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Aloft Columbus University District

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Ohio Stadium

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Property amenity
Exterior
Lobby
View from property
Indoor pool

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for aloft, Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1295 OLENTANGY RIVER RD, Columbus, OH, 43212

What's nearby

  • Schottenstein Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Nationwide Arena - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Ohio Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Ohio State University - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Natalie’s - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Aloft Columbus University District

Hotel near Ohio Stadium
Located close to Ohio State University and Schottenstein Center, Aloft Columbus University District provides a bar, a gym, and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Self-serve breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Smoke-free premises, 1 meeting room, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 164 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and free cribs/infant beds
  • Hydromassage showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and premium channels

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend self-serve breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • W XYZ Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • 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 restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

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 noon

Special 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 50 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for self-serve breakfast: approximately USD 5.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • 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.

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
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; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Aloft Columbus
Aloft Columbus University District Hotel
Aloft Columbus University District Columbus
Aloft Columbus University District Hotel Columbus
Aloft Columbus University District a Marriott Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Aloft Columbus University District have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Aloft Columbus University District pet-friendly?

Yes, Aloft Columbus University District allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Aloft Columbus University District?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aloft Columbus University District?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Aloft Columbus University District?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Aloft Columbus University District located?

Located in Grandview Heights, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Ohio Stadium, Ohio State University, and Schottenstein Center. Greater Columbus Convention Center and Nationwide Arena are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Aloft Columbus University District Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 499 out of 797 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 797 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 797 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 797 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 797 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Branden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet nice neat clean friendly staff onsite security and free parking
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great staff and cool hotel - enjoyed stay - went to columbus for a wedding !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I liked the hotel. It was clean and the staff were nice and helpful. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie

Liked: Amenities
The room was very big and roomy and clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds and close uber to everything! Very clean and updated
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very attentive to my needs. They were friendly and courtious.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking. Convenient location. On site bar
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and clean space. Very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness
Just amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was polite and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous new hotel. Very comfortable and stylish, especially for the price. Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jhon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good for OSU game not too bad of a walk.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marya K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. They nickle and dime you on food or drinks, however.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Thin walls

Stayed for 3 nights. The room was ok at aloft standard. But unfortunately cer thin walls. I could hear the children screaming very early in the morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariyana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was super clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean modern would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was only there for a night for a concert 🎶 hotel 🏨 had a lot of activities in the common area. Clean room had several amenities table chairs a speaker for music 🎶 room was roomy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Bogdan

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and very safe
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Doreen

Bed wasn't that comfy. No iron and ironing board only steam iron. No microwave inside room
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025