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Olentangy Motor Inn

2.0 star property
Suburban hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Coffee service
Located near Ohio State University, Olentangy Motor Inn offers a welcoming atmosphere with amenities like in-room WiFi and RV/bus/truck parking. Unwind at the coffee shop/cafe or take advantage of 24-hour front desk service - previous guests rave about the helpful staff and convenient location.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.4 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(87 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Grandview Heights, a neighborhood in Columbus, Olentangy Motor Inn is in the suburbs. 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 Ohio Stadium or Schottenstein Center. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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1445 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43212

What's nearby

  • Ohio Stadium - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Schottenstein Center - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Nationwide Arena - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Ohio State University - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Natalie’s - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪GetGo - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Olentangy Motor Inn

Hotel remodeled in 2023 and located near Ohio Stadium
Olentangy Motor Inn provides amenities like free to-go breakfast and a coffee shop/cafe. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 55 individually furnished rooms have thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 55-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Crimson Cup

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • 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.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1986
  • Renovated entire property - September 2023
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with 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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 30 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • 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 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

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

Property is also known as

Varsity Inn South Hotel
Varsity Inn South Hotel Columbus
Varsity South Columbus
Varsity Inn Columbus
Varsity Inn
Varsity Columbus
The Varsity Inn
Olentangy Motor Inn Hotel
Olentangy Motor Inn Columbus
Olentangy Motor Inn Hotel Columbus

Frequently asked questions

Is Olentangy Motor Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, Olentangy Motor Inn allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 30 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Olentangy Motor Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Olentangy Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Olentangy Motor Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Olentangy Motor Inn located?

Located in Grandview Heights, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Olentangy Bike Path and Ohio Stadium. Ohio State University and Greater Columbus Convention Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Olentangy Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 813 out of 1225 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 269 out of 1225 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1225 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1225 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1225 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a quiet, safe experience. Will stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great experience, when I stay quarterly. Quiet, immaculate room, and always great front desk staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best breakfast sandwich I ever ate
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This updated, adorable motor inn is an excellent option when looking for a reasonably priced stay at a well maintained property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a brilliant surprise! Everything was perfect and the next morning to have a wonderful breakfast sandwich and coffee as well!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. All the amenities we needed were available. Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love that it was within walking distance to The Ohio State stadium.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Doesn’t look like much from outside, but rooms are updated and very clean. Coffee shop is great and free breakfast is really good too. Nice people!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
affordable, clean, great coffee, and breakfast sandwiches
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Trisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very clean, friendly place to stay and a good price!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, convenient parking, kind staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ahshawna

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was great for a small get away and the staff were very welcoming and informative. I would definitely recommend to a friend for something affordable with good quality for traveling.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked how cozy it felt with the cafe. The bedding was nice almost like a weighted blanket. Plenty of amenities in the room even a steamer. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Coffee bar is amazing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to the stadium, rooms are updated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very cozy. The room was very nice. Very clean. The coffee shop at check in was amazing. Anymore teips back to Columbus, this is where I'll stay!!! Ive stayed alot of places in Columbus an this was by far the best.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mauna

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean room. Staff was great. Motel is convenient to campus.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great coffee shop, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Somer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like the unique feel and the breakfast sandwiches were great. Loved having access to a full cafe menu. Iced lattes were great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Akemi Kei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. The only complaint was the yard work 3ft from my window at 8am
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inn was really cute! Super clean property, comfy beds and pillows, really friendly staff, and very convenient for an informal visit to OSU and other activities we were in town for. It’s a very affordable option, and we loved that breakfast was included. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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