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University District stay
You'll be steps from Ohio State University and within a 10-minute walk of Ohio Stadium with a stay at this University District hotel. Also, Schottenstein Center is within half a mile (1 km) and Chadwick Arboretum & Learning Gardens is within 2 miles (3 km).
Free area shuttle
This hotel features a restaurant, a gym, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, free WiFi in public areas, and valet parking. A free area shuttle is offered as well.
Aug 21, 2023 by Jarrod Moyer
We thank you for staying with us at the Blackwell Inn and for taking the time to respond to our survey. We strive to provide the highest quality service to all of our guests, which we would not be able to do without you.Our staff makes sincere hospitality their priority; I’m glad you enjoyed our friendly associates and amenities. Reflections like yours allow us to monitor and improve our guest experience. Thank you for your time in reviewing your stay, and we hope to host you again soon the next time you are in Columbus.
Jul 27, 2023 by Jarrod Moyer
We thank you for staying with us at the Blackwell Inn and for taking the time to respond to our survey. We strive to provide the highest quality service to all of our guests, which we would not be able to do without you.Our staff makes sincere hospitality their priority; I’m glad you enjoyed our friendly associates and amenities. Reflections like yours allow us to monitor and improve our guest experience. Thank you for your time in reviewing your stay, and we hope to host you again soon the next time you are in Columbus.
Jun 30, 2023 by Jarrod Moyer
Thank you for staying with us and taking the time to complete our survey! We're happy to hear from you and glad you enjoyed our hotel. We appreciate you choosing to stay with us while visiting the area. I'm pleased to hear we were well suited for your travel needs; and thank you for recognizing our amazing team. We value your feedback and hope to see you again soon.
Jun 14, 2023 by Jarrod Moyer
We thank you for staying with us at the Blackwell Inn and for taking the time to respond to our survey. We strive to provide the highest quality service to all of our guests, which we would not be able to do without you.Our staff makes sincere hospitality their priority; I’m glad you enjoyed our friendly associates and amenities. Reflections like yours allow us to monitor and improve our guest experience. Thank you for your time in reviewing your stay, and we hope to host you again soon the next time you are in Columbus.
Jun 4, 2023 by Jarrod Moyer
We thank you for staying with us at the Blackwell Inn and for taking the time to respond to our survey. We strive to provide the highest quality service to all of our guests, which we would not be able to do without you.Our staff makes sincere hospitality their priority; I’m glad you enjoyed our friendly associates and amenities. Reflections like yours allow us to monitor and improve our guest experience. Thank you for your time in reviewing your stay, and we hope to host you again soon the next time you are in Columbus.
May 13, 2023 by Jarrod Moyer
We thank you for staying with us at the Blackwell Inn and for taking the time to respond to our survey. We strive to provide the highest quality service to all of our guests, which we would not be able to do without you.Our staff makes sincere hospitality their priority; I’m glad you enjoyed our friendly associates and amenities. Reflections like yours allow us to monitor and improve our guest experience. Thank you for your time in reviewing your stay, and we hope to host you again soon the next time you are in Columbus.
Apr 18, 2023 by Jarrod
Thank you for staying with us and taking the time to complete our survey! We're happy to hear from you and glad you enjoyed our hotel. We appreciate you choosing to stay with us while visiting the area. I'm pleased to hear we were well suited for your travel needs; and thank you for recognizing our amazing team. We value your feedback and hope to see you again soon.
Mar 25, 2023 by Jarrod
We thank you for staying with us at the Blackwell Inn and for taking the time to respond to our survey. We strive to provide the highest quality service to all of our guests, which we would not be able to do without you.Our staff makes sincere hospitality their priority; I’m glad you enjoyed our friendly associates and amenities. Reflections like yours allow us to monitor and improve our guest experience. Thank you for your time in reviewing your stay, and we hope to host you again soon the next time you are in Columbus.
Jun 4, 2023 by Jarrod Moyer
We thank you for staying with us at the Blackwell Inn and for taking the time to respond to our survey. We strive to provide the highest quality service to all of our guests, which we would not be able to do without you.Our staff makes sincere hospitality their priority; I’m glad you enjoyed our friendly associates and amenities. Reflections like yours allow us to monitor and improve our guest experience. Thank you for your time in reviewing your stay, and we hope to host you again soon the next time you are in Columbus.
The property will be renovating from March 20 2023 to September 30 2023 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and meeting rooms are available. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 15375 square feet (1428 square meters) and includes a conference center. A fitness center, spa services, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center. A free area shuttle within 3 miles is available. Parking is available for a fee. This 4-star Columbus hotel is smoke free.
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet
Self parking (surcharge) , Valet parking (surcharge) , RV, bus, truck parking (surcharge)
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center offers 151 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 49-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided on request.
For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to noon.
2110 - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Special check-in instructions:
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted.
For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. The property is cleaned and disinfected using an electrostatic sprayer; disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available. Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast. Enhanced food service safety measures are in place. Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings. This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA).
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.