ALOFT BY MARRIOTT COLUMBUS UNIVERSITY DISTRICT, Columbus

The hotel sits on Olentangy River Drive, placing it between downtown Columbus and the Ohio State University campus. Ohio Stadium is a 2 km walk, ideal for game days. The James Cancer Hospital and Ohio State Medical College are within a 6-minute drive. Italian Village is 3 km away, and the Ohio Theater is 5 km. Multiple restaurants like Columbus Fish Market, Pizza Cucinova, and Bob Evans are within a 0.5 km walk. Free on-site parking is available, though the lot can fill up when the neighboring restaurant is busy. Security patrols the parking area. Public transit via nearby tram provides access to the city center.

Rooms are designed in a modern, minimalist style that feels spacious. Bed options include king, double, and quadruple configurations, with comfortable mattresses. Each room features air conditioning, a coffee machine, a refrigerator, a TV with streaming services, a hairdryer, and free toiletries. Some rooms have a safe deposit box and heating. Soundproofing is limited; noise from adjacent rooms, hallways, and nearby train tracks can be an issue. Light sleepers may need earplugs. Upper-floor rooms facing away from the road are generally quieter. Bathrooms vary: some have a walk-in shower, and accessible rooms have a shower that may flood the bathroom. Open shelving is limited, so guests may want to bring a small caddy for toiletries. The small banquette-style seating is less comfortable for lounging. Housekeeping visits can be early; the in-room phone and Wi-Fi may be unreliable.

The WXYZ Bar is open seven days a week and serves a full menu of food and drinks, including pizza and wings, plus a selection of wine and champagne. The adjacent outdoor patio with fire pits is popular for socializing. Breakfast is available for purchase daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM, offering a single-item selection per person-this may not be sufficient for a full morning meal. There is no complimentary breakfast. For more variety, several restaurants are within a 5-minute walk: Columbus Fish Market, Pizza Cucinova, Bob Evans, Coco's Grill, and Tim Hortons.

The indoor swimming pool is open daily from 7 AM to 10 PM. The fitness center is available for guests. Leisure options include free billiards, free live music and sports events, and happy hour (at an additional charge). The lobby area features board games, a shared lounge/TV area, and an outdoor terrace with a sun terrace and fire pits. The social atmosphere is designed for both relaxation and entertainment.

Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas, though connectivity in rooms can be inconsistent. The 24-hour front desk can assist with car hire and luggage storage. A business center and meeting/banquet facilities are available for work needs. Dry cleaning is offered for an additional charge. The hotel is pet-friendly with pet bowls and baskets provided (pet fee applies). There are two complimentary electric vehicle charging stations in the covered parking area. On-site security patrols the parking lot. Accepted payment methods include American Express, Visa, JCB, Discover, and MasterCard. Note that the elevator requires a room key to operate.