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Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG

2.5 star property
Make yourself at home in the heart of Columbus near top attractions like Historic Crew Stadium.

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Located near Ohio History Center, Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center, an IHG Hotel is where comfort and convenience meet. Guests can start their day with a breakfast buffet, stay productive at the 24-hour business center or gym, unwind with free newspapers and luggage storage nearby. With helpful staff on hand to make your stay even more enjoyable.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan

Room options

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Located in South Linden, a neighbourhood in Columbus, Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG is near the airport. Ohio History Center and Ohio Theatre are cultural highlights and Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is a popular local attraction. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Historic Crew Stadium or Ohio Stadium.
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Map
701 E Hudson St, Columbus, OH, 43211

What's nearby

  • Historic Crew Stadium - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ohio History Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ohio State Fairgrounds - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ohio Expo Center and State Fair - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Ohio State University - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Summit Music Hall - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Hudson Marketing Group - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Zach's - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG

Hotel near Historic Crew Stadium
Located close to Ohio History Center and Ohio State University, Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services and a 24-hour gym. In addition to a 24-hour business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers, a front desk safe and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 71 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 43-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Secured parking on site (USD 7.95 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: USD 2.99 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Secured self-parking fee: USD 7.95 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 35 mi (56 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 Fair Expo
Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 Fair Expo Hotel State OH Center
Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 OH State Fair Expo Center
Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 OH State Fair Expo Center Hotel
Hotel Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 / OH State Fair / Expo Center
Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 OH State Fair Expo Center Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 OH State Fair Expo Center Columbus
Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 OH State Fair Expo Center
Holiday Inn Express Ex I 71 / OH State Fair / Expo Center

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG?

As of 15 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG on 25 Jan 2026 start from NZ$160.39, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG?

Self-parking is available for USD 7.95 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG located?

Located in South Linden, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Historic Crew Stadium and Ohio History Center. Ohio State University and Ohio Stadium are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

6.8

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 338 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 330 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 87 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 93 out of 1010 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ismail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amjad

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff were amazing 👏
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, comfortable beds, easy check in/check out. Breakfast was fine, just the gravy was a weird sticky consistency.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel in the City
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

IYAD

Roo
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very noisey. Pounding ftom criling sll night long.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rudix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Staff was nice, room was nice and cleaned. Breakfast was ready & out at 630am , location was okay. Definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice, breakfast was terrible
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very loud
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Liked: Staff & service
Bed was comfy and room was nice. The area i around the hotel was a lot
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place to stay for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast choices were good and the coffee was great. The front desk staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was perfect, as was the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were nice and rooms were clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Calli

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sagar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice stay with Holiday Inn
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Disliked: Amenities
None
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super friendly free coffee all day and free breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

San Juanita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice, very clean, very helpful and I like the complimentary shampoo/ conditioner/ body wash and lotion
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gladys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and bathroom handicap accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food was great the staff was great the hotel was very clean and love the hotel but not the area
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kristine

Liked: Amenities
Great college town hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tyler

Property (and area) is "good enough" to stay for one night, but not much longer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025