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MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near University of Cincinnati

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Lobby
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Exterior
MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown offers a breakfast buffet each morning in its cozy lobby. Located near the University of Cincinnati, amenities include an indoor pool with sun loungers, dry cleaning services, and a 24-hour gym.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Room options

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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2347 READING ROAD, BLDG B, Cincinnati, OH, 45202

What's nearby

  • University of Cincinnati - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Great American Ball Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Newport Aquarium - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hanke Exchange Tram Stop - 4 min drive
  • Cincinnati Union Terminal - 7 min drive
  • Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Martino's on Vine - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪White Castle - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Wingstop - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dive Bar - ‬16 min walk

About this property

MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown

Hotel near Great American Ball Park
Located close to University of Cincinnati, MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown provides a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. In addition to a 24-hour gym and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free premises, a water dispenser, and a TV in the lobby
  • A gift shop, a computer station, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 113 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (USD 10 per night)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

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
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • 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

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Built in 2021
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

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 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 10 per night

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Mainstay Suites
Mainstay Suites Cincinnati
MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown Hotel
MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown Cincinnati
MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown Hotel Cincinnati

Frequently asked questions

Does MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown?

Self parking is available for USD 10 per night.

What time is check-in at MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown?

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

What time is check-out at MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown located?

Located in Mount Auburn, this hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Christ Hospital and within 3 mi (5 km) of University of Cincinnati and Great American Ball Park. Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden and Paycor Stadium are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 221 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 221 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 221 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 221 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 221 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and large room for family. Friendly and welcoming staff. Very happy with our brief stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully remodeled property staff were second to none!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice, had a nice size room; everything worked as should
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Praise

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Teresa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked two rooms for one night and nothing worked ie: room phones, cable/internet (wi-fi), ice machine. I complained to the front desk to no avail. The staff kept saying “we just reopened on Friday”. I feel the hotel should’ve remained closed until everything was in proper working order. I am a Choice Hotel club member and this was the absolute worst stay experience I’ve ever encountered. I can’t recommend this facility but I won’t spend my money here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean & friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brennan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great visit nice and clean thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great stay

We had a great stay. The rooms are huge! Pool was nice. Great hot breakfast options. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful on the inside, love the mini Meir hen in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and up dated hotel. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well kept Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Alysha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

joelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The rooms were beautiful, clean, and the staff is great. Would definitely here again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leonille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like everything the room was clean the service was amazing I will definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Billy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
This is a newly remodeled place is what they told us. That must be why they didn’t have ice on every floor. That was ok though because they had an actual refrigerator with a freezer and ice mold in your room. We made our own ice. The floors were filthy, they made our feet very dirty. The guest before us had spilled what looked like coffee all over the inside of the nightstand that I cleaned up. My family of 5 only had 2 towels, we asked for more. We had to ask for the sheets and blanket for the sofa bed. We stayed 2 nights, no one came and “refreshed” our room, so now we had zero towels. There was no hairdryer, no bag for laundry, no paperwork of any kind as to what was around the area, no sign to hang on your door, no pen or paper. This place just seemed to be not prepared. I dunno, maybe all the other hotels I’ve stayed at spoiled me. Pool was small and freezing, no hot tub. Breakfast was free, that was great. But the food was gross, especially the eggs. Don’t eat the eggs……even the boiled eggs made us raise an eyebrow wondering how they made “fake”and nasty tasting ones. You had to download an app to pay for the washer and dryer. But then you had to add money to it in increments of 5. It didn’t cost 5, so now we have a balance on this app that we will probably never use. Overall this place needs some work, but the staff were friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great option if visiting UC
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to University of Cincinnati and the Zoo. Quiet and clean. Offers a very nice breakfast buffet too!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All of the employees were amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All of the front desk staff were friendly. The hotel was centrally located to all of the downtown activities we had planned so it was easy to come and go.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice large rooms w full fridge and kitchenette. Nice beds, baths and water pressure. Decent breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean property. Looked very new.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This hotel is super close and convenient to where I need to be. It’s clean and comfortable. The staff are very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean. The staff was above and beyond helpful. Great place to stay. Easy to get around.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a great place to stay for the price and location. The shower was a little weird and there was a sticky spot partially under the couch in my room, but everything else was clean and in order
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023