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The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

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Luxury
4.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Campus sanctuary with luxury touches

Impressive views of historic Ohio Stadium welcome guests to this luxury hotel on Ohio State's campus. The on-site restaurant serves excellent meals, though many explore nearby dining options. Rooms are immaculately clean with whisper-quiet climate control and effective blackout curtains.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

  • Luxury upscale hotel near Ohio Stadium
  • Located close to Ohio State University and Jack Nicklaus Museum, The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, 2110, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a gym and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and express check-out
    • A gift shop, wedding services, and a water dispenser
    • Luggage storage, a porter/bellhop, and smoke-free premises
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All 151 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Pillowtop mattresses and free cribs/infant beds
    • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and shower/tub combinations
    • 49-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

  • The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.00 per stay

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 2.25 to 20.00 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 36 per night
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 35 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.00 per stay

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Is The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center?

As of May 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center on May 21, 2026 start from CA $201, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 36 per night. Valet parking is available for USD 35 per night.

What time is check-in at The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center?

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

Where is The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center located?

Located in University District, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Ohio Stadium, Schottenstein Center, and Chadwick Arboretum & Learning Gardens. Wexner Center for the Arts and Jack Nicklaus Museum are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1163 out of 1481 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 1481 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 1481 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1481 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1481 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean rooms! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ericka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Amazing location, nice clean hotel and rooms, beds were decent, just a little outdated-especially bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding service and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Clean room lots of towels and great view.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly front desk staff. Rooms are immaculate and beds are super comfy!! Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always friendly with the perfect accommodations
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room pleasant staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Niki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location next to the Schottenstein Center, very nice staff and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Frank M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in a great location for campus
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nywana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My check-in was very easy and quick. The room was very clean and very spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, staff was very friendly, very convenient room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy walk to the university. Very helpful staff. Lovely small restaurant at night and larger one in the morning. My stay was very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff customer service is top notch. Nice breakfast buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So convenient to all local spots. Very clean. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room, great view, staff accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, staff was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Blackwell was absolutely stunning and beautiful. The room was extremely clean as was the entire hotel. I wish I would have been able to spend more time at the hotel. I will definitely be staying here in the future. ♥️🩶
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean, friendly staff, good breakfast variety
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, smelled good, and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Staff & service
Excellent as usual. Really like the staff personnel. Great attitude.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If your child attends Ohio State or is going to attend, THIS is the place to stay. It’s literally right on campus. The rooms are tidy and the restaurant is decent. It’s quiet and beyond convenient. No reason to stay anywhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
clean room, good coffee in the restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was professional, room was impeccable and location was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice room. Local location near everything.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026