Downtown Columbus Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A yellow and red boat docked by a calm river, surrounded by autumn-colored trees and a large beige building with columns.
A plaque on a building wall, a grand entrance with a red curtain, and a patterned floor mat.
A theater with a marquee reading "PALACE" and "Jungle Book" with a date of 8/15.
A yellow and red boat docked at a pier with a white railing, surrounded by autumn foliage.
A futuristic vehicle with a metallic finish, parked indoors with large windows in the background.

Stay near popular Downtown Columbus attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Downtown Columbus Hotel Deals

The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

4 out of 5
75 E State St Columbus OH
The price is NZ$204 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
NZ$204
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions COSI and Nationwide ...
The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square
Hyatt Regency Columbus

Hyatt Regency Columbus

3.5 out of 5
350 N High St Columbus OH
The price is NZ$323 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$323
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay here. Great location within easy walk of arena district events. Hotel was clean and comfortable. Staff was quite helpful."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Hyatt Regency Columbus
Hilton Columbus Downtown

Hilton Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
402 North High Street Columbus OH
The price is NZ$394 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$394
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,499 reviews)
"I’ll always stay"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Hilton Columbus Downtown
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
88 E Nationwide Blvd Columbus OH
The price is NZ$311 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
NZ$311
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,531 reviews)
"One of the best places I've had the pleasure of staying at. Between the front desk help, the huge room, the cleanliness, the BREAKFAST, amazing. Only downside, our room WAS SO HOT. The thermostat was at 74 the entire stay even when set at 69. We did have to ask front desk for a fan in order to be ..."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd Columbus OH
The price is NZ$369 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
NZ$369
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

3 out of 5
175 East Town St Columbus OH
The price is NZ$227 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$227
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Columbus

Find the best Downtown Columbus areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Polaris

Polaris is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Polaris Fashion Place and Magic Mountain Fun Center while you're in town.

Northeast Columbus

If you're spending some time in Northeast Columbus, Easton Town Center and LEGOLAND® Discovery Center are top sights worth seeing.

University District

University District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wexner Center for the Arts and Newport Music Hall while you're in town.

Short North

Short North is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Market and Jazz Arts Group while in the area.

Worthington

Unique features of Worthington include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by The Shops at Worthington or McConnell Arts Center while you're exploring the area.



Downtown Columbus Travel Guide

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