Olentangy Motor Inn

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Independent
9 (413 reviews)
1445 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, Ohio, 43212 , Columbus , US
1-614-525-0065

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Pets allowed

Facilities

24-hour front desk
Wheelchair accessible
Golfing nearby
Smoke-free property
Wheelchair accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
RV, bus, truck parking
Free self parking
Free RV, bus, truck parking
Housekeeping on request
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and comfortable rooms
Friendly staff
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Service inconsistencies

Categories

Cleanliness
8.39
Generally clean, but some issues reported with room freshness.
Service
8.86
Staff were friendly and helpful, though service issues noted.
Location
9.4
Very convenient location, easy access to restaurants.
Room Quality
8.35
Rooms were comfortable but a few mentioned issues like seating.
Amenities
9.38
Great amenities like free breakfast and coffee.
Value for Money
8.84
Affordable for quality, but some dissatisfaction noted.
Food and Beverage
9.39
Breakfast sandwich highly praised.
Overall Experience
9.36
Mixed experiences but overall very positive.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 08:22

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located in the heart of Grandview Heights, Olentangy Motor Inn provides easy access to popular attractions like Ohio Stadium and Ohio State University within a short 5-minute drive.

Cozy Accommodations
With 55 individually furnished guestrooms, each equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi, cable TV, and cozy amenities like coffee/tea makers, the Olentangy Motor Inn ensures a comfortable stay for every guest.

Accessible Amenities
Enjoy a meal at the on-site Crimson Cup restaurant, free self-parking, and the convenience of wheelchair access in this smoke-free property. Book your stay today for a pleasant experience in Columbus.

Important information:

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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

Property Policies

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Pets

    Only dogs and cats are allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Noise policy

    Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

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Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 413 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.39
Service: 8.86
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8.35
Amenities: 9.38
Value for Money: 8.84
Food and Beverage: 9.39
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Carole Ann
10
Pros:

Everything was really quiet and nice until large trucks and truckers arrived around midnight and made a lot of rumbling noise

2025-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Karen
8
Pros:

Lot was small & it was a little difficult to get around.
No Wifi access
Staff was very nice
Bathroom floor needed to be cleaned
Room was ok

2025-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Lori • family
10
Pros:

Easy parking, very quiet and friendly staff

2025-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Zach • partner
8
Pros:

Overall a good stay, convenient location and nice enough rooms. It definitely smelled like whoever was there before us had smoked in the room. The floors were not as clean as they could have been, but everything else seemed to be clean enough.

2025-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Dena • partner
10
Pros:

It was close to James Cancer hospital. Everything was excellent about the place to stay. The lady working the desk asked if we wanted the king size bed room that was on the second or 2 queens on the first floor. We took the queen beds. The only we didnt like was the matteress it was hard as rock. We will stay there again when we are in Columbus

2025-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Janine
10
Pros:

Perfect no frills stay. Very clean, comfortable and quiet.

2025-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Jim
10
Pros:

We had a quiet, safe experience. Will stay here again

2025-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca
6
Pros:

We love the convenience of this location. The staff is very friendly and laidback. We've stayed here a couple times and never had any issues. However, the last time we stayed, there was a cockroach in our room. Yikes.

2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Carol
10
Pros:

Always a great experience, when I stay quarterly. Quiet, immaculate room, and always great front desk staff.

2025-10-06 • via Nuitee
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Amy
10
Pros:

The room was spotless! Comfy beds! Will definitely stay here again!

2025-10-05 • via Nuitee
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Andrew
10
Pros:

Everything was sufficient. Nice room giod for a night's stay.

2025-10-05 • via Nuitee
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Mary
8
Pros:

Lady at registration was flat, but polite. Clean room with comfortable pillows. Makeup remover wipes at sink were a nice touch.

2025-10-03 • via Nuitee
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Susan
8
Pros:

Clean room, comfortable bed, great breakfast. Our only criticism is that we were in a handicap room, so the room was stripped all storage (no bathroom countertops, no tables, no chairs, no desks), so no place to set up toilets or supplies. We'd stay again, just request a different room.

2025-10-02 • via Nuitee
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Lynn • family
10
Pros:

Best breakfast sandwich I ever ate

2025-09-30 • via Nuitee
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Adel
6
Pros:

It was a motel to my surprise. I like the hardwood. They say free breakfast but you’re limited to sausages and only two individuals. Def not worth the $150

2025-09-30 • via Nuitee
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Akemi Kei
8
Pros:

Everything was great. The only complaint was the yard work 3ft from my window at 8am

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Tina • family
6
Pros:

The room was clean and the beds very comfortable but it advertised it has a pool when it does not. And breakfast was a nasty sandwich and 1 cup of cold coffee. Not sure if I will stay there again

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Shirin
10
Pros:

This place is a brilliant surprise! Everything was perfect and the next morning to have a wonderful breakfast sandwich and coffee as well!

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Carlee
10
Pros:

Doesn’t look like much from outside, but rooms are updated and very clean. Coffee shop is great and free breakfast is really good too. Nice people!!

2025-09-28 • via Nuitee
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Massie
8
Pros:

The room smelled like dog. I had to purchase some room spray at a nearby store to spray the two little rugs on the floor. The rooms with the king size beds don't have a chair. You can only watch the TV from the bed. I was fortunate enough to have a folding chair in my car that I was able to use.

2025-09-28 • via Nuitee