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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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay! Walkable and close by to the state building."
United States
Nkauj Hli
The price is Rp3.695.228
Rp4.360.370 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

2. 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, (1,069 reviews)
"Great place for our one night stay!"
United States
Keith
The price is Rp1.838.754
Rp2.169.729 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, colorful striped seating, and a covered area with string lights.

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown
3.0 star property
Discovery District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (722 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff, clean, excellent breakfast, near to downtown and great restaurants."
United States
Tania
The price is Rp2.273.103
Rp2.682.261 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown
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 Rp1.990.579
Rp3.936.397 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Town St Medical Lofts
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with modern appliances, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

5. 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, (1,554 reviews)
"Perfect location , very nice rooms , breakfast was great !"
United States
Kathy
The price is Rp2.582.893
Rp3.047.815 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
A bar area with a modern design, featuring a geometric patterned floor, a central bar counter with stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

6. Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
4.0 star property
Uptown District, 1.2 km from Discovery District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,744 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
hara
The price is Rp2.592.992
Rp3.983.993 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
A modern building with a unique cantilevered design, featuring a glass facade and multiple levels.

7. Hyatt Regency Columbus

Hyatt Regency Columbus
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbus, 1.3 km from Discovery District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and a very clean room"
United States
Todd
The price is Rp3.210.902
Rp3.788.864 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hyatt Regency Columbus
A rooftop bar with a fire feature, tables, and chairs, offering a city view.

8. Hilton Columbus Downtown

Hilton Columbus Downtown
4.0 star property
Short North, 1.4 km from Discovery District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,497 reviews)
"great stay"
United States
Chelsie
The price is Rp3.074.214
Rp3.627.573 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hilton Columbus Downtown
A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a central entrance.

9. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place and great location."
United States
Alejandro
The price is Rp3.234.580
Rp3.816.804 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk, and a mirror.

10. 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, (1,077 reviews)
"A good stay for the weekend and many activities due to being downtown."
United States
Tim
The price is Rp1.857.310
Rp2.191.626 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus Downtown-Convention Center
A cozy lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large bookshelf filled with books.

11. The Junto

The Junto
4.0 star property
Downtown Columbus, 1.7 km from Discovery District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,018 reviews)
"Lovely hotel"
United States
Luisa
The price is Rp3.212.696
Rp4.408.981 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Junto
A restaurant with multiple tables, hanging brass instruments, and a brick wall.

12. Graduate by Hilton Columbus

Graduate by Hilton Columbus
4.0 star property
Short North, 2 km from Discovery District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, great location, bar could use food."
United States
Nicholas G
The price is Rp2.973.224
Rp3.538.137 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Graduate by Hilton Columbus
A hotel entrance with a covered outdoor seating area, a brick facade, and a landscaped garden.

13. 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, (1,607 reviews)
"Loved the location! Excellent accommodations. Wonderful place to stay!"
United States
Sharon
The price is Rp2.549.198
Rp3.008.053 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by chairs and tables, under string lights.

14. 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, (705 reviews)
"Clean, helpful staff, safe area!"
United States
Cathy
The price is Rp2.889.812
Rp3.409.978 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Columbus OSU
An outdoor patio area with a covered seating area, a grill, and a round table with chairs.

15. Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
3.0 star property
3.9 km from Discovery District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,373 reviews)
"Great location and property"
United States
Josh
The price is Rp2.421.630
Rp2.857.523 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
A modern hotel building with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it's a Hyatt Place.

16. 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, (1,096 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"
United States
Kevin
The price is Rp2.134.622
Rp2.518.854 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU
A breakfast area with a counter, stools, and seating.

17. Tru by Hilton Columbus Airport

Tru by Hilton Columbus Airport
2.5 star property
Northeast Columbus, 6.3 km from Discovery District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Good hotel for the money and location to airport"
United States
Stanley Bach
The price is Rp1.890.665
Rp2.230.984 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Tru by Hilton Columbus Airport
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Good place to stay."
United States
Daniel
The price is Rp2.493.382
Rp2.942.191 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus OSU
A spacious hotel lobby with a long wooden reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a large television screen.

19. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"It was great and affordable."
United States
Jack
The price is Rp1.976.661
Rp2.332.461 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area
A stone wall with a built-in fire feature and a seating area with wicker furniture.

20. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place enjoyed little pool too!"
United States
Ana
The price is Rp2.273.103
Rp2.682.262 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport
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Where to stay in Discovery District

Find the best Discovery District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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.

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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.

Top Discovery District Hotel Reviews

The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

8/10 Good
"It was a great place to stay if you’re going to do business or lost lands festival!"
Michelle 4-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

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.