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Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Ohio State University

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Motel 6 Columbus is minutes from Ohio State University, providing a practical base for campus visits. Guests enjoy on-site laundry, a snack bar/deli for quick bites, free in-room WiFi, and dedicated RV/bus/truck parking.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Television

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Television

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
3246 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH, 43202

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Schottenstein Center - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Ohio Stadium - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Historic Crew Stadium - 5 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Riverside Hospital Cafeteria - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Skyline Chili - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU

Motel remodelled in 2017 and located near Ohio State University
Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU provides amenities, such as laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, a vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 92 individually furnished rooms boast thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (71 centimetre high)
  • 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 bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (102 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - 2017

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

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 for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 34 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on 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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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, a smoke detector 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 any lifts
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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Frequently asked questions

Is Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU on 6 Nov 2025 start from NZ$134.40, including 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.

How much is parking at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU located?

Located in Oletangy West, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of McConnell Heart Hospital at Riverside and Ohio State University. Ohio Stadium is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

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Reviews

Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU Reviews

6.6

6.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

7.4

Staff & service

6.0

Eco-friendliness

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 265 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 226 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 188 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 146 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 201 out of 1026 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Emerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to spend the night after an event. Front desk staff very nice and helpful. Close enough to downtown to be accessible but far enough away to avoid most of the traffic.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Temperature control was good. could have been more work space. Lighting was great. no hot water or pressure in sink. guest laundry didn't work
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

STERLING

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff,...old, not well kept, room smelled like smoke, felt dirty
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

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

Great quality for the buck.

The staff was extremely helpful and tge room was clean and neatly organized. Highly recommendable. Great quality for the buck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jackie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't get the double bed room I wanted had to sleep with Sister it had paper thin walls our people next door was living there and was in a big fight that lasted quite a while in and out slamming door yelling and cussing and their TV was on sky high blasting religious preaching bed was hard as a brick and then no breakfast no ice and and pool was outside the floors were kinda dirty dryer had a out of order sign on it the reason we stayed was because to be close to the hospital because I had surgery in the morning and we wanted to be close
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was old and dingy. TV didn't work. Didn't even have shampoo in the bathroom. Unpleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and reliable. Just missing drawers and closet. But in general was great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Shalona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was alright
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front desk was very nice and helpful. Just seems like an independent business with people trying to make a living. Great cost, met our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dean

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the worst and dirtiest experience of my life. I couldn’t sleep until morning, and then I found my arms and legs covered in bed bug bites. The pain, severe itching, swelling, and inflammation in my skin are beyond description . I’ll probably have to go to the emergency room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jerbrelle

The room services house keeping needs a lot more improvement
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Tim

No shower curtain. Room ok. Nothing fancy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Vincent

Wouldn't allow me to check in without ID, even though I was a frequent guest at this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was good except the pillows were not good at all. Check in was ok had unexpected fees that was not told about.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Raymond

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were not organized and made us super late to Buckeye Country Superfest!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean, beds were comfortable for a one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

No hot water

The check in was weird. Didnt know about the $50 fee. There was a weird smell in the common area. There was no hot water. Tried running rhe shower for almost 5 minutes of the highest heat setting and it never got warm. Severly disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a terrible plumbing issue causing widespread sewage flooding. Nothing was done to remedy the situation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice option
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lanasha

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were horrible very unprofessional
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just a quick over night stay, but it was clean and quiet. The desk staff were very polite.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Teena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and was clean, fit cost and staff were nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tasha

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

Best motel 6

I never have issue with hotel. Friendly staff and better than any Motel 6
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023