Olentangy Motor Inn
1445 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, USSee what's available
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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
Ohio State University - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
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
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
Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Schottenstein Center - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Ohio Craft Museum - 2.6 km / 1.6 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 airports are:
John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 14.3 km / 8.9 mi
Columbus, OH (LCK-Rickenbacker Intl.) - 28.4 km / 17.6 mi
Rooms
Dining
Amenities & features
Getting here
Fifteen minutes away from the airport.
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
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
- 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, 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 within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests. Quiet hours are enforced at the property from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available
Pet policy
Pets are welcome.
- Pets allowed up to 80 lbs. $10/per stay plus tax.
Fees & policies
- Pet fee: $10 per pet, per night (maximum $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.
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.
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at Olentangy Motor Inn?
Check-in starts at 4:00 PM - anytime. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Where is Olentangy Motor Inn located?
Olentangy Motor Inn is located at 1445 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, US.
What attractions are near Olentangy Motor Inn?
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Ohio State University - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi 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 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 Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi Schottenstein Center - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi Ohio Craft Museum - 2.6 km / 1.6 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 airports are: John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 14.3 km / 8.9 mi Columbus, OH (LCK-Rickenbacker Intl.) - 28.4 km / 17.6 mi
How do I get to Olentangy Motor Inn?
Fifteen minutes away from the airport. Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
What dining options are available at Olentangy Motor Inn?
Enjoy a meal at Crimson Cup or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
What amenities does Olentangy Motor Inn offer?
Olentangy Motor Inn features amenities such as Pet Friendly, Free Parking, Non-Smoking, Free Breakfast.
What are the rooms like at Olentangy Motor Inn?
Make yourself at home in one of the 55 individually furnished guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Is Olentangy Motor Inn pet-friendly?
Yes, Olentangy Motor Inn is pet-friendly. Pets allowed up to 80 lbs. $10/per stay plus tax.
What fees should I know about at Olentangy Motor Inn?
Pet fee: $10 per pet, per night (maximum $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.
What should I know before staying at Olentangy Motor Inn?
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.