Columbus, Ohio, is home to Ohio State University and its popular arena the Jerome Schottenstein Center, nicknamed The Schott. The arena is home to the OSU Buckeyes basketball and hockey teams. In addition to hosting sporting events, the arena serves as a concert hall. Many famous musicians have performed at the Schott, including Bob Dylan, Prince and Justin Timberlake. In 2002, the venue was the site of the "Jeopardy!" College Championship. The venue can fit between 17,000 people for hockey and 20,000 for concerts. If you're traveling to Columbus, hotels are available near the arena.
The Blackwell is the only hotel on the Ohio State University campus. It has more than 150 rooms. The hotel features a fine-dining restaurant and conference space. Each room at the Blackwell features wireless Internet, a 37-inch flat-screen HDTV, a mini bar area with coffee and a coffeemaker. Additionally, all suites come with DVD players. The hotel often fills up around the dates of football and basketball games, so it is best to book far in advance.
The Blackwell
2110 Tuttle Park Place
Columbus, OH 43210
614-247-4000
theblackwell.com
This Red Roof Inn is within walking distance of the college campus and the Schottenstein Center. It is also five minutes from downtown Columbus. Rooms feature wireless internet, microwaves and mini-fridges. The televisions in each room are connected to On Command Video, which offers guests pay-per-view premium channels, movies, music and games. Additionally, children younger than 17 and pets stay for free. The hotel also provides portable cribs and free coffee.
Red Roof Inn Columbus The Ohio State University
441 Ackerman Road
Columbus, OH 43202
614-267-9941
redroof.com
This hotel is only half a mile from the OSU campus. Its features include 240 rooms, a ballroom, a fitness center and an outdoor pool. It is also a conference center with four conference suites. The hotel provides a complimentary breakfast buffet daily. Each room includes wireless internet, a coffeemaker, hairdryer, and an iron and ironing board.
University Plaza Hotel and Conference Center
3110 Olentangy River Road
Columbus, OH 43202
614-267-7461
universityplazaosu.com
