What's it like in Discovery District?

Discovery District is a neighborhood that people enjoy for its array of dining options. Be sure to check out Columbus Museum of Art and Kelton House Museum and Garden as part of your Discovery District travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Discovery District?

Based on our traveler data, Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay in Discovery District. This hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel and Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown .

How many hotels are there in Discovery District?

If you're searching for places to stay in Columbus, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 40 Discovery District hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Discovery District, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Discovery District.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Discovery District?

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What can I see and do in this Columbus neighborhood?

Sights like Columbus Museum of Art and Kelton House Museum and Garden can be part of your cultural tour of Discovery District. A visit to James Thurber House is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighborhood. Nationwide Arena, BalletMet Performance Center, and Ohio Statehouse are just a few of the places to visit in and around Discovery District. While you're out sightseeing in Columbus, be sure to visit other sights like Capitol Square or Ohio Theatre.

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1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown

Discovery District

Brandon

￥22,208 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

2. Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel

Discovery District

Shequeena

￥32,672 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

Suite, 1 Bedroom | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

3. Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

Discovery District

Lauren

￥16,417 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 13 - Aug 14

Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom | WiFi (free), bed sheets

4. Town St Medical Lofts

Discovery District

Areli

￥34,073 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

5. Hyatt Regency Columbus

Downtown Columbus, 1.3 km from Discovery District

sheila

￥29,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

6. Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Uptown District, 1.2 km from Discovery District

Cumhur

￥34,991 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

7. Hilton Columbus Downtown

Short North, 1.4 km from Discovery District

Hilary

￥38,949 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

8. Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG

1.7 km from Discovery District

Heather

￥17,140 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown

Short North, 1.6 km from Discovery District

Terra

￥30,235 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

10. Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

Downtown Columbus, 1.1 km from Discovery District

Antoine

￥30,930 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

11. Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

3.9 km from Discovery District

Ravinder

￥26,097 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 5 - Aug 6

12. Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU

Grandview Heights, 3.4 km from Discovery District

Amy

￥27,258 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

13. Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Downtown

Uptown District, 1.2 km from Discovery District

Tyler

￥20,377 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

14. Tru by Hilton Columbus Airport

Northeast Columbus, 6.3 km from Discovery District

Amy

￥21,242 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

15. SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU

Grandview Heights, 4.2 km from Discovery District

Timothy

￥19,554 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

16. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus Downtown-Convention Center

Uptown District, 1 km from Discovery District

Felix

￥20,016 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 30 - Jul 31

17. The Junto

Downtown Columbus, 1.7 km from Discovery District

Jennifer

￥45,756 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport

9.3 km from Discovery District

Jason

￥22,797 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

19. Graduate by Hilton Columbus

Short North, 2 km from Discovery District

Daja

￥28,808 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

20. The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

University District, 5.2 km from Discovery District

Jodi

￥22,971 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

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Where to stay in Discovery District

Find the best Discovery District areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Discovery District

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Downtown Columbus

Enjoy entertainment options like theaters, concerts, and the Scioto Mile's riverfront parks in this central business district with towering buildings and various educational institutions.

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Northeast Columbus

While visiting Northeast Columbus, you might make a stop by sights like Easton Town Center and LEGOLAND® Discovery Center.

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Polaris

Polaris is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Polaris Fashion Place and Topgolf while in the area.

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Worthington

Unique features of Worthington include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by The Shops at Worthington or McConnell Arts Center while you're exploring the area.

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University District

Home to Ohio State University, the University District boasts a diverse range of restaurants, bars, boutiques, and the Gateway Film Center. Explore Ohio Stadium and Old North Columbus for a taste of local culture.

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Top Discovery District Hotel Reviews

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Convenient amenities. Friendly and knowledgeable staff."

The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center

10/10 Excellent

"Only stayed one night while traveling through the area. The room was clean and looked up to date. Staff was available and check in was easy. Breakfast was in an event room and felt nicer than most hotels breakfasts that are in a small area. Parking was free, but was quite packed when we checked in. Checkout was also easy. Would stay here again."

The Westin Great Southern Columbus

10/10 Excellent

"I did loose some pants and the staff said the wasn't in there so I will say this if u leave something behind you wont get it back they kept saying they gotta check with cleaning crew meaning house keeping but I knew some didnt want to return them back to me other than that it was fine"

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Our top choices for Discovery District hotels

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown

2. Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel

3. Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

4. Town St Medical Lofts

5. Hyatt Regency Columbus

6. Sonesta Columbus Downtown

7. Hilton Columbus Downtown

8. Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown

10. Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

11. Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

12. Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU

13. Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Downtown

14. Tru by Hilton Columbus Airport

15. SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU

16. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus Downtown-Convention Center

17. The Junto

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport

19. Graduate by Hilton Columbus

20. The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

Where to stay in Discovery District

Downtown Columbus

Northeast Columbus

Polaris

Worthington

University District

Top Discovery District Hotel Reviews

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

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