The Dakota (B)- King Bed- Hot Tub- Near OSU
Guest rating: 4.8 / 5
The Dakota (B) is a renovated first-floor flat in a 1940s red-brick building with four one-story apartments, positioned near Grandview Ave and close to OSU and downtown Columbus. The unit is described as bright and sunny with large windows, a spacious open floor plan, and refinished original hardwood floors. In-room conveniences include a full kitchen with stainless appliances, oak countertops, a glass-tile backsplash, and a breakfast bar, plus complimentary Keurig coffee. Guests also have access to shared building amenities including basement laundry and a shared printer. Outdoors, the property offers a fenced backyard with furniture, a grill, and a shared hot tub. Dining and nightlife are highly walkable/nearby, with options like Press Pub On 5th (about 236 m), Trattoria Roma (about 371 m), Bonifacio (about 356 m), and Local Cantina Grandview (about 422 m).
Best for
Best suited to couples, solo travelers, and OSU visitors who want an upgraded apartment-style stay with a luxury king bed, a full kitchen, and access to a shared hot tub. It’s also a strong fit for guests planning to explore Grandview’s restaurants and bars on foot and for game-day trips, with Ohio Stadium/The Horseshoe noted as about 7 minutes away.
Travel tips
For car-free trips, multiple bus stops are close by, including Grandview Ave & King Ave (about 109 m) and W 5th Ave & Grandview Ave (about 215 m). If driving, the property offers private off-street parking in a rear lot plus free on-street parking out front. John Glenn Columbus International Airport is roughly 13.1 km away, making it a straightforward ride-share or drive.
What guests say
No review excerpts were provided, so specific recurring themes mentioned by guests (such as cleanliness, noise, comfort, or host responsiveness) cannot be summarized from text. The property’s public rating is high at 4.79 based on 98 reviews, indicating strong overall guest satisfaction. Documented stay highlights include the renovated interior, bright open layout, king bed, well-equipped kitchen, and shared hot tub/backyard setup. Any commonly reported drawbacks or negatives are not available from the provided material.
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