Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area

Hotel with 24-hour fitness, near Ohio State University

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

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

$111 nightly

Nov 5 - Nov 6

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Tomorrow

Oct 11 - Oct 12

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 7 of 7 rooms

In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Daily housekeeping

In-room safe

250 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

King, Refrigerator

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Daily housekeeping

In-room safe

250 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Sofa bed - queen

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Daily housekeeping

300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Sofa bed - queen

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

350 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

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

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Daily housekeeping

In-room safe

200 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Daily housekeeping

In-room safe

250 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Daily housekeeping

In-room safe

350 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed

Similar properties

Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant

$114 nightly

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

Pool
Parking available
Free WiFi
Connecting rooms available

$92 nightly

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

3160 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH, 43202

What's nearby

Ohio State University - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Schottenstein Center - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Ohio Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Historic Crew Stadium - 6 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
‪Riverside Hospital Cafeteria - ‬14 min walk
‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬10 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Skyline Chili - ‬6 min walk

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 Schottenstein Center. 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, Ohio Stadium and Historic Crew Stadium are just a 5-minute drive away. 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

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

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.

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

Also known as

University Inn Columbus

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 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.