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The Lodge at Hocking College

2.5 star property
Hotel in Nelsonville with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Terrace/patio
Premium Quadruple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Standard Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Restaurant
At The Lodge at Hocking College, enjoy a continental breakfast and unwind on the sunny terrace. Connect to in-room WiFi, take advantage of bicycle parking, and appreciate the helpful staff who have received top marks from previous guests.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 10 - Sep 11
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Tomorrow

Sep 11 - Sep 12
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Premium Quadruple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(127 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Nelsonville is home to The Lodge at Hocking College. Robbins Crossing Historical Village and Stuart's Opera House are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Rocky Factory Outlet Store and Court Street. Hocking Valley Scenic Railway and Fun Barn are also worth visiting. Enjoy the great outdoors with ziplining and cave exploring, or hop on a bike rental nearby and explore all the area has to offer.
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Map
15770 OH-691, Nelsonville, OH, 45764

What's nearby

  • Hocking College - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Fun Barn - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Stuart's Opera House - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Rocky Factory Outlet Store - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Hocking Valley Scenic Railway - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gigi's Country Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Mine Tavern - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Lodge at Hocking College

Property highlights
At The Lodge at Hocking College, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Bicycle parking and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Lodge at Hocking College include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
  • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Property amenities

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 continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 35.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

The Lodge at Hocking College Hotel
The Lodge at Hocking College Nelsonville
The Lodge at Hocking College Hotel Nelsonville

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lodge at Hocking College pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 35.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Lodge at Hocking College?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lodge at Hocking College?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Lodge at Hocking College?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Lodge at Hocking College located?

Situated in Nelsonville, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wayne National Forest Athens Unit and Hocking College. Robbins Crossing Historical Village and Rocky Factory Outlet Store are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Lodge at Hocking College Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 492 out of 735 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 735 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 735 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 735 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 735 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super friendly and the room was cozy and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Lodge is a great value for the money.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
New rooms, quite, nice area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the decor and flooring.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean affordable place to stay but more services on weekends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

AL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! Great value
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet. Check-in and out was very quick and easy. Front desk staff were very personable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great lodge with great staff. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and hotel was quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect stay as usual!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place. Great staff. Clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorlesia

Liked: Amenities
It was the best hotel I have ever stayed at!!! I will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Met all of my needs
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raju

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice comfortable rooms. Look newly renovated. Everything is clean and spacious. Nelsonville downtown is 5 minutes away with good dining options. Breakfast was adequate. Rates are very affordable. The surrounding area is rural with lots greenery and farms. Nice place to stay if you are visiting Hocking Hills.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, quiet and clean. The bathroom is very spacious with a nice walk in shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve been on the road a lot lately for work, and this is the best place I’ve stayed I a while. Will definitely come back here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Amenities
A wonderful room in the country with horses in the pasture. Comfortable and affordable!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy. Minutes from downtown Nelsonville, which has small hometown charm. Nice cocktail bar. Great sunset views. 15 minutes from downtown athens by car. Will be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property for the money.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Becky

Liked: Amenities
It was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clifton

great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All was good very quiet place to rest after along day of hiking
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Cynthia

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Like leaf shaped sinks, nature decor
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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