The Best Hotels Closest to Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds in Columbus - 2026 Updated Prices

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A room with a round wooden coffee table, two armchairs, a sofa, a fireplace, and a chandelier.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

A living room with a gray sofa, a wooden coffee table, a wicker chair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall displaying a scenic road.

1. The Lincoln Short North B&B

Italian Village, 1.6 mi from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Darryl

£145

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

2. Jungle House Boutique Suites – Short North & Convention Center

Short North, 1.6 mi from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

John

£127

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A kitchen with white cabinets, a brick accent wall, a gas stove, and various kitchen appliances.

A white door, a vase with flowers, a potted plant, and a mirror on a wall.

A compact living space with a grey sofa, a small kitchen area, and a door with a light fixture.

A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a large bed, a skylight, a wooden floor, and a cowhide rug.

3. Jungle House Boutique Lofts – Downtown Columbus & Short North

Victorian Village, 1.3 mi from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Cheri

£99

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A room with a sofa, a floor lamp, a round table, and a large plant.

A minimalist room with a wooden table, a vase with flowers, and a small decorative jar.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a central island, bar stools, a microwave, and a hanging light fixture.

A room with two beds, a dining table, and a bench.

4. Jungle House Urban Lofts – Arena District & Short North

Italian Village, 1.4 mi from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Ismael

£128

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, a round mirror, a ceiling fan, a brick wall, a kitchen area, and a wooden floor.

A kitchen with a white refrigerator, a trash bin, a small table with a coffee machine, and a brick wall.

A coffee station with a coffee maker, a sign, and two containers labeled 'Local House Coffee' and 'Local Lucky Coffee' on a wooden table.

A bedroom with a brick wall, a round mirror, a bed with white bedding, a ceiling fan, and a white refrigerator.

5. Jungle House Studio Suites – Short North & Convention Center

Short North, 1.6 mi from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Taylor

£74

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A corner with a brick wall, a table, a chair, and a potted plant.

A kitchen with a brick wall, white cabinets, a marble countertop, and hanging plants.

A modern living room with a green sofa, wooden flooring, a brick wall, and a kitchen area with white cabinets.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a brick wall, and a bar area with stools.

6. Jungle House Luxury Lofts – Short North High Street

Short North, 1.1 mi from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Rachel

£100

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A kitchen with a white countertop, a black sink, and orange cabinets.

A bamboo shelf with folded towels and a potted plant against a white wall.

7. Jungle House Urban Lofts - Short North & Convention Center

Italian Village, 1.6 mi from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Melanie

£134

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A neatly made bed with white linens, a small round wooden side table with a remote control, a potted plant, and a gold monkey figurine.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a brick wall, and a window.

A cozy room with a leather sofa, a small wooden side table with a plant and a book titled 'HOSPITALITY HOSTS,' and a brick wall.

A modern dining area with a brick wall, a wooden dining table, and leather chairs.

8. Jungle House Downtown Columbus – Modern Boutique Suites

Italian Village, 1.7 mi from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Jasmine

£129

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A neatly arranged hotel room with a large bed, a potted plant, a painting, and a window with curtains.

9. Jungle House Modern Lofts – Arena District & Short North

Victorian Village, 2 mi from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

John

£85

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

10. Jungle House Luxury Stays - Downtown Columbus & Short North

Victorian Village, 1.9 mi from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Flavio

£131

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A hotel entrance with a covered outdoor seating area, a brick facade, and a landscaped garden.

A spacious indoor dining area with round tables, chairs, and string lights.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, multiple seating areas, a staircase, and a view of the upper floor.

11. The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

University District, 1.4 mi from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Isreal

£131

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio area with a covered seating area, a grill, and a round table with chairs.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'HYATT house' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a television.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables, with large windows providing natural light.

12. Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

1.8 mi from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Aimee

£120

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A restaurant with multiple tables, hanging brass instruments, and a brick wall.

A hotel with a 'Graduate' sign, large windows, and a modern facade.

A modern hotel lobby with a large window, a sofa set, and a patterned rug.

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

13. Graduate by Hilton Columbus

Short North, 1.6 mi from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Nicholas G

£153

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, modern furniture, and a glass wall leading to an outdoor area.

A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent archway.

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, a fireplace, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

A dining area with a central table surrounded by chairs, a wine rack in the background, and a chandelier.

14. Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph

Short North, 1.7 mi from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Shane

£154

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hot tub under a wooden gazebo with a bench and a trash bin nearby.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a sofa, and a kitchen area with a dining table and chairs.

A room with a foosball table, a sofa, a chair, and a bar area with stools.

A room with three wooden beds, a blue striped rug, and a mirror on the wall.

15. The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel

1.1 mi from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

fougere

£47

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A rooftop bar with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and a view of the city.

A modern bar area with high stools, a wooden bar counter, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern office space with a dining area, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a city view.

A modern lobby with a checkered floor, a reception desk, and seating areas.

16. AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown

Arena District, 1.9 mi from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Cibil

£164

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A mural with coffee-related illustrations and text, including "Latte," "Mocha," and "Buckeye."

A compact room with a bed, a microwave, a refrigerator, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

A modern hotel room with a round mirror, a flat-screen TV, a wooden desk, and a built-in microwave.

A pumpkin-themed beverage cup with a red straw, labeled "Happy Pumpkin Season," on a countertop with blurred bottles in the background.

17. Olentangy Motor Inn

Grandview Heights, 2 mi from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Michelle

£96

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

An outdoor patio with stone seating, a fire pit, and a water feature.

An indoor swimming pool with a lifeguard chair, a no diving sign, and a no lifeguard on duty sign.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large wall with a cityscape mural.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a chair, a bed with white bedding, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

18. SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU

Grandview Heights, 2 mi from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Richard

£97

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a central entrance.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

An indoor swimming pool with a skylight, lounge area with seating, and a clock on the wall.

A brick building with large windows and a sidewalk lined with potted plants.

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown

Short North, 1.9 mi from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Alejandro

£167

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

An outdoor patio with modern furniture, a fireplace, and string lights.

A modern lobby with a bar area, seating, luggage storage, and a check-in counter.

A modern bar area with pool tables, bar stools, and a pool table.

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, metal-framed chairs, a central coffee table, and a brick sculpture.

20. Moxy Columbus Short North

Short North, 1.5 mi from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Ashley

£136

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Lincoln Short North B&B	10.0 Exceptional 618 reviews	View
Jungle House Boutique Suites – Short North & Convention Center	10.0 Exceptional 82 reviews	View
Jungle House Boutique Lofts – Downtown Columbus & Short North	9.8 Exceptional 39 reviews	View
Jungle House Urban Lofts – Arena District & Short North	9.8 Exceptional 32 reviews	View
Jungle House Studio Suites – Short North & Convention Center	9.8 Exceptional 15 reviews	View

Top Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Columbus

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and very well appointed. The air conditioning in my room blew right over the bed, which was inconvenient. I had to turn it off at some point, even though it was needed — I couldn’t handle the air blowing directly on me. Also, the train runs past the hotel. Several times throughout the night I and my friend (in another room) were woken up by it. Other than that, the hotel was excellent. The Bar on 2 had excellent service, and so-so food. It was convenient, but overpriced for the quality."

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

8/10 Good

"Clean and within walking distance to venues"

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast was very nice"

The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is showing its age, but it’s very clean. Now let’s talk about the shower…I would buy a room here just for the shower pressure. I imagine it’s comparable to standing under Niagara Falls, mist included. Whatever wrong you find here, this fact alone should right it. Just be sure to pull that knob hard."

Comfort Suites Columbus Expo Center

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice stay and close to quarter horse Congress"

★★ The Red Lion ★★. OSU British Pubcade Castle

10/10 Excellent

"It has dragon wish you could make dragon glow to blind neighbors"

Big Group Getaway Near OSU with 6BR, 8 Beds, 5-Car Parking

8/10 Good

"Owner communication was great. The living room tv remote was missing. We had one in hand within an hour. The building was good for campus property. It’s an old building so there are some superficial blemishes. Utilities were all great. Proximity to railroad tracks was a slight issue as trains ran Friday night. Ok after. We selected this property for the size and location. For that it was great."

Winterfell Barcade - OSU Home in Weinland Park/Short North

8/10 Good

"Two parking spaces off the alley plus street parking. Location is close to downtown.Fun Game of Thrones decor. Nice Keurig. Fenced backyard. Only 1 bathroom, but with modern shower and plenty of hot water. Dishwasher. No laundry washer and dryer.Host was very responsive to questions and a request."

English Court Barcade: OSU home in Weinland Park/Short North

10/10 Excellent

"It was cool and different. The only thing that stunk was the dog next door never stopped barking. But it's not the property owners fault. Other than that fun place to stay."

Other attractions near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

A soccer field with players in yellow and green uniforms, spectators in the stands, and a goalpost.

Historic Crew Stadium

8.0/10 (763 reviews)

Catch an event at Historic Crew Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Wexner Center for the Arts

10.0/10 (7 reviews)

Discover a world of new and exciting contemporary art, performance and film at this laboratory for the arts at Ohio State University.

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Natural Resources Park

After visiting Natural Resources Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbus. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.

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Ohio History Center

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Ohio History Center during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

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Newport Music Hall

9.2/10 (45 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Newport Music Hall on your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's entertainment choices and lively festivals.

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Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum during your travels in Columbus. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

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Jazz Arts Group

You can get tickets for a performance at Jazz Arts Group on your trip to Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Progressive Field

Catch an event at Progressive Field during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds?

Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds is located in an area of Columbus known for its great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 123 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds?

Adjacent to Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds, Comfort Suites Columbus Expo Center is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Another good choice is Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Fairgrounds, located just 0.3 mi (0.4 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds?

Expedia has 123 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds.

What can I see and do near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds?

You'll want to browse the collections at Columbus Museum of Art, COSI and Ohio History Center. Explore landmarks like Lincoln Theatre, Palace Theatre and LeVeque Tower. You can check out the local talent at Newport Music Hall, KEMBA Live! and Riffe Center Theatre Complex.

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Our top choices for Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds hotels

1. The Lincoln Short North B&B

2. Jungle House Boutique Suites – Short North & Convention Center

3. Jungle House Boutique Lofts – Downtown Columbus & Short North

4. Jungle House Urban Lofts – Arena District & Short North

5. Jungle House Studio Suites – Short North & Convention Center

6. Jungle House Luxury Lofts – Short North High Street

7. Jungle House Urban Lofts - Short North & Convention Center

8. Jungle House Downtown Columbus – Modern Boutique Suites

9. Jungle House Modern Lofts – Arena District & Short North

10. Jungle House Luxury Stays - Downtown Columbus & Short North

11. The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

12. Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

13. Graduate by Hilton Columbus

14. Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph

15. The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel

16. AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown

17. Olentangy Motor Inn

18. SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown

20. Moxy Columbus Short North

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Top Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Columbus

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

Comfort Suites Columbus Expo Center

★★ The Red Lion ★★. OSU British Pubcade Castle

Big Group Getaway Near OSU with 6BR, 8 Beds, 5-Car Parking

Winterfell Barcade - OSU Home in Weinland Park/Short North

English Court Barcade: OSU home in Weinland Park/Short North

Other attractions near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Historic Crew Stadium

Wexner Center for the Arts

Natural Resources Park

Ohio History Center

Newport Music Hall

Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum

Jazz Arts Group

Progressive Field

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