At The Lodge at Hocking College, enjoy a continental breakfast and unwind on the sunny terrace. Connect to in-room WiFi, take advantage of bicycle parking, and appreciate the helpful staff who have received top marks from previous guests.
Hocking Valley Scenic Railway - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
Getting around
John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 72 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 11 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 4 min drive
Taco Bell - 4 min drive
Spices of Life-Gourmet Coffee - 11 min drive
About this property
The Lodge at Hocking College
When visiting Nelsonville, The Lodge at Hocking College is a great choice to consider. Guests can keep active with onsite hiking/biking trails, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM. A bar/lounge and a terrace are other highlights. The helpful staff and bar get good marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
39 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–11:00 AM
Bar/lounge
What to do
Hiking/biking trails
Bicycle rentals nearby
Cave exploring nearby
Ziplining nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Facilities
Terrace
Bicycle parking
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Window screens
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free long-distance and local calls
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per pet, per stay
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
The Lodge at Hocking College Hotel
The Lodge at Hocking College Nelsonville
The Lodge at Hocking College Hotel Nelsonville
Frequently asked questions
Does The Lodge at Hocking College offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Lodge at Hocking College does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Lodge at Hocking College?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 35.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Lodge at Hocking College?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Lodge at Hocking College?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Lodge at Hocking College and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes spelunking.
What's the area around The Lodge at Hocking College like?
The Lodge at Hocking College is a short 1-minute walk from Wayne National Forest Athens Unit and 18 minutes' walk from Hocking College.
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The Lodge at Hocking College Reviews
Reviews
9.2
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Pet-friendly atmosphere with kind staff and clean facilities. (3 reviews)
The associated restaurant in town is very worth visiting and the staff provides great dining suggestions. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2025
Great place to stay overnight
Check-in was easy room was very nice and very quiet
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
Great stay!
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2025
Great lodge with great staff. We really enjoyed our stay!
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
Hocking Hills Trip
Really enjoyed my stay here, the staff was amazing.
Coralee
Coralee, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2025
Well maintained and affordable.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2025
Perfect stay as usual!
Christie
Christie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 21, 2025
Great place to stay
Really enjoyed our stay at the Lodge of Hocking College. Would prefer that queen bed to be a king. That would have made it a 5 star for us.
JEFF
JEFF, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2025
Our room was clean and comfortable. The hotel is used to train students in the hospitality field. The rates are great. We would stay there again.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2025
Wonderful stay
This is the cutest place! So very clean and has a beautiful setting. We definitely will be back!!
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 11, 2025
Great Budget Option
If your looking for a safe, clean affordable option in the area this is it. Just don't expect too much since students run the operation
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 26, 2025
Nice place to stay
Courteous staff, very clean hotel. The bed was pretty comfortable, the pillows very lumpy. The A/C worked great, but the bathroom door a bit wanky. The location good, great value for the $. I would stay there again, and maybe bring my own pillows! An additional chair might be nice.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 25, 2025
Super clean & nice!! Was surprised because at that price hotels usually are the bottom of the bottom
Musonza
Musonza, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 10, 2025
Bed was too soft the breakfast was like nothing there worth eating the coffee was good nothing like anything we have been accustomed to for motels with free breakfasts.
Wilbur L
Wilbur L, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 20, 2025
Sleepless
Lousy bed & bedding
william a
william a, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2025
Wonderful hotel
Room was excellent. Bed was super comfy. Location of hotel was beautiful. Bathroom had a very nice shower (no tub) the decor was new and had a log cabin feel. The only thing was the breakfast wasnt really a continental breakfast. The only food they had was waffles and granola bars. I assume because this was a hospitality college, that they keep on top of cleanliness, service and the customer experience.
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 9, 2025
Staff was great! Lodge was very clean. Good place for a 1or 2 night stay.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2025
Clean, quiet, and a great stay for OU Mom’s weekendd.
Brandolyn
Brandolyn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
The bed was very comfortable. Clean room. Breakfast was ok. Not much to choose from.
Tracy
Tracy, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2025
The room was clean and nice, and decently priced. I was very happy with my stay, for my visit with daughter at OU, which was only 15 minutes away.
Jessica
Jessica, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2025
Decent hotel in a small town. Unexpected place but waa a good price and clean.
Charity
Charity, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2025
Excellent place to stay near Hocking hills
The check in and stay was smooth. The room was quaint but very clean. We stayed here to visit Hocking hills state Park, and this place was very convenient.
Sanjana
Sanjana, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 11, 2025
Staff were great!
Bryan
Bryan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2025
The bed was so soft and comfortable! Room was clean! Enjoyed the stay!!
Samantha
Samantha, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
Very cool lodge
A very clean hotel. The location was good. The room was beautiful, it was a loft room with a porch. The outside patio was good and had a beautiful view.
There is only one bed and we were 4 so that was a slight problem. But the main problem was that the bathroom door doesn’t close and it has a big gap so it was a little uncomfortable. But I would definitely stay here again if in the area.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 12, 2025
Room was Kinda dirty, bathroom was dirty. Breakfast wasn’t very good.