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Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Ohio State University

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Exterior
Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Combined shower/tub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Smoke Free) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Smoke Free) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
441 Ackerman Road, SR-315 At Ackerman Road, Columbus, OH, 43202
  • Ohio State University
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Schottenstein Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Ohio Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Columbus, OH (OSU-Ohio State University)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Smoke Free)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Smoke Free) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Smoke Free)

  • 216 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Smoke Free) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Smoke Free)

  • 216 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Smoke Free) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Smoke Free)

  • 216 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Smoke Free) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Smoke Free)

  • 216 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Upgraded Bedding & Snack, Smoke Free) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Upgraded Bedding & Snack, Smoke Free)

  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Upgraded Bedding & Snack, Smoke Free)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Upgraded Bedding & Snack, Smoke Free)

  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds (Upgraded Bedding & Snack, Smoke Free)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds (Upgraded Bedding & Snack, Smoke Free)

  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Columbus

Oletangy West stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Oletangy West hotel, you'll find Ohio State University and Schottenstein Center. Ohio Stadium and Bill Davis Stadium are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University - 8 min walk
  • Schottenstein Center - 14 min walk
  • Ohio Stadium - 3 min drive
  • Historic Crew Stadium - 4 min drive
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hounddog's Three Degree Pizza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU

Hotel near Ohio State University in Columbus
As a guest of Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU, you'll find a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU also features a front-desk safe and an ATM. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Columbus hotel.

  • 113 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU offers 113 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Columbus hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Safe

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: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
  • 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)
  • In-room safe fee: USD 3.53 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Pets must be declared at check-in. Guests bringing 1 pet will not be charged pet fees. The listed pet fee in the Fees section applies only if guests bring 2 or more pets. Pets must be leashed in public areas of the property. Guests are expected to clean up after their pet.

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Red Roof Inn
Red Roof Inn Columbus Ohio State University
Red Roof Inn Hotel Columbus Ohio State University
Red Roof PLUS Columbus Ohio State University Motel
Red Roof PLUS Ohio State University Motel
Red Roof Inn PLUS Columbus Ohio State University Motel
Red Roof Inn PLUS State Motel
Red Roof Inn PLUS State

Frequently asked questions

How close is Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU to the airport?

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU is 10.6 mi (13-min drive) away from the John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU?

As of Feb 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU on Mar 3, 2025 start from $64.8, 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.

Does Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU.

How close is Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU to the beach?

This hotel is 16 mi (23-min drive) from Alum Creek Beach.

Does Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU offer free breakfast?

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Hollywood Casino (14-min drive) and Scioto Downs (18-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU have a pool?

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU does not have a pool.

Does Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU to downtown Columbus?

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU is 4.1 mi away from Columbus.

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 281 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 193 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 135 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 146 out of 1003 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Brandi

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Not the nicest hotel but it served my purpose. It was an easy 30 min walk to the OSU stadium and there were a few food choices right across the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The hotel is in a great location but is in pretty rough shape
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kayleena

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good for the price.
Staff was very friendly. Room did smell of smoke, and some of the lights didn't work.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Connie

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very nice property, the mattresses needs upgrading very badly they are over 10 years old mattresses
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
It was within walking distance to OSU
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Darrell

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It all was decent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rick

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safety clean convient location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dirty!! Would never stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Carol

Traveled with family
I prepaid for the room, but was required to pay a $50 security deposit upon check-in. It was insulting, not previously disclosed, and still has not been refunded.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Suitable-Upcharged?
This was our second time staying here. Disappointed that it cost $60.00 more than booking price online. I realize that fee and taxes are added but that was too much. Otherwise it was suitable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Solid place for the price and location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Mary Jo

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
-I got charged a $50 deposit for booking with Travelocity. -Parking area small and not ver well lit -too is small and cramped
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

shaon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Liked location and parking. Didn't like missing tissues and small coffees.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Whitney

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Overall satisfied with my stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Janelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Walking distance to OSU. Front desk was nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

brenda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean, safe and comfortable stay. would definitely book again

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
It was fine.
It was not clean. Bed was fine but rags and towels for showering were not clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Brendan, Colorado Springs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was close to Ohio Stadium
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly service! It was a great value!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Caroline

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Front desk was very nice and helpful. Rooms were small, and also the only motel I've ever stayed at that didn't have a microwave or mini fridge. Location was very convenient, walking distance from Scottenstein center and a Sunoco multiple food establishments neighboring the building.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Joseph, Morrow

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
OK for a guy / friend stay if you are going to a game maybe. Not modern, comfortable or any amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

mike

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024