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Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Ohio State University

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Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Television

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
3246 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH, 43202

What's nearby

  • OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ohio State University - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Schottenstein Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Ohio Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Historic Crew Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Roosters - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU

Motel remodeled in 2017 and located near Ohio State University
Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU provides amenities like laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, a vending machine, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 92 individually furnished rooms include perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - 2017

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
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

This property does not have elevators
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
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Is Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet.

How much is parking at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU located?

Located in Oletangy West, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital and Ohio State University. Ohio Stadium and Historic Crew Stadium are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 262 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 183 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 131 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 182 out of 1000 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tiyandrai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Property was very clean and felt safe and affordable with very nices rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice. Can’t say much else about it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lanasha

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were horrible very unprofessional
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing even remotely fancy. But suited my purpose in providing a place to crash after a concert in town. Staff were friendly and polite.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sara

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was terrible. DISGUSTING rooms, not clean. Nothing was cleaned whatsoever
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kadijiah

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was decent but floor was nasty a
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice staffing, rooms nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Qinfu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs are professional.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super friendly and helped us with food options as well as transportation. The restaurant in from of the Motel was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly and room is clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Yuyuan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
really noisy i can not sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Maja

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dirty, bedding had stains, shower had hair on the walls, only one roll of toilet paper, very noisy heater but at least it worked.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Skylar

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a mess. Every single unit reeked of cigarettes, even though they were all non-smoking. Other tenants were loud all night. The room was unclean, bathroom drains were clogged, towels stained.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jabari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and safe for a motel 6
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Magdalena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a good stay and price was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jack

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very poor interior fridge and multiple items not working horrible smell in room extremely noisy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do not recommend - room was not ready until 3 hours after check-in. I asked for a non smoking room, but it reaked of smoke. The sheets also had stains on them. When trying to call the front desk, the phone was broken and disconnected. In the morning, nobody was at the front desk to help check out. Jusf seems like a Mickey Mouse operation, even for a Motel 6
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was kind of in the back away from the main road which I liked. The room was clean and the bed was comfy. Definitely looking forward to my next stay here
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice option
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

7.5/10

Best stay i have had at this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vivek

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was really good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Phillip

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room smelled like bleach. No towels. Very run down in general. I'd advise staying elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Better than sleeping in the car

The good part was it was 1/2 the price of neighboring hotels on an Ohio State home football weekend, where all hotels were price-gouging. Otherwise, it was a place to get a few hours of sleep and take a shower.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Eric

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Low end
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024