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Because you’ll save on your room price, you can enjoy more of what Columbus has to offer. Top sights include Easton Town Center in Columbus, as well as Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in the area.

At many motels, you’re likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel property, you’ll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. The word “motel” was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.

Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Fairgrounds: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Ohio State University and Greater Columbus Convention Center. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU North: Free WiFi, free parking, and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. It’s located within a 10-minute drive of Ohio State University and Greater Columbus Convention Center. Motel 6 Columbus, OH - OSU: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Ohio State University and Schottenstein Center. German Village Inn Columbus: You’ll be located within a 5-minute drive of Greater Columbus Convention Center and COSI. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Motel 6 Columbus, OH - West: Stay within a short 7-minute drive of Hollywood Casino. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Choose from 21 motels in Columbus.

Check out the well-known zoo and college campus while you’re sightseeing. People who visit Columbus love the live music, theater scene, and festivals. Must-see places in and around Columbus include Easton Town Center and Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Columbus Commons, Genoa Park and Amphitheater, and Bicentennial Park. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions: COSI, LEGOLAND® Discovery Center, and Magic Mountain Fun Center East.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we’ve gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Columbus to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 34°F. Average annual precipitation for Columbus is 49 inches.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Columbus to help you navigate your stay: Fly into John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH), which is located 6.6 mi (10.6 km) away. Otherwise, look for flights into Marion, OH (MNN-Marion Municipal), which is 45.4 mi (73.1 km) away. If you’d like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.