Central Ohio

Travel Guide

National Veterans Memorial and Museum featuring a memorial, a garden and heritage elements
National Veterans Memorial and Museum featuring a memorial, a garden and heritage elements
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens which includes a garden and interior views as well as a couple
COSI featuring signage as well as a large group of people
Veterans Memorial showing signage and a memorial

Where to stay in Central Ohio

Santa Maria which includes heritage elements and a bay or harbour

Downtown Columbus

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Columbus
The Broad Street Bridge over the Scioto River in columbus, Ohio

Polaris

4/5(1 area review)

Polaris is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Polaris Fashion Place and Topgolf while you're in town.

Polaris
Columbus is a City in central Ohio

Short North

Short North is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Market and Jazz Arts Group while in the area.

Short North
Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio

University District

4/5(1 area review)

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.

University District
Old residential buildings along brick sidewalks maintain an old world charm in German Village, a uniquely preserved neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio

Worthington

Unique features of Worthington include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by McConnell Arts Center or The Candle Lab while you're exploring the area.

Worthington
Schiller Park showing a pond, autumn leaves and a park

German Village

You'll enjoy the restaurants and churches in German Village. You might want to make time for a stop at Schwartz Castle or Muse Gallery.

German Village
Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd Columbus OH
The price is HK$961 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
HK$961
HK$1,318 total
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,570 reviews)
Room was nice and the bed was comfortable! My biggest upset was that there was construction happening in the room next to us. I was hoping for a morning sleeping in but that didn’t happen once the construction began. Would be nice if they didn’t book rooms close to one under repair.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Wyndham Columbus

Wyndham Columbus

4 out of 5
175 Hutchinson Ave Columbus OH
The price is HK$461 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
HK$461
HK$544 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.8/10 (1,927 reviews)
Good place minus the police being needed…

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Wyndham Columbus
The Junto

The Junto

4 out of 5
77 Belle St Columbus OH
The price is HK$1,301 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
HK$1,301
HK$1,798 total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (806 reviews)
Room was super clean, beds are comfy, lobby is warm and inviting, check-in process was seamless, staff was friendly!

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

The Junto
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Jungle House Modern Lofts – Arena District & Short North

Jungle House Modern Lofts – Arena District & Short North

5 out of 5
605 Dennison Avenue Columbus OH
Stay at this luxury holiday home in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Popular attractions Nationwide Arena and COSI are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
The location was increidble--my boyfriend and I were able to walk to all of the Short North main areas. It was our first time visiting Columbus, so this was a great place for us to stay. The place itself was very comfortable and cozy and had all of the amentiites of a hotel, but in a much cuter space. ...

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Jungle House Modern Lofts – Arena District & Short North
Pool, Hot tub, Sauna, sleeps 29!

Pool, Hot tub, Sauna, sleeps 29!

Lancaster OH
Stay at this holiday home in Lancaster. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a sauna. Popular attractions Charles F. Alley Park and Goslin Nature Center are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
We stayed here for our family Christmas, and it truly felt like a warm, inviting space for our large family. The house has a beautifully open and cozy atmosphere that made us feel at home. Its architecture is stunning, and the home was clean and well-stocked, making our stay comfortable. The owner ...

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Pool, Hot tub, Sauna, sleeps 29!
Exceptionally clean, woodsy surroundings, hot tub, close to Hocking Hills!

Exceptionally clean, woodsy surroundings, hot tub, close to Hocking Hills!

Lancaster OH
Stay at this holiday home in Lancaster. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Goslin Nature Center and Charles F. Alley Park are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (127 reviews)
The house was in excellent condition and very clean. The host was responsive when asked questions.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Exceptionally clean, woodsy surroundings, hot tub, close to Hocking Hills!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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