Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG

Hotel with indoor pool, near Ohio State University

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December 2025

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January 2026

Exterior - Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG (Columbus)

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated - Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG (Columbus)

In the heart of Columbus, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu offers a warm welcome with breakfast buffet, 24-hour gym, and library. Unwind by the indoor pool or explore nearby Ohio State University. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Very good

Popular amenities

Electric vehicle charging point
Parking available
Pool
Connecting rooms available
Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Indoor pool
Free area shuttle
24-hour fitness center
Self parking
24-hour business center
Business center
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Library
Front-desk safe
ATM/banking services

Feel at home (6)

Rollaway/extra beds
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping

$105 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 28 - Dec 29

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Dec 7 - Dec 8

Tomorrow

Dec 8 - Dec 9

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 18 of 18 rooms

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Sofa bed - king

28 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

Excellent

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

30 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

28 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

28 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (1 King, 1 Queen, Sofa Bed)

Excellent

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Additional Living Area)

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Additional Living Area)

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

28 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

30 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds (2 Queen beds with Sofa Bed)

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Sofa bed - queen

28 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room

Excellent

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Sofa bed - queen

28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

28 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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Pool
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Free parking

$110 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

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About the neighborhood

3045 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43202

What's nearby

Ohio State University - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
McConnell Heart Hospital at Riverside - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Schottenstein Center - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Ohio Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 19 min drive
Free area shuttle

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
‪Skyline Chili - ‬4 min walk
‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬8 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG

When you stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Ohio State University and Schottenstein Center. The indoor pool is a great spot for a morning swim, and guests can get a workout in at the 24-hour fitness center. Also, Ohio Stadium and Historic Crew Stadium are just a 5-minute drive away. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 100 rooms
- Arranged over 7 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Minimum check-in age: 21
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
- Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

- Secured uncovered onsite self parking (USD 10 per day; includes in/out privileges)
- Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
- Electric vehicle charging point on site

Offsite

- Free area shuttle

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free buffet breakfast

Traveling with children

Free local shuttle

What to do

Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

24-hour business center
Meeting room
Conference space (969 square feet)

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers

Facilities

1 building/tower
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Library
24-hour fitness center
An indoor pool
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Raised toilet seat
Lowered locks/deadbolt
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Grab bar in shower
Visual fire alarm
Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Be entertained

42-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning and heating
Wet bar
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

Deposit: USD 30.00 per stay

Children & extra beds

Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Parking

Uncovered self parking costs USD 10 per day with in/out privileges
RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Pool access available from 5:30 AM to 11 PM

Policies

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 rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 5:30 AM to 11 PM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 10 per day. RV/bus/truck parking and electric vehicle charging are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Hollywood Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness center.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus Univ Area - Osu by IHG is in Oletangy West, a short 13-minute walk from Ohio State University. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.