Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area

Hotel with 24-hour fitness, near Ohio State University

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Located near Ohio State University, Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area offers a warm welcome with free self-serve breakfast, a cozy fireplace in the lobby, and an inviting 24-hour gym. With high-speed WiFi and helpful staff by your side, you can also enjoy the swimming pool or relax with newspapers in the lobby.
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Computer station
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
$105 nightly
$123 total
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 7 of 7 rooms
Combined shower/tub, towels
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Combined shower/tub, towels

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator

Exceptional
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Bathroom shower
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

King, Refrigerator

Exceptional
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, towels
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Combined shower/tub, towels
Combined shower/tub, towels

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator

Exceptional
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Combined shower/tub, towels
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Studio, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Wet Bar) | In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Exceptional
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, towels
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Excellent
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Combined shower/tub, towels
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Combined shower/tub, towels

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

Exceptional
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
3160 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH, 43202

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • McConnell Heart Hospital at Riverside - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Whetstone Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Schottenstein Center - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Skyline Chili - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area

When you stay at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Ohio State University and Ohio Stadium. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and self-serve breakfast daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Also, Historic Crew Stadium and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 152 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

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

Children

    • Up to 3 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

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

Parking

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

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

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

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry service
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 2014
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LCD TV
  • Premium TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 75.00 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Frequently asked questions

Does Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area 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.

Are pets allowed at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 75.00 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Hollywood Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.

What's the area around Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area like?

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area is in Oletangy West, a short 15-minute walk from Ohio State University.

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Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, well-stocked, and had many options. (62 reviews)
  • The fitness center was well-maintained and epic, with many guests praising its cleanliness and quality. (6 reviews)
  • The property's dining area was clean and the staff was great and very attentive. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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10/10 Exceptional

It was in a great location, very clean comfortable and nice decorated rooms.
Antonio, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location. Very comfortable beds and nice room.
Belinda, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cleanliness of hotel, helpful and friendly staff
Wendy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room. Breakfast wash fresh and ready on time
Andy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room & friendly staff. Perfect location for what we were looking for!
Caryn, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

room was very clean. Very nice stay.
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms clean and comfortable. Pleasantly surprised to see that breakfast was included during our stay and there were plenty of options to choose from. I would stay here again for sure
Jeff, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

great
Matthew, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was good, but the pull out couch needed an extra bed roll or much better mattress.
Brent, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Tyler was great (needs a new shirt tho). A shuttle to the Schotenstein Center would be a great idea, would even pay for it!
Tami, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very friendly, hotel was clean and comfy!
Brandy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, staff
Amanda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I enjoyed my stay while spending time in Ohio. Thank you for helping make my graduation day perfect.
Divinia, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Our room was clean and the staff was friendly.
Laura, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We were very pleased with our stay. The hotel was very comfortable. We enjoyed the hot breakfast. We would definitely stay here again!
margaret, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room and public areas
david, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in and clean rooms. Close to the Ohio convention center.
Michelle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great room and good breakfast. Indoor pool was a plus.
Priscilla, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel and rooms were very clean and our stay was very nice.
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast, staff, and room was excellent! Close to Ohio State University!
Laura, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location, clean, friendly staff
Mike, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place to stay
Susan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were very nice and clean.
Denita, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location Nice Rooms Great Breakfasts!
Roberta, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Always stay at this hotel when in Columbus. Close to campus.
Angela, 1-night trip