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Holiday Inn Express Columbus South - Obetz by IHG

2.5 star property
Columbus guestrooms with comfy beds

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Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Room amenity
Property entrance
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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4870 Old Rathmell Court, Columbus, OH, 43207
  • Place, Three Creeks Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Greater Columbus Convention Center
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Ohio State University
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

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

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible Tub) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

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

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Columbus

In Columbus .Stay at this Columbus hotel and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Three Creeks Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Motts Military Museum. Groveport Recreation Center and Groveport Aquatic Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Three Creeks Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center - 15 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Easton Town Center - 18 min drive - 20.6 miles
  • Ohio Stadium - 18 min drive - 16.3 miles
  • Ohio State University - 19 min drive - 16.1 miles

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Little Italy Ristorante - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Donatos Pizza - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Arby's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Columbus South - Obetz by IHG

Columbus guestrooms with comfy beds
Holiday Inn Express Columbus South - Obetz by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is available daily. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Columbus South - Obetz by IHG also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, laundry facilities, and shopping on site. Self parking is free.

This Columbus hotel is smoke free.

  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Columbus South - Obetz by IHG offers 73 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Columbus hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary weekday 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

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Shopping

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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual fire alarm
  • 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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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 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, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 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 Columbus South - Obetz by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Columbus South - Obetz by IHG is 14.8 mi (20-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 Columbus South - Obetz by IHG?

As of Jan 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Columbus South - Obetz by IHG on Jan 30, 2026 start from $96.9, 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 Columbus South - Obetz by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Columbus South - Obetz by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Columbus South - Obetz by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Columbus South - Obetz by IHG offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Columbus South - Obetz by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Scioto Downs (9-min drive) and Hollywood Casino (16-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Columbus South - Obetz by IHG?

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

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Columbus South - Obetz by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express Columbus South - Obetz by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Columbus South - Obetz by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express Columbus South - Obetz by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Columbus South - Obetz by IHG to downtown Columbus?

Holiday Inn Express Columbus South - Obetz by IHG is 1.4 mi away from Obetz.

Holiday Inn Express Columbus South - Obetz by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 327 out of 752 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 752 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 752 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 752 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 752 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Dashe

Didn’t stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in Clean rooms Great customer service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, courteous and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Spencer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ivan

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clemmentae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the stay I will continue to come back to the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom in the room was dirty. Room was not restocked from previous guests
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, no hot water, good breakfast. Staff was pleasant, and hotel was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Patty

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The television wouldn’t work in the room!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My car was broken into along with nine other cars in the same parking lot and no one was watching security cameras in the staff was unable and unwilling to assist any guests
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, quiet stay, very good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jordan

Good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly, room large, convenient
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and well lit. The staff were all very nice, and the breakfast had a lot of options to choose from.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kullie

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mamadou

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ndeye Astou

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025