Suburban hotel with free parking, near Ohio Stadium A coffee shop/cafe, a 24-hour front desk, and RV/bus/truck parking are available at this smoke-free hotel. On-the-go breakfast is free. Housekeeping is available on request. Olentangy Motor Inn offers 55 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 showers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.
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Amenities
Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
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Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
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Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
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Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 pm; check-in end time: anytime contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. kids stay free! children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding. rollaway/extra beds are not available. cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment Policy
Pet fee: usd 10 per pet, per night (maximum usd 100 per stay) service animals are exempt from fees the above list may not be comprehensive. fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Pet Policy
1 total (up to 30 lbs per pet) pets allowed for an extra charge of usd 10 per pet, per night (maximum usd 100 per stay) pets cannot be left unattended restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs and cats only
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 noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector 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
Reviews
Chad F
Jan 5, 2026 12:11:09 AM
Review Score:
8
Summary: The room itself was very basic, but it was clean and well kept, which is really all we needed. Everything worked as it should, and the bed was comfortable enough for a short stay. This place works great for Ohio State football games — convenient, affordable, and easy in and out on game day. If you’re looking for simple and clean with a good location for OSU games, this gets the job done.
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Reviews
Chad F
Jan 5, 2026 12:11:09 AM
Review Score:
8
Summary: The room itself was very basic, but it was clean and well kept, which is really all we needed. Everything worked as it should, and the bed was comfortable enough for a short stay. This place works great for Ohio State football games — convenient, affordable, and easy in and out on game day. If you’re looking for simple and clean with a good location for OSU games, this gets the job done.
Judi
Jan 4, 2026 10:15:38 PM
Review Score:
10
Summary: Clean room, very nice staff, great breakfast sandwiches and coffee!
Christine
Dec 15, 2025 06:40:00 AM
Review Score:
10
Summary: Very clean. Very convenient!
Deborah
Dec 13, 2025 01:01:10 AM
Review Score:
8
Summary: comfortable and spacious bed. room was clean and staff was very friendly. complimentary drip coffee was meh but otherwise was everything else was pleasant. Only real complaint is the curtains; they’re thin and let light in and you can literally see right through them into the rooms so be careful 😅
Location is in a busy area with plenty of shopping spots in walking distance.
Kia
Dec 12, 2025 03:51:29 AM
Review Score:
8
Summary: The room was nice for a quick stay. There is a train that comes by every now and then.
Kara
Dec 9, 2025 10:11:56 PM
Review Score:
10
Summary: The location of the hotel is fantastic. Close to shopping and restaurants and DT Columbus. The room was clean and the beds were comfortable. Loved the breakfast sandwiches.
CHARLES
Dec 8, 2025 01:06:00 AM
Review Score:
10
Summary: Room was clean and spacious. Breakfast sandwich was excellent. I have been staying in Columbus once a week for the past 3 months for visits at the James. This place has been the only place I have stayed that the place was worth the money I paid.
Frankie
Dec 6, 2025 01:57:59 PM
Review Score:
10
Summary: The check in with the staff was flawless. My son and I were spending the weekend at Galaxycon in Columbus, OH. We were traveling from out of town and really did not want to have to wait to check in at the normal time of 4pm. So we called and we were able to explain our situation and our itinerary for the day. Without hesitation we were able to get checked in early. The room was pristine. Very clean, smelled good and over all a great room 2 doors down from the office. We felt wanted and safe. I would certainly stay here again and I encourage others to do so as well.
Joan
Dec 2, 2025 08:51:02 PM
Review Score:
10
Summary: Older Updated motel. Clean. Staff was wonderful!!!
Susan
Nov 24, 2025 02:14:25 AM
Review Score:
10
Summary: Excellent handicapped room. Great room for the price. It was clean.