With a stay at this well-placed hotel, you'll be half a mile (1 km) from Ohio State University and within 3 miles (5 km) of Nationwide Arena. Ohio State Medical Center and Ohio State Harding Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Round-the-clock service
This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can provide around-the-clock assistance.
The Varsity Inn ratings based on 25 Verified Reviews
Review Summary
3.2
out of 5
3.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness3.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff3.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition3.0 out of 5.0
Guest reviews for The Varsity Inn
Everyone (15)Couples (4)Family (8)
1 out of 5
People were smoking pot in the lot right outside our door and playing loud music. The toilet was clogged upon arrival. No fridge or microwave which was listed on the website. TV did not work. Floor had tags left from new clothes on floor from prior person who stayed there.
Posted by Lisa on Sep 19, 2022
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Comment from Hotel Management
Oct 28, 2022
by Sierra Jordan
Sorry for any inconvenience's you encounter while choosing to stay at our property. Some things our out of our control especially since this is an Inn and a exterior property. I will work with my housekeeping staff to make sure that they take their time and pay attention to details more. And if you booked a room with the Micro/Fridge yes that should of been the room you had, but often our guest just clicks because it states King Bed, definitely have to pay attention to the details of the room. At the Varsity we have 2 king bed room types MRKN(Mini King) which does not come with micro/fridge KRNS( King standard) room does come with Micro/Fridge. And all of our DRNS(double beds) room has micro/fridges. So when booking with us again know you now how to reserve your correct room so it can be equipped with the things that serve you best!! Hope to see you again soon!!
1 out of 5
I canceled because your scam website changed booking to the auto scam 2 weeks later. I replied 2 minutes after your confirmation. I want my money credited back IMMEDIATELY.
I akso called the hotel to cancel becayse the date was wrong.
get ut done please !!
Posted by john on Jul 13, 2022
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Comment from Hotel Management
Jul 20, 2022
by Sierra Jordan-HOM
Sorry for any inconveniences due to user error, if any mistakes were made on our end it has been handled and sorry again for your dissatisfaction with this property.
2 out of 5
Main lobby was closed the whole time I was there. Had to go to a hallway “night check-in” lobby and I could hardly breathe with such a strong odor of chemicals. The carpet in my room needs cleaning as it turned my white socks to black. They only give you one bar of soap, which you are to use for the sink and shower, as if they can’t put out 2 bars of soap. The feel of the room was dirty and outdated. The computer chair in my room was full of stains. When I entered my room for the first time, there as a guy inside, talking on the phone, just hangin out. Looked like he worked for the hotel, but it was strange that he was just hangin out in vacant rooms. The only reason I decided to book at this hotel was for the cheap price, but I won’t be returning.
Posted by Victor on Apr 25, 2022
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Comment from Hotel Management
Apr 27, 2022
by varsity inn
Thank you for letting us know. We will advise our housekeeping department to more diligent when cleaning our rooms going forward. Thank you for staying at the varsity inn and we hope to see you again,
1 out of 5
Posted by Anthony on Nov 3, 2021
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4 out of 5
Convenient place to stay close to campus. Only wish they had microwaves in the rooms like they used to.
Posted by Patricia, from GOLDSBORO on Nov 1, 2021
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Comment from Hotel Management
Nov 2, 2021
by Sierra Jordan
Thank you , we greatly appreciate your positive feedback about our hotel. We do take pride in catering to our guest's need the best way we can. So it looks like you booked a Mini King and those amenities are the same as a Standard King bedroom sorry for the miss communication. We hope to see you again soon!!
5 out of 5
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Posted by Anthony on Oct 21, 2021
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Comment from Hotel Management
Oct 22, 2021
by varsity inn
thank you for your feedback
5 out of 5
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Posted by Solange on Oct 10, 2021
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Comment from Hotel Management
Oct 12, 2021
by varsity inn
thank you for your feedback
4 out of 5
The room had a distinct distasteful smell. It was like old smoke mixed with stuffiness. The floors were dirty and needed to be swept and vacuumed. The furniture also needed to be dusted
Posted by a verified traveler on Aug 6, 2021
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Comment from Hotel Management
Aug 11, 2021
by Nikka Owensby
We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with such detailed feedback about your stay. I am very sorry to hear that several things throughout your stay did not meet your expectations. Please note that your concerns have been passed on to our housekeeping management. We do hope you give us another chance as we will improve our services.
1 out of 5
Posted by a verified traveler on Jul 11, 2021
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Comment from Hotel Management
Aug 11, 2021
by Nikka Owensby
Thank you, we greatly appreciate your feedback about our hotel. We do take pride in catering to our guests' needs the best way we can. We’re sorry you were unhappy with our hotel during your stay. If you would like to discuss the problem you encountered, we are happy to assist. Regards, Nikka Owensby- Hotel Operations Supervisor
1 out of 5
So first let me start by saying that I do like your hotel, and have enjoyed staying there mul
The Varsity Inn offers its guests a vending machine and RV/bus/truck parking. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free. This Columbus hotel is smoke free.
119 guestrooms or units
2 levels
2 buildings
Front desk (24 hours)
No smoking on site
Family Friendly Amenities
Family property
Free WiFi
Internet
Available in all rooms:
Free WiFi
Available in some public areas:
Free WiFi
Parking
Free self parking
, RV, bus, truck parking
Transport
Parking: Free self parking
Room Amenities
The Varsity Inn offers 119 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with hydromassage showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the 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 offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
Television
Cable channels
Premium channels
Coffee maker
Luxury bedding
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower and tub combination
Hydromassage showerhead
Housekeeping (daily)
Local calls (free)
Hair dryer
Toiletries (free)
Telephone
Iron and ironing board
Desk
Blackout drapes
Exterior corridor access
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Unique furnishings
Connecting rooms available
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
Roll-in shower
Wheelchair accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Hotel Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-in time ends at anytime
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 AM
Payment types
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.
Pet Policy
Pets: USD 10 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 10.00 per stay
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 2 per room (weight limit: 100 lbs)
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
Policies
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.
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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes 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. 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; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; guests are provided with hand sanitizer. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings, and can be accessed from outside the building via exterior corridors. This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA).
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
Temperature checks are not 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
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Staff wears personal protective equipment
Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
Protective clothing is not available to guests
Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Staffed front desk
Social distancing measures are in place
Contactless check-in is available
No rollaway/extra beds available
No elevators
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Smoke detector
Individually-wrapped food options are not available
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.
Pet deposit: USD 10.00 per stay
Pet fee: USD 10 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
Varsity Inn South Hotel
Varsity Inn South Hotel Columbus
Varsity South Columbus
Varsity Inn Columbus
Varsity Inn
Varsity Columbus
The Varsity Inn Hotel
The Varsity Inn Columbus
The Varsity Inn Hotel Columbus
You should know
Children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
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).
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Varsity Inn is 8.9 mi (13-min drive) away from the John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Airport shuttle services are not available at The Varsity Inn.
The Varsity Inn does not offer free breakfast.
No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Hollywood Casino (11-min drive) and Scioto Downs (15-min drive) are nearby.
Check-in is from 3:00 PM - anytime.
This hotel offers free self parking.
The Varsity Inn does not have a pool.
The Varsity Inn does not have a restaurant on site. Nearby dining options include Cap City Fine Diner (4-min walk), The Columbus Fish Market (6-min walk), and Bravo (10-min walk).
There are no spa services available at this hotel.
*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.
