10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Powell from AU$108

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A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and multiple floors.

A modern hotel room with a dark wall, wooden shelves, a round table, two chairs, a desk with a printer, and a mounted television.

An outdoor patio with stone walls, a fireplace, and seating areas.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a stone fireplace.

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

5.7 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Sharon

AU$169

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An outdoor seating area with modern furniture and a built-in fire feature.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a large mirror.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent sign for 'Springhill Suites by Marriott'.

A modern hotel lobby with round tables, sofas, and a bar area.

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

6.1 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Brenda

AU$224

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, ottomans, and a reception desk.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a brick wall.

A modern restaurant with booths, high tables, and a bar area.

An indoor swimming pool with clear signage, a lifeguard chair, and a view of the outdoors.

3. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

12.6 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Sheryl

AU$183

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A lakeside hotel with a reflection of lights on the water, a large building with multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

A gym with multiple treadmills and elliptical machines, large windows, and a clean, modern design.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a building in the background.

A buffet setup with various food items and a coffee station.

4. The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center

8.5 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Anthony

AU$199

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, a beverage dispenser, and a television mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden ceiling design, and a brick accent wall.

A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a prominent archway and illuminated signage.

A hotel room with a desk, a television, a sofa, and a bed.

5. Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington

9.7 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Lawrence

AU$168

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with steps leading into it, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a parking lot, a flag, and a landscaped garden with flowers.

A spacious hotel lobby with a long reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a fireplace.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

12.8 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Mary

AU$158

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel at dusk with a wet pavement, outdoor seating, and a covered area.

A hotel room with a desk, a television, a sofa, and a chair.

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, surrounded by columns and curtains.

An indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a view of the outside through large windows.

7. Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Dublin

6.3 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Henry

AU$167

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An outdoor terrace with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the cityscape at dusk.

The exterior of the AC Hotel Dublin with a modern design, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, multiple bar stools, and large windows offering a city view at dusk.

A modern lobby with a bar area, leather seating, and a large window with a city view.

8. AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Dublin

6.1 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Curt

AU$297

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window.

A hotel with a prominent 'Hilton Express' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot with vehicles.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, a pool ladder, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a bar.

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus - Worthington by IHG

9.9 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Jonathan

AU$176

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel entrance with a covered outdoor seating area, a brick facade, and a landscaped garden.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, multiple seating areas, a staircase, and a view of the upper floor.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a bar area.

A spacious indoor dining area with round tables, chairs, and string lights.

10. The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

18.9 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Kimberly

AU$182

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and string lights.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by potted plants and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

A modern coffee and tea shop with a counter displaying various beverages, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a 'Good Morning' sign.

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

6.6 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Silvia

AU$184

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a mix of brick and glass facades, and a prominent signage for 'Townplace Suites by Marriott'.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a view of a street with a Rusty Bucket store.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden flooring, and a large window providing natural light.

A gym with treadmills, dumbbells, and weight benches.

12. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbus North - OSU

17.4 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Thomas Michael

AU$214

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, and a central sofa area.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, small round table, TV, and a brick accent wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear signage, including a 'No Diving Allowed' sign, and a view of the outside through large windows.

13. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Dublin

8.9 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Karen

AU$200

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A modern conference room with a large wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a colorful wall display.

A modern bar area with a curved ceiling, large windows, and bar stools.

A stone fire pit with a fire, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and potted plants, set against a backdrop of a lake and fountain.

14. Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris Hotel

14.8 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Lindsay

AU$298

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a wall-mounted lamp, and a picture frame.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a wooden reception desk, a blue accent wall, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a small round table, a desk with a chair, a floor lamp, and a framed abstract artwork on the wall.

An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a covered picnic table.

15. Hyatt Place Columbus Dublin

8.9 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Jeramil

AU$165

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

The exterior of a hotel named "Pacer Inn & Suites" with a classic architectural style, featuring a central entrance with a bench, large windows, and a sign indicating the establishment is open.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and two paintings on the wall.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a digital screen, and a fire extinguisher on the wall.

A hotel hallway with a red carpet, wall-mounted lights, and potted plants.

16. Pacer Inn And Suites Delaware

15.4 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

John

AU$108

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A large brick building with a modern entrance, multiple windows, and a well-maintained landscaped area with hedges and a driveway.

A hotel lobby with leather armchairs, a bar area, and a seating area with a patterned carpet.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a table, surrounded by large windows and potted plants.

A modern bar area with a central bar, seating around it, and a visible exit sign.

17. Marriott Columbus Northwest

8.8 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

julie

AU$237

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A modern bar area with a counter, stools, and tables. There are menu boards above the counter and a television screen displaying a sports event.

A hotel reception area with two wooden reception desks, a seating area with a table and chairs, and a dark wall with a decorative panel.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A snack and beverage section with various brands and products.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington

9.7 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Blake

AU$153

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A Holiday Inn Express building with a stone facade, multiple flags, and a clear sky.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a diving board, and lounge chairs around the perimeter.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a glass door entrance, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a coffee machine.

19. Holiday Inn Express Columbus-Dublin by IHG

9.4 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Loida

AU$166

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin	9.6 Exceptional 547 reviews	View
Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris	9.4 Exceptional 1,337 reviews	View
The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington	9.0 Wonderful 1,334 reviews	View

Top Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Wyndham Columbus

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful job"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is so convenient to family when we visit. It is always clean, has friendly staff, great breakfasts, nice indoor pool, and convenient parking."

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

10/10 Excellent

"Had everything we need. Was a great stay."

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

10/10 Excellent

"Room was beautiful well thought out room design. Very comfortable mattresses roomy bathroom Great staff at front desk Did hear a little co structuring noise but not terrible"

Buckeye cozy condo with hot tub and pool table

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed one night very cute neighborhood and home. Would stay again!"

Indoor Pool Retreat • 5 Min to Zoo • Near Golf

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely stay! The pool was clean and fun. The beds were very comfortable and the home was spotless."

Dublin Blue Haven - Home for 12

8/10 Good

"Good, functional property. Had all the essentials and plenty of room for guests. Pretty well maintained though a few minor maintenance issues, nothing of great concern. Quiet, safe neighborhood. Over all, not too bad!"

Powell Home w/ Fire Pit - 5 Mi to Columbus Zoo!

10/10 Excellent

"Our family was there for the weekend. We had a great time, loved the firepit. Was very cozy house and a relaxing area."

THE RIVERHOUSE-RIVERFRONT. 3 minutes to Bridge Park, Columbus Zoo

10/10 Excellent

"Booked for our daughter's wedding for our family to stay in and it was perfect!"

Other attractions near Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

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The Candle Lab

6.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy an outing to The Candle Lab during your stay in Powell. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Scioto Park

8.4/10 (113 reviews)

Scioto Park is just one of the places to see in Dublin, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

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Zoombezi Bay Waterpark

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Bring the family to Zoombezi Bay Waterpark and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Powell. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Safari Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Powell at Safari Golf Club. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Morgan House Gift Shop

8.2/10 (63 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Morgan House Gift Shop during your trip to Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Bloomin Beads, Etc.

Enjoy an outing to Bloomin Beads, Etc. during your stay in Powell. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Leatherlips Monument

8.0/10 (40 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Dublin with a stop at Leatherlips Monument. Discover the great live music and shops in this family-friendly area.

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Dublin Arts Council

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Dublin Arts Council during your travels in Dublin. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Columbus Zoo and Aquarium?

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is located in a welcoming area of Powell known for its popular zoo. You'll find 65 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Columbus Zoo and Aquarium?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. Other good options within 5 miles include Hampton Inn Columbus/Dublin and Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Columbus Zoo and Aquarium?

Expedia has 65 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.

What can I see and do near Columbus Zoo and Aquarium?

You can wander around Bridge Park, Indian Run Falls Park or Coffman Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Zoombezi Bay Waterpark, Morgan House Gift Shop and Bloomin Beads, Etc. are some favourites close by Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Olentangy Indian Caverns, Highbanks Metro Park and Sam and Eulalia Frantz Park.

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Our top choices for Columbus Zoo and Aquarium hotels

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

3. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

4. The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center

5. Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

7. Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Dublin

8. AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Dublin

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus - Worthington by IHG

10. The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

12. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbus North - OSU

13. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Dublin

14. Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris Hotel

15. Hyatt Place Columbus Dublin

16. Pacer Inn And Suites Delaware

17. Marriott Columbus Northwest

18. Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington

19. Holiday Inn Express Columbus-Dublin by IHG

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Top Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Wyndham Columbus

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

Buckeye cozy condo with hot tub and pool table

Indoor Pool Retreat • 5 Min to Zoo • Near Golf

Dublin Blue Haven - Home for 12

Powell Home w/ Fire Pit - 5 Mi to Columbus Zoo!

THE RIVERHOUSE-RIVERFRONT. 3 minutes to Bridge Park, Columbus Zoo

Other attractions near Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

The Candle Lab

Scioto Park

Zoombezi Bay Waterpark

Safari Golf Club

Morgan House Gift Shop

Bloomin Beads, Etc.

Leatherlips Monument

Dublin Arts Council

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