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

Property class: 2.5

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Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is ￥13,988
￥16,507 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a yellow chair, and a kitchenette in the background.

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
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

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
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small kitchenette.

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
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a small table, and a TV.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a small table.

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

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

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A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a blue sofa, a bed with white bedding, a TV mounted on the wall, and a desk with a lamp.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Communications)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small kitchenette.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms (1 King, 1 Queen, Sofa Bed)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a built-in bench, and a view of the adjacent room.

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
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a small table, and a TV.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Additional Living Area)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

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
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Additional Living Area)

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area with a microwave, and a coffee machine.

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a small table.

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
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds (2 Queen beds with Sofa Bed)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small kitchenette.

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a small table.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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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 State Fairgrounds and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Schottenstein Center or Ohio Stadium. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Columbus travel guide
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43202, OH, Columbus, 3045 Olentangy River Rd

What's nearby

  • A large brick building with a pond in front, surrounded by trees and a paved walkway.
    Ohio State University
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A wooden arbor with climbing roses in a lush garden.
    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
  • Out-R-Inn
    4 min drive
  • 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 front-desk safe, multilingual staff, and a banquet hall
    • A vending machine, ATM/banking services, and a 24-hour front desk
    • 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)

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 Aug 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG on Sep 20, 2026 start from ￥13,988, 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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