Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU

2.5 star property

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Upgraded Bedding & Snack, Smoke Free) | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Smoke Free) | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Combined shower/bathtub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Coffee and/or coffee maker
Exterior

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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441 Ackerman Road, SR-315 At Ackerman Road, Columbus, OH, 43202
  • Place, Ohio State University
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Schottenstein Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Ohio Stadium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Smoke Free)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(70 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Smoke Free)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(67 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Smoke Free)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU

This hotel features coffee/tea in a common area, a 24-hour front desk and express check-out. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a front desk safe, ATM/banking services and a vending machine are on-site. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU offers 115 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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 telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Ohio State University. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, an ATM and a vending machine
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the helpful staff
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Ohio State University and Schottenstein Center
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
As a guest of Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU, you'll find a vending machine, coffee/tea in 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. A complete renovation of Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU was completed in October 2025.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Columbus hotel.


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 transport

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (weekly)

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 bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - October 2025

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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
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: 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 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 USD105 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

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
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
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

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

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

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 326 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 190 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 125 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 135 out of 1014 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Andy

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose, Columbus

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cedrick, GATINEAU

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was hot but everything else was great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Got the job done. Cost effective and clean
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dwight

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, safe and convenient location. Air conditioning worked fine and parking was easy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Struggled to find parking and there was no hot water in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Tasha

I did not have a good experience in this hotel. I typically stay here when i visit Columbus because of the centralized location and
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jose

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very bad service terrible never again
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t like the small room and people walking by the window…
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

shakeira

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was courteous, room was clean and quiet and bed was really comfortable!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiang

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was small with king bed. No fridge or microwave.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Bob

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tv didn’t work and bed squeezed every time you moved. Loudly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Johanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean. There was tape on the door stop in the bathroom that was not removed after painting. Not a problem just noticed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEANINE

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025