The Best Hotels Closest to Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds in Columbus for 2026

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A dining area with round glass tables and wooden chairs, a chandelier, and a view into the dining room.

A living room with a gray sofa, a wooden coffee table, a wicker chair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall displaying a scenic road.

A brick patio with a tree, a chair, and a building in the background.

A room with a round wooden coffee table, two armchairs, a sofa, a fireplace, and a chandelier.

1. The Lincoln Short North B&B

Italian Village, 2.5 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Joseph

￥23,899

￥30,250 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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

Short North, 2.6 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Cristina

￥4,791

￥20,458 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A kitchen with a double sink, a ceiling fan, a brick wall, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, a large window with curtains, and a brick wall.

A dining area with a table set for two, a staircase with wooden balusters, and a brick fireplace.

A room with a large mirror, a decorative elephant figurine, and potted plants on a dark console unit.

3. Jungle House Boutique Lofts – Downtown Columbus & Short North

Victorian Village, 2.1 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Elizabeth

￥6,397

￥22,354 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a cowhide rug, and a small round table with a plant and a remote control.

A bedroom with an orange wall, a bed with white bedding, a yellow throw blanket, a small table with a plant, and a monkey figurine.

A modern dining room with a wooden table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of a hallway.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a brick wall, and a large window.

4. Jungle House Downtown Columbus – Modern Boutique Suites

Italian Village, 2.7 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Jasmine

￥5,099

￥20,823 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A bedroom with a bed, a round mirror, a ceiling fan, a brick wall, a kitchen area, and a wooden floor.

A bedroom with a brick wall, a round mirror, a bed with white bedding, a ceiling fan, and a white refrigerator.

A kitchen with a white refrigerator, a trash bin, a small table with a coffee machine, and a brick wall.

A kitchen with a brick wall, white cabinets, a refrigerator, an oven, and a door.

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

Short North, 2.6 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Taylor

￥5,298

￥13,517 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A corner with a brick wall, a table, a chair, and a potted plant.

A kitchen with a brick wall, white cabinets, a marble countertop, and hanging plants.

A modern living room with a green sofa, wooden flooring, a brick wall, and a kitchen area with white cabinets.

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, a hanging macrame decoration, a wooden door, and a brick wall.

6. Jungle House Luxury Lofts – Short North High Street

Short North, 1.8 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Rachel

￥5,636

￥15,868 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

7. The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

University District, 2.3 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Isreal

￥20,758

￥24,494 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

Victorian Village, 3.1 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Flavio

￥5,238

￥20,986 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

An outdoor patio area with a covered seating area, a grill, and a round table with chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a kitchen in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables, with large windows providing natural light.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a television.

9. Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

2.9 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Jeremiah

￥21,310

￥25,146 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, modern furniture, and a glass wall leading to an outdoor area.

A dining area with a central table surrounded by chairs, a wine rack in the background, and a chandelier.

A modern hotel room with a city view, a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and a small side table.

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, a fireplace, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

10. Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph

Short North, 2.8 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Shane

￥27,049

￥32,188 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A restaurant with multiple tables, hanging brass instruments, and a brick wall.

A hotel lobby with a checkered floor, a sofa set, armchairs, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

A hotel with a 'Graduate' sign, large windows, and a modern facade.

11. Graduate by Hilton Columbus

Short North, 2.6 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Deven

￥26,835

￥31,933 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio with stone seating, a fire pit, and a water feature.

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

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a chair, a bed with white bedding, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large wall with a cityscape mural.

12. SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU

Grandview Heights, 3.2 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Nancy

￥17,105

￥20,185 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hot tub under a wooden gazebo with a bench and a trash bin nearby.

A two-story house with a red facade, white trim, and a front porch. There are two American flags on the left side of the porch.

A room with three wooden beds, a blue striped rug, and a mirror on the wall.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a sofa, and a kitchen area with a dining table and chairs.

13. The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel

1.8 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

fougere

￥8,818

￥10,405 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A rooftop bar with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and a view of the city.

The exterior of AC Hotel Columbus with a brick facade, large glass entrance, and a tree in the foreground.

A modern office space with a dining area, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a city view.

A modern bar area with high stools, a wooden bar counter, and a large window offering a city view.

14. AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown

Arena District, 3.1 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Noel

￥28,692

￥34,196 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A mural with coffee-related illustrations and text, including "Latte," "Mocha," and "Buckeye."

A building with a sign reading "Crimson Cup Coffee Drive Thru" and a sign indicating a coffee drive-thru service.

A compact room with a bed, a microwave, a refrigerator, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

A modern hotel room with a round mirror, a flat-screen TV, a wooden desk, and a built-in microwave.

15. Olentangy Motor Inn

Grandview Heights, 3.2 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Patricia

￥13,809

￥16,294 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a central entrance.

A spacious lobby with a staircase, seating areas, and a large chandelier.

A brick building with large windows and a sidewalk lined with potted plants.

An indoor swimming pool with a skylight, lounge area with seating, and a clock on the wall.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown

Short North, 3.1 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Alejandro

￥29,527

￥34,843 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

An outdoor patio with modern furniture, a fireplace, and string lights.

A modern lobby with a bar area, seating, luggage storage, and a check-in counter.

A modern lounge area with a central round table, seating, and a bookshelf.

A modern bar area with pool tables, bar stools, and a pool table.

17. Moxy Columbus Short North

Short North, 2.5 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Ashley

￥25,430

￥30,008 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a 3 FT depth marker, and multiple lounge chairs around the perimeter.

A spacious lobby with a large mural, seating area, kitchenette, and a Marketplace.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a staircase to the upper level, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a red sofa, a wooden table, and a desk with a lamp. There are three framed pictures on the wall.

18. Comfort Suites Columbus Expo Center

0.4 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Tonya

￥15,485

￥18,271 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

A modern office space with a desk, computer, printer, and a colorful abstract painting on the wall.

A gym with exercise equipment, a treadmill, and a weight bench.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

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

1.8 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Dana

￥13,733

￥16,677 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A reception desk with a clock, a sign indicating smoking rules, and a directory on the wall.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, towel rack, and a shower.

A Days Inn with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

20. Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Fairgrounds

0.4 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

John

￥13,283

￥15,674 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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Compare popular hotels close to Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Lincoln Short North B&B	10.0 Exceptional 618 reviews	View
Jungle House Boutique Suites – Short North & Convention Center	10.0 Exceptional 81 reviews	View
Jungle House Boutique Lofts – Downtown Columbus & Short North	9.8 Exceptional 38 reviews	View
Jungle House Downtown Columbus – Modern Boutique Suites	9.8 Exceptional 32 reviews	View
Jungle House Studio Suites – Short North & Convention Center	9.8 Exceptional 13 reviews	View

Top Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"We love Drury! Perfect for families with kids."

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing hotel super convenient for events at the Shoe. The only complaint I would have is paper thin walls. You can hear everything."

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, organized main floor. Appreciated the gym and bar/restaurant availability."

Hyatt Regency Columbus

10/10 Excellent

"I think they need a microwave in the room too"

Comfort Suites Columbus Expo Center

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and updated, helpful staff, good breakfast, and easy access to highway."

Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Fairgrounds

8/10 Good

"Perfect location for what we were doing"

Big Group Getaway Near OSU with 6BR, 8 Beds, 5-Car Parking

8/10 Good

"Owner communication was great. The living room tv remote was missing. We had one in hand within an hour. The building was good for campus property. It’s an old building so there are some superficial blemishes. Utilities were all great. Proximity to railroad tracks was a slight issue as trains ran Friday night. Ok after. We selected this property for the size and location. For that it was great."

Winterfell Barcade - OSU Home in Weinland Park/Short North

8/10 Good

"Two parking spaces off the alley plus street parking. Location is close to downtown.Fun Game of Thrones decor. Nice Keurig. Fenced backyard. Only 1 bathroom, but with modern shower and plenty of hot water. Dishwasher. No laundry washer and dryer.Host was very responsive to questions and a request."

English Court Barcade: OSU home in Weinland Park/Short North

10/10 Excellent

"It was cool and different. The only thing that stunk was the dog next door never stopped barking. But it's not the property owners fault. Other than that fun place to stay."

Other attractions near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

A soccer field with players in yellow and green uniforms, spectators in the stands, and a goalpost.

Historic Crew Stadium

8.0/10 (763 reviews)

Catch an event at Historic Crew Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Wexner Center for the Arts

10.0/10 (7 reviews)

Discover a world of new and exciting contemporary art, performance and film at this laboratory for the arts at Ohio State University.

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Natural Resources Park

After visiting Natural Resources Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbus. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.

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Ohio History Center

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Ohio History Center during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

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Newport Music Hall

9.2/10 (45 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Newport Music Hall during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's entertainment choices and lively festivals.

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Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum during your travels in Columbus. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

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Jazz Arts Group

You can get tickets for a performance at Jazz Arts Group during your stay in Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Progressive Field

Catch an event at Progressive Field during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds?

Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds 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 123 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds?

Adjacent to Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds, 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. Another good choice is Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Fairgrounds, located just 0.3 mi (0.4 km) away.

How many hotels are there near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds?

Expedia has 123 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds.

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

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

You'll want to browse the collections at Columbus Museum of Art, COSI, and Ohio History Center. Explore landmarks like Lincoln Theatre, Palace Theatre, and LeVeque Tower. You can check out the local talent at Newport Music Hall, KEMBA Live!, and Riffe Center Theatre Complex.

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Our top choices for Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds hotels

1. The Lincoln Short North B&B

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

3. Jungle House Boutique Lofts – Downtown Columbus & Short North

4. Jungle House Downtown Columbus – Modern Boutique Suites

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

6. Jungle House Luxury Lofts – Short North High Street

7. The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

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

9. Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

10. Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph

11. Graduate by Hilton Columbus

12. SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU

13. The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel

14. AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown

15. Olentangy Motor Inn

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown

17. Moxy Columbus Short North

18. Comfort Suites Columbus Expo Center

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

20. Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Fairgrounds

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Top Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Hyatt Regency Columbus

Comfort Suites Columbus Expo Center

Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Fairgrounds

Big Group Getaway Near OSU with 6BR, 8 Beds, 5-Car Parking

Winterfell Barcade - OSU Home in Weinland Park/Short North

English Court Barcade: OSU home in Weinland Park/Short North

Other attractions near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Historic Crew Stadium

Wexner Center for the Arts

Natural Resources Park

Ohio History Center

Newport Music Hall

Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum

Jazz Arts Group

Progressive Field

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