Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU

City-center motel within easy reach of Ohio State University

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Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU offers a welcoming atmosphere near Ohio State University. With laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli on site, you can unwind after exploring the area. Enjoy free in-room WiFi and take advantage of RV/bus/truck parking.
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Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (6)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Laundry facilities
$65 nightly
$77 total
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 12 of 12 rooms
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Bathroom shower
Television
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Bathroom shower
Television
Television
Television

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

King Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

King Room-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

King Room With Mobility Accessible Roll-in Shower-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Room With Two Double Beds-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Room With Two Double Beds-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

King Suite With Sofa Bed-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
3246 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH, 43202

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • McConnell Heart Hospital at Riverside - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Whetstone Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Schottenstein Center - 3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Skyline Chili - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Roosters - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU

When you stay at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Ohio State University and Ohio Stadium. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Also, Historic Crew Stadium and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 92 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21

Children

    • Up to 2 children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets stay free (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Pets must be supervised

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • No alcohol served onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 40
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 28
  • Braille signage
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free long-distance and local calls

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

Yes, cats and dogs stay free, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet.

Is parking offered on site at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Hollywood Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What's the area around Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU like?

Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU is in Oletangy West, a short 19-minute walk from Ohio State University.

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Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU Reviews

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6.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

7.4

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Exceptional

This place was centrally located which was perfect.
Sterling, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Every thing was wonderful I would stay again!
Aleah, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Water pressure and temperature control for shower was inconsistent and poor. Loud and rowdy neighbors, cops were called to the property. I will not be staying at this location in the future.
Jeromy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Always stay here when I'm in Columbus!
Chris, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

The shower didn't work at all
Evan, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Tv didn't work, remote didn't work, heater didn't work. Very disappointing
Titus, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The outside part of the building is dirty but the was great
FRANCIS VINICIO, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Staff was nice. Bathroom dirty a bit… bad smell to the room
Rafia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room ,very friendly staff
Madelyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice staff
Shaun, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My room was warm and comfy, when the outside was cold, snowy, and windy.
Karen, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

It was a good stay for the price and location for our concert. The restaurants near by were very nice. The room was very bare, but clean and good for a one night stay.
Sabrina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and cozy🙂
Derrick, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay in Columbus for Ohio State game. Felt like a cozy place for a motel
Andrew, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice place to spend the night after an event. Front desk staff very nice and helpful. Close enough to downtown to be accessible but far enough away to avoid most of the traffic.
Emerald, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was available
Shaun, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The staff was friendly, however the room had not been swept.
Jody, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Bathroom was gross. Front desk was excellent.
Christine, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location if you’re in the area for a show or a sporting event.
Coley, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

The room was dirty, water was cold in shower. For $200 a nite, this place was a dump.
C M, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Yes
Douglas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Affordable Rooms, Good Location.

Exactly what i wanted, an affordable room with a nice location. Will definitely use again for future concerts.
Andrew, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

It was ok for the price I didn't expect it to be lavish
Melissa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wasnt bad but they need to cut back on the cleaning products they use..it smelled very bleachx
Michael, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Should be cheaper for the quality of hotel, beds, updates. Bathroom door wouldnt even close because door handle and where it is attached is broken. Obviously, everyone raises their prices for OSU home games but still. Could use some updating.
Cory, 1-night trip