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Olentangy Motor Inn

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Coffee service
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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
$142
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25

Explore the area

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1445 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43212
  • Ohio Stadium
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Ohio State University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(82 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.4 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible | Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(57 reviews)
  • 214 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Olentangy Motor Inn

Hotel in Grandview Heights
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 hotel offers a coffee shop/cafe. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Onsite self parking is complimentary. A total renovation of this property was completed in September 2023.

Olentangy Motor Inn is a smoke-free property.

A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served each morning between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
Crimson Cup - Onsite coffee shop.

Languages

English

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

Olentangy Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 760 out of 1137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 1137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 1137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1137 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

Matthew

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

Great for what it is.

Love this little place. I wasn’t expecting much but it actually exceeded my expectations. For the price I was happy. The thing that really made it good was that they had coffee and a breakfast sandwich in the morning for breakfast. It’s pretty basic, but it’s a motor inn. And they deliver exactly that nothing more nothing less. So don’t expect too much and you’ll be happy. The place is clean. The people are nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kelley

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

Finding the lobby to check in

The only problem I had was that I had to drive around the property three times and then call to find out where the lobby was located. There's no signage to tell you that the coffee shop is the hotel lobby. A little frustrating but survivable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

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

WEST VIRGINIA TRIP

A hidden Gem here. Good price, clean & comfortable room. Breakfast is just a grab & go but Bob Evans is right next door! Check in gal was very kind.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Deserae

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Night staff was sassy and have opposite information as the day people i spoke with on the phone. Night staff did help me find a room here with a bathtub but when i
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janei

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

okechukwu, Brampton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
value for money
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Wendy Sue

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Bc gg
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Great stay!

Definitely would stay again! Great breakfast sandwich st the attached coffee place. Easy access. Some traffic noise but not disturbing. Would like to see a curtain at the window to block light from only a shade.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Way too expensive for what you get. I’m not certain the owner understands business
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nickolas

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little spot for games. Don’t let the outside fool you. This place was perfect for a quick trip to catch a game.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room. No frills but very clean, quiet with excellent air conditioning. Huge TV. We will definitely be back. And the cool thing is there’s a coffee shop in the lobby. Or maybe the lobby is in the coffee shop! Check it out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was formerly the Varsity Inn and I noticed they tore down the other building in the back. I always liked staying there and the rooms have been renovated and updated. It's a bit pricey, but most likely to recoup renovation costs. I liked the new rooms and would stay here again as the location is ideal.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clarence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked this place. I felt safe. It was next to Bob Evan’s and Wendy’s which was really nice to walk to. Rooms were clean. No elevators so you’re dragging your bags to the second floor on the stairs. The coffee shop was nice although I didn’t utilize their free breakfast sandwich and coffee because I slept in every day. My ONLY complaint is that I asked for maids to clean my room twice and they didn’t clean very well.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Roshan

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ifeanyi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The friendliness of the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's clean and quiet , the showers are amazing very hot water and great water pressure. Whatever you need the staff is very accommodating.Great little place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lilliam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good for a night
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Brooklin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff and the attached coffee shop was great
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checked in early & acommadating
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a cute little motel that had a lot of stores and restaurants conveniently near by. Only thing was how narrow the shower was but other than that I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kaitlynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025