Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Ohio Theatre

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Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Reception
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown places visitors in the city's vibrant heart. Enjoy a free breakfast buffet, seasonal outdoor pool, arcade room, high-speed WiFi, gym, business center, and multilingual staff for assistance.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 386
AED 455 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sep - 25 Sep

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Columbus, Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Scioto Audubon Metro Park and Lou Berliner Sports Park, while Ohio Theatre and COSI are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at Nationwide Arena, and consider making time for Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, a top attraction not to be missed. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area.
Map
650 South High Street, Columbus, OH, 43215

What's nearby

  • Ohio Theatre - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Lou Berliner Sports Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • COSI - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Nationwide Arena - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wendy's
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪First Watch - ‬5 min walk
  • Pistacia Vera
  • ‪Arepazo Tapas Bar Grille - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG

Hotel near Ohio Theatre
Located close to Scioto Audubon Metro Park and COSI, Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a gym and a business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Self parking (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and an elevator
  • A 24-hour front desk, a water dispenser, and a vending machine
  • Smoke-free premises, multilingual staff, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 59 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and sofa beds
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 12 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during the winter:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 12.00 per night (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Comfort Downtown Columbus
Comfort Inn Downtown Columbus
Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown Hotel
Inn Express Columbus Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–10:00 PM. The pool will be closed during the winter.

Is Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG?

Self parking is available for USD 12.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG located?

Located in Brewery District, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ohio Theatre, Lou Berliner Sports Park, and COSI. Scioto Audubon Metro Park and Nationwide Children's Hospital are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 505 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 71 out of 1009 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zhanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast, clean, friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean convenient and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbagail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very polite. There are a lot of dining options in the immediate area and it is close to the metro park.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly comfortable and very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Narayanan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Padilla

Super location with comfortable rooms and delicious breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I always like staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean-Michael

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, Excellent staff, and solid hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location for exploring German Village
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

The coffee at the breakfast area was great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There were two full beer bottles on an a/c unit in the hall right outside my door.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Keurig machine in room but no coffee pods. Just tea bags…… Bed was very high for a short person like me. Breakfast buffet was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kaly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant, nice outdoor pool. Good area close to bars/restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking is $12 a day but is limited I didn’t feel like that was fair to pay and come back to no parking spaces
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and the staff was friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable and quiet. There are plenty of dining options within walking distance. Only critique was that breakfast was pretty limited.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff pleasant and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are quite large, plenty of room and clean, comfy beds. the pillows were great too! The pool was a nice touch and very refreshing and also clean, breakfast had plenty of variety for us all! We will most likely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, simple, modern hotel, easy parking, good amenities, on the edge of the wonderful German Village neighborhood. Good value and great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ghaith

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Falsely advertised, dirty, carpet with multiple stains, furniture too old, elevator has barely functioning, smells old. Rates are higher than more advanced hotels. Simply it's a scam advertisement.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
German Village convience
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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