Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Ohio State University

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Reception
Pool
Exterior
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Gym

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Map
3160 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH, 43202
  • Popular LocationOhio State University15 min walk
  • Popular LocationSchottenstein Center2 min drive
  • Popular LocationOhio Stadium4 min drive
  • AirportColumbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)14 min drive
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Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

9.2/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Wardrobe or closet
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Wet Bar)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

7.5/10 Good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Wardrobe or closet
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator

9.4/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
In-room safe
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King, Refrigerator

9.8/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Wardrobe or closet
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator

9.6/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Wardrobe or closet
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

8.8/10 Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Wardrobe or closet
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Columbus

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area is located in Oletangy West, a neighborhood in Columbus. Easton Town Center and Polaris Fashion Place are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Ohio State Fairgrounds and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Schottenstein Center or Ohio Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University - 15 min walk
  • Schottenstein Center - 2 min drive
  • Ohio Stadium - 4 min drive
  • Mapfre Stadium - 5 min drive
  • Ohio Expo Center and State Fair - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • McDonald's - 10 min walk
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 10 min walk
  • Roosters - 5 min walk
  • Skyline Chili - 6 min walk

About this property

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area

Hotel near Ohio State University
Consider a stay at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area and take advantage of free self-serve breakfast, a fireplace in the lobby, and a 24-hour gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Swimming pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a front-desk safe, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Free newspapers, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say good things about the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 152 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the spacious rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and free infant beds

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Pool

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 7 floors
  • Built in 2014
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 75.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 75.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Columbus Red Roof Inn
Red Roof Inn Columbus Ohio State University Hotel Columbus
Red Roof PLUS+ Columbus-The Ohio State University
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area?

As of May 24, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area on May 30, 2024 start from CA $150.11, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area pet-friendly?

Yes, Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for USD 75.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area located?

Located in Oletangy West, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital and Ohio State University. Ohio Stadium and Historic Crew Stadium are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 687 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1004 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So nice!! The property is clean and easily accessible. The offered breakfast is delicious and there are many places to choose from for dining or pick up. Stayed here for a concert and will definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was well maintained. No issues during stay. Property sign and entrance driveway were hidden among multiple other hotel/restaurant signs in the area; we drove by the property and had to turn around in another hotel's parking lot to go back to this one.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rafsan

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location, good amenities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Air in room could only go to 68 low which seemed warm And no cold water only hot water from sink and shower called and wasnt helpful and just offered a new room
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Santana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing stay. Wish it had more streaming options available
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellrnt services, staff very friendly. Delicious continental breakfast lots to choose from. Love the shampoo and conditioner offer in the shower. Hand-soap is also offer, just wish they would have had shower gel in the shower. Hotel is very clean great stay love the noon check out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jovon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing, great comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean and updated property. Close to the University. Breakfast included.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
shower
Stayed 1 night in May 2024