Downtown Columbus Travel Guide

Columbus

Santa Maria which includes heritage elements and a bay or harbour
Ohio Theater which includes theatre scenes and signage
Palace Theater showing signage and night scenes
Santa Maria featuring heritage elements and a bay or harbour
COSI showing interior views and aircraft

Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown Columbus

Hyatt Regency Columbus

Hyatt Regency Columbus

3.5 out of 5
350 N High St, Columbus, OH
The price is £133 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
£133
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Probably the best hotel we have ever stayed in! Everyone was so nice! The hotel smelled amazing and very clean! The bed and pillows were on point! Best night sleep in a hotel we have ever had!"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Hyatt Regency Columbus
Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH
The price is £118 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
£118
3 Sept - 4 Sept
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,409 reviews)
"Excellent customer service. Great bar and food."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

3 out of 5
633 WEST 5TH AVENUE, Columbus, OH
The price is £97 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
£97
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,080 reviews)
Comfortable option with good location
"Plant based / vegan options remain limited, if any. Even having plant based milk for coffee would be nice. Bed is very comfortable. Pillows are down - I’d preferred down alternative but not given option. Location is nice. Overall worth it. We were put into an accessible king room. Only one nightstand ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
Hilton Columbus Downtown

Hilton Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
402 North High Street, Columbus, OH
The price is £136 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
£136
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,313 reviews)
Excellent
"I usually don’t sleep well or at all in hotels I slept like a baby! Bed and pillows were excellent. I was shocked. Room was very nice. Loved the bathroom. Fridge and microwave was big plus. Didn’t eat in the hotel but many food options near the hotel."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Hilton Columbus Downtown
The Junto

The Junto

4 out of 5
77 Belle St, Columbus, OH
The price is £163 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£163
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (641 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, loved the co-working space!"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

The Junto
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 £69 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£69
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Quiet and comfortable. Room outlets did not work and were limited."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Columbus

Santa Maria featuring heritage elements, a river or creek and a bay or harbour

Arena District

Arena District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Nationwide Arena and KEMBA Live! while you're in town.

Arena District
Columbus as well as children

Uptown District

If you're spending some time in Uptown District, Palace Theatre and Capitol Square are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

Short North
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Victorian Village

Victorian Village is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, North Market and Arnold Schwarzenegger Statue are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Victorian Village
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Italian Village

Visitors to Italian Village like its restaurants and architecture, and Jazz Arts Group is a sight worth a stop.

Italian Village
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Milo-Grogan

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Milo-Grogan and surrounding area, you can visit Ohio State Fairgrounds and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair.

Milo-Grogan

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