Located in Uptown, MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown offers a warm welcome with a breakfast buffet and fireplace in the lobby. Take advantage of an indoor pool with sun loungers, dry cleaning services, and 24-hour gym to unwind after exploring the nearby University of Cincinnati.
Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Great American Ball Park - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
Newport Aquarium - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
Getting around
Cincinnati, OH (LUK-Cincinnati Municipal - Lunken Field) - 16 min drive
Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 22 min drive
Hamilton, OH (HAO-Butler County Regional) - 37 min drive
Cincinnati Union Terminal - 7 min drive
Restaurants
Taco Bell - 7 min walk
Nourish - 15 min walk
Martino's on Vine - 17 min walk
Wingstop - 18 min walk
White Castle - 10 min walk
About this property
MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown
MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown puts you just a 5-minute drive from Great American Ball Park and University of Cincinnati. You can go for a morning swim at the indoor pool and visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout. Also, Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati and Heritage Bank Center are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
113 rooms
Arranged over 7 floors
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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 11:00 AM
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Special 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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Children
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (USD 10 per night)
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning
Coffee/tea in a common area
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Pool loungers
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2021
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
24-hour fitness center
An indoor pool
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Closed captioned TV
Lever door handles
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Double sofa bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
Desk chair
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Kitchen
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Weekly housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Parking
Self parking costs USD 10 per night
RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Also known as
Mainstay Suites
Mainstay Suites Cincinnati
MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown Hotel
MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown Cincinnati
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Frequently asked questions
Does MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown 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.
Is there a pool at MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 10 per night. RV/bus/truck parking and electric vehicle charging are available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati (3-min drive) and Turfway Park Racing & Gaming (17-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown and nearby?
MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown has an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
Does MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
What's the area around MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown like?
MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown is a short 16-minute walk from William Howard Taft National Historic Site and 18 minutes' walk from Eden Park.
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MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast options were great with a variety of choices and some reviewers even praised the gravy and biscuits. (9 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2025
Great Stay
We were in town for a Revival and the accommodations as well as staff were excellent. Would highly recommend.
Tina
Tina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
The staff was friendly the location was perfect for both the Cincinnati Zoo and the Reds game. I would recommend to anyone.
Reggie
Reggie, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 30, 2025
The standard in the room was over average, breakfast was included so i can’t complain, but it was more options at the weekend. The manager and staff were great and cared for the ones who stayed there ☺️
Peter
Peter, 10-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2025
Awesome
Awesome place to stay super nice people very clean and inviting
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2025
Brand new construction made it fresh, pleasant, clean and appealing.
bruce
bruce, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2025
G
Nice rooms
Breakfast was very good
Lorrie
Lorrie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2025
Family Vacation
The stay was excellent the staff was warm friendly and welcoming anytime we came in we were greeted with a warm hello and asked if we needed anything when we left we were told have a great day have a good time staff was knowledgeable about the area and everything surrounding the hotel would definitely stay here again
Kristin
Kristin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2025
From moment we walked in everyone was friendly and welcoming. The lobby area was beautiful. The room was clean, no issues at all. The breakfast was exactly what we planned for and had variety of options.
David
David, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 12, 2025
Ok Place
Overall a good stay. Had a few problems that the hotel took care of. Floors need mopped. Breakfast was a disaster.
Matt
Matt, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2025
ran out of breakfast, couldn't connect with wifi and people in next room smoked so much weed we could smell it in my room. otherwise room was nice and relatively clean.
Judy
Judy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 30, 2023
Very clean & friendly staff
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2023
Great visit nice and clean thank you
Brennan
Brennan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2023
Great stay
We had a great stay. The rooms are huge! Pool was nice. Great hot breakfast options. Would definitely stay again.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 7, 2023
The hotel was beautiful on the inside, love the mini Meir hen in the room.
Nichole
Nichole, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2023
Very clean and up dated hotel. Friendly staff.
Adriana
Adriana, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 30, 2023
Very friendly and helpful staff!
Alysha
Alysha, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2023
Very clean and well kept
Good breakfast
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2023
The rooms were beautiful, clean, and the staff is great. Would definitely here again
joelle
joelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2023
I like everything the room was clean the service was amazing I will definitely come back.
Leonille
Leonille, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2023
Great option if visiting UC
robin
robin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 6, 2023
Great location close to University of Cincinnati and the Zoo. Quiet and clean. Offers a very nice breakfast buffet too!
Kimberly
Kimberly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2022
All of the employees were amazing!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 22, 2023
All of the front desk staff were friendly. The hotel was centrally located to all of the downtown activities we had planned so it was easy to come and go.
Alicia
Alicia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2023
Nice large rooms w full fridge and kitchenette. Nice beds, baths and water pressure. Decent breakfast included.