Discovery District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A statue of a reclining figure surrounded by flowers and trees.
A red amusement park ride with a geometric structure, a parking lot, and a building with a 'CS' sign in the background.
Two colorful glass sculptures.
A cityscape with modern buildings and a large red 'ART' sculpture in the foreground.
A building with a sign that reads "Dispatch Ohio's Greatest Home Newspaper."

Stay near popular Discovery District attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Discovery District Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

3 out of 5
175 East Town St Columbus OH
The price is AU$154 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$154
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,020 reviews)
"Pictures are misleading staff was not friendly or welcoming the only nice people were the housekeepers ice machines were not working phone was not working smelled like cigarettes as soon as you walk in as if you were in a Las Vegas casino"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel

Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel

3.5 out of 5
50 North Third Street Columbus OH
The price is AU$268 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$268
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,005 reviews)
"Overall good. Pool and hot tub were a huge plus for us. Our room was in decent shape. Needed sheets for our pul out but couldn't get an answer when calling the front desk."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown

3 out of 5
412 E Main St Columbus OH
The price is AU$189 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$189
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown
Wyndham Columbus

Wyndham Columbus

2.5 out of 5
175 Hutchinson Ave Columbus OH
The price is AU$86 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$86
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free parking, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
6.8/10 (2,319 reviews)
"I highly recommend you avoid booking at this location. I checked in and went to my room and could not open the door to my room. I had to return to the front desk on the one working elevator (2 were not working, resulting in long waits) with all my luggage. While in the elevator, multiple people complained ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Wyndham Columbus
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

4 out of 5
2110 Tuttle Park Pl Columbus OH
The price is AU$190 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$190
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,585 reviews)
"Unique & lovely."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd Columbus OH
The price is AU$264 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$264
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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 ...
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
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.

Our guide on where to stay in Discovery District

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

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.

Polaris

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.

Northeast Columbus

If you're spending some time in Northeast Columbus, Easton Town Center and LEGOLAND® Discovery Center are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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.



Discovery District Travel Guide

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