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Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Ohio State University

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Near Ohio State University, Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area offers free self-serve breakfast, a cozy lobby with a fireplace, a 24-hour gym, high-speed WiFi, a pool, and newspapers in the lobby.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(75 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

King, Refrigerator

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed - queen
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Wet Bar)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed - queen
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Oletangy West, a neighborhood in Columbus, is home to Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area. Easton Town Center and Polaris Fashion Place are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Ohio State Fairgrounds and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Schottenstein Center or Ohio Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Map
3160 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH, 43202

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Schottenstein Center - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Ohio Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Historic Crew Stadium - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Riverside Hospital Cafeteria - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Skyline Chili - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area

Hotel near Ohio State University
Consider a stay at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area and take advantage of free self-serve breakfast, a fireplace in the lobby, and a 24-hour gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a front-desk safe, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Laundry services, a computer station, and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 152 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
  • 40-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • 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 self-serve breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

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
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2014
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 75.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 75.00 (subject to availability)

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

We should mention

Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

University Inn Columbus
Columbus Red Roof Inn
Red Roof Inn Columbus Ohio State University Hotel Columbus
Red Roof PLUS+ Columbus-The Ohio State University
Hampton Inn Columbus/University Area Hotel
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Hampton Inn Columbus/University Area
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Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area Ohio
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Frequently asked questions

Is Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area pet-friendly?

Yes, Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for USD 75.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area located?

Located in Oletangy West, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of McConnell Heart Hospital at Riverside and Ohio State University. Ohio Stadium is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

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Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 686 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Amenities
Clean and friendly staff..
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

8/10 Good

Heather

Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location Nice Rooms Great Breakfasts!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay in late September. The hotel was clean and very comfortable. The staff was friendly. We were very impressed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to OSU. Modern clean and breakfast /parking included
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Came for the buckeyes game! Perfect distance from the Stadium to catch an uber and it not break the bank!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, clean, and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in host was great. Friendly and quick.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect 1 night stay!! Tyler at the front desk is so nice & kind!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are nice! Easy access from SW side of Columbus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
great breakfast, very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room and great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the cleanest, if not the cleanest Hampton Inn I’ve stayed at.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable for a night stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Hampton inn was very clean and convenient to the venue for which we attended an event. would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing, breakfast was very tasty, hotel was clean and pretty, location was nice:
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was well maintained and room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk offered room options
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tyler was ready for us and made it a quick check in
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fantastic !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location if going to Ohio State or Upper Arlington.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Staff was very friendly and room was very clean. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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