This smoke-free hotel features a fitness centre, coffee/tea in a common area and a 24-hour front desk. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a TV in a common area and a vending machine.
Red Roof Inn Columbus - Ohio State Fairgrounds offers 83 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Premium cable televisions are provided. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.
This Columbus hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness centre.
During your stay at Red Roof Inn Columbus - Ohio State Fairgrounds, you'll be close to Polaris Fashion Place. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a gym.
Free WiFi
Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Amenities include a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area and TV in a common area
On-site recreation includes a gym
10 minutes by car from Ohio State University and 11 minutes from Ohio Stadium
Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Red Roof Inn Columbus - Ohio State Fairgrounds offers its guests a fitness centre, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Red Roof Inn Columbus - Ohio State Fairgrounds also features discounted use of a nearby fitness facility and a television in common area. Free self parking is available.
This Columbus hotel is smoke free.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Gym
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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 registration desk
More
2 floors
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Pillowtop mattress
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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
This property allows guests 18 or over to check in with valid military ID.
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 lb 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Deposit: USD 100 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 USD105 per stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Daily housekeeping is included for stays of 6 nights or less. Limited housekeeping is provided for stays of 7 nights or more.
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 aged 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
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Red Roof Inn Columbus - Ohio State Fairgrounds Reviews
Reviews
5.4
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 170 out of 1003 reviews
10 - Excellent
170
Rating 8 - Good. 144 out of 1003 reviews
8 - Good
144
Rating 6 - Okay. 184 out of 1003 reviews
6 - Okay
184
Rating 4 - Poor. 185 out of 1003 reviews
4 - Poor
185
Rating 2 - Terrible. 320 out of 1003 reviews
2 - Terrible
320
5.4/10
Cleanliness
6.2/10
Staff & service
4.4/10
Amenities
5.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
James Darren
10 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was fantastic. The staff was friendly, the location was convenient, and the price was reasonable.
The absolute STENCH permeating this hotel is atrocious. It smells like vomit and waste - and it is SO bad that it has permeated my luggage on the drive home. I feel physically nauseous.
Further, this location is a hub of nighttime arguments and “making up” afterwards. This was categorically the worst experience I’ve ever had at a hotel. I will never stay at a Red Roof again as long as I live.
Didn't stay. After paying for the room on
Line, they wanted a cash deposit. The lobby was stinky, floors filthy.
Megg
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
Tierra
13 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Room was good. Customer service? Eh
Tierra
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
John
13 Apr 2025
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
An OK motel for a modest price.
John
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Timothy
20 Feb 2026
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff and room were appalling. I waited 30 minutes at front desk to even begin check in before a front desk representative arrived. The room was filthy and the floors never seem to have been cleaned. The shower only spit ot cold water in the morning while trying to prepare myself for work. Dreadful bathroom it was basically falling apart.
The helpful staff and the convenient location to shopping areas and dining options made everything worth the while. The room was comfortable, clean and relaxing as well.
The stay was absolutely amazing. 5 stars, my wife and I enjoyed a comfortable clean room. Plenty of parking, near our destinations we needed to travel to. Late at night while smoking, felt safe. Breakfast is also included in the morning and access to ice and a gym. I would recommend this place
Emanuel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Christopher
22 Dec 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel was smelly from the corridor right into the room, bathroom was old and not maintained. The light wasn’t working, homeless people loitering around the premises. Unfortunately will never recommend nor book this hotel again