Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area

Hotels
Hilton Garden Inn
8.6 (374 reviews)
3232 Olentangy River Road , Columbus , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable beds
Convenient location
Great food
Cons:
Dirty rooms
Maintenance issues
Housekeeping not performed

Categories

Cleanliness
7.61
Several reviews mention dirty rooms and poor housekeeping.
Service
9.58
Most reviews highlight pleasant staff and good service.
Location
9.12
Guests frequently appreciate the hotel's convenient location.
Room Quality
8.07
Some rooms described positively, but issues with maintenance noted.
Amenities
8.1
Amenities like the pool and breakfast received mixed feedback.
Value for Money
8.56
Generally seen as good value, though issues with cleaning impact perception.
Food and Beverage
9.11
Guests mention a delicious restaurant and good breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.68
Mixed experiences but generally positive with a recommendation.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 01:49

Property Description

Modern Amenities and Comfortable Guestrooms: Experience a stay at our Columbus hotel where modern amenities meet comfort. Our guestrooms are designed to provide you with a relaxing and enjoyable stay, ensuring you feel right at home during your visit.

Convenient Location: Situated just minutes away from The Ohio State University, our hotel is the perfect choice for travelers looking to explore the area. With popular attractions like the Greater Columbus Convention Center and Ohio State Fairgrounds nearby, you'll have easy access to the best that Columbus has to offer.

On-Site Dining and Services: Indulge in a delicious breakfast at our Great American Grill or grab a snack from our 24-hour convenience store. Stay connected with free high-speed internet access and unwind while watching your favorite shows on our in-room flat-screen TVs. Book your stay at Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area for a memorable experience.

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are 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: 12:00 PM
Airport code: CMH

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 42.86
Public Area
  • Ramp: Yes
  • Entrance Door Width: 82
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Pet Friendly: Yes
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: Yes
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 374 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.61
Service: 9.58
Location: 9.12
Room Quality: 8.07
Amenities: 8.1
Value for Money: 8.56
Food and Beverage: 9.11
Overall Experience: 8.68
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Shauna extended_group us
6
The room/housekeeping was great!!! The front desk needs some hospitality training.
Pros:

The room was clean and comfortable.

Cons:

The front desk staff was rude, spoke very softly and mumbled. Both of the women that checked us in and checked us out were extremely unprofessional. The ice machine was difficult to use as we had to ask for a smaller cup bc ours was all too big to fit. They ran out of coffee in the lobby (9am on a Monday morning) and the front desk attendant was extremely frustrated that she had to fill it. She left all of us waiting at the desk while she filled it and was extremely unprofessional as she yelled at us that she HAD to fill the coffee.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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kirk solo_traveller us
7
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Spreak Solo travel
2
Avoid if Possible...
Pros:

I don't usually write negative reviews and generally try to give businesses the benefit of the doubt, but my experience with this hotel was extremely disappointing.
Due to a trip being canceled, I needed to cancel my reservation and provided three days' notice. Rather than working with me to find a reasonable solution, Elise was rude and completely unwilling to help. I even asked if my stay could simply be moved to another night, but that option was refused outright.
It became very clear that customer service was not a priority. The only concern seemed to be collecting payment, regardless of the circumstances. To make matters worse, I was threatened with being reported if I refused to pay the fees they were demanding.
Throughout the process, I felt treated with a lack of respect and basic courtesy. A little understanding and flexibility would have gone a long way, especially when I provided advance notice. Unfortunately, this experience left a very negative impression, and I would not stay at this property again.

2026-07-24 via Tripadvisor
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michael couple us
8
The hotel was very comfortable, staff was excellent and friendly., location to our venue was good. Would stay again
Pros:

Very friendly staff and proximity to our venue.

Cons:

There wasn’t really anything I didn’t like. Kind of wish breakfast was included in the price but that wasn’t a big deal either.

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Lisa family_with_children us
10
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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R2926OMjenniferr Business
10
Cultivate Show
Pros:

Hilton Garden Inn, thank you for accommodating my co-worker and I with 2 rooms last minute and at almost midnight after 2 hotels in the area OVERBOOKED & cancelled us on arrival. NATHANIAL, your customer service was extraordinary and professional! You reaching out to let us know we didn’t have to move rooms for the 2 night stay was the icing on the cake! The hotel is very clean, rooms are updated and breakfast was yummy. Thank you again!

Jennifer from Miami

2026-07-14 via Tripadvisor
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James solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Marlett couple us
5
Okay
Pros:

Na

Cons:

Na

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Kilbarger solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Barbara couple us
10
This location provided a comfortable, convenient location in the middle of a long road trip that let us continue our jou
Pros:

Convenient location. Having the option for a freshly prepared, hot breakfast at a very reasonable price was nice.

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Wendy couple us
9
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Brian family_with_children us
8
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Daniele solo_traveller us
6
Quick over night
Pros:

I did like my room. When I checked out the employee at the front was kind. The location was great and I was able to get to whole foods and my favorite parts of the city

Cons:

There was a bug in my room and it was a bit loud. The hotel employee who checked me in was not the warmest.

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Mercedes extended_group ca
9
Would stay again. A little expensive but more affordable than some of the other hotels in the area.
Pros:

Good location. Comfortable beds. Good service and free parking.

Cons:

NA

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Wylie couple us
8
2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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GEORGE family_with_children us
2
You need to step it up!
Pros:

See below

Cons:

NO BREAKFAST INCLUDED. UNACCEPTABLE! No shuttle service. Website claims they have shuttle service yet hotel does not offer shuttle service. Hotel not close to anything, you have to take Ubers everywhere. Food offered on site was pathetic!

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Belinda couple us
8
Overall a great stay! 🌞
Pros:

The facility was very nicely designed and exceptionally clean, especially considering the area and the price point. It offered great value and exceeded my expectations.

Cons:

The microwave was clean, but unfortunately it was not functional. I arrived at the hotel fairly late for check-in and wanted to warm up some food, but the microwave would not open and continuously displayed “LOCKED” despite several attempts to unlock it.

I called the front desk twice for assistance but received no answer. Since it was late, I eventually gave up on using the microwave and went to bed. While this was not a major issue, I do believe that for the price of the room, all appliances should be in proper working condition. Other than that, my stay was satisfactory.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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shirley family_with_children us
10
very comfortable clean would stay again just not for dinner ..need more food down to earth choices
Pros:

Didnt have breakfast..was only from 9-10
had dinner way to expensive ..not alot of choice regular foods i got 3 burgers chicken fingers almost was 44.00 to much..

Cons:

dinner way to expensive ..not alot of choice regular foods i got 3 burgers chicken fingers almost was 46.00 to much..needs to be more reasonable ..add drink with more frys..sorry our opinion..

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Sandra family_with_children us
10
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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DIANE solo_traveller us
9
2026-05-22 via Nuitee