The Best Hotels Closest to Ohio Expo Center and State Fair in Columbus for 2026

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1. Jungle House Premier Residences – Downtown Columbus & Short North

Italian Village, 2.1 km from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

Dean

AED 669 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

2. Jungle House Luxury Lofts – Short North High Street

Short North, 2.1 km from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

Jim

AED 390 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

3. Jungle House Boutique Suites – Short North & Convention Center

Short North, 2.9 km from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

Lynn

AED 456 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Aug - 7 Aug

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4. Jungle House Boutique Residences – Downtown Columbus & Short North

2.7 km from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

Erin

AED 639 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Aug - 7 Aug

5. The Lincoln Short North B&B

Italian Village, 2.9 km from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

Dale

AED 633 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

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6. Jungle House Urban Lofts - Short North & Convention Center

Italian Village, 2.9 km from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

Melanie

AED 708 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

7. The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel

1.6 km from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

Tatyana L.

AED 297 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

8. Jungle House Studio Suites – Short North & Convention Center

Short North, 2.9 km from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

Taylor

AED 353 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

9. Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

3.1 km from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

Eric

AED 585 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

10. Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph

Short North, 3.1 km from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

Elizabeth

AED 731 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

11. Moxy Columbus Short North

Short North, 2.8 km from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

Cheryl

AED 620 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

12. Comfort Suites Columbus Expo Center

0.3 km from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

Sujay Subbayya

AED 421 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

13. Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG

1.5 km from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

Brandon

AED 375 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

14. The Luxe Pearl Residences 872.5

Short North, 2.6 km from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

AED 753 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

15. Summit Scholars 1 For 6!

1.4 km from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

AED 1,338 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

16. Summit Scholars Suites For 12!

1.4 km from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

AED 2,544 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

17. Summit Scholars 2 For 6!

1.4 km from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

AED 1,299 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

18. Jungle House Luxury Stays - Downtown Columbus & Short North

3.4 km from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

Flavio

AED 595 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

19. Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

Downtown Columbus, 3.7 km from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

Katie

AED 663 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus OSU

Oletangy West, 4 km from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

Jacob

AED 646 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Jungle House Premier Residences – Downtown Columbus & Short North	5.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 14 reviews	View
Jungle House Luxury Lofts – Short North High Street	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 29 reviews	View
Jungle House Boutique Suites – Short North & Convention Center	5.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 69 reviews	View
Jungle House Boutique Residences – Downtown Columbus & Short North	5.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 21 reviews	View
The Lincoln Short North B&B	3.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 606 reviews	View

Top Ohio Expo Center and State Fair Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Requested a fan and Melissa from housekeeping made it happen!"

Hyatt Regency Columbus

10/10 Excellent

"The room was great. I use a wheelchair and canes for mobility. The room was very accessible. But the bathroom sink did not have and hand holds around it, and was only held on the wall by the plumbing. Anyone with mobility issues is going to need something to lean on and eventually the sink and the plumbing are going to give way. There were plenty of hand hold bars in the bathtub but it was set up by someone who doesn’t have any experience with handicap accessibility. There were lots of handholds around the bathroom, but they were not practically placed. All the amenities were very nice though."

Winterfell Barcade - OSU Home in Weinland Park/Short North

10/10 Excellent

"Property is very well kept and comes as advertised. The host communicated well and the check-in process was clearly explained and seamless. We were in for an Ohio Star visit. Depending on where on campus you’re headed, it’s either walkable or a quick 5 minute Uber/Lyft."

Other attractions near Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

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Ohio State Fairgrounds

8.6/10 (117 reviews)

Enjoy a stop at Ohio State Fairgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ohio Expo Center and State Fair?

Ohio Expo Center and State Fair is located in an area of Columbus known for its great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 89 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Ohio Expo Center and State Fair?

Adjacent to Ohio Expo Center and State Fair, Comfort Suites Columbus Expo Center is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Fairgrounds and Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Ohio Expo Center and State Fair?

Expedia has 89 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ohio Expo Center and State Fair.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ohio Expo Center and State Fair, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Ohio Expo Center and State Fair.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Ohio Expo Center and State Fair?

For more information about updating your stay near Ohio Expo Center and State Fair or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Ohio Expo Center and State Fair?

Columbus Museum of Art, COSI, and Ohio History Center feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Palace Theatre, Ohio Theatre, and LeVeque Tower are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can catch a show at Newport Music Hall, KEMBA Live!, and Southern Theater.

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Our top choices for Ohio Expo Center and State Fair hotels

1. Jungle House Premier Residences – Downtown Columbus & Short North

2. Jungle House Luxury Lofts – Short North High Street

3. Jungle House Boutique Suites – Short North & Convention Center

4. Jungle House Boutique Residences – Downtown Columbus & Short North

5. The Lincoln Short North B&B

6. Jungle House Urban Lofts - Short North & Convention Center

7. The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel

8. Jungle House Studio Suites – Short North & Convention Center

9. Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

10. Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph

11. Moxy Columbus Short North

12. Comfort Suites Columbus Expo Center

13. Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG

14. The Luxe Pearl Residences 872.5

15. Summit Scholars 1 For 6!

16. Summit Scholars Suites For 12!

17. Summit Scholars 2 For 6!

18. Jungle House Luxury Stays - Downtown Columbus & Short North

19. Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus OSU

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Top Ohio Expo Center and State Fair Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Other attractions near Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

Ohio State Fairgrounds

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