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Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Ohio State University

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Located close to Ohio State University, Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area offers a warm welcome with its on-site restaurant, Garden Grille. Enjoy breakfast and dinner in the comfort of your own space or dine al fresco while staying connected with in-room WiFi; unwind at the bar or fireplace lobby. Guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Room With Bathtub-Mobility/Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Disability Access/Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds Room

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility/Hearing Accessible Two Queen Room with Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility/Hearing Accessible King Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 2

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
3232 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43202

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • McConnell Heart Hospital at Riverside - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Schottenstein Center - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Whetstone Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area

Hotel near Ohio State University
Located close to Schottenstein Center and Ohio Stadium, Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area provides a grocery/convenience store, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Garden Grille, offers breakfast, dinner, and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a gym.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Luggage storage, a TV in the lobby, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 158 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 49-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Garden Grille

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2,950 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • 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 public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2006
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express 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 50.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
2 children, up to the age of 20 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Breakfast fee: approximately USD 10.95 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (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 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
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)

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area pet-friendly?

Yes, this property 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?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area?

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

What time is check-out at Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for USD 50.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area located?

Located in Oletangy West, this hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Ohio State University and within 3 mi (5 km) of Schottenstein Center and Ohio Stadium. Historic Crew Stadium and Nationwide Arena are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 595 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly. Room was clean. Location perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, convenient stay. Just expensive as a 3 stars
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very clean. Convenient location. Staff was always pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, Staff was Great and friendly. Will definitely consider staying here next time we are at Columbus!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room and easy to get to destinations
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dayna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, quiet, close to the venue for our show. Bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I liked the ease by which I was able to check-in and the check-out was equally seamless.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking was free and check in was speedy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Thumbs up

Comfy beds Easy check in Service and food at the restaurant were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great and the hotel was clean
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

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

Great stay

Great place to stay. Had everything we needed and was in good location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Hong-Ngoc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not have extra pillows, but overall a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Candiss

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
I have stayed at many of these and when I have paid $189.00 for the night breakfast for 2 was included. charging 2.00 for a bottle of water when all other hotels of comparable status give it for free is ridiculous. Hilton's have really gone cheap. No water in the lobby even. only coffee and tea.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We unexpectedly needed a handicapped room and they provided us one. The room facilities were excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ehjayson

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

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very clean. The people at the front desk were very helpful. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beril

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

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

Great stay

Clean, and comfortable and great bed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. I’d recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheyenne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel room drain was clogged, keurig did not work, some lights did not work otherwise nice stay and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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