Title: Olentangy Motor Inn - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=687701&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Olentangy Motor Inn Suburban hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk ## Photo gallery for Olentangy Motor Inn ![Exterior - Olentangy Motor Inn (Columbus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/690000/687800/687701/574acdfd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets - Olentangy Motor Inn (Columbus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/690000/687800/687701/a7fe0148.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Olentangy Motor Inn (Columbus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/690000/687800/687701/2b30ef66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets - Olentangy Motor Inn (Columbus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/690000/687800/687701/97c1450b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Coffee service - Olentangy Motor Inn (Columbus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/690000/687800/687701/1802b8f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located near Ohio State University, Olentangy Motor Inn offers a welcoming atmosphere with amenities like in-room WiFi and RV/bus/truck parking. Unwind at the coffee shop/cafe or take advantage of 24-hour front desk service - previous guests rave about the helpful staff and convenient location. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - 24/7 front desk - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 14 - Dec. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=687701&PinnedHotelID=687701&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=687701&PinnedHotelID=687701&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 15 - Dec. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=687701&PinnedHotelID=687701&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=687701&PinnedHotelID=687701&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 19 - Dec. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=687701&PinnedHotelID=687701&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=687701&PinnedHotelID=687701&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=687701&PinnedHotelID=687701&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=687701&PinnedHotelID=687701&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible ![Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/690000/687800/687701/114e098c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible 7.4 Good 12 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available TV Renovated in 2023 Premium bedding Hair dryer - 285 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/690000/687800/687701/114e098c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed 9.0 Wonderful 61 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available TV Renovated in 2023 Premium bedding Hair dryer - 214 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds ![Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/690000/687800/687701/a7fe0148.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Double Beds 9.4 Exceptional 23 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available TV Renovated in 2023 Premium bedding Hair dryer - 285 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible ![Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/690000/687800/687701/d42ed6bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible 8.6 Excellent 16 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available TV Renovated in 2023 Premium bedding Hair dryer - 285 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds ![Premium bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/690000/687800/687701/3a1feba4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Double Beds 8.6 Excellent 92 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available TV Renovated in 2023 Premium bedding Hair dryer - 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Airport (CMH) - 13 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk - ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬13 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk - ‪Natalie’s - ‬9 min walk - ‪GetGo - ‬11 min walk ## About this property ### Olentangy Motor Inn Hotel remodeled in 2023 and located near Ohio Stadium Olentangy Motor Inn provides amenities like free to-go breakfast and a coffee shop/cafe. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Free self parking - RV/bus/truck parking, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location Room features All 55 individually furnished rooms have thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property. 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Check-in end time: anytime Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay) Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 1 total (up to 30 lbs per pet) Pets cannot be left unattended Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 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 Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay) - Service animals are exempt from fees 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 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; cash is not accepted Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector ### We should mention This property does not have elevators 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 ### Property is also known as Varsity Inn South Hotel Varsity Inn South Hotel Columbus Varsity South Columbus Varsity Inn Columbus Varsity Inn Varsity Columbus The Varsity Inn Olentangy Motor Inn Hotel Olentangy Motor Inn Columbus Olentangy Motor Inn Hotel Columbus ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Olentangy Motor Inn pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Olentangy Motor Inn? ### What time is check-out at Olentangy Motor Inn? ### Where is Olentangy Motor Inn located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Olentangy Motor Inn Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.4 Amenities ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 8.8 Eco-friendliness ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 881 8 - Good 298 6 - Okay 94 4 - Poor 27 2 - Terrible 32 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Travis Dec 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room, staff was friendly ##### Travis Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa Dec 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Staff was friendly, the space was clean and quiet ##### Melissa Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle Oct 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay. ##### Michelle Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Harry Nov 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good place to stay for a Buckeyes game ##### Harry Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cheryl Nov 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Rooms were clean and the coffee was great ##### Cheryl Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne Nov 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff, clean and modern room, great location and easy check in! ##### Anne Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### McKinzey Nov 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great breakfast! ##### McKinzey Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sarah Dec 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We enjoyed our stay - clean, friendly staff, easy parking and great breakfast sandwich and coffee too. Took off one star because our room was at the very back next to the train tracks and the train noise woke me up a couple of times. But we would stay here again for sure! ##### Sarah Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul Nov 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Breakfast was fresh and a safe property ##### Paul Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stanley Nov 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Simple, Clean, friendly staff. Look forward to staying again. ##### Stanley Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Benjamin Oct 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice hotel for a good price ##### Benjamin Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen Nov 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Free breakfast and coffee! Room was clean! ##### Karen Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John Nov 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The motor inn was close to the Convention Center, OSU campus and the heart of Columbus. It was clean, easily located, inexpensive, had all the amenities of more expensive motels, free parking outside my unit, safe and secure. I would stay there again. ##### John Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert Oct 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities good location with several dining options in walking distance ##### Robert Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James Nov 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location for game. ##### James Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jill Nov 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Good clean room at a good price. Coffee shop was great! ##### Jill Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristin Oct 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities This was a great place to stay for a weekend in Columbus. The staff was wonderful and the price was right! ##### Kristin Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samuel Oct 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great coffee shop and free breakfast sandwiches. ##### Samuel Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Rod Nov 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness The hotel is clean and up to date but is kinda noisy ##### Rod Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tami Nov 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location to campus. Enjoyed the free breakfast sandwich and coffee. Comfortable beds and room. Friendly staff. Would stay again ##### Tami Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori Oct 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Easy parking, very quiet and friendly staff ##### Lori Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jade Nov 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities I will be returning to this hotel. The room was beautiful and clean, the best was really comfortable. The coffee was outstanding. ##### Jade Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Diane Dec 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very loud heater…other than that fine ##### Diane Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Therese Nov 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Clean, quiet and comfortable ##### Therese Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Charles Dec 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The great: affordable in a busy area. Generally safe and well lit. Rooms were fresh and looked great. Showers amazing. Free Breakfast sandwiches in the morning AMAZING! The not so great: mattresses were super firm and in unit thermostat served to fluctuate all night. Then around 5 am there was a rumbling and shaking ( it was a train somewhere nearby, didn’t even notice tracks) but it was very loud. ##### Charles Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hampton Inn Cleveland-Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Cleveland-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Cleveland-Downtown.h103106.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Cincinnati](https://www.expedia.ca/Cincinnati-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Cincinnati.h18646.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Cleveland, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Cleveland-Hotels-Hotel-Cleveland.h12309.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Cincinnati](https://www.expedia.ca/Cincinnati-Hotels-The-Westin-Cincinnati.h2972.Hotel-Information) > > [Sonesta Columbus Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Columbus-Hotels-Sonesta-Columbus.h26870.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Columbus](https://www.expedia.ca/Columbus-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Columbus.h2200.Hotel-Information) > > [Cleveland Marriott Downtown at Key Tower](https://www.expedia.ca/Cleveland-Hotels-Cleveland-Marriott-Downtown-At-Key-Tower.h23199.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington](https://www.expedia.ca/Columbus-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-ColumbusWorthington.h1828.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Indigo Cleveland Downtown by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Cleveland-Hotels-Hotel-Indigo-Cleveland-Downtown.h119000.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Cleveland Downtown by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Cleveland-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Cleveland-Downtown.h424437.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Cleveland-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Cleveland-Downtown.h866043.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Azores](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Azores-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6048267-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hilton Columbus Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Columbus-Hotels-Hilton-Columbus-Downtown.h5270320.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Cleveland Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Cleveland-Hotels-Hilton-Cleveland-Downtown.h13304695.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cleveland Downtown - Lakeside](https://www.expedia.ca/Cleveland-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Cleveland-Downtown-Lakeside.h19876.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Inn Cleveland Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Cleveland-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Downtown.h18827.Hotel-Information) > > [Drury Plaza Hotel Cleveland Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Cleveland-Hotels-Drury-Plaza-Hotel-Cleveland-Downtown.h13578935.Hotel-Information) > > [Kimpton Schofield Hotel by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Cleveland-Hotels-Kimpton-Schofield-Hotel.h13181279.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Cleveland At The Arcade](https://www.expedia.ca/Cleveland-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Cleveland-At-The-Arcade.h596912.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Cleveland at Playhouse Square by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Cleveland-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Cleveland-At-Playhouse-Square.h17461.Hotel-Information) > > [Residence Inn By Marriott Cleveland Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Cleveland-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Cleveland-Downtown.h456770.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Whistler](https://www.expedia.ca/Whistler-Hotels.d4115.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Paris (CDG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/cdg/calgary-to-paris) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/las/toronto-to-las-vegas) > > [Flights from Honolulu (HNL) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/hnl/yvr/honolulu-to-vancouver) ### Packages > [Bahamas Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Bahamas.d13.Destination-Travel-Guides)