Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel
3045 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH 43202
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Columbus, Ohio Hotel's Location Can't Be BeatOur hotel is in the heart of the city and currently is ranked number 1! The Holiday Inn Express & Suites® Ohio State University- OSU the only IHG hotel at OSU! We are close to everything, from OSU football to major companies in Columbus, OH.This hotel's location is ideal for business travelers. Riverside Hospital, Battelle and James Cancer Research Institute are all within a quarter mile of the hotel. The Columbus Convention Center, AEP, EWI, Nationwide and many other corporations are just blocks from the hotel's Columbus, Ohio location. With free high-speed, wired and wireless Internet access and a 24-hour Business Center, you'll have everything you need to conduct meetings, fully prepared and ready for success.There's tons of art, culture, entertainment and sports near the hotel, too. The Short North Arts Center is nearby, and the Jerome Schottenstein Center is within walking distance."Stay Smart" with us in Columbus, OH.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Pool
Free breakfast
Tennis court offsite
Kids stay free
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Street parking
Wifi
Hot bath
Pool / beach towels
Indoor pool
Heated pool
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Vending machine
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Meeting rooms
Convenience store
Non-smoking hotel
Sun loungers / beach chairs
ATM on site
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
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Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Safe
Microwave
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
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Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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Languages Spoken
English, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi
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Port Columbus Intl Airport
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Rickenbacker Airport
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14 Restaurants
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2 Attractions
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The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center emerges as a great value for many travelers, offering comfortable and well-appointed accommodations at reasonable rates. Its central location near Ohio State University is a highlight for guests seeking convenience. While service is generally commended for friendliness and cleanliness, there have been instances of service lapses.
The hotel's atmosphere is inviting, with a stylish lobby and modern rooms that consistently earn praise for their cleanliness and contemporary feel. The array of amenities, including a well-maintained pool and satisfying breakfast, contributes to the positive experience of guests.
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If your travels take you to Columbus, Ohio I highly recommend staying at the Holiday Inn Express and Suites OSU Medical Center, 3045 Olentangy River Road. This is our third stay with these great folks when attending the Congress Quarter Horse Show, with the Ohio State Fair Ground only 10 minutes away. A perfect location. And I always request a ‘certain’ Suite and the staff is more than willing to accommodate. Upon arrival we were met with friendly faces and shortly after checking in received a text saying if we needed anything just let them know. Service beyond expectation. And a very special thank you to Annette for making sure everything was exactly as I requested. In fact we brought her a Southern Supreme delicious fruitcake from Bear Creek, NC. Just a little appreciation.
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Date of stay: October 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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I stayed at this hotel in about June 2022 for over or about one month while I was getting health care at Ohio State University. Fist of all, I adore this hotel chain, IHG Holiday Inn, and whenever I travel in the USA I stay in one of these hotels and am always pleased. I am now a chain member. They were excellent!!! The hotel is spacious and beautiful! It is well located with some lovely resturants close by , shopping and near Ohio State University and all that you would need in central Ohio. There is a bus line nearby as well. Plenty of parking space. The room was lovely, comfortable, very quiet and pleasantly decorated. Hotel staff were excellent. I was applying to buy a home while I was there and one of the office staff helped me fill out and faxed and emailed the paperwork to the financial institutions for me. Very kind. There was also a lovely breakfast buffet every morning and a lovely atmosphere of peacefulness and spaciousness in the hotel. I highly recommend this very comfortable, peaceful, and pleasant hotel.
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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Room Tip:Â Stay here! It's very relaxing and quiet.
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The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU stands out for its inviting environment with many guests commending the property for its clean, modern, and comfortable accommodations. The hotel earns many reviews for its updated amenities and ensuring a stay that combines cleanliness with contemporary comforts. The professionalism and friendly staff contribute to the hotel's high value, providing attentive service that makes each stay memorable. I’m a Club member and I was treated with the courtesy and upmost respect, I spoke to the gentleman at the desk and he made our stay fantastic. The Amenities, whirlpools, pools and Spa are amazing. fresh breakfast options are excellent Located conveniently for out of town guests.
The beds and pillows are very comfortable. The room is very comfortable and spacious. We are very very pleased!
The beds and pillows are very comfortable. The room is very comfortable and spacious. We are very very pleased!
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Travelled on business
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Room Tip:Â Make sure to go to the whirlpool, pools and spa they are fantastic!
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Absolutely terrible experience.
After checking out I got an email from management claiming that I didn’t disclose Covid and they charged me (my employer card) $250 for special cleaning. I traveled with some Covid tests and took one before going to my work meeting on site just to be extra safe. It was negative. I told the hotel this and let them know that I threw away the one test I took so it was concerning they went through my trash- and that Covid tests are inaccurate after the time slot of 15mins.
I filed a complaint with IHG (Its a Holiday Inn Express) and tried to escalate it since they keep telling me they will ask the hotel management to solve this issue (which they started). The Operations Manager said that they reached out to Hotel Manager who "explained to me that the PPE gear and test kit was not properly disposed although it is in the garbage bin, there are procedures in disposing bio hazard waste, according to , Hotel housekeepers are not allowed entry to the room until it was cleaned by experts handling bio hazard material. I know you have tested negative of Covid 19 and I am glad to hear that but our hotel is also taking precaution."
Absolutely frustrated with the support from IHG and the insane illegal policies from the hotel.
Cherry on top is that they also sent these accusations of Covid to my employer since they were on the booking. Do not stay here! Additionally the lobby smelled of chemicals from a mismanaged pool. Who knows what fees they will randomly come up with when you stay here.
After checking out I got an email from management claiming that I didn’t disclose Covid and they charged me (my employer card) $250 for special cleaning. I traveled with some Covid tests and took one before going to my work meeting on site just to be extra safe. It was negative. I told the hotel this and let them know that I threw away the one test I took so it was concerning they went through my trash- and that Covid tests are inaccurate after the time slot of 15mins.
I filed a complaint with IHG (Its a Holiday Inn Express) and tried to escalate it since they keep telling me they will ask the hotel management to solve this issue (which they started). The Operations Manager said that they reached out to Hotel Manager who "explained to me that the PPE gear and test kit was not properly disposed although it is in the garbage bin, there are procedures in disposing bio hazard waste, according to , Hotel housekeepers are not allowed entry to the room until it was cleaned by experts handling bio hazard material. I know you have tested negative of Covid 19 and I am glad to hear that but our hotel is also taking precaution."
Absolutely frustrated with the support from IHG and the insane illegal policies from the hotel.
Cherry on top is that they also sent these accusations of Covid to my employer since they were on the booking. Do not stay here! Additionally the lobby smelled of chemicals from a mismanaged pool. Who knows what fees they will randomly come up with when you stay here.
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Travelled on business
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Room Tip:Â Do not stay here. If you must- do not have any trash- take it to a third party dumpster.
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Response from Manav Singh, Owner at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel
Responded 13 Feb 2024
Hello and thank you for your incorrect review You left covid-19 tests around the room and did not advise the staff of your test results which would have allowed usto have been better prepared on how to have your room addressed. By not advising any person from management, our our staff at risk when they entered your room and found the tests they did. This put us in a situation to contact a third party company to come and property dispose your tests which you left around the room, on the desk. In addition, several guests had complained to the breakfast hostess about the conditions they felt were not okay at the coffee station two of the mornings you were present. All of this in addition to not being transparent and thus allowing us to take the proper precautions is what led to the commercial cleaning fee which your employer received a copy of.
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I had an amazing experience at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center! From check-in to check-out, everything was seamless, and the staff went above and beyond to ensure a comfortable stay.
The room was spotlessly clean, spacious, and well-equipped with everything I needed. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and I slept great after a long day. The bathroom was modern, with excellent water pressure in the shower and fresh towels provided daily.
One of the best parts of my stay was the complimentary breakfast—a great selection of hot and cold items, including fresh eggs, sausage, pancakes, and delicious coffee. It was the perfect way to start the day!
The location is super convenient, especially for anyone visiting OSU or the medical center. It’s close to restaurants, shopping, and easy highway access. Parking was free and hassle-free, which is always a plus.
The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, always greeting me with a smile and ready to assist with anything I needed. Their hospitality truly made a difference!
Overall, if you’re looking for a clean, comfortable, and welcoming place to stay in Columbus, I highly recommend it. I’ll definitely be back!
The room was spotlessly clean, spacious, and well-equipped with everything I needed. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and I slept great after a long day. The bathroom was modern, with excellent water pressure in the shower and fresh towels provided daily.
One of the best parts of my stay was the complimentary breakfast—a great selection of hot and cold items, including fresh eggs, sausage, pancakes, and delicious coffee. It was the perfect way to start the day!
The location is super convenient, especially for anyone visiting OSU or the medical center. It’s close to restaurants, shopping, and easy highway access. Parking was free and hassle-free, which is always a plus.
The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, always greeting me with a smile and ready to assist with anything I needed. Their hospitality truly made a difference!
Overall, if you’re looking for a clean, comfortable, and welcoming place to stay in Columbus, I highly recommend it. I’ll definitely be back!
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Date of stay: January 2025Trip type: Travelled with friends
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I was here for a weekend and stayed in a 2 bedroom suite, place was clean when we got there. The temperature in the room was perfect and the complimentary coffee was also greatly appreciated. I liked the pool and hot tub on the first floor, it was clean and the right temperature
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Date of stay: January 2025Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Manav Singh, Owner at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel
Responded 1 week ago
Thanks Robert, we appreciate your kind detailed review, it really means the world to us to start our week reading a review like this thank you sir1
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The rooms are clean, smelling so fresh with adequate towels and a large clean bathroom.
After being on the road with 4 toddlers for 10 hours you need that home away from home setting Reservation was cancelled through booking.com and the receptionist was so understanding and made sure we had somewhere to sleep. Beds are comfortable and no foul odor. This is my new chain of stay hotel for my family. We feel at home
After being on the road with 4 toddlers for 10 hours you need that home away from home setting Reservation was cancelled through booking.com and the receptionist was so understanding and made sure we had somewhere to sleep. Beds are comfortable and no foul odor. This is my new chain of stay hotel for my family. We feel at home
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Date of stay: January 2025Trip type: Travelled with family
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I have to say that I have been dissapointed with most of the Holiday Inn Hotels I have stayed in recently. This place is definately the exception. The staff at check-in greeted me immediately and were very pleasant. The lobby is fresh and modern. The room was very clean and very up-to-date. The only negative that I can speak of is the Heat/AC system in the room is extremely load when cycling on and off. Other than that, all the ammenities were top notch including the comfortable bed and the complimentory breakfast that was provided on the next morning. I have nothing but great things to say about this hotel and even though this stay was charged as a business expense, the price was afforable given the location was very near Ohio State University where I would be working the morning after the stay.
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Date of stay: May 2024Trip type: Travelled solo
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Room Tip:Â Nothing to share here
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My family travels a lot for high school sports tournaments and this is BY FAR the nicest, quietest, hugest room we’ve ever stayed in. And it’s super clean and modern.
The staff couldn’t be nicer! Less than three minutes to the Ohio State lacrosse stadium and great food options. It’s basically perfect. We look forward to coming back!
The staff couldn’t be nicer! Less than three minutes to the Ohio State lacrosse stadium and great food options. It’s basically perfect. We look forward to coming back!
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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You are paying for the location, not the room. We booked our room last minute, when we learned our daughter was going to be induced at Riverside, less than 5mins from this hotel. My husband drove down earlier than I, so we had 2 vehicles. After spending a very long day at the hospital, we came to the hotel to check-in, only to learn they only allow 1 vehicle per room. After some back and forth, we confirmed on the IHG site it does note one vehicle but nothing regarding fees. The receptionist and some guy who didn’t identify himself, so we assume he was a manager, said it would be $30 for the extra vehicle. The receptionist still had our card in hand from checking in so I asked what else was needed to move forward, thinking the parking charge would be added to the room, when she said it’s cash only and it was $60. My husband and I are quite annoyed at this point, especially since we have been club members for many years & have never had such snooty customer service (from the guy behind the counter) and want to understand how in the world they were going to charge cash only for parking & $30 a night. It was explained that there are exactly 100 parking spots for 100 rooms and if someone does not have a parking spots, they have to uber back and forth from a parking garage, so essentially your paying for that person’s uber. The guy then tells us, the lot is gated and closed for the night so all vehicles are secure. We pay the fee because at this point we aren’t going anywhere since our granddaughter had not been born yet. We get to our room to find holes in the bathroom door & the wall in the entrance hallway, the pink tint of mold starting in the shower, as well as old spring mattresses that are not nearly as comfortable as other remodeled Holiday Inn Express. After dropping our stuff off in the room we go out to our vehicle while we debate on where to go to grab a quick dinner, where we see the lot isn’t fully gated. The gate closes on one side while it remains completely wide open, without a gate/fence, at the entrance.
All together between a 2 night stay (no rewards offered this weekend) and the hidden parking fees, we spent almost $500 to sleep in a room that was far from worth the cost.
All together between a 2 night stay (no rewards offered this weekend) and the hidden parking fees, we spent almost $500 to sleep in a room that was far from worth the cost.
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Date of stay: January 2025Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Manav Singh, Owner at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel
Responded 3 weeks ago
Thank you for your review! Firstly, we do guarantee one parking per room free of charge. As is listed on the website and as did the manager of the hotel show you on the app and the hotels website, there is an additional parking fee for the second or third vehicle. Per the surveillance which we have reviewed, the gentleman mentioned to your husband he was the evening manager while you were speaking to the lady who was checking you in. We explained to you at check in itself, that unlike every other hotel in this city our hotel is gated, secured and locked at night which prevents anyone from loitering and or breaking into a single guest vehicle on our property. While Columbus hotels have anywhere from 20-80 vehicles broken into a week our hotel does not have this issue. Should any vehicle have any issue on our lot- we will pay to replace anything damaged, again unlike any other hotel in the city which tells guests to park at their own risk. Upon checking the bathroom door, top to bottom we did not find any issues of a hole or what you described. Again we understand your frustrations with not reading our parking policies printed on the website and your confirmation, and we understand how that can give you a negative experience for your stay. We understand that you wanted the staff to remove the parking fee and make an exception or you would leave reviews, however, it is against our policy to barter positive reviews for services there are fees for. We allow 1 parking free per room and advise guests with multiple vehicles with just one room to park off the hotel lot on the side street to ensure every single guest has a guaranteed parking when they arrive. We must guarantee our policies and ensure all arriving guests they have a positive and comfortable stay with their car being guaranteed one spot to park Your rate was discounted for a hospital stay as you mentioned. Again we understand the parking for the additional trucks was an issue and we apologize we were not able to waive the fee for you. Safe travels to your next destination, we wish you all the best.
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Shuttle is great to the James Hospital. Hotel staff called for my pickup, then gave me the phone to call when I was ready to return!
Our room did not have a full kitchen.
"I would recommend to give a rise to front desk staff for their exceptional assistance, friendly nature and about city guidance "Read full review
"Easy 25 minute walk to Schottenstein from hotel, on sidewalk. Very clean and accommodating "Read full review
"This is hotel is my go to spot because of the cleanliness and the accommodating staff!!"Read full review
"Everything was super coo...store were close and convenient. Area was well kept as well. Will definitely be back."Read full review
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RMÂ 546 - RMÂ 874 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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holiday inn express hotel and suites columbus university area - osu
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100
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Which popular attractions are close to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Union Cemetery (0.6 km), Rock Candy Healing Stones (1.2 km), and Kohl's (0.6 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, free wifi, and free breakfast.
Which room amenities are available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Lavash Cafe, El Vaquero Mexican Restaurant, and Harvest Kitchen and Bar.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to an indoor pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and conference facilities.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, Hindi, and Arabic.