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The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel

1.5 star property
Hostel with free parking, near Ohio State University

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Outdoor spa tub
Family Townhome | Property amenity
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Townhome | Living area
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe King Private Room with Shared Bath

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Mobile key entry
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mobile key entry
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bed in 5 Bed Co-Ed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mobile key entry
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bed in 3 Bed Co-Ed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mobile key entry
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Double Room with Shared Bath

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mobile key entry
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mobile key entry
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

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Family Townhome | Living area

Family Townhome

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
  • 139 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Double Bed and 5 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
2407 Indiana Ave, Columbus, OH, 43202

What's nearby

  • Historic Crew Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Ohio State University - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Ohio Expo Center and State Fair - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Schottenstein Center - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Ohio Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Library Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Summit Music Hall - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel

Hostel near Historic Crew Stadium
Near Ohio State University, The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel provides a terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to laundry facilities and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A TV in the lobby, luggage storage, and a vending machine
Room features
All guestrooms at The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 20 mi
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property requires guests to provide a valid ID and the credit card used at the time of booking to be provided at the time of check-in.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 4)

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; cash is not accepted
Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 2019-1314

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the hot tub without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Buckeye Hostel
Wayfaring Buckeye
Wayfaring Buckeye Columbus
Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel
Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel Columbus
Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel Columbus, Ohio
The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel Columbus
The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 25 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel located?

Located in University District, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Historic Crew Stadium and Ohio State Fairgrounds. Ohio State University and Ohio Stadium are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 239 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 239 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 239 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 239 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 239 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect property to stay at when you’re attending something held at the stadium. The ease of checking in whenever we wanted to after 3pm was a life saver. Property is clean and well maintained with friendly staff and wonderful amenities. Definitely recommend and will be staying here again in the future!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for what I needed
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute hostel! I plan to return whenever I'm in Columbus.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is tucked into one of the most charming neighborhoods in Colombus, there are a great deal of things to explore within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mykola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like that place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casanova

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay and would want to return again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Amenities
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Price can't be beat

Your momma don't live there so you clean up after yourself.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corbin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the place people were so friendly. Barely seen the staff, but the place was lovely, the kitchen was fully equipped. Tv had all streaming services, internet was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely place to stay we felt very comfortable and everything matched the description perfectly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe, clean, and affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roseann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Property wasnt bad at all! Definitely wasnt expecting what i walked into definitely not worth $100 for a one night stay. Room was very nice but super small which wasnt really listed on the listing, ended up using the hot tub and just going home.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

Good one

Clean organize respectable! Would stay again! Definitely stay if you need a place to sleep and shower and stretch out to hang out and rest
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay at this place. It’s got some character to it! I am now a returning guest. The customer service is great and quick to respond to anything you may need or have a question about. Love this place!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A pleasant first time hostel stay for me !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth H

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel exceeded expectations. I've stayed in others that were priced the same but were extremely bare bones. This one had recently renovated bathrooms and comfortable bunks. In addition, they provided linens and towels and LOTS of selections of food for breakfast! I'll definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

Great stay

I liked my stay so much that I am returning next week for another stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jose Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub stays hot
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub stays hot
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024