Hotels

The Blackwell (OSU affiliated)
2110 Tuttle Park Place
Columbus, OH 43210
614/247-4000
866/247-4003 (toll-free)
www.theblackwell.com [new window]
SPECIAL RATES: Request "OSU Recruiter Rate" at the time of booking

• The Blackwell is the University’s upscale hotel and conference center located adjacent to the College of Engineering.
• Featuring 151 guestrooms and 22,000 square feet of state-of-the-art meeting space, wireless Internet available in public areas and all meeting rooms.
• The hotel offers well appointed guestrooms with high-speed Ethernet Internet, two phone lines, and in-room safes in every guestroom. Wireless internet coming soon to guestrooms.
• Guests will enjoy our on-site 24-hour fitness center and on-site restaurant, Bistro 2110, featuring upscale American cuisine and lobby lounge as well as in-room dining service available from 6 a.m. until midnight.
• Airport transportation to and from the hotel is available and runs on a schedule.
• Call hotel direct for more information toll-free at 866-247-4003.

University Plaza Hotel & Conference Center (OSU affiliated)
A proud affiliate of The Ohio State University
3110 Olentangy River Rd
Columbus, OH 43202
614/267-7461
877/677-5292 (toll-free reservations)
e-mail: osuplazareservations@universityplazaosu.com
www.universityplazaosu.com [new window]
SPECIAL RATES: $97 + tax (request "OSU-Recruiter's Rate" at the time of making the reservation)

• Located 1/2 mile north of the OSU campus.
• Transportation to and from OSU campus and Port Columbus Airport (based on availability).
• Full-service hotel offering: restaurant, lounge, business center including complimentary high-speed Internet access, outdoor pool, and professionally appointed guest rooms (in-room hairdryers, iron & ironing board, in-room coffeemakers, data ports, work desk station). Complimentary wireless high-speed Internet in all guest rooms.
• 12,400 square feet of banquet/conference facilities with a renovated ballroom and complimentary wireless high-speed Internet.
• New onsite fitness center available 24 hours a day with key card access.
• Professional catering services available.

Baymont Inns & Suites
3246 Olentangy River Rd
Columbus, OH 43201
614/267-4646
www.baymontosu.com [new window]
SPECIAL RATES: From $59.00 + tax (request the "OSU Recruiter Rate")
Subject to availability - not available on home football weekends

• Complimentary Deluxe Continental breakfast
• Complimentary High-speed Wireless Internet, full cable television
• Business Center, Fitness Center
• Close to El Vaquero, Damon's, Rooster's, and Bob Evans

Drury Inn & Suites - Columbus Convention Center
88 E Nationwide Blvd
Columbus, OH 43215
614/221-7008
800/378-7946 (toll-free reservations)
www.druryhotels.com/properties/columbuscvc.cfm [new window]
SPECIAL RATES: $94.99 + tax (request the "OSU-ECS rate")

• New hotel located in the Arena District and minutes from OSU
• Free HOT breakfast with eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy, waffles and much more
• Free One Hour of Long Distance - every room - every night!
• All guest rooms include free high-speed Internet access, microwave and refrigerator
• Free evening Manager's Reception 7 days/week
• Indoor/outdoor pool and whirlpool
• Secured parking garage within the hotel
• Frequent Traveler Program - earn rewards for your stays

Hampton Inn & Suites
501 N High St
Columbus, OH 43215
614/559-2000
800/426-7866 (toll-free nationwide reservations)
www.hamptoninn.com/hi/columbus-downtown [new window]
SPECIAL RATES: From $98.00 + tax; Suites available at $128.00 + tax; add $10 for 2-4 persons in room. (Request "OSU Rate" when making reservations) Subject to availability - not available on home football weekends.

• Located one mile south of The Ohio State University in the vibrant Arena District
• Walk to restaurants and night life; stroll through art galleries in the Short North Arts District
• All rooms include high-speed Internet, two phones/lines, voicemail, local calls, long distance access, cable TV, coffeemaker, hairdryer, iron/board
• Hotel amenities include meeting rooms, valet parking, indoor pool, sauna and workout room
• Complimentary full breakfast, 6:00 am - 10:00 am
• Within 5 blocks of 127 restaurants & entertainment venues

Hilton Garden Inn® - Columbus-University Area
3232 Olentangy River Rd
Columbus, OH 43202
614/263-7200
www.stayhgi.com [new window]
SPECIAL OSU RATES From - $105.00** Subject to availability - Not available on home football weekends.

• Hotel features 158 guest rooms and 2900 sq. ft. of meeting space
• Full Service Great American Grill® for breakfast, Pavilion Lounge, Evening Room Service, and 24-hour Pavilion Pantry® convenience Mart
• Heated Indoor Pool, workout facility, valet and self-laundry available
• Complimentary 24-hour business center with secure, remote printing; wireless high-speed Internet access in public areas
• Guest rooms include Garden Sleep System™, 32 inch flat panel HD TV's, oversized desk with ergonomic Mirra® chair by Herman Miller; refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker; hair dryer, iron & ironing board, and easy-to-set alarm clock radio with jack for portable music player
• Complimentary high-speed Internet access in all rooms with secure, remote printing to the business center

The Varsity Inn (formerly Cross Country OSU South)
1445 Olentangy River Rd
Columbus, OH 43212
614/291-2983
866-OSU-VARSITY (678-8277)
www.varsityinn.com [new window]
SPECIAL RATES: From $59.00 + tax (request "OSU/Recruiter" rate)
Subject to availability - not available on home football weekends.

• Drive thru check-in, high-speed Internet, full cable TV, coffeemakers
• Heated outdoor pool
• Adjacent to Buckeye Hall of Fame Café & Bob Evans Restaurant

Restaurants

Bistro 2110
2110 Tuttle Park Place
Columbus, OH 43210
614/247-4000
866/247-4003 (toll-free)
www.theblackwell.com/restaurant [new window]
HOURS:
- 7:00 am - 10:00 pm, Sunday - Thursday
- 7:00 am - 11:00 pm, Friday & Saturday

• Restaurant located in the Blackwell, across the street from Engineering Career Services.
• Upscale American cuisine.
• Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner; buffet available for breakfast and lunch.
• Reservations are encouraged.

Courtside Café & Juice 2
RPAC (Recreation & Physical Activities Center)
The Ohio State University
337 W 17th Ave
Columbus, OH 43210
www.diningservices.osu.edu [new window]
Courtside Café HOURS:
- 10:00 am - 10:00 pm, Monday - Sunday
Juice 2 HOURS:
- 5:45 am - 12:00 midnight, Monday - Friday
- 8:00 am - 12:00 midnight, Saturday
- 10:00 am - 12:00 midnight, Sunday

• Conveniently located in RPAC (Recreation & Physical Activities Center) at 337 W 17th Ave
• Fast, fresh & healthful
• Salads, smoothies, fresh-squeezed juice & spa-inspired entrees

Oxley's by the Numbers Café
Shops at Tuttle Park Place
2035 Millikin Mall
Columbus, OH 43210
614/688-8509
www.diningservices.osu.edu [new window]
HOURS:
- 7:00 am - 7:30 pm, Monday - Thursday
- 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, Friday
(closed during breaks; shortened hours summer quarter)

• Restaurant located in the Tuttle Park Place Parking Garage, near Engineering Career Services.
• Serving freshly-baked breakfast items, made-to-order sandwiches, salads, fresh-baked pizzas, soup and more!
• Oxley's express side features hand-dipped ice cream, fruit smoothies, and a variety of specialty espresso beverages, including the Buckeye Mocha!
• Stop in for a cup of coffee, a snack, or a meal!!

Varsity Club
278 West Lane Ave
Columbus, OH 43201
614/299-6269
614/291-0786 (fax)
614/291-5029 (Call for carry out orders)
http://theoriginalvarsityclub.com [new window]

• Dine in or carry out.
• Private party rooms available with seating capacity up to 174 people.
• Room includes 27 tables and booths.
• American cuisine includes burgers, subs, sandwiches, pizza and salads.

The ViewPoint
Located inside the Drake Performance & Event Center
The Ohio State University
1849 Cannon Dr
Columbus, OH 43210
614/247-7873
www.viewpointbistro.com [new window]
HOURS while school is in session [new window] :
- Lunch: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, Monday - Friday
- Dinner: 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (Dinner hours are by reservation only.)

• A unique restaurant operated by The Ohio State University Hospitality Management students
• Student staff present weekly themes, featuring special menu items (available for a limited time!) and restaurant décor
• Easy walk from Engineering Career Services past the OSU stadium
• Great recruiting tool to show off a successful student program
• Beautiful view through floor to ceiling windows of the Olentangy River and the OSU stadium
• Cash, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover Card, 100W, University Procurement Cards, Meal Plan, BuckID, and checks accepted
• Check out the latest menus at ViewPoint menus [new window]
• Reservations and Catering: 614/247-7873

Shopping

The Buckeye Corner
Official retail partner of The Ohio State University Alumni Association
- 1315 W Lane Ave (near OSU west campus)
- 200 Easton Town Center
- 1207 Polaris Pkwy
- 6606 Sawmill Rd
800/525-5630
www.buckeyecorner.com [new window]
HIGHLIGHTS
The Buckeye Corner features a great selection of Ohio State fashions and gifts including authentic fashions from Nike Team Sports.
RECRUITER'S GUIDE SPECIAL
Bring in the Buckeye Corner ad in the ECS Recruiter's Guide and receive 10% off your next purchase (contact Kathy Weaver at weaver.428@osu.edu to request a copy).

Barnes & Noble / Long's Bookstore
The Ohio State University Bookstore
South Campus Gateway - Garage & Street Parking Available
11th & High St
Columbus, OH 43201
614/247-2000
www.OhioState.bkstore.com [new window]
HIGHLIGHTS
Find the newest bookstore on campus! We have everything Buckeye! We are your store for classic Buckeye apparel to unique OSU gifts, as well as Barnes & Noble huge book selection. Come see where the Long's Bookstore tradition continues...

The Ohio State University Bookstore
Central Classroom Bldg
2009 Millikin Rd
Columbus, OH 43210
614/292-2991
www.ohiostate.bkstore.com [new window]
HIGHLIGHTS
This location of the OSU Bookstore is conveniently located just steps away from the Blackwell Inn, the Stadium, and the Engineering Career Services area. We carry a wide selection of Ohio State clothing and gifts, textbooks, general reading books, and engineering supplies.