The Best Hotels Closest to Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Powell for 2026

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

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a wall-mounted artwork.

1. Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington

9.7 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Aimee

￥14,696

￥17,342 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

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

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

5.7 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Janhavi

￥16,213

￥19,131 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A Drury Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a prominent entrance with a covered area.

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

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

3. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

12.6 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Carin

￥19,909

￥23,115 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A gym with treadmills, a weight machine, and a mirror.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee cups and containers.

A Holiday Inn Express sign with American flags, surrounded by greenery and a building in the background.

4. Holiday Inn Express Columbus-Dublin by IHG

9.4 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Samantha

￥13,432

￥15,850 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

A hotel reception area with a dark reception desk, a red carpet, and framed pictures on the wall.

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

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

12.8 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Johnathan

￥16,924

￥19,648 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a sign reading "NAISSANCE HOTEL," and a landscaped area with planters and benches.

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

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

6. Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris Hotel

14.8 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Stacia

￥28,072

￥33,686 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A poolside lounge area with a chair, a table with drinks, and a newspaper.

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

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

7. The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center

8.5 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Benjamin

￥16,811

￥19,501 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

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

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large wall with geometric patterns, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

8. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

6.1 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

sydney

￥24,035

￥28,602 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area with round tables, and a view of the kitchen and dining area.

A modern bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a dining area with tables set for two.

A modern bar area with a bar counter, multiple stools, and a seating area with green chairs and a round table.

A Four Points by Sheraton hotel with a covered entrance, parking lot, and well-maintained landscaping.

9. Four Points by Sheraton Columbus-Polaris

12.7 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Roni

￥13,147

￥15,265 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a pergola, and a brick pathway.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, large windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a variety of food items.

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbus/Polaris, OH

13 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Caleb

￥16,655

￥19,337 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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.

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

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a visible sign for 'The Placery'.

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.

11. Hyatt Place Columbus Dublin

8.9 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Richard

￥15,802

￥18,646 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

A living room with a dark leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a plant.

12. Pacer Inn And Suites Delaware

15.4 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Timothy

￥9,758

￥11,319 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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

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

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

13. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Dublin

8.9 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Rick N.

￥18,487

￥21,815 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

A hotel reception area with a Coca-Cola refrigerator, snack vending machine, and a reception desk with a digital screen.

A gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, and weight machines.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a display of coffee products.

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

9.9 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Jonathan

￥17,540

￥20,698 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A Staybridge Suites hotel with a sign, parking lot, and a clear blue sky.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV, a small bar area, and a bed in the adjacent room.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and bar stools.

15. Staybridge Suites Columbus Polaris by IHG

12.2 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Tara

￥20,069

￥23,301 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A Best Western hotel with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a refrigerator, and a coffee machine.

A hotel lobby with seating, a reception desk, a refrigerator, and a television.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a flat-screen TV, and a fireplace.

16. Best Western Hilliard Inn & Suites

13.9 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Donald

￥16,061

￥18,953 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'avid' sign, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a teal accent wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of the city.

A clear indoor swimming pool with a 5 FT depth marker, pool rules sign, and a clock on the wall.

17. avid hotel Columbus Northwest - Hilliard by IHG

13.8 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Niki

￥15,644

￥18,460 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small kitchenette, and a seating area with a table and chair.

A hotel room with a desk, a red leather chair, a black office chair, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a lamp, and a sports-themed artwork on the wall.

A vending machine with a water dispenser and a beverage vending machine labeled 'Smart Snacks Naturals 2GO'.

A laundry room with stacked washers and dryers, an exit sign, and a coin-operated soap dispenser.

18. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus - Worthington

9.7 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Kate

￥11,262

￥13,288 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A multi-story hotel with a gas station attached, featuring a modern design with a mix of grey and blue exterior walls, multiple windows, and a clear sky with clouds.

A lobby with a brick wall, a flat-screen TV, a coffee station, and seating area with patterned chairs.

A living room with a fireplace, a green sofa, a green armchair, a television mounted on a brick wall, and a computer desk with a chair.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a covered area.

19. Quality Inn & Suites Delaware South

13.3 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Rebecca

￥11,954

￥13,868 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a fire pit, and a view of the surrounding buildings.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV on a wooden dresser, a walk-in closet, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, multiple chairs, a round table, and a stone accent wall.

An indoor swimming pool with yellow and red chairs, a blue lounge chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

20. Home2 Suites Polaris Columbus, OH

11.9 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Cierra

￥19,307

￥22,415 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington	9.0 Wonderful 1,347 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin	9.6 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris	9.4 Exceptional 1,387 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Columbus-Dublin by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View

Top Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms were spacious and fit our family of 5 travelers perfectly. Breakfast was great and we enjoyed the omelette station. There was a bar and so much comfy seating in the center area. The manager’s reception was also nice at the end of the day where they offered two drinks and snacks."

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

10/10 Excellent

"We found this hotel to be very clean. The staff was pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was great. They had something for everyone. We will definitely stay here when we visit Columbus. Highly recommend."

Enjoy this fully functional guest house with a beautiful backyard and forest!

10/10 Excellent

"A previous stay with a different host had kind of convoluted parking set-up, involving confusing street signs, a photo with the park here/not here markings, and having to message the host with our license plate number. After that, it was a very nice and hassle-free experience to have an easy-to-access and clearly marked parking set-up. It's appreciated to have one less thing to fret over while on vacation!I also prefer a room and furniture set-up like this that feels more like a bed & breakfast than some of the other VRBO offerings that are clearly rooms that were arranged to be very "hotel-like."The surrounding area is nice and quiet while still being a short and easy drive to other things to do in the Powell and Dublin areas.I don't know if it's a silly thing to mention, but I think the heated toilet seat should be one of the listed amenities in the VRBO description. It might not sound like as much of a luxury as a hot tub, but...hey, once you've tried it...!"

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus - Dublin

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

Cozy 3-Bedroom Powell Home Near Columbus Zoo – Sleeps 9

10/10 Excellent

"This house was perfect for our quick stay. Very clean. Comfortable beds. Fun snacks. Great location. Thanks for making the process so easy."

Buckeye cozy condo with hot tub and pool table

10/10 Excellent

"Very cute condo! You can tell that the owner, Julie, took a lot of care in making her property comfortable for guests. We contacted her with a couple questions, and she responded quickly and kindly. We recommend this property!"

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful and comfortable stay. Convenient to the parking garage and walkable. Pet areas are clean and bags provided."

Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Dublin

10/10 Excellent

"It was fairly clean even though they were doing renovations at the end of our hallway. Only downside is the elevator and ice machine was far from our room. We had a nice balcony in the courtyard but it only had one chair and no table unlike the other rooms. But Russell at the front desk was super helpful and had great customer service. Unfortunately, we didn’t know of any breakfast options by the hotel in the mornings."

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

10/10 Excellent

"The beds were very comfortable. Room was pretty quiet even withe busy road and elevators by our room. Front desk staff super friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend this property!"

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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 great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Zoombezi Bay Waterpark

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Bring the kiddos to Zoombezi Bay Waterpark and enjoy some excitement 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 when you take a trip to Leatherlips Monument. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this family-friendly area.

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Dublin Arts Council

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Dublin Arts Council during your travels in Dublin. Check out 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.

Where is the best place to stay near Columbus Zoo and Aquarium?

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus - Dublin is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. Other good options within 5 miles include Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin and Hampton Inn Columbus/Dublin.

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

Expedia has 65 hotels and other accommodations 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! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Columbus Zoo and Aquarium?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, head over to our customer service page.

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 favorites 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. Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

3. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

4. Holiday Inn Express Columbus-Dublin by IHG

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

6. Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris Hotel

7. The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center

8. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

9. Four Points by Sheraton Columbus-Polaris

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbus/Polaris, OH

11. Hyatt Place Columbus Dublin

12. Pacer Inn And Suites Delaware

13. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Dublin

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

15. Staybridge Suites Columbus Polaris by IHG

16. Best Western Hilliard Inn & Suites

17. avid hotel Columbus Northwest - Hilliard by IHG

18. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus - Worthington

19. Quality Inn & Suites Delaware South

20. Home2 Suites Polaris Columbus, OH

Compare popular hotels close to Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Top Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

Enjoy this fully functional guest house with a beautiful backyard and forest!

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus - Dublin

Cozy 3-Bedroom Powell Home Near Columbus Zoo – Sleeps 9

Buckeye cozy condo with hot tub and pool table

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Dublin

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

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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