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Comfort Inn

Comfort Inn in Marion, OH offers modest rooms, indoor pool, free Wi-Fi, and breakfast. Near Ohio State University at Marion and Warren G. Harding Sites.

256 James Way, Marion, OH 43302, United States View on map
8.2/10
Very Good Based on 361 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Accessible Indoor and outdoor pool
What recent guests emphasize

Comfort Inn: Practical comfort with friendly service

Guests appreciate the clean, quiet rooms and helpful staff at this budget-friendly hotel. Amenities like the indoor pool and free breakfast enhance the stay. Some note room size and bed height as minor drawbacks, making it ideal for practical travelers.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly and accommodating staff providing attentive customer service
  • Clean, comfortable rooms maintained to a good standard
  • Free breakfast with a well-stocked, hot, and fresh selection
  • Quiet atmosphere conducive to restful nights
  • Indoor pool and hot tub area, noted as clean and well-maintained

Worth knowing

  • Rooms tend to be modest in size with some bathrooms described as small
  • Beds are notably high, which may present challenges for guests with mobility issues
  • No on-site restaurant or fitness center available
  • The hotel enforces a strict no smoking, vaping, or partying policy
  • Ongoing renovations may affect some areas but do not appear to impact stays significantly

Best for

  • Visitors seeking a budget-friendly, no-frills stay near Marion and Ohio State University at Marion
  • Travelers who value friendly service and a clean, smoke-free environment
  • Guests wanting easy access to nearby attractions like the Warren G. Harding Presidential Sites
  • Families appreciating kid-friendly amenities including the pool
  • Those arriving by car who benefit from free parking and a convenient location just off Highway 23
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About this property

Welcome to Comfort Inn

Comfort Inn is a straightforward budget hotel situated just off Highway 23, making it convenient for visitors traveling to Marion or nearby Ohio State University at Marion. The property features modest, clean rooms that have received positive remarks for comfort, though some guests note that the beds can be quite tall, which may pose a challenge for those with mobility concerns. The hotel operates on a no-smoking policy and offers accessible accommodations, adding to its practical appeal.

Facilities include free Wi-Fi, complimentary breakfast, free parking, and both indoor and outdoor pools, along with a hot tub and spa services. While there is no on-site restaurant or fitness center, the presence of a business center and laundry services adds convenience. Guests frequently praise the friendly and helpful staff, with service standing out as a highlight across reviews. The hotel is smoke-free and not pet-friendly but welcomes families, which is reflected in the kid-friendly amenities.

Located 0.8 miles from the university campus and approximately 3 miles from downtown Marion, the hotel allows easy access to local attractions such as the Warren G. Harding Presidential Sites and the Wyandot Popcorn Museum. The John Glenn Columbus International Airport is about an hour’s drive away, which suits travelers arriving by air. Nearby hotel options provide additional accommodation choices within a short distance.

Overall, Comfort Inn fits guests seeking a simple, affordable stay with essential amenities and a convenient location. While the setting and décor are unpretentious, the reliable service, clean rooms, and value-added features like free breakfast and pools make it a practical choice for families, business visitors, and travelers exploring the Marion area.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Indoor and outdoor pool
Air-conditioned
Laundry service
Business center
Kid-friendly
Hot tub
Spa
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pet-friendly
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

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edeggs Apr 08, 2026
8.0

Staff was friendly. Rooms clean but a bit small. Free breakfast was decent. Outside looks a bit rough but nice on the inside. Would stay again.

SH
Sara Howell Apr 06, 2026
8.0

All the staff was amazing. We booked at the last minute because the hotel we originally booked in Columbus messed up. So Comfort Inn hooked us up. Our King Suite was nice, the pool and hot tub was great, they allowed us to have a late check out, and they even have a fresh breakfast bar! If you need a room in Marion I would recommend this hotel.

DS
David Stier Mar 26, 2026
10

5 stars for customer service! Jeanie was fabulous. We had a minor issue w/a room and she went all over finding the best option to move us to. Only complaint is the beds are about 3’ tall. Very difficult for old short people with knee and back issues to climb into and out of.Even the accessibility room had tall bed and tub would like to see shorter beds and walk-in shower.

HW
Heather Ware Mar 17, 2026
10

Exactly as advertised. Thanks to the friendly staff for helping me when I needed to check in early!

JT
Jeffrey Thomas Mar 15, 2026
8.0

I really like this hotel, can park the Trk out front on the street and can keep an eye on it. The pool is a nice touch after a long hard day, it's always very clean. The staff is always nice and friendly and polite and do their jobs professionally. The rooms are always clean and comfortable. It's not a party hotel so you can always get a good night quite sleep. The breakfast in the morning is free and always good. Check in and check out is always fast. Nothing but good stuff to say about the place, I always stay here when I come to Marion.

MT
Marianne Turner Mar 12, 2026
10

Our location is under renovations currently but our room was very nice. Checking person was not very personable but got us checked in very quickly. Then said no drinking, no smoking, no vaping, no parties. I am a 71 year old grandma checking in with 12 year old granddaughter. It was almost funny.the pool area was very clean and well maintained. We were able to spend large amounts of time. All the staff was very helpful and quick to answer questions. The food was standard breakfast fare but hot, plentiful and staff always present to make sure everything was fresh and refilled. I will stay here again.

SS
Stan Scoville Mar 07, 2026
10

For a 2 Star hotel—I love staying here! I have stayed a few times when I’ve needed to come to Marion, OH. Room is always clean; staff is helpful, breakfast is good. I especially appreciate the non-smoking hotel. Staff Person found ESPN for medical I watch MBL playoff game!

MR
Monica Reed Mar 04, 2026
10

Great stay. Right off the high way. Rooms are clean. The beds in the double queen room was a bit high from the ground and the bathroom was a bit small but for the price everything was great. The kids loved the pool and the hours for the pool and breakfast are good. Speaking of the breakfast. Great choices and good food. The food area was kept clean and organized. The lobby and halls were clean and every staff member was super nice. Will definitely be planing another stay here.

TE
Trisha Eller Feb 10, 2026
10

The hotel is very clean and looks to have recent updates. It felt like a new hotel. Beds were so comfortable that I didn’t want to get out of bed in the morning. I appreciated that the pool was open so early since we arrived late and didn’t get to enjoy it the night before. The pool area was warm so getting in and out of the water we weren’t freezing. The staff was very friendly. We interacted with the night shift group, the food prep coordinator, and the day shift desk clerk and had positive encounters with each one of them.

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bearyfun73 Feb 01, 2026
10

Great hotel…the staff is so nice. Very clean and inviting. I will definitely stay again.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Comfort Inn

Marion, Ohio, USA

This modest 2-story hotel is 0.3 miles from Highway 23, 0.8 miles from the Ohio State University at Marion and 3 miles from the center of Marion. Marion County International Raceway is 20 miles away.

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport 1 hr Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Ohio. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Warren G. Harding Presidential Sites 1 reviews

Warren G. Harding Presidential Sites

380 Mt Vernon Ave, Marion, OH 43302, United States

4.7 · History Museum
Wyandot Popcorn Museum 110 reviews

Wyandot Popcorn Museum

169 E Church St, Marion, OH 43302, United States

4.3 · Museum
Marion Union Station Association 297 reviews

Marion Union Station Association

532 W Center St, Marion, OH 43302, United States

4.7 · Museum
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