Historic Hotels & Resorts in Columbus from NZ$125

You’re already probably planning a visit to places with historical relevance during your trip to Columbus. While you’re here, you might want to visit the well-known zoo and major shopping area. You can also discover the area’s great live music.

Based on our travel expertise, Hilton Columbus Downtown is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Palace Theatre is a short 12-minute walk away. A couple of other options near historic sites include The Junto and Sonesta Columbus Downtown.

Columbus is home to 1484 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Columbus is notable for landmarks like Ohio Theatre, LeVeque Tower and Palace Theatre. Known for its theatres and live music, cultural venues include COSI, Columbus Museum of Art and KEMBA Live!. Easton Town Center is another popular sight to explore.

Historic hotels give guests an opportunity to stay in a place that’s been recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world come in all forms like castles, palaces, grand homes or even old police stations, pubs, lodges or skyscrapers — any building that’s been identified as being of special interest. These types of hotels in Columbus typically preserve authentic elements such as period features or traditional architecture in their public spaces or guestrooms.

They are quite similar. “Historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S., while you’ll often hear “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to emphasise the physical building and architecture. Heritage hotels draw their meaning mainly from the place’s cultural value and how it inspired the surrounding community.

Yes. Every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Guests can expect the usual amenities you’d get from a hotel such as Smart TVs, WiFi and updated bathroom facilities. In Columbus, booking a historic hotel doesn’t mean you’re picking a place that’s rundown.