Near East Side Travel Guide
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Visit Near East Side
Stay near popular Near East Side attractions
Things to do

Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass

Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative

The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus

DIY Candle Making Class at a Local Brewery in Columbus
Top hotels in Near East Side

The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
"1"
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Wyndham Columbus
"Room had previous guests underwear next to the couch, light bulb was out but they fixed that after a maid restocked towels while out. Bathroom also took on water from shower because of curtain not fitting the shower. Otherwise bed was clean and ac worked well. Pool closed for maintenance."
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

Hilton Columbus Downtown
"Our room wasn’t ready by check in time and we were offered a rate discount by the manager. They authorized our credit card at the discounted rate and that seemed to be the end of it. On our last day, we had an early flight and they refused to check us out due to the system going through an “audit” ..."
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Hyatt Regency Columbus
"Pretty easy valet, have no idea what the price was."
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Near East Side

Downtown Columbus
The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Columbus. A stop by Nationwide Arena or North Market might round out your trip.
Northeast Columbus
If you're spending some time in Northeast Columbus, LEGOLAND® Discovery Center and Easton Town Center are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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.

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.





















