Guests often praise
- Clean and fresh rooms reported by some guests
- Quiet environment with minimal disturbances for many
- Convenient amenities such as free Wi-Fi and parking
- Pet-friendly policy appreciated by traveling pet owners
Forty Motel
Forty Motel offers a budget-friendly, pet-friendly lodging with free Wi-Fi, breakfast, and parking in Columbus. Ideal for travelers seeking a clean and quiet place near local attractions and recreation.
3705 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43228, United States View on map
Free Wi-Fi Breakfast Free parking Pet-friendly
What recent guests emphasize
Mixed feedback on comfort and cleanliness
Visitors appreciate the quiet atmosphere and basic amenities, but some report issues with cleanliness and noise disturbances. This property suits travelers prioritizing budget and location over luxury.
Worth knowing
- Some guests experienced noise disturbances from other visitors
- Concerns raised about cleanliness including presence of mold, roaches, and bed bugs in certain rooms
- Older property with no on-site restaurant, pool, or fitness center
- Breakfast is available but no airport shuttle service provided
Best for
- Travelers seeking budget-friendly, no-frills accommodations
- Visitors looking for a quiet place to rest during sightseeing
- Pet owners needing pet-friendly lodging
- Guests prioritizing free Wi-Fi and parking over extensive amenities
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About this property
Welcome to Forty Motel
Forty Motel, nestled at 3705 W Broad St in Columbus, Ohio, presents itself as a modest lodging option with a 3-star rating. This establishment draws a mixed response from visitors, reflecting both its strengths and areas needing attention.
Guests often highlight the motel’s cleanliness and tranquility. Sonia Grant praises the motel for being “so clean and fresh with no roaches and bed bugs,” underscoring a satisfactory hygienic standard for some visitors. Complementing this, Helena Marie Salvito finds the atmosphere quiet and undisturbed, appreciating its simplicity despite an older appearance. For travelers seeking a peaceful night’s rest and basic amenities, Forty Motel answers the call with free Wi-Fi, breakfast, complimentary parking, and a pet-friendly policy—traits that align well with practical travelers and budget-conscious visitors.
However, the motel is not without shortcomings. Blaine Mcdonald’s review remarks on noise disturbances from neighboring rooms and concerns regarding bathroom cleanliness, including mold and pests. These issues reveal an inconsistency in guest experiences and highlight areas where maintenance could improve to elevate the motel’s reputation.
Forty Motel stands out as a practical point of stay for those focused on exploring Columbus. Its strategic location makes it convenient for sightseeing, recreation, and navigating the city. While it lacks amenities such as a pool, restaurant, fitness center, or airport shuttle, it covers essential needs effectively for those prioritizing location and affordability over luxury.
In sum, Forty Motel embodies the spirit of straightforward accommodation. Its blend of quiet comfort and basic facilities can suit travelers who value simplicity and cost-efficiency. Yet, the motel’s divergent guest experiences call for ongoing refinement to ensure that every visitor enjoys both cleanliness and peace. For those who seek a no-frills haven in Columbus with essential conveniences, Forty Motel rightly earns consideration as a functional, if unembellished, lodging choice.
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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
Breakfast
Free parking
Pet-friendly
Not available at this property
Pool
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.
10
This Motel is So Clean and Fresh with no roaches and bed bugs
10
Quiet , nobody bothers you and it's old but gets the job done
8.0
It was not too bad I had a guest in a room either next to me or down below me all they did was yell and scream and fight all night long no sleep bathroom shower had mold in it I also noticed roaches and did see bed bugs in the bathroom
Location & neighborhood
Where you'll find Forty Motel
Columbus, Ohio, USA
Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around
- W Broad St & Broadlawn Ave 4 min Walk
- 3865 w Broad St 6 min Walk
- Georgesville Rd & w Broad St 16 min Walk
- John Glenn Columbus International Airport 21 min Car · 1 hr 31 Transit
- Dayton International Airport 1 hr 3 Car · 3 hr 26 Transit
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.
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