Didn’t know until check in that parking was $15.00. Room nice. Extremely loud from highway out front with cars and motorcycles
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jose

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Eden

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was fine
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Crystal

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved my stay

The place was super nice. The bed was completely comfortable. My only suggestion is I wish the front desk would ask for ID when giving replacement key cards.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Kansas

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Broken faucet knob, hidden fees, and poor customer service. When coming into Columbus, this was our go to hotel but this will be the last time. We always book a room with a Jacuzzi and was informed at arrival time there was an extra deposit for the Jacuzzi room, this being our third time at this hotel with said Jacuzzi room, and was never told about an extra deposit. Service desk said there has always been a 100.00 cash deposit for these rooms but it is now 200.00. I explained we’ve been getting these rooms since 2023 and never had to pay deposit. So either this is something new or in the past times an employee was not informed of this/ doing their job properly. It would also take several tries to get the room keys to work.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Steven

No
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

khan dad

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice pool
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025