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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, Mobility Accessible (Accessible Tub) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Indoor pool
Exterior
Property entrance

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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4870 Old Rathmell Court, Columbus, OH, 43207
  • Scioto Downs
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Nationwide Arena
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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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, Mobility Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

  • 700 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 Bathtub (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 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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

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About the neighborhood

Columbus

In Columbus .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Columbus hotel, you'll find Motts Military Museum and Groveport Recreation Center. Groveport Aquatic Center is within 6 miles (10 km) and Franklin Park is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Scioto Downs - 9 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Lou Berliner Sports Park - 10 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • COSI - 16 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center - 17 min drive - 12.3 miles
  • Nationwide Arena - 17 min drive - 11.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬6 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

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 Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Columbus South - Obetz by IHG on Sep 9, 2025 start from $107.0, 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 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. 289 out of 662 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 662 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 662 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 662 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 662 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

David

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For smoke free facilities the room smelled like smoke.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kellsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and quiet. Complimentary coffee, water and snack upon arrival. Very large room and bathroom. Pool was functional. Water pressure was amazing and dove brand toiletries provided. Delicious breakfast. The perfect hotel stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was amazing, the staff were so friendly and nice!! The location of the hotel was super convenient for my family stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean E

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mindy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed with my kids, clean , safe and the breakfast was pretty good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Somewhat disappointed in this hotel. The room was fine, the front desk checkin girl was very nice and helpful with extra towels and sheets/blankets for the pull out sofa. Breakfast was advertised to start at 6:30, still wasn’t open when we left at 6:45. The other issue for us was I booked it specifically for the jacuzzi. My husband had been having back issues and we stayed here for that to have the hydrotherapy receive some pain and tension. There is NO sign of a jacuzzi. There is a wooden deck
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Ronnie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property itself is nice and clean. The poor rating is because I called the front desk twice due to many, unsupervised kids running through the hotel, between floors and jumping and rough-housing in the room above mine, significantly disrupting our sleep and peaceful enjoyment of our stay. Management didn’t even offer a discount for my inconvenience and their inability or unwillingness to enforce the rules.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrea

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom in the first from I was given was filthy. The bathroom in the second room I was given was dirty as well. I felt disgusting just being there. Had I stayed I wouldn’t have been able to shower with the tubs being dirty. That was not an option since I was on a work trip. They refused to provide a refund and lied to Expedia about my stay. I usually never stay at any Holiday Inn Express because they’re energetic clean enough. This time was no different. I attempted to speak with the manager but the woman who checked me in and out didn’t give me the option to.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to rest your head!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bette

Traveled with family
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights. Extremely comfortable, clean, and quiet. Staff was very friendly. Breakfasts were great, with a lot of variety. I would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Brock

Traveled with family
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stevenson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I checked they gave me a room that was already occupied. I opened the door and there was someone in the room. The manager seemed to think that was humorous. It could have been disastrous. The room is dingy and dirty. The phone was not working. The towel rack in the bathroom fell off when I reached for the towel. I would never stay here again and would hesitate to book through Expedia again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

james

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

David, Newport News

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A++ Hotel

Best hotel I’ve stayed at in awhile!!! Staff was supper friendly, hotel was clean and smelled nice, PLUS they even bake cookies and popcorn checkin time. Pool room was warm and the pool was great! If you staying in the area you better pick this hotel!
Nice and clean bathroom!
Looks clean and fresh!
Great Breakfast choices!
Welcoming pool!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

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