Short North Travel Guide
Columbus





Visit Short North
Stay near popular Short North attractions
Things to do

Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass

The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus

Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
Top hotels in Short North

Hilton Columbus Downtown
"This is a very nice property! Great location and great staff. We loved our view of downtown. The pool was perfect for young children."
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Graduate by Hilton Columbus
"The property was clean and safe. The beds are very low to the ground and pretty soft so it is kind of comical to get in and out of the bed. The room is generally pretty dark. There are also a lack of outlets in the room.. so plugging in a laptop or phone isn't exactly easy. The coffee in the room ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown
"$45 Valet parking only was a bit of a bummer for me"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Moxy Columbus Short North
"The room was very small, but overall the stay was great."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
"Most convenient hotel to stay while visiting Ohio state"
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Wyndham Columbus
"WHEN WE GOT THERE THEY HAD A SIGN POSTED THAT THERE WAS NO BREAKFAST BECAUSE THE KITCHEN WAS BEING REMODELD, HALLWAY WAS DULL GREY, IT WAS DARK AND DINGY, NUMBERS ON THE DOORS WERE TAPED ON STICKERS, ROOM WAS DECENT, A BIT OLD AND OUTDATED BUT IT WAS FINE, WE HAS ZERO ROOM SERVICE AND THEY NEVER ..."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Short North

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, Easton Town Center and LEGOLAND® Discovery 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 Ohio Stadium and Wexner Center for the Arts while you're in town.
















