Royal Inn Motel

2330 Westbelt Dr, Columbus, OH 43228, New California, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.4 / 5

Overview

Royal Inn Motel is a 2-star budget motel located at 2330 Westbelt Dr in the Westbelt area of Columbus, Ohio. It holds a public rating of 3.4 from 83 reviews, reflecting a no-frills property that guests often describe as a solid value option rather than a full-service hotel. It operates as an independent motel rather than a large chain property with extensive amenities.

Rooms

Guest feedback points to rooms that are generally clean and quiet, with some noted as larger than expected for the price point. Rooms include a fridge and microwave, useful for self-catering travelers, though on-site breakfast and coffee service are limited -- one review noted only a single styrofoam cup provided rather than a full coffee setup. A few reviewers mentioned lingering odors of cigarette or marijuana smoke in some rooms, suggesting room quality can vary.

Dining

The motel does not appear to offer an on-site restaurant or full breakfast service. However, a Waffle House is located directly across the parking lot, giving guests an easy walkable option for meals at any hour.

Location & Surroundings

The motel sits within a short drive of Quarry Trails Metro Park, just under 3 km away, making it convenient for outdoor recreation. It is also within roughly 10-17 km of many of Columbus's major attractions, including COSI, the Columbus Museum of Art, Franklin Park Conservatory, the Ohio Statehouse, North Market Downtown, the Wexner Center for the Arts, Goodale Park, Columbus Park of Roses, and Zoombezi Bay, putting a wide range of museums, parks, and family attractions within reasonable driving distance.

Best for

Royal Inn Motel suits budget-conscious travelers and road-trippers who want a clean, quiet place to sleep without paying for extras, particularly those planning day trips to Columbus's downtown museums, parks, and family attractions. It's also a practical option for those who value having a fridge, microwave, and an adjacent 24-hour diner (Waffle House) over on-site amenities like a restaurant or full breakfast.

Travel tips

Since the motel is several miles from downtown Columbus attractions like the Ohio Statehouse, COSI, and North Market (roughly 10-12 km away), having a car is advisable for sightseeing. Quarry Trails Metro Park is the closest attraction at under 3 km, making it a convenient option for a quick outdoor outing. Guests planning to want coffee or breakfast on-site should note the limited in-room coffee service and consider using the Waffle House located right across the parking lot instead.

What guests say

Guests frequently praise the friendly, welcoming front desk staff and describe rooms as clean, quiet, and reasonably spacious for a budget property. Several reviewers highlight the motel as a good money-saving alternative to pricier hotels, noting rooms are well-maintained and in good repair. On the negative side, a few guests reported rooms with lingering odors of cigarette or marijuana smoke, and coffee service was noted as minimal, with only a single disposable cup provided rather than a proper coffee setup or breakfast option.

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