Short North Travel Guide

Columbus

A serene lake with autumn foliage, a fountain, and a clear blue sky.
A large stone archway in a city square with modern buildings in the background.
A cityscape with a prominent river, a bridge, and various buildings including a large, historic building with a dome.
A city street at night with a sign reading "SHORT NORTH" and a Starbucks.
A modern architectural structure with a glass railing and geometric patterns.

Stay near popular Short North attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Short North

Hilton Columbus Downtown

Hilton Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
402 North High Street Columbus OH
The price is £148 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£148
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,516 reviews)
"Everything was great. I have stayed here quite a few times for OSU move in. My disappointment is the lack of breakfast options at the hotel. There is a small store with protein bars/coffee/fruit but was super expensive."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Hilton Columbus Downtown
Graduate by Hilton Columbus

Graduate by Hilton Columbus

4 out of 5
750 North High Street Columbus OH
The price is £135 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
£135
9 Sept - 10 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 helpful staff and ...
Graduate by Hilton Columbus
Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph

Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph

5 out of 5
620 North High Street Columbus OH
The price is £146 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£146
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Columbus. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (725 reviews)
"Great place and area"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph
Moxy Columbus Short North

Moxy Columbus Short North

3 out of 5
808 N High St Columbus OH
The price is £124 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£124
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (683 reviews)
"Small room but very clean, very cool hotel, it was a one night stop on our way to Nashville still great experience. Fell in love with Columbus."

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Moxy Columbus Short North
Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown

2.5 out of 5
501 N High St Columbus OH
The price is £134 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£134
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Super nice and accommodating staff from the moment we arrived to the moment we left."

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown
Jungle House Studio Suites – Short North & Convention Center

Jungle House Studio Suites – Short North & Convention Center

3.5 out of 5
18 Buttles Ave, Apt A-D Columbus OH
The price is £75 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
£75
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a snack bar/deli. Popular attractions Nationwide Arena and KEMBA Live! are located ...
Jungle House Studio Suites – Short North & Convention Center
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Where to stay in Short North

Find the best Short North areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

Polaris

Polaris is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Polaris Fashion Place and Topgolf while you're in town.

Northeast Columbus

If you're spending some time in Northeast Columbus, Easton Town Center and LEGOLAND® Discovery Center are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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.



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