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Olentangy Motor Inn

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A mural with coffee-related illustrations and text, including "Latte," "Mocha," and "Buckeye."
A modern hotel room with a round mirror, a flat-screen TV, a wooden desk, and a built-in microwave.
A compact room with a bed, a microwave, a refrigerator, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $142
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27

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

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a minibar, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

King Room-Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Two single beds with wooden headboards, white bedding, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a minibar, a small stool, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.8 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a minibar, a small stool, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(84 reviews)
  • 214 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A compact room with a bed, a microwave, a refrigerator, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a patterned wall, and a nightstand with lamps.

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a patterned wall, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

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

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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. Open daily.

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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. 1118 out of 1767 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 407 out of 1767 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 1767 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1767 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 1767 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay highly suggest it for anyone
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and decent food.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and the coffee was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was so clean the staff incredibly nice the breakfast just what we need for started the day amazing coffee
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gwendolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Great coffee! Location was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

marissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was simple but perfect for us. Staff was very friendly. Happy with this stay :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff definitely love the clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and simple, loved the breakfast sandwiches.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was extremely happy with our stay at the Olentangy Motor Inn. Happy with the complimentary breakfast sandwich from the on-site Crimson Coffee shop. Very nice, comfortable place to stay. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly! Rooms were clean as well other than a spot on the skirting of the bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wonderful vibe and coffee!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kasi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable. The staff was awesome! Breakfast sandwich was good and great coffee! We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very happy that the room was clean and updated. It was perfect for our needs… a clean place to stay that was reasonably priced. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! It was clean and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, cute place, great coffee!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice a coffee shop w attached to it :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay close to all the amenities near by.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room, improve breakfast and longer time .
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to Ohio state stadium.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ritter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Clean room. Cold AC. And a free breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were recently redone and everything was very clean and well taken care of. Not sure if there are new owners but they are really working to make it a good place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

debbie

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

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room friendly and helpful staff! Breakfast sandwich was super good!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast good, AC cool
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very kind and helpful i you get a breakfast sandwich and a coffee each day of stay for each person very close to restaurants and shopping easy drive to the fairgrounds and downtown Ohio state is also nearby
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026