Hotels in Columbus, OH

Hotels in Columbus, OH

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Columbus is the capital of Ohio as well as the state's third largest metropolitan area, and according to 2008 U.S. Census Bureau figures, has a resident population of more than three quarters of a million people. Visitors who enjoy outdoor recreation will find numerous activities around the city, such as car racing and equestrian events, while hiking, biking and camping in Deer Creek State Park or Wayne National Forest is less than 45 minutes away. Columbus also is replete with well-appointed hotels to make any visitor's stay a pleasant one.

Doubletree Guest Suites Columbus

This AAA-rated four-diamond hotel is situated in the heart of downtown Columbus overlooking the Scioto River, and is close to points of interest like the Huntington Center, Vern Riffe State Office Tower and Capitol building. On-site amenities include a florist, gift shop, convenience store, concierge desk, valet laundry service, basketball court, complimentary beverage area and reception desk with friendly, multilingual staff and safety deposit boxes. In addition, corporate travelers can utilize several conference rooms, an unstaffed business center, audio-visual equipment and secretarial services. The hotel's casual Caucus Room Restaurant serves American-style cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner, while guests looking to stay in can order room service. Spacious guest suites are all over 625 square feet, with choice of one king-size or two double-size beds and a living room separated from the bedroom by a pair of French double doors. In-room amenities include 27-inch cable TV with HBO, clock radio with MP3 connection, climate controls, coffee maker, hair dryer, iron with ironing board and high-speed Internet access. Also, pets less than 100 pounds are allowed to stay for an extra fee.

Doubletree Guest Suites Columbus
50 S. Front St.
Columbus, OH 43215
614-228-4600
doubletree1.hilton.com

The Westin Columbus

Ideally located in the middle of the city's downtown business district, this luxuriously appointed AAA four-diamond hotel provides convenient access to places like the City Center Mall, Brewery District and Ohio's Center of Science & Industry. Guests can enjoy wake up, dry cleaning and valet parking services and amenities like a 24-hour front desk, fitness center, luggage hold and concierge with information on nearby activities like golf courses and jogging paths. Business travelers also can utilize 10 different meeting spaces totaling over 4,200 square feet, high-tech audio-visual equipment and a catered lunch menu. On-site meal options include in-room dining, cocktails at Thurber's Bar, and a number of continental cuisines at the High Street Grill restaurant. All 188 tastefully decorated guest rooms feature a stylish modern decor and plush Heavenly Bed® as well as coffee maker with gourmet roast grounds, cable TV, pay-per-view, work desk, in-room safe, mini bar, windows that open, and private bathroom with terry cloth bathrobes, hair dryer and toiletries. Interested parties also can inquire about special package deals and wedding services.

The Westin Columbus
310 S. High St.
Columbus, OH 43215
614-228-3800
westincolumbus.com

Holiday Inn Columbus Downtown Capitol Square

This 12-floor, 240-room hotel is nestled amongst downtown Columbus' most popular attractions, including the Arena District, German Village, Short North Arts District and Greater Columbus Convention Center. Amenities and services range from an indoor swimming pool, concierge desk and dedicated 24-hour lounge to same-day dry cleaning, guest laundry facility, safety deposit boxes and foreign currency exchange. In addition, executive guests have access to a business center with computer workstation, copy/fax services and over 6,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. Dining options include the hotel's family-style restaurant serving three meals a day, room service, cocktail bar and several off-site eateries that are within walking distance. Comfortable, pleasantly decorated guest rooms offer choice of two double beds or one king and feature satellite TV with premium channels, large work desk, two-line phone with voice mail, coffee maker, iron with ironing board, Wi-Fi access, private bathroom with tub, double-glazed windows for maximum quiet, and a free morning newspaper delivered right to the room. Late check-out also is available.

Holiday Inn Columbus Downtown Capitol Square
175 E. Town St.
Columbus, OH 43215
614-221-3281
holidayinn.com

Article Written By Mark Heidelberger

Mark Heidelberger has been writing for more than 17 years, with recent articles appearing on various websites. He has also written, rewritten and developed dozens of feature-film screenplays and manages a number of film and television writers. He holds a master's degree from University of California, Los Angeles in film and television producing.

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