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1. Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel

Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
3.5 star property
Discovery District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay! Walkable and close by to the state building."
United States
Nkauj Hli
The price is ฿5,368
฿6,335 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, colorful striped seating, and a covered area with string lights.

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown
3.0 star property
Discovery District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (728 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff, clean, excellent breakfast, near to downtown and great restaurants."
United States
Tania
The price is ฿3,559
฿4,199 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table with a lamp, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of the city.

3. Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
3.0 star property
Discovery District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,070 reviews)
"Staff was very good"
United States
Melinda
The price is ฿2,937
฿3,466 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
A modern kitchen with a large island, two black barstools, a hanging light fixture, and a wall-mounted artwork.

4. Town St Medical Lofts

Town St Medical Lofts
2.5 star property
Discovery District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (26 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Highly recommended!"
United States
Clay
The price is ฿3,747
฿7,409 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Town St Medical Lofts
A spacious room with leather seating, a pool table, and a bar area with liquor bottles.

5. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus Downtown
3.0 star property
Uptown District, 0.9 km from Discovery District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (830 reviews)
"Front desk staff was wonderful and added my Bonvoy number to my reservation as well. Great room, great view, quiet"
United States
Diana
The price is ฿3,917
฿4,622 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus Downtown
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves with bottles.

6. Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown Columbus, 1.1 km from Discovery District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,575 reviews)
"Perfect location , very nice rooms , breakfast was great !"
United States
Kathy
The price is ฿4,862
฿5,737 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a central entrance.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown
2.5 star property
Short North, 1.6 km from Discovery District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place and great location."
United States
Alejandro
The price is ฿5,250
฿6,195 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown
A modern building with a unique cantilevered design, featuring a glass facade and multiple levels.

8. Hyatt Regency Columbus

Hyatt Regency Columbus
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbus, 1.3 km from Discovery District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,008 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Marvy
The price is ฿4,558
฿5,379 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hyatt Regency Columbus
A bar area with a modern design, featuring a geometric patterned floor, a central bar counter with stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

9. Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
4.0 star property
Uptown District, 1.2 km from Discovery District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,766 reviews)
"Good location and comfortable stay."
United States
Alexander
The price is ฿5,233
฿6,972 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
A rooftop bar with a fire feature, tables, and chairs, offering a city view.

10. Hilton Columbus Downtown

Hilton Columbus Downtown
4.0 star property
Short North, 1.4 km from Discovery District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,496 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the staff was awesome!"
United States
Heather
The price is ฿5,454
฿6,436 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hilton Columbus Downtown
A Red Roof Inn building with a prominent neon sign, a brick facade, and a symmetrical entrance with a canopy.

11. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus Downtown-Convention Center

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus Downtown-Convention Center
2.5 star property
Uptown District, 1 km from Discovery District
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,083 reviews)
"Very clean and quiet, beds comfortable"
United States
Leonard
The price is ฿3,496
฿4,125 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus Downtown-Convention Center
A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, and a bar with shelves of bottles.

12. The Junto

The Junto
4.0 star property
Downtown Columbus, 1.7 km from Discovery District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,030 reviews)
"Always a great stay, great staff and great room -"
United States
Joseph
The price is ฿6,047
฿8,299 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Junto
An outdoor patio with stone seating, a fire pit, and a water feature.

13. SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU

SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU
3.0 star property
Grandview Heights, 4.2 km from Discovery District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,163 reviews)
"It was our family trip and it was the mid point of our drive across the country. And the staff made a great stay."
United States
Richard
The price is ฿3,375
฿3,982 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU
A modern hotel building with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it's a Hyatt Place.

14. Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU

Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU
3.0 star property
Grandview Heights, 3.4 km from Discovery District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,101 reviews)
"Clean room, safe area, and free parking."
United States
Crystal
The price is ฿3,883
฿4,582 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by chairs and tables, under string lights.

15. Courtyard by Marriott Columbus OSU

Courtyard by Marriott Columbus OSU
3.0 star property
Grandview Heights, 3.4 km from Discovery District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (708 reviews)
"The stay was great, staff was helpful, parking was great too all and all good stay"
United States
Kelli
The price is ฿5,136
฿6,060 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Columbus OSU
An outdoor patio area with a covered seating area, a grill, and a round table with chairs.

16. Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
3.0 star property
3.9 km from Discovery District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,390 reviews)
"Great location and property"
United States
Josh
The price is ฿4,026
฿4,751 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
A hotel entrance with a covered outdoor seating area, a brick facade, and a landscaped garden.

17. The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
4.0 star property
University District, 5.2 km from Discovery District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,618 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Kimberly
The price is ฿4,775
฿5,634 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
A Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance, a covered walkway, and a flagpole.

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus OSU

Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus OSU
3.0 star property
Oletangy West, 7.5 km from Discovery District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Good place to stay."
United States
Daniel
The price is ฿5,031
฿5,936 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus OSU
A stone wall with a built-in fire feature and a seating area with wicker furniture.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport
3.0 star property
9.3 km from Discovery District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"The breakfast was great, and the staff was phenomenal"
United States
Chantelle
The price is ฿4,130
฿4,873 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport
A spacious hotel lobby with a long wooden reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a large television screen.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area
2.5 star property
Oletangy West, 7.7 km from Discovery District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"It was great and affordable."
United States
Jack
The price is ฿3,702
฿4,369 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area
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Compare popular hotels in Discovery District

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, colorful striped seating, and a covered area with string lights.
Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
728 reviews
View
Restaurant
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
3.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,002 reviews
View
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table with a lamp, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of the city.
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
3.0 star property
8.2
Very good
1,070 reviews
View
A modern kitchen with a large island, two black barstools, a hanging light fixture, and a wall-mounted artwork.
Town St Medical Lofts
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
26 reviews
View
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves with bottles.
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,575 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families in Discovery District

Restaurant

Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel

Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbus
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002)
The price is ฿5,368
฿6,335 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel

Where to stay in Discovery District

Find the best Discovery District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A theater marquee with "Ohio" and "Blue Man Group" along with the dates "November 1-3".

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.

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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.

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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.

A modern building with a glass facade and a blue sign that reads "Wexner Center for the Arts".

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.

Top Discovery District Hotel Reviews

Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

10/10 Excellent
"This was the best place I have ever stayed at in Columbus, Ohio (Polaris). Staff, room, amenities, and location were all 5-star!"
Barbara 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Discovery District?
Discovery District is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its array of dining options. Make sure that you visit Columbus Museum of Art and Kelton House Museum and Garden as part of your Discovery District travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Discovery District?
Based on our traveller data, Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay in Discovery District. This hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Another good choice for your stay in the area is Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown.
How many hotels will I find in the Discovery District area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Columbus, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 46 Discovery District hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Discovery District, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Discovery District.
What can I see and do in this Columbus neighbourhood?
Sights like Columbus Museum of Art and Kelton House Museum and Garden can be part of your cultural tour of Discovery District. A visit to James Thurber House is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. Nationwide Arena, BalletMet Performance Center and Ohio Statehouse are just a few of the places to visit in and around Discovery District. While you're out sightseeing in Columbus, make sure that you visit other sights such as Capitol Square or Ohio Theatre.