2.5 Star Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center By IHG

3045 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH - United States
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center By IHG
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About

The Ohio State University and the Ohio Stadium are within walking distance of this Columbus, Ohio hotel that features a free hot breakfast, free high-speed internet and an indoor heated swimming pool. Each traditionally decorated guest room comes equipped with a coffee maker and a flat-screen TV that features cable channels. This Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus University Area – Ohio State University is just a short drive from The Columbus Zoo. Many area attractions are within walking distance of the hotel including, the Ohio Expo Center. Guests at the Ohio State University – Columbus University Area Holiday Inn Express Hotel can take advantage of the free shuttle service within a 3 mile radius.

Guest Rating

7.9

Good

Based on 1,925 reviews

Facilities

7.7

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Value

7.4

Location

8.8

Satisfaction

8
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Room Options

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2 Queen standard Communication Mobility Accessible Roll Shower

33 sqft • 2 Queen

Accessible roomAir conditioningAlarm clockBath or Shower

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Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Sofa Bed

33 sqft • 2 Queen and 1 Sofabed

Accessible by liftAir conditioningAlarm clockBath or Shower

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King Room - Disability Access Roll in Shower

33 sqft • 1 King

Accessible bath/showerAccessible by liftAccessible roomAccessible toilet

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1/4

1 King 1 Queen 2 Bedroom Suite Sofa Bed

33 sqft • 1 King and 1 Queen

Air conditioningAlarm clockBath or ShowerCarpeting

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1/13

Standard Room

33 sqft • 1 King or 2 Double

Accessible by liftAir conditioningAlarm clockBath or Shower

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King Suite

33 sqft • 1 King and 1 Sofabed

Accessible by liftAir conditioningAlarm clockBath or Shower

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1/10

Executive Suite - Non-Smoking

33 sqft • 1 Queen • 1 King and 1 Sofabed

Accessible by liftAir conditioningAlarm clockBath or Shower

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1/4

Standard Room

33 sqft • 2 Double

Air conditioningAlarm clockBath or ShowerCarpeting

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center By IHG - All Inclusive Reviews Rating

7.9

Good

Based on 1,925 reviews

Review summary

The hotel received mixed reviews regarding cleanliness, with some guests appreciating the overall cleanliness and spaciousness of the rooms, while others reported issues with stained bedding and unkempt areas. Many reviewers highlighted the hotel's prime location, offering easy access to restaurants and attractions, as well as the comfort of the beds and quality amenities, including a well-regarded gym. Overall, guests noted exceptional service from the friendly staff, making it a recommended choice for travelers despite some cleanliness concerns.

Facilities

7.7

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Value

7.4

Location

8.8

Satisfaction

8
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Staff7.5/10
Facilities7.7/10
Cleanliness7.3/10
Comfort7.9/10
Value7.4/10
Location8.8/10
Parking7.7/10
Nearby7.5/10
Pool7.1/10
Restaurant7.4/10
Satisfaction8/10
1.0

Maureen

Posted on: 11-16-2025

The location is good

The cockroach in my bathroom The overwhelming smell of insecticide

7.0

Janet

Posted on: 11-10-2025

Location was perfect. Room was clean.

Parking. I was told I had to pay for parking when I checked in due to recent break-ins in the Columbus area. I didn't mind paying for parking until I returned to the hotel after my event that evening to find there were no parking spots available. Luckily, the front desk clerk found a space where I could park my car overnight. Although not the ideal space, due to location near a curb, I was grateful to him for finding one.

8.0

Nix

Posted on: 9-23-2025

The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was very clean and it was nearby a lot of restaurants so that we could easily order food.

That they precharge your card $100 before you get to the property even if you choose the “pay at property” option, which I have never had happen before and had not been told. That precharge should be on the main details of the listing or sent to you in the initial confirmation email.

10.0

Sarah

Posted on: 8-25-2025

The pool and hot tub

The hot tub was not working properly and the room needed repairs

8.0

Stephen

Posted on: 8-13-2025

Nice and clean, location was perfect. Breakfast was good. Grandkids loved the pool.

No linens for fold out couch, not enough front desk staff. Mattress was awful.

9.0

Erikag122277

Posted on: 8-10-2025

Very clean and comfortable property. Room was good sized and bed and pillows were comfortable. Staff was super nice. Overall great hotel and good experience.

10.0

emily

Posted on: 8-4-2025

Close to everything, spacious rooms, clean and comfortable beds!

Has to pay 15 extra bucks for parking security???

10.0

Melissa

Posted on: 6-1-2025

Very friendly and accommodating. Clean room

Nothing. It was perfect

4.0

Ruggles

Posted on: 5-23-2025

Staff was very friendly and helpful and respectful and responsive.

Disability access room was ridiculous. The layout in the bathroom for the shower was absurd, no way to shower without getting water everywhere. There were 3 adults booked for the room, only 2 full sized towels and one washcloth in the room, along with 2 hand towels, no bathmat to step out on. The beds were much higher than my wheelchair, making it extremely difficult to get in to bed. Extremely noisy all night, doors are heavy and make loud echoing noises when closed. Thermostat was definitely off in temp.Also the bathroom smells like mildew. Shampoo, conditioner and body wash are very thin, like they have been watered down.

8.0

Kevin

Posted on: 5-19-2025

Spacious room. Good value. Great location to the city and surrounding area. The staff was great. The beds and pillows were very comfortable.

Our room had two beds and a sleeper couch. Yet, there were no extra sheets or pillows to accommodate the sleeper couch. We arrived late and wanted to sleep. If we were extending our stay or arrived early, we would have requested sheets and pillows.

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Top Amenities:

Free BreakfastFree Internet AccessHealth ServicesSwimming PoolKitchen/KitchenetteFitness CenterSpaSpaHandicapped Rooms/FacilitiesNo Smoking Rooms/FacilitiesHot tub/WhirlpoolFamily Friendly
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Guest Policies

Check-in:

After 03:00 PM

Check-out:

Before 11:00 AM

Pets:

Pets are not allowed.

Important Info:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A damage deposit of USD 30.0 is required at checkin. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of checkout via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Features & Amenities

Highlighted Amenities:

Free Breakfast
Free Internet Access
Health Services
Swimming Pool
Kitchen/Kitchenette
Fitness Center
Spa
Spa
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Hot tub/Whirlpool
Family Friendly

Amenities & Services

Daily disinfection
Facilities for disabled guests available
Fitness center
Free Breakfast
Free Wi-Fi
Hot tub/Whirlpool
Hygiene certification
Indoor pool
Kitchen
Microwave
Non-smoking property
Professional cleaning services
Refrigerator
Shared kitchen
Spa services
Spa/sauna
Wheelchair accessible

location

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center By IHG

3045 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH

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