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Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU

2.0 star property

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Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Exterior
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
3246 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH, 43202
  • OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Ohio State University
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Schottenstein Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Columbus, OH (OSU-Ohio State University)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Television

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Television

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk
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The price is $74
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$87 total
includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Columbus

With a stay at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU, you'll be centrally located in Columbus, within a 5-minute drive of Ohio State University and Schottenstein Center. .This motel is 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Greater Columbus Convention Center and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Ohio Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital - 17 min walk
  • Ohio State University - 18 min walk
  • Schottenstein Center - 3 min drive
  • Ohio Stadium - 4 min drive
  • Historic Crew Stadium - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Roosters - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU

Motel with free parking, near Ohio State University
Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU offers 92 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Columbus motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Make yourself at home in one of the 92 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and blackout drapes/curtains, as well as phones with free local calls.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Renovated entire property - 2017
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 257 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 190 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 131 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 172 out of 1001 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was kind of in the back away from the main road which I liked. The room was clean and the bed was comfy. Definitely looking forward to my next stay here
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was decent this time. Small roaches kept me on my toes all night. Other than the unexpected company, it was alright.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

JENNIFER

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well ,after looking around in the room only had one towel .phone was disconnected from the wall( no cord).hair ball in shower,shower floor was cracked,dead bug on the bathroom floor.second room still had trash in trash can .floor sticky and dirty ..on top of everything 50.00 deposit was needed .. And only got back 90.00 I stead of the 100.00 for 2 rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Logan, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Better than sleeping in the car
The good part was it was 1/2 the price of neighboring hotels on an Ohio State home football weekend, where all hotels were price-gouging. Otherwise, it was a place to get a few hours of sleep and take a shower.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Selena

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Guy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This motel is moderately priced. The bed was clean but the bathroom, shower, floor & microwave were not as clean as they should’ve been. The walls had debris wiped on it in a couple of areas which should’ve been cleaned. The tv & cable were fine, but the microwave didn’t work. The staff was fine just can’t recommend due to the lack of cleaning.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Gregory

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Nancy

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You get what you pay for
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jearelle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

rosah

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hard to sleep , man in room next to mine who was drunk and yelling until 2 am.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They require a $50 deposit. For some reason my card wouldn’t go through, and they made me find an ATM at 11pm to get $50 cash. The beds were comfortable, But you can tell they don’t move the mattress and clean the bed base. The shower had long black hairs all over the walls and in the drain. The shower curtain was so moldy, that I took a shower with it open. I did feel safe staying there. It’s not a bad Motel specially for the price I paid…they just need to do better at cleaning!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Vincent

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
condom wrappers outside door and stains on sheets
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Shirkara

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luiggi Fernando

Business traveler, Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness
Unclear when is about deposit
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Beau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
GREAT LOCATION FOR OSU GAME
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Timothy

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed at over 20 hotels in the past few months and this place was absolutely disgusting. From the dirty linen to the hair in the shower and the mold on the walls. The smoke alarm started beeping in the middle of the night and I tried to fix it myself to no avail. I will never stay at a motel 6 again. I’ve never requested a refund and probably never will but this was just deplorable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Justin

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is so disgusting. The smell is a mix of dog, mildew and urine. The dogs next door barked ALL NIGHT. Not even exaggerating. This place is not clean. If I could give it less than 1 star I would.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024