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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG

2.5 star property
Columbus travelers find the perfect base near Ohio State University with a hearty breakfast buffet and a 24-hour gym to keep fitness routines on track.

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus is in the heart of the city, steps from Ohio State University. Guests love the breakfast buffet, indoor pool, and quiet library. Visitors praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is ₩159,716
₩188,465 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Communications)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms (1 King, 1 Queen, Sofa Bed)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Additional Living Area)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Additional Living Area)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds (2 Queen beds with Sofa Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(69 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Columbus, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG is in the city center. Easton Town Center and Polaris Fashion Place are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Ohio Expo Center and State Fair and COSI. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Ohio Stadium or Historic Crew Stadium. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Columbus travel guide
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3045 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43202

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University
    Ohio State University
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Whetstone Park
    Whetstone Park
    2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Schottenstein Center
    2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Jack Nicklaus Museum
    2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Bill Davis Stadium
    2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    8 min walk
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Skyline Chili
    4 min walk
  • Roosters
    8 min walk
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
    8 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG

Hotel near Ohio State University
A free breakfast buffet, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
  • A free area shuttle, self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, and a vending machine
  • 1 meeting room, luggage storage, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 100 individually furnished rooms feature thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and wet bars, as well as amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free area shuttle
  • Secured, uncovered self parking on site (USD 20 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 969 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height door lock
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Wet bar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 30.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 20 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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, 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Pool access available from 5:30 AM to 11 PM
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 5:30 AM–11 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

As of May 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG on May 25, 2026 start from ₩159,716, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 20 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG located?

Located in Oletangy West, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Jack Nicklaus Museum and Ohio State University. Ohio Stadium is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 482 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 92 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Room was clean and staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The desk staff went above and beyond to help me navigate some hiccups on my trip with the kids. Thank you so much, I would definately stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The pool had way too much chlorine in it other then that it was a good stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The TV did not work in our room. Clean room; staff was nice. Breakfast was good, but wish they had more options.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KENNETH

Very clean facility very professional staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yu Jin

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Helpful and attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had 3 breakfasts here - Ms Mary in the kitchen was A.M.A.Z.I.N.G. Helped us out, above and beyond, to have an amazing start to our day. Hot, tasty food. Room was large and looked newly renovated. Ms. Barb at the front desk was wonderful, providing us with recommendations for local establishments and making sure we had everything we needed. Pool was... chemically inappropriate. Like, we were nervous to let our kids go back in to it. Shower THOROUGHLY after swimming. Ours eyes were burning, just *sitting* in the pool room. Aside from the pool, a very pleasant stay. The staff really make this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Odilia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, staff was kind and provided good customer service!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Geraldine

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The staff was nice, rooms clean. The breakfast was awful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
served as a great place to stay for marathon weekend in Columbus. Cozy beds, clean rooms, nice common areas. Friendly staff and breakfast was a plus
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was okay, staff was nice. Breakfast was okay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast menu was good, eggs and potatoes were a bit dry. The location, room, and parking were all great. We would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room felt a bit dated, roll away beds (as hotel had been oversold upon our arrival) were miserable … Pool water was so murky, chemical smell overwhelming, peeling ceiling in pool area. Convenient location near OSUs campus but overall, couldn’t wait to leave.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The water in my shower stopped mid shower. Finally came back on. Didn’t drain correctly either. I was standing in about 2-3 inches of water while showering. Finally drain about 20 mins after I got out. Barbie was nice and friendly. Noted my shower issues to notify maintenance.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Bridget Brell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean. Quiet on floor. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sara

Location is good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, spacious room, and good selection at breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice pool, large room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. The hotel was nice and modern. The staff were super nice! I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Crystal

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

Loved my stay

The place was super nice. The bed was completely comfortable. My only suggestion is I wish the front desk would ask for ID when giving replacement key cards.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was quick and easy, staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sierra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was incredibly friendly, room was bigger than expected and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025