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Aloft Columbus University District

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Ohio Stadium

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Property amenity
Indoor pool
Lobby
Exterior
View from property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is £104
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept

Room options

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 360 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 275 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 360 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for aloft, Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 275 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
1295 OLENTANGY RIVER RD, Columbus, OH, 43212

What's nearby

  • Schottenstein Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Nationwide Arena - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Ohio Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Ohio State University - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min walk
  • McDonald's
  • ‪GetGo - ‬7 min walk
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Aloft Columbus University District

Hotel near Ohio Stadium
Located close to Ohio State University and Schottenstein Center, Aloft Columbus University District provides a bar, a gym and a business centre. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Self-service breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and a water dispenser
  • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall and coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 164 individually furnished rooms have thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and free cots/infant beds
  • Hydromassage showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, Hulu and streaming services
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and premium channels

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend self-serve breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • W XYZ Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 18 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for self-service breakfast: approximately USD 5.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit card or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Aloft Columbus
Aloft Columbus University District Hotel
Aloft Columbus University District Columbus
Aloft Columbus University District Hotel Columbus
Aloft Columbus University District a Marriott Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Aloft Columbus University District have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Aloft Columbus University District?

As of 16 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aloft Columbus University District on 2 Sept 2025 start from £103.61, including 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.

Is Aloft Columbus University District pet-friendly?

Yes, Aloft Columbus University District allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 18 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Aloft Columbus University District?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aloft Columbus University District?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Aloft Columbus University District?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Aloft Columbus University District located?

Located in Grandview Heights, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Ohio Stadium, Ohio State University and Schottenstein Center. Greater Columbus Convention Center and Nationwide Arena are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Aloft Columbus University District Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 526 out of 835 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 167 out of 835 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 835 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 835 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 835 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool place thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with good vibes
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Amenities
Loved this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Very well kept modern hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although I was a little confused looking for the lobby because is it is really on the second floor, I had a wonderful stay. The place was really clean and smelled great. They are really pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here several times during our daughter’s college at OSU. Never a bad experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley E.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Very clean and modern. Lots of great amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Branden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet nice neat clean friendly staff onsite security and free parking
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Clean, friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tahjane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Oh, I love the place. It was very up-to-date. Aesthetically pleasing only thing is you can hear the people above you walking other than that. It’s a great location at the restaurant. That’s really good across the street. Me and my best friend is definitely booking again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great staff and cool hotel - enjoyed stay - went to columbus for a wedding !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Abdirahman

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
extremely rude staff and dirty facility.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I liked the hotel. It was clean and the staff were nice and helpful. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie

Liked: Amenities
The room was very big and roomy and clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice up to date hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds and close uber to everything! Very clean and updated
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very attentive to my needs. They were friendly and courtious.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking. Convenient location. On site bar
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and clean space. Very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness
Just amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025