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University Plaza Hotel and Conference Center

2.0 of 5
3110 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH 43202
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Athens, Ohio
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 10, 2013 via mobile

This is what I would call an older hotel. I can say so far there have been no surprises. For what we use hotels for, sleep, shower, and leave. My wife and I have used this place in the last 4 years for stays in Columbus, and it serves our needs well. The price is very attractive, service is pleasant... More

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Spyros T, General Manager at University Plaza Hotel and Conference Center, responded to this review
June 14, 2013

Thank you for the kind words. We appreciate having you as guest at our hotel. I will be sure to share your comments with our hard working staff. See you soon! More

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2013

Our youth softball team was in town for a tournament, and there is nothing better than everyone staying together and being able to bond at the hotel when you're not playing. To start, not all of group rooms were together as requested. My first request when booking was asking for a hotel with a pool, it is more like an... More

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Spyros T, General Manager at University Plaza Hotel and Conference Center, responded to this review
June 14, 2013

The Comments made regarding our pool are false. Our pool will be closed for the season due to needed mechanical and structural repairs. Our guest asked for rooms close together but that is not a guarantee on a high occupancy night. Also our bar and restaurant are closed for service and guests are informed at check-in. Alternative options are offered.... More

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Bowerston, Ohio
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 1, 2013

In years past I have stayed at hotels in the area for access to the medical facilities in the area - great location, and this hotel at that time was among my favorites, however, this time I was sadly disappointed in the upkeep and cleanliness. The first room to which I was assigned was extremely dirty and the air conditioner... More

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Spyros T, General Manager at University Plaza Hotel and Conference Center, responded to this review
June 4, 2013

I am sorry to hear about your experience regarding your stay with us. It is true that we are an older property but we pride ourselves in having clean and comfortable rooms. If you can take a minute of your busy schedule I would appreciate a call from you so I can discuss further. More important I do want to... More

Ohio
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013

My husband and I have stayed at this property two times. Our last stay was May 19, 2013.We stateside prior to surgery for my husband. We had a hospital price. Pur room was clean,quiet and o c.f. overlooked the courtyard. The staff was courteous and helpful. I would recommend staying here. There is a nice breakfast buffet included .

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Spyros T, General Manager at University Plaza Hotel and Conference Center, responded to this review
May 28, 2013

Thank you for your kind words. I will be sure to share them with our staff. We appreciate your business and would be honored to have you stay with us again on your next visit to Columbus, Ohio. Do not hesitate to ask for the same room or the same side of the hotel when you check in again. We... More

Pine Hall
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

I have stayed at this hotel twice already. So I decided to stay there again. I have booked this room approx. a month ago. I checked the rates yesterday, they were approx. $200 LESS than they were when I booked the room initally. (Special event rates). I was told by TM that since I had booked and paid already, that... More

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Spyros T, General Manager at University Plaza Hotel and Conference Center, responded to this review
May 6, 2013

Hello dear future guest, I would like you to call me at my direct line so I can take care of your issue in regards to the rate you have. I cannot identify your reservation with the information I have from your Tripadvisor comments. If you would be so kind to call the hotel and ask for my extension and... More

Missouri
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26 reviews 26 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

My husband, daughter and I drove up to visit the OSU campus. My husband booked the hotel (which made me nervous!) and when I looked it up on trip advisor, I was a little concerned. BUT, it ended up being everything we needed! It's very conveniently located to the campus. We had a room with 2 double beds and it... More

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Spyros T, General Manager at University Plaza Hotel and Conference Center, responded to this review
March 16, 2013

Thank you for choosing our property while visiting the OSU Campus. We are pleased to hear your positive comments. I will be sure to share with our hard working staff. We are happy to hear you enjoyed breakfast; it is a great value to all our guests; and the right way to start your day. We are looking forward to... More

Manning, SC
Top Contributor
59 reviews 59 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2013

I was here for a conference at OSU. I was a little worried after reading some of the other reviews and was expecting pretty bad things. I was pleasantly surprised. The lobby and public areas were very nice and well arranged. There were conversation areas, a nice fire and overstuffed chairs. The staff are apparently OSU students in the Hospitality... More

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Spyros T, General Manager at University Plaza Hotel and Conference Center, responded to this review
February 26, 2013

Thank you for the kind words you shared. Our staff works hard to be accommodating to all our guests needs. I will be sure to share your comments with them. We will also continue to improve thanks to the constructive comments you shared with us and for those, we thank you. We are looking forward to see you back soon. More

West Chester, Ohio
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2013

My son visited OSU for a grad school open house the past 2 days. The department put him up at the University Plaza. He just called us to say his room had bedbugs. He's on his way back to Purdue, so we're researching ways to avoid getting them in his apartment. I did just want to give others a heads-up... More

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Spyros T, General Manager at University Plaza Hotel and Conference Center, responded to this review
February 11, 2013

Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Our Pest Control Company has already treated this room and will not be placed back in service until the room is released by the Pest Control Company. Bed bugs is a world-wide concern to all of the hospitality industry and our hotel policy addresses this by immediate treatment of the room in... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed November 25, 2012 via mobile

I dont recommend anyone to stay here. We had the "do not disturb" sign on the door while we were at the OSU game and $400 went missing and she cleaned the room, kind of. the money was in a suitcase, in a wallet. She gave us clean towels and half made the beds. The manager was impossible to get... More

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Spyros T, General Manager at University Plaza Hotel and Conference Center, responded to this review
February 11, 2013

Thank you for bringing the incident to my attention. This is still an on-going investigation with our property. You did the right thing to initiate a Police report and we are waiting on the police to contact us in regards to this unfortunate matter. I can be reached at any time by calling the hotel and asking to talk to... More

In Michigan
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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 23, 2012

We were staying in Columbus for a Buckeyes game and didnt want to spend an arm and a leg for a hotel. I cam across the PLAZA and decided to give it a try. I was not dissapointed, the hotel staff was very friendly and curtious. The rooms were nothing special but were clean and bed was comfortable. They have... More

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Spyros T, General Manager at University Plaza Hotel and Conference Center, responded to this review
October 24, 2012

Thank you for the kind words, I will make sure I pass them along to our staff. Hope to see you on the next home game. More

 
 
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Also Known As:
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University Plaza Hotel
University Plaza Hotel And Conference Center Columbus, Ohio
Address: 3110 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH 43202
Region: United States > Ohio > Columbus
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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Ranked #104 of 141 hotels in Columbus
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Hotel Class:2 star (2*)
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