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Our top choices for Columbus family-friendly hotels

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 hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a bar area.

1. The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
University District
  • Bring the little Buckeyes to this Ohio Stadium-adjacent retreat with family comforts and university excitement right outside.
฿3,894
฿4,595 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
A rooftop bar with a fire feature, tables, and chairs, offering a city view.
A modern bar area with seating, large windows, and a city view.
A Hilton hotel with a modern glass facade, a convention center, and a well-lit urban street.
A modern restaurant with a central bar, multiple seating areas, and large windows offering views of the city.

2. Hilton Columbus Downtown

Hilton Columbus Downtown
Downtown Columbus
  • Family-friendly escapes await with convenient amenities and an indoor pool near city attractions.
฿5,599
฿6,607 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hilton Columbus Downtown
A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, ottomans, and a reception desk.
A Drury Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a prominent entrance with a covered area.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a brick wall.
An indoor swimming pool with clear signage, a lifeguard chair, and a view of the outdoors.

3. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris
Polaris
  • Family fun awaits with indoor pool, free activities, and a central location near Polaris Fashion Place.
฿3,691
฿4,286 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris
A bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, a beverage dispenser, and a television mounted on the wall.
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a prominent archway and illuminated signage.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden ceiling design, and a brick accent wall.
A hotel room with a desk, a television, a sofa, and a bed.

4. Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington

Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington
Crosswoods
  • Kids dive into adventure with seasonal outdoor pool and in-room films—all within a 12-minute drive of Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.
฿3,300
฿3,894 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington
A spacious hotel lobby with a long wooden reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a large television screen.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large window providing natural light.
A lobby with two patterned armchairs, a small round table, a fireplace, and a large window.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by seating areas and large windows.

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area
Oletangy West
  • Discover a family haven near Ohio State with free breakfast, cots, and in-room entertainment to keep everyone comfortable.
฿3,456
฿4,078 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.
A multi-story hotel with a flat facade, large windows, and a prominent sign indicating it is a Holiday Inn.
A modern hotel lobby with a clean, tiled floor and a reception desk.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen displaying a program.

6. Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
Downtown Columbus
  • Splash into family fun at this city centre Columbus hotel with indoor pool, kids' activities, and free cots at COSI's doorstep.
฿3,038
฿3,585 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
A bar area with a modern design, featuring a geometric patterned floor, a central bar counter with stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.
A modern building with large glass windows and a brick facade.
A modern lounge area with sofas, a fireplace, and large windows.
A modern building with brick and glass facade, outdoor seating area, and well-maintained landscaping.

7. Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Downtown Columbus
฿4,541
฿6,130 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
An outdoor patio area with a covered seating area, a grill, and a round table with chairs.
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables, with large windows providing natural light.
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a kitchen in the background.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'HYATT house' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

8. Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
Downtown Columbus
฿4,410
฿5,204 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
A bedroom with a brick wall, a round mirror, a bed with white bedding, a ceiling fan, and a white refrigerator.
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 kitchen with a white refrigerator, a trash bin, a small table with a coffee machine, and a brick wall.
A compact kitchen with a stove, sink, and white cabinets.

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

Jungle House Studio Suites – Short North & Convention Center
Downtown Columbus
฿1,411
฿3,169 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Jungle House Studio Suites – Short North & Convention Center
A stone wall with a built-in fire feature and a seating area with wicker furniture.
A reception area with a counter, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wall with a tree branch pattern.
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, modern furniture, and large windows.
A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a parking area.

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport
Columbus
  • Adventure awaits at this family-friendly airport hotel with an indoor pool, free shuttle, and modern comforts for kids and adults alike.
฿3,996
฿4,716 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Columbus

Pool
Breakfast included
Water park
4 stars
5 stars

Family-friendly hotels with pools in Columbus

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.
A multi-story hotel with a flat facade, large windows, and a prominent sign indicating it is a Holiday Inn.
A modern hotel lobby with a clean, tiled floor and a reception desk.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen displaying a program.

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
Downtown Columbus
฿3,038
฿3,585 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
A rooftop bar with a fire feature, tables, and chairs, offering a city view.
A modern bar area with seating, large windows, and a city view.
A Hilton hotel with a modern glass facade, a convention center, and a well-lit urban street.
A modern restaurant with a central bar, multiple seating areas, and large windows offering views of the city.

Hilton Columbus Downtown

Hilton Columbus Downtown
Downtown Columbus
฿5,599
฿6,607 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hilton Columbus Downtown
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled deck, and a lounge area with chairs and a table.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a flat-screen TV, a marble-top table with four chairs, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, wooden cabinets, and a central island with food service equipment.
A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, a desk, and a framed picture on the wall.

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
Downtown Columbus
฿4,704
฿5,551 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, lounge chairs, and a door leading outside.
A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, tables, and chairs.
A Holiday Inn Express hotel with multiple floors, a parking lot, and a covered entrance.

Holiday Inn Express Hotels & Suites Columbus-Polaris Parkway by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotels & Suites Columbus-Polaris Parkway by IHG
Polaris
฿3,463
฿4,021 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Hotels & Suites Columbus-Polaris Parkway by IHG
An outdoor patio area with a covered seating area, a grill, and a round table with chairs.
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables, with large windows providing natural light.
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a kitchen in the background.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'HYATT house' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
Downtown Columbus
฿4,410
฿5,204 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
A bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, a beverage dispenser, and a television mounted on the wall.
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a prominent archway and illuminated signage.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden ceiling design, and a brick accent wall.
A hotel room with a desk, a television, a sofa, and a bed.

Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington

Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington
Crosswoods
฿3,300
฿3,894 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a stone wall with greenery, a central water feature, and a balcony with plants.
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large screen.
A large indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, sun loungers, and a no diving sign on the wall.
A reception desk with two laptops, a computer mouse, and a chair.

Embassy Suites Columbus-Airport

Embassy Suites Columbus-Airport
Northeast Columbus
฿3,456
฿4,078 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Embassy Suites Columbus-Airport
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a 3 FT depth marker, and multiple lounge chairs around the perimeter.
A hotel room with a bed, a red sofa, a wooden table, and a desk with a lamp. There are three framed pictures on the wall.
A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a staircase to the upper level, and a dining area with tables and chairs.
A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, red chairs, a patterned carpet, a staircase, and a large TV on the wall.

Comfort Suites Columbus Expo Center

Comfort Suites Columbus Expo Center
Columbus
฿3,234
฿3,817 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Comfort Suites Columbus Expo Center
A modern outdoor seating area with a glass-top fire pit, cushioned seating, and ambient lighting.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A modern hotel lobby with round tables and blue chairs, a bar area with stools, and a staircase.
A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, large windows, and American flags.

Sheraton Suites Columbus Worthington

Sheraton Suites Columbus Worthington
Crosswoods
฿3,499
฿4,129 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Sheraton Suites Columbus Worthington
An outdoor patio area with a stone fireplace, seating, and a pergola structure.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a large flat-screen TV, and wooden cabinetry.
A reception desk with a wooden finish, three abstract paintings on the wall, and a modern lighting fixture above.
A modern hotel room with a desk, two beds, a large mirror, and a view of the city.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus Easton Area

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus Easton Area
Easton
฿4,476
฿5,281 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus Easton Area
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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Columbus

A rooftop bar with a fire feature, tables, and chairs, offering a city view.
A modern bar area with seating, large windows, and a city view.
A Hilton hotel with a modern glass facade, a convention center, and a well-lit urban street.
A modern restaurant with a central bar, multiple seating areas, and large windows offering views of the city.

Hilton Columbus Downtown

Hilton Columbus Downtown
Downtown Columbus
฿5,599
฿6,607 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hilton Columbus Downtown
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.
A multi-story hotel with a flat facade, large windows, and a prominent sign indicating it is a Holiday Inn.
A modern hotel lobby with a clean, tiled floor and a reception desk.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen displaying a program.

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
Downtown Columbus
฿3,038
฿3,585 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
A bar area with a modern design, featuring a geometric patterned floor, a central bar counter with stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.
A modern building with large glass windows and a brick facade.
A modern lounge area with sofas, a fireplace, and large windows.
A modern building with brick and glass facade, outdoor seating area, and well-maintained landscaping.

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Downtown Columbus
฿4,541
฿6,130 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
A modern restaurant with large windows, a complimentary breakfast sign, and a view of the parking area.
A rectangular swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by lounge chairs and a modern building with large windows in the background.
A room with a blue sofa, a small wooden table, a floor lamp, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a view of buildings and trees.
A hotel reception desk with a modern design, featuring a counter with a digital screen, a cash register, and a telephone.

Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG
Brewery District
฿3,855
฿4,549 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG
An outdoor patio area with a covered seating area, a grill, and a round table with chairs.
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables, with large windows providing natural light.
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a kitchen in the background.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'HYATT house' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
Downtown Columbus
฿4,410
฿5,204 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
A spacious hotel lobby with a long wooden reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a large television screen.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large window providing natural light.
A lobby with two patterned armchairs, a small round table, a fireplace, and a large window.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by seating areas and large windows.

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area
Oletangy West
฿3,456
฿4,078 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled deck, and a lounge area with chairs and a table.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a flat-screen TV, a marble-top table with four chairs, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, wooden cabinets, and a central island with food service equipment.
A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, a desk, and a framed picture on the wall.

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
Downtown Columbus
฿4,704
฿5,551 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
A bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, a beverage dispenser, and a television mounted on the wall.
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a prominent archway and illuminated signage.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden ceiling design, and a brick accent wall.
A hotel room with a desk, a television, a sofa, and a bed.

Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington

Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington
Crosswoods
฿3,300
฿3,894 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington
A breakfast area with a counter, stools, and seating.
A modern lounge area with a pool table, colorful seating, and various board games.
A snack kiosk with various packaged snacks and a water dispenser.
A hotel reception area with a curved wooden counter, seating with colorful cushions, and pendant lighting.

Tru by Hilton Columbus Airport

Tru by Hilton Columbus Airport
Northeast Columbus
฿3,590
฿4,236 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Tru by Hilton Columbus Airport
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a 3 FT depth marker, and multiple lounge chairs around the perimeter.
A hotel room with a bed, a red sofa, a wooden table, and a desk with a lamp. There are three framed pictures on the wall.
A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a staircase to the upper level, and a dining area with tables and chairs.
A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, red chairs, a patterned carpet, a staircase, and a large TV on the wall.

Comfort Suites Columbus Expo Center

Comfort Suites Columbus Expo Center
Columbus
฿3,234
฿3,817 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Comfort Suites Columbus Expo Center
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Top Columbus Hotel Reviews

The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center

The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center

8/10 Good
"The bed was super comfortable, and the room was beautiful and very clean. I did not like that there was no bathtub. I also didn’t like how far away the breakfast was. I have mobility issues and was not able to enjoy breakfast because it was a considerable walk from the hotel."
Paula 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"Ok"
LYNN 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington

Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room. Easy to get into and out of. Everything was good with our stay."
Trevor 3-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington
Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington

Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington

8/10 Good
"We will definitely stay there again! Great experience!!! Thank you for the professionalism, respectfulness and kindness of your team! That is so rare these days!"
wanda 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington
Hyatt Regency Columbus

Hyatt Regency Columbus

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay and we will definitely be back."
Tracy 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hyatt Regency Columbus

Frequently asked questions

What's Columbus like for family-friendly holidays?
If you've been thinking about a holiday with your children, Columbus is a good choice. The entertainment, festivals and American football matches are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips. Fly into Port Columbus International Airport (CMH), which is the closest airport, or Columbus, OH (LCK-Rickenbacker Intl.), which is located 10.6 mi (17 km) from the centre of Columbus.
What's the best family accommodation in Columbus?
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center is a hotel with a restaurant and laundry facilities, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options to stay with the children include Hilton Columbus Downtown and Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG.
How many family hotels can I expect to find in Columbus?
Expedia has 47 hotels in Columbus that are perfect for families.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Columbus?
The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 1°C. Average annual precipitation for Columbus is 1249 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in Columbus?
While you are visiting Columbus, you and the family may want to explore some interesting spots such as Easton Town Center, Ohio Theatre and Riffe Center Theatre Complex. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Palace Theatre and Southern Theater.

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