Apartment Just Outside Downtown
Guest rating: 4.5 / 5
Overview
This is a 600 sq ft modern one-bedroom apartment located just across the Olentangy River from downtown Columbus, Ohio, offering a residential, hotel-style building experience rather than a traditional hotel. The open floorplan and large windows give the space plenty of natural light, and it's positioned to give guests downtown proximity without downtown noise and congestion.
Unit & Comfort
The apartment includes a king-sized bed and an extra-large, rearrangeable sectional couch, making it comfortable for a couple or a small group. Guests have noted the unit shows some wear from repeated use, and the shower and bed firmness have come up as minor quirks, though the space is generally kept clean between stays.
Kitchen & In-Unit Amenities
The full kitchen comes equipped with a microwave, oven/stove, cookware, plates, bowls, utensils, and a Keurig coffee maker, allowing guests to prepare their own meals. In-unit laundry (washer) and an ironing board are also provided, along with air conditioning, heating, cable TV, and free Wi-Fi.
Building Amenities
As a hotel-style apartment building, the property includes an elevator and an on-site fitness center for guest use. Free garage parking is included for one vehicle, with paid parking available for additional cars, and the building is smoke-free throughout.
Location & Surroundings
The apartment sits within easy walking distance of five different bus stops, the closest just 55 meters away, making it simple to reach downtown Columbus and surrounding neighborhoods without a car. The area is known for nearby bars, restaurants, retail, community events, and concerts, and John Glenn Columbus International Airport is about 11 kilometers away.
Best for
This apartment is best suited to couples or small groups who want a quiet, residential base with easy access to downtown Columbus's dining, entertainment, and events. The in-unit kitchen, washer, and extra-large couch also make it a good fit for guests staying multiple nights or attending local festivals and needing to do laundry or cook rather than eat out every meal.
Travel tips
The closest bus stop is only about 55 meters from the apartment, so guests without a car can rely on public transit to reach downtown Columbus and beyond. Check-in involves a multi-step process due to the building's design, with the key and parking pass left inside the apartment, so plan a little extra time when arriving with luggage. Free garage parking covers one vehicle; anyone bringing a second car should budget for the daily parking fee.
What guests say
Guests consistently praised the cleanliness, clear host communication, quiet atmosphere, and the safe, convenient location just outside downtown. Several noted the practical value of having an in-unit washer and dryer, especially when attending local events. On the downside, some guests found the check-in process cumbersome due to the building's layout, mentioned signs of wear from frequent use, and pointed out small maintenance issues like a stiff shower knob, less-than-fully-dried towels, and a firmer-than-expected mattress.
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