What is South Side like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Columbus's South Side neighborhood has to offer. Are you looking for South Side travel tips? Be sure to check out Three Creeks Park and Wagner-Hagans Auto Museum while you're in the neighborhood.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the South Side area?

Expedia has 153 hotels and other accommodations in South Side to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Columbus area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Side, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in South Side.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to South Side?

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What is there to do in this Columbus neighborhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in South Side are Three Creeks Park and Wagner-Hagans Auto Museum. When you're sightseeing in Columbus, Muse Gallery and Grand Prix Karting are also worth a stop.

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1. Contemporary German Village: 3

South Side

￥49,707 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern restaurant with large windows, a complimentary breakfast sign, and a view of the parking area.

2. Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG

3.1 km from South Side

robert

￥18,460 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A breakfast area with a counter, stools, and seating.

3. Tru by Hilton Columbus Airport

Northeast Columbus, 8.2 km from South Side

Stanley Bach

￥19,654 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with modern appliances, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

4. Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

Downtown Columbus, 5 km from South Side

Kathy

￥27,781 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel entrance with a covered outdoor seating area, a brick facade, and a landscaped garden.

5. The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

University District, 9.1 km from South Side

Sharon

￥26,368 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

6. Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

7.7 km from South Side

Josh

￥22,236 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

7. Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

3.8 km from South Side

Keith

￥19,019 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A modern hotel building with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it's a Hyatt Place.

8. Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU

Grandview Heights, 6.9 km from South Side

Kevin

￥21,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by chairs and tables, under string lights.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Columbus OSU

Grandview Heights, 6.8 km from South Side

Cathy

￥30,039 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A cozy lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large bookshelf filled with books.

10. The Junto

Downtown Columbus, 4.6 km from South Side

Luisa

￥38,839 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A stone wall with a built-in fire feature and a seating area with wicker furniture.

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport

10.1 km from South Side

Ana

￥24,450 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown

Short North, 5.4 km from South Side

Alejandro

￥33,284 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A rooftop bar with a fire feature, tables, and chairs, offering a city view.

13. Hilton Columbus Downtown

Short North, 5.2 km from South Side

Chelsie

￥31,955 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern building with a unique cantilevered design, featuring a glass facade and multiple levels.

14. Hyatt Regency Columbus

Downtown Columbus, 5.1 km from South Side

Todd

￥33,377 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A Comfort Suites hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

15. Comfort Suites Columbus Airport

Northeast Columbus, 8.6 km from South Side

Alana

￥19,178 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance, a covered walkway, and a flagpole.

16. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus OSU

Oletangy West, 11.4 km from South Side

Daniel

￥27,783 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

17. Graduate by Hilton Columbus

Short North, 5.9 km from South Side

Nicholas G

￥31,327 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A bar area with a modern design, featuring a geometric patterned floor, a central bar counter with stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

18. Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Uptown District, 5 km from South Side

hara

￥32,631 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A hotel room with two beds, a red chair, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

19. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Grove City

8.8 km from South Side

Sabrina

￥21,815 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A rooftop bar with a fire pit, seating area, and a bar with illuminated shelves.

20. Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District

Grandview Heights, 7.8 km from South Side

Jennifer

￥23,325 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Where to stay in South Side

Find the best South Side areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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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 LEGOLAND® Discovery Center and Easton Town 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 Magic Mountain Fun Center while in the area.

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A modern building with a glass facade and a blue sign that reads "Wexner Center for the Arts".

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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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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Top South Side Hotel Reviews

Hilton Columbus Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Our room wasn't ready when we arrived after check time, but Leo at the front desk gave usa complimentary dinner at the restaurant upstairs and upgraded us to a suite. Everything was great quality."

The Columbus Hilliard Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"One night stay in Cbus for a sporting event - hotel was very quiet, clean and well located for where we needed to be the next day. Beds comfy and rooms where roomy. All other hotels the weekend we were there were very high priced. This one was very economical and worked well for our needs."

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Our top choices for South Side hotels

1. Contemporary German Village: 3

2. Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG

3. Tru by Hilton Columbus Airport

4. Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

5. The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

6. Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

7. Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

8. Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU

9. Courtyard by Marriott Columbus OSU

10. The Junto

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown

13. Hilton Columbus Downtown

14. Hyatt Regency Columbus

15. Comfort Suites Columbus Airport

16. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus OSU

17. Graduate by Hilton Columbus

18. Sonesta Columbus Downtown

19. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Grove City

20. Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District

Where to stay in South Side

Downtown Columbus

Northeast Columbus

Polaris

University District

Worthington

Top South Side Hotel Reviews

Hilton Columbus Downtown

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