With a stay at Red Roof Inn Columbus - Ohio State Fairgrounds, you'll be centrally located in Columbus, within a 10-minute drive of Polaris Fashion Place and Historic Crew Stadium. .This hotel is 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Ohio Stadium and 8 mi (12.9 km) from Ohio State University.
What's nearby
Anheuser-Busch Brewery - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
Ohio State University - 11 min drive - 8.6 miles
Ohio Stadium - 13 min drive - 8.6 miles
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium - 14 min drive - 14.1 miles
Greater Columbus Convention Center - 15 min drive - 10.9 miles
Getting around
John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Sequoia Pro Bowl - 3 min drive
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 2 min walk
McDonald's - 15 min walk
Super Seafood Buffet - 13 min walk
Bob Evans - 14 min walk
About this property
Red Roof Inn Columbus - Ohio State Fairgrounds
Red Roof Inn Columbus - Ohio State Fairgrounds offers 83 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Premium cable television is provided. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.
This Columbus hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 83 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area. This hotel also features discounted use of a nearby fitness facility and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, coffee/tea in a common area, and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
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 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
This property allows guests 18 or over to check in with valid military ID.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
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
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
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
This property does not have elevators
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
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 1008 reviews
10 - Excellent
168
Rating 8 - Good. 145 out of 1008 reviews
8 - Good
145
Rating 6 - Okay. 185 out of 1008 reviews
6 - Okay
185
Rating 4 - Poor. 188 out of 1008 reviews
4 - Poor
188
Rating 2 - Terrible. 322 out of 1008 reviews
2 - Terrible
322
5.4/10
Cleanliness
6.2/10
Staff & service
4.6/10
Amenities
5.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
James Darren
Mar 10, 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
2/10 Terrible
Timothy
Feb 20, 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.
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
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