Olentangy Motor Inn
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About this property
Olentangy Motor Inn is a 2-star independent hotel located in Columbus's Grandview Heights neighborhood, within a 5-minute drive of Ohio State University and the Greater Columbus Convention Center. Ohio Stadium is 1.2 miles away, making the property convenient for visitors to campus events and university facilities.
The hotel offers 55 individually furnished guestrooms with complimentary wireless internet, cable television, and full bathrooms with showers and hair dryers. Each room includes a coffee/tea maker and a phone with free local calls. Guest comfort ratings average 4.5 out of 5 stars across 825 reviews.
Olentangy Motor Inn serves a complimentary breakfast available daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM, with grab-and-go options for guests on the move. The on-site Crimson Cup coffee shop and cafe provide additional dining choices. The property is smoke-free, wheelchair accessible, and features a 24-hour front desk. Free self-parking is available on-site, including designated wheelchair-accessible spaces and accommodations for RVs, buses, and trucks. Golfing is nearby for guests interested in recreation.
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM with late arrivals welcome anytime; check-out is at 11:00 AM. Pets are allowed with a maximum weight of 30 pounds per pet and a limit of one pet per room; a pet fee of $10 per stay plus tax applies. The airport is approximately fifteen minutes away by car.
Location & nearby attractions
Olentangy Bike Path - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
James Cancer Hospital - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Ohio Stadium - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Ohio State University - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Wexner Center for the Arts - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Newport Music Hall - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Goodale Park - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Schottenstein Center - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Bill Davis Stadium - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Jack Nicklaus Museum - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
North Bank Park - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Lower.com Field - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
KEMBA Live! - 3.2 km / 2 mi
Greater Columbus Convention Center - 3.3 km / 2.1 mi
The nearest major airport is John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 14.3 km / 8.9 mi
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Check-in & check-out
- 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
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 14
- Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 30
- Only dogs and cats are allowed
- Maximum number of pets per room 1
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Pets cannot be left unattended
- Pets allowed up to 80 lbs. $10/per stay plus tax.
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
- Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
- Service animals are exempt from fees
Know before you go
- Children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- 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.
- Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
- Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.