The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
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About this property
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center is a 4-star independent hotel in Columbus, Ohio's University District, situated steps from Ohio State University and just a 4-minute walk from Ohio Stadium. The property comprises 151 guestrooms, including 16 suites, making it a substantial hub for both leisure and business travel.
Guest accommodations feature flat-screen televisions, pillowtop beds with premium bedding, and complimentary wired and wireless internet access. Each private bathroom includes a shower/tub combination with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. The property earned a guest comfort rating of 4.8 out of 5, reflecting satisfaction with room quality and amenities.
2110, the on-site restaurant, serves guests throughout their stay. A bar/lounge is available for evening drinks. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are offered on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to noon for an additional fee.
The hotel provides a fitness center for active guests, alongside complimentary wireless internet access and gift shops. A fireplace anchors the lobby, and a ballroom accommodates events. Wedding services are available, supported by extensive conference and meeting space totaling 15,375 square feet. A business center and computer stations serve corporate needs.
The hotel sits 0.7 miles from Chadwick Arboretum & Learning Gardens and 0.9 miles from Wexner Center for the Arts. Port Columbus International Airport is located 9 miles east; complimentary hotel shuttle service is available with 48 hours' advance notice and based on schedule, or taxi service is available for $30 each way. The property maintains a strong overall guest rating of 4.7 out of 5 from over 1,000 reviews.
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM with flexible late arrival options, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Pets are not permitted. The property is smoke-free, wheelchair accessible throughout, and offers accessible parking, business facilities, and on-site dining options.
Location & nearby attractions
Ohio Stadium - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Schottenstein Center - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Chadwick Arboretum & Learning Gardens - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Wexner Center for the Arts - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Bill Davis Stadium - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Jack Nicklaus Museum - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Ohio State University - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
James Cancer Hospital - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Newport Music Hall - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Ohio State Fairgrounds - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Ohio Expo Center and State Fair - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Ohio History Center - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Historic Crew Stadium - 3.3 km / 2 mi
The preferred airport for The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center is John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 17.2 km / 10.7 mi
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Amenities & features
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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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- No pets allowed.
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 2.25 to 20.00 per person
- Covered self parking fee: USD 36 per night
- Covered valet parking fee: USD 35 per night (in/out privileges)
- Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per stay
Know before you go
- Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- 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.
- A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.