Olentangy Motor Inn

Suburban hotel within easy reach of Ohio State University

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

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.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Connecting rooms available
Non-smoking
24/7 front desk

Main amenities (4)

Housekeeping (on request)
Coffee shop/cafe
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

Children stay free
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Coffee/tea maker
Premium bedding

$110 nightly

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Tomorrow

Oct 10 - Oct 11

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Renovated in 2023

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

285 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Renovated in 2023

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

214 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Renovated in 2023

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

285 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Excellent

Highlights

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Renovated in 2023

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

285 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Excellent

Highlights

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Renovated in 2023

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

285 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Similar properties

Pet friendly
Parking available
Free WiFi
Restaurant

$118 nightly

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Total with taxes and fees

Pool
Parking available
Free WiFi
Connecting rooms available

$92 nightly

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

1445 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43212

What's nearby

Ohio Stadium - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Schottenstein Center - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Nationwide Arena - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
Ohio State University - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Greater Columbus Convention Center - 3 min drive - 3.5 km

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

When you stay at Olentangy Motor Inn, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Ohio State University and Greater Columbus Convention Center. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and on-the-go breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Also, Ohio Stadium and Schottenstein Center are just a 5-minute drive away. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 55 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

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

Required at check-in

- Credit card required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

- Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 30 lbs per pet)*
- Service animals welcome
- Restrictions apply*
- Pets must be supervised

Internet

- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

- Free onsite self parking
- Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
- Onsite parking includes off-street options

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–9:00 AM
Coffee shop

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)

What to do

Golfing nearby

Services

24-hour front desk
Virtual front desk

Facilities

1 building/tower
Built in 1986
Traditional architecture

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible parking
4 on-site accessible parking spaces
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smooth flooring in public areas
Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

55-inch TV
Premium cable channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

Premium bedding

What to enjoy

Individually furnished

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Free local calls

Housekeeping (on request)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors
Mobile key entry

Special features

Dining

Crimson Cup - Onsite coffee shop.

Fees & policies

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)

Policies

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.

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

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

Does Olentangy Motor Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Olentangy Motor Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Olentangy Motor Inn?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 30 lbs per pet. There's a charge 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.

Is parking offered on site at Olentangy Motor Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Olentangy Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Olentangy Motor Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Hollywood Casino (11-min drive) and Scioto Downs (15-min drive) are both nearby.

What's the area around Olentangy Motor Inn like?

Olentangy Motor Inn is a short 19-minute walk from James Cancer Hospital and 15 minutes' walk from Olentangy Bike Path. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.