Motel 6-Columbus, OH - OSU

Hotels
6.4 (830 reviews)
3246 Olentangy River Rd , Columbus , US

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Heating
Pets allowed
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean room
Convenient location
Cons:
Dirty towels
Broken fixtures

Categories

Cleanliness
5.49
Several reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness and maintenance, indicating a need for improvement.
Service
7.46
Positive mention of the front desk staff being nice and helpful, although some complaints exist about communication.
Location
8
Location received positive feedback for convenience.
Room Quality
4.95
Multiple issues with room quality including broken A/C, dirty bathrooms, and pests.
Amenities
5.98
Basic amenities, but noted issues like closed pool and renovation needs.
Value for Money
6.94
Comments suggest decent value for the price despite several drawbacks.
Food and Beverage
5.99
No reviews specifically addressing food and beverage; standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
6.36
Overall experience is mixed, with both positive and negative aspects affecting the stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 00:02

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just 1 mile from the Ohio State University and 8 miles from downtown Columbus, our pet-friendly hotel is the perfect choice for both business and leisure travelers.

Amenities Galore
Enjoy our outdoor pool, business center, and gym during your stay. Stay connected with free WiFi in all rooms, and unwind with a cup of coffee while watching cable TV.

Additional Services
Take advantage of our meeting facilities and grab a complimentary newspaper in the lobby. With attractions like the Franklin Park Conservatory just 10 miles away, and the Ohio State University Golf Course a mere 2 miles from the hotel, there's plenty to explore during your visit.

Book your stay at Motel 6 Columbus today and experience comfort and convenience at its best.

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.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 deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CMH

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 42.86
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

6.4
Based on 830 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.49
Service: 7.46
Location: 8
Room Quality: 4.95
Amenities: 5.98
Value for Money: 6.94
Food and Beverage: 5.99
Overall Experience: 6.36
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Timothy • couple • us
5
2026-11-04 • via Nuitee
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Michael • family_with_children • us
1
Extremely filthy. Wouldn’t recommend
Pros:

The location had restaurants near by

Cons:

I accidentally chose a smoking room. That was my fault, but couldn’t sleep all night bc I couldn’t breathe and there wasn’t ventilation. The floors were filthy. The shower wasn’t cleaned. There was shampoo from the visitor on the walls. Ran out of toilet paper and towels. When I mentioned the comforter smelled like pee and was crunchy they didn’t even have an extra one

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Michael • family_with_children • us
3
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Never cleaned our room nor would give us fresh towels

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Alan • family_with_children • us
4
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Kristen • couple • us
1
did not stay left and went to another hotel !
Cons:

The room smelled like smoke dirt in every corner bathroom discusting I do not smoke and they put us in a smoking room! did not stay gave them my key back and left!! The health department needs to be called on this place !! So i lost my money cause i wouldnt stay there ! I do not think anyone of you would of stayed there either !! Go check it out very diappointing!!!!

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Kerinsa • solo_traveller • us
1
Uncomfortable and expensive.
Pros:

It was close to the convention center

Cons:

The door did not shut unless it was locked from the inside, the toilet was leaking the whole time and it was incredibly uncomfortable to be in the bathroom, the bathroom door did not close. When I first got there after my other hotel canceled my reservation the man at the front desk told me they had one room left and it was $200 for one night, which is insane for a motel 6. He ended up putting that room on booking.com and I booked it for both nights.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Mary • couple • us
3
Just all the way around sad.
Pros:

Close to OSU

Cons:

Filthy rooms. Blankets had burn holes and smelled gross.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Cox • extended_group • us
5
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Brandon • couple • us
1
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Shane • solo_traveller • us
4
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Dean • solo_traveller • us
2
Pros:

Nothing they don't have basic TV or basic cable they have only streaming channels that they want you to pay for in order to watch TV never ever seen nothing like that in my life

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Frederick • solo_traveller • us
4
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Showers had no hot water one of the lights out told them about it never got fixed.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Samuel • solo_traveller • us
4
Pros:

Quiet

Cons:

No wifi available, and broken laundry machines.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Diles • solo_traveller • us
1
Cons:

It was not a good experience the staff was unhelpful unfriendly the facility was not clean the towels were stained and then I was told I would be charged for a towel that had a smudge on it the shower didn't want to work you had to run around the shower to get an actual shower to be able to get wet

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Mohammad • solo_traveller • us
1
Management needs to address the dirtiness of the hotel.
Pros:

It is located close to OSU.

Cons:

Dirty hotel. The shower drainage was plugged. No coffee for breakfast.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Andre • couple • us
1
Cons:

They gave me a room with a broken toilet with dried shit all in it and it was the last room cause they were sold out! $120
Management claimed I’d get a refund but one was never received!!

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Luis • solo_traveller • us
1
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Essam • solo_traveller • sa
1
Cons:

They paid me extra fee other than the fee in booking

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Kim • solo_traveller • us
3
Pros:

Nothing really

Cons:

The room smelled. The bed wasn't comfortable and there was no shampoo or anything in the bathroom.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Priscilla • couple • us
6
Pros:

👍🏽

Cons:

No phone

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee