Columbus Hotels, Columbus Holiday & Tourism Guide

Columbus hotels spread through the old town and are within walking distance to the city's most attracting tourism spots. Use our articles for an intriguing guide to find the best.

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Residence Inn Columbus Downtown

36 E Gay St, Columbus, OH 43215

This hotel is located the heart of Columbus' Business District. You will find that you are in the center of the excitement and entertainment of the city by staying at this hotel. When you enter the lobby of the hotel, you will be impressed by the 40-foot ceiling entrance. With a short drive, you can reach North Gallery District, Arena District and many other vacation destinations. The hotel rooms feature fully equipped kitchen and high-speed Internet access.

Pros:
Situated in the exquisitely renovated Historic Buckeye Building
Free wired and wireless high-speed Internet access
Complimentary hot breakfast buffet daily
24-hour business center
2 meeting rooms perfect for gatherings up to 30 people
Fully equipped kitchens

Cons:
Check-in at 4:00 pm, later than average 3:00 pm
The door is noisy when opening or closing
Valet parking fee is $20 daily

Review:
Exemplary service provided - the property renovation was incredible and well appointed - the facility was very clean - room was lovely
The accommodations and morning breakfast buffets were wonderful - their staff were extraordinary - great housekeeping - the decor in the room was attractive
Room was clean and very comfortable - evening exceptions and breakfast were included - fast elevators - free wireless Internet - had an enjoyable time
Room was clean, quiet and well-appointed - it had a small kitchen, a nice TV - beautiful and unique lobby area - the free breakfast was very good - a short block away from the Capitol Square - plenty of dining nearby
Good location - close to local attractions - the rooms were spotless - the kitchenette was great with full sized refrigerator, stove top and microwave - very cool lobby - nice workout room
The staff was very accommodating with all of our needs - room was spacious, clean and beautifully decorated - parking was a bit pricey
The location was great, within walking distance of most of downtown - staff was welcoming and helpful - this was an interesting old bank building - the price was great
The staff was professional and pleasant - room was outstanding - the inside of the lobby was beautiful - very good restaurants within waking distance (more…)

Candlewood Suites Polaris

8515 Lyra Drive, Columbus, OH 43240

The key to enjoyment for an extended stay is comfort. Candlewood Suites Polaris is designed with that commitment in mind to provide most comfortable suites for guests. This all-suite hotel also offers incredibly easy access to Columbus Zoo and the Columbus Convention Center. Each of the spacious studio suites is nicely decorated with wood floors. Don't worry even if you're traveling with your pets. This pet-friendly property accepts little guests with the warmest welcome.

Pros:
Pets allowed
Fully-equipped kitchens in all suites
Nice designated dog walking area
On-site gym
Convenient guest laundry facilities on the property
Relaxing swimming pool

Cons:
Pet deposit and pet fees apply
No in-house restaurant

Review:
All suites equipped with queen beds and updated bathrooms - full size kitchens were really nice for extended stays - great option for business travelers
Very good experience for the stay - a pet-friendly hotel with a small pet fee - the designated dog walking area was fabulous - hotel staff was very more than helpful and friendly
Secured parking in the well-lit parking lot - had a gym and guest laundry facility - the swimming pool was clean - a comfy and inexpensive place to stay in the area
Two computers on the first floor with free Internet access - not a bad place for the location and service - right across from the Polaris mall - perfect for a weekend shopping trip
Basic rooms and pretty amenities for a decent extended stay hotel - favorites for budget travelers (more…)

Crowne Plaza Columbus Downtown

33 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215

On an ideal location in downtown Columbus, this hotel is conveniently adjacent to Nationwide Arena and the Convention Center, accessible via indoor walkways. Inside this 12-floor property, there are 375 guestrooms, including 4 spacious suites and 9 accessible rooms. The hotel provides a host of business and meeting facilities to meet your event or banquet needs. To work your stress off and kick back fully, guests are invited to take advantage of the on-site fitness center, indoor swimming pool, as well as the brand new game room. Convenience store and gift shop are available on site for quick shopping experience.

Pros:
A downtown hotel convenient to everything
24-hour fitness center and indoor lap pool
On-site award-winning dining options: Max & Erma's on the Blvd and Blvd Bar
24-hour full-service business center
Free newspaper in lobby
24-hour front desk
A new game room with all popular arcade video games
On-site guest self-laundry facilities

Cons:
Breakfast with a fee at Max & Erma's on the Boulevard
Overpriced valet parking: $23 per night starting from October 1, 2011
High-speed internet access with a $9.95 initial fee

Review:
Nice-looking lobby - a bit dark hallways - appealing rooms and comfortable beds - clean and well-maintained rooms - small indoor pool - the hotel charged for the use of wifi - we walked to High Street for nightlife - decent food at Max & Erma's on the Boulevard
I would certainly stay here again - a great getaway - spacious rooms - nicely-appointed suites - attentive staff and superb services - one of the best hotel experience we'd ever had - quite expensive to stay here - great housekeeping - not fairly quiet - pretty good food
High quality of beds - excellent exercise room - within close proximity to everything - a good night's sleep - high-speed internet access for $9.95 - not cheap, but a good lodging facility
Good enough for business trip - efficient reception staff - wifi worked ok - good value for the money - nearby restaurants within steps and pretty good - guest laundry facilities on site - great location for participating in events at the Convention Center (more…)

Holiday Inn Columbus Downtown Capital Square

175 E Town St, Columbus, OH 43215

Holiday Inn Columbus Downtown Capital Square is nestled in the downtown of Columbus, which brings much convenience for both business travelers and pleasure travelers. For business travelers, the convenient airport shuttle must be the biggest bonus. And for pleasure travelers, the easy access to the vacation destinations must be their favorite. This is a 12-story hotel, with 240 guest rooms, each of which is nicely decorated with alarm clocks, data ports, hairdryer, coffee maker and much more.

Pros:
Nestled in the heart of downtown city
Walking distance to many local attractions
Complimentary shuttle service to the airport
Complimentary high-speed Internet access
Heated outdoor swimming pool
Well-equipped fitness center
Fantastic meeting space
Express check-out service

Cons:
Parking costs $10 per night
The pool is a bit small, as well as the fitness center
Average food

Review:
Room were clean - simple but good breakfast - parking was easy and good, but fees applied - the pool on the property was clean - housekeepers and front desk staff were friendly - walking distance to the park in the downtown Columbus
Easy and delightful check-in - the room was clean and nice - breakfast was not included but looked good - enjoyed the pool at the end of the day - would stay here again
The check-in staff was courteous and efficient - great guest room - the beds and pillows were very comfortable - free Internet was a plus for me - very quiet at night
Rooms were nice and clean and spacious for two double beds - there was an indoor pool and small fitness center - it was a great facility with a great price
Great location, close to many places - offered complimentary shuttle service to the airport - the hotel bar was nice with personable bartenders - the swimming pool was heated
Well-maintained property - the room was average with fairly small bathrooms - parking needed extra $10 - the pool was a little small but adequate - the restaurant downstairs offered food with various selections - the equipment was well kept - accommodating service (more…)

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Local Guide - Columbus

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Columbus Airport: The Port Columbus International Airport is the heart of Columbus' flight operations.Read more»

Columbus Travel

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Columbus Crew Stadium: Set up in 1999, Columbus Crew Stadium is a state-of-the-art soccer stadium in Columbus. In a bid to popularize American football at a national and world-wide level, American business tycoon Lamar Hunt built this stadium having the FIFA-specific norms. More»

Columbus Convention Center: The Greater Columbus Convention Center is a sprawling convention center in the heart of Columbus, OH. The center offers 1.6 million square feet of flexible space for conventions and conferences. More»