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Olentangy Motor Inn

2.0 star property

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Exterior
Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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1445 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43212
  • Place, Ohio Stadium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Schottenstein Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ohio State University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.4 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(72 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(114 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Olentangy Motor Inn

A coffee shop/cafe, a 24-hour front desk, and RV/bus/truck parking are available at this smoke-free hotel. On-the-go breakfast is free. Housekeeping is available on request.
Olentangy Motor Inn offers 55 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

The free breakfast at Olentangy Motor Inn gets good marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Ohio Stadium. Enjoy features like free self parking and a coffee shop/cafe.
  • Free on-the-go breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the coffee shop
  • Services include a virtual front desk
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the location
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Ohio Stadium and a few minutes from Ohio State University
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Olentangy Motor Inn was completed in September 2023.

This Columbus hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served free on-the-go breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Crimson Cup - Onsite coffee shop.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 30 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests. At the property, quiet hours are enforced between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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

Olentangy Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1008 out of 1570 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 365 out of 1570 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1570 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1570 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1570 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms nice location for our visit
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Karen, Keisterville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless. Quick check-in and walkable to several restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, great room atmosphere was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room clean. Breakfast was great! Awesome price. Staff is exceptional!! :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Anthony

The shower head was broken and it made a mess that we managed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was updated and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Katherine, Manchester

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff did not check my notes that we were arriving into the early morning and almost canceled our reservations. Over night staff was rude. Breakfast is only a breakfast sandwich
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, cute and comfortable room and great coffee too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean, the staff was incredibly pleasant, and the breakfast was good. We will definitely stay again when we’re in Columbus.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Harmony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless, friendly staff, easy check in/out, good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is our third time staying here we absolutely love this place. It’s always clean. The people are always so welcoming. We never have any problems in the coffee and breakfast are always delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the inn. Our room was very clean, the staff was so kind and the coffee shop was a bonus! We will stay again. Great value!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Darien

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Sheree

Disliked: Staff & service
Room was nice, however surroundings and disturbances created a horrible stay. Low staff, continuous fighting outdoors, sirens. Unable to sleep or call staff due to min hours of operation. Almost called police at 3AM due to dispute outside our room. Asked to cancel Sunday night stay due to feeling unsafe. Was advised they would refund, however charged full amount. Staff lacked knowledge or adequate customer service. Little to no concern about safety concerns. Will not return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Dara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
So wish there was a vending machine but a speedway was within walking distance so it wasn’t too much of a thing. Clean. Easy to access. Yummy breakfast sandwiches! We were in the furthest room in the back and the train did wake us up a couple of times but not too crazy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Reva

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and amenities. Wasn’t what expected and super small for it to be king room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julianna

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Kitschy, clean, and well-priced!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

RICHARD

Business traveller
Everything great …. But the coffee maker is less than satisfactory
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL, Phoenixville

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a voyage back in time to the motor lodges of old. But it was really enjoyable. The decor was fun and functional. There is no "front desk" per se. Just check in at the counter in the coffee shop - The Crimson Cup. Wonderful
"Your touch turns me on" And, it does!
Very comfortable and enjoyable sleeping
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every time I come to Columbus this is the hotel I stay in. It's a great hotel and I love the little coffee Cafe too. The rooms are always clean and the people that check you in are always friendly too.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was super clean, loved the breakfast sandwich. Super neat that they are a drive-thru breakfast and coffee place as well as a motel !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cleanest room I've seen at a hotel in a long time! Staff was friendly and helpful! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Renee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and staff was friendly. Unfortunately had extremely noisy group placed in the room next to ours on a night when there were plenty of empty rooms. Other than that, had a nice stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Miranda

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026