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
D
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
M
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
A
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
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George Chandler • couple • us
1
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
F
farmer • family_with_children • us
5
Good price point for a place to sleep for the night
Pros:

Location was good for where I needed to be

Cons:

Shower appeared to be broken couldn’t adjust water temp it was with hot or cold no warm setting could be achieved

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
A
Aiden • couple • us
1
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Lynette • family_with_children • us
2
Pros:

The lady at the front desk was nice.
The location was good.

Cons:

No towels in room, and no toilet paper, asked for towels from the house keeper she acted like she didn't know what I was talking about, I asked for a roll of toilet paper I did get a roll of toilet paper.
The room was not cleaned as it should have been done. My grandson was so looking forward to swimming in the pool and guess what the pool was not even opened. I will never stay there again.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
J
Jonathan • solo_traveller • us
2
Bad facilities (bedroom sheet. Bathroom light… bad)
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
H
Henry • solo_traveller • us
1
Pros:

First of all I needed a ground floor room that wasn't given. Secondly, there was a young man soliciting sex in the walk way. Finally, the water wouldn't get any warmer than room temperature. I wanted a refund for my trouble. Then the $50 fee which wasn't mentioned until arrival

Cons:

Nothing at all about the entire experience

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
H
Hall • couple • us
2
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
V
Vernon • solo_traveller • us
2
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

No remote for the TV. No running water in the shower.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
J
John • couple • ca
1
Cons:

a non smoking room smelled of smoke. we had to change rooms because our booked room still had garbage in it. There are also full time people living there.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
K
Kimberly • couple • us
7
Cons:

When we got there the room wasn’t ready garbage was everywhere and dog food was left in the bathroom. We had to wait while outside for it to get cleaned. They couldn’t communicate because they didn’t know English I asked where the ice machine was and she just looked at me strange and never tried to answer me. The beds were hard and the one pillow was flat. But we made the best of the situation and had a blast.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
J
Johnson • solo_traveller • us
2
Bad experience
Pros:

Location was close to Columbus Ohio Stadium

Cons:

Had to wait till 5 pm to check in, paid $212 for this place to stay then they turned around charged me another $50 once I got there. Place had punch holes in the bathroom door. Bed was most uncomfortable bed. Could hear right through the walls.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • couple • us
2
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Geraldine • couple • us
7
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee