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. The Southern Nook - For 8

South Side

￥56,831 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

2. SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU

Grandview Heights, 8 km from South Side

Richard

￥20,190 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

3. Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

Downtown Columbus, 5 km from South Side

Stephanie

￥26,845 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

4. Tru by Hilton Columbus Airport

Northeast Columbus, 8.2 km from South Side

Stanley Bach

￥19,638 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

5. Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

7.7 km from South Side

Aimee

￥25,154 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

6. Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU

Grandview Heights, 6.9 km from South Side

Kevin

￥21,612 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

￥19,566 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

8. Hyatt Regency Columbus

Downtown Columbus, 5.1 km from South Side

￥25,729 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

9. The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

University District, 9.1 km from South Side

￥23,991 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

10. Courtyard by Marriott Columbus OSU

Grandview Heights, 6.8 km from South Side

Cathy

￥30,016 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

11. The Junto

Downtown Columbus, 4.6 km from South Side

￥38,810 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

12. Hilton Columbus Downtown

Short North, 5.2 km from South Side

Chelsie

￥33,039 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.

13. Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Uptown District, 5 km from South Side

John

￥32,605 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport

10.1 km from South Side

Ana

￥26,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

￥16,946 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A spacious hotel lobby with a long wooden reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a large television screen.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area

Oletangy West, 11.5 km from South Side

￥20,429 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a small round table.

17. The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

Uptown District, 4 km from South Side

Emilee

￥23,307 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus OSU

Oletangy West, 11.4 km from South Side

Daniel

￥25,898 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

Bridillio

￥22,543 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, comfortable seating, and a glass-enclosed building in the background.

20. Marriott Columbus OSU

Oletangy West, 11.4 km from South Side

Stavros

￥25,154 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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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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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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Short North

Colorful, offbeat, and trendy, this densely-populated district offers art galleries, specialty shops, pubs, nightclubs, and coffee shops. Stroll along High Street under its 17 lighted metal arches, and admire the vibrant murals on its brick buildings.

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Top South Side Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus I-70E/Reynoldsburg

8/10 Good

"Easy access to highway. Major construction right outside the hotel. The bed was comfortable. Pil1ows were ok. Room was clean. No toilet paper holder. Not huge deal but noticed. Front desk person was kind. Greeted with a smile. Only bad note, she rapidly spoke of the breakfast time, and wifi access instructions. If needing to travel in that area again, I would book another room. 8 out of 10."

Hyatt Regency Columbus

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and very well appointed. The air conditioning in my room blew right over the bed, which was inconvenient. I had to turn it off at some point, even though it was needed — I couldn’t handle the air blowing directly on me. Also, the train runs past the hotel. Several times throughout the night I and my friend (in another room) were woken up by it. Other than that, the hotel was excellent. The Bar on 2 had excellent service, and so-so food. It was convenient, but overpriced for the quality."

The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is showing its age, but it’s very clean. Now let’s talk about the shower…I would buy a room here just for the shower pressure. I imagine it’s comparable to standing under Niagara Falls, mist included. Whatever wrong you find here, this fact alone should right it. Just be sure to pull that knob hard."

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Our top choices for South Side hotels

1. The Southern Nook - For 8

2. SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU

3. Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

4. Tru by Hilton Columbus Airport

5. Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

6. Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU

7. Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

8. Hyatt Regency Columbus

9. The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

10. Courtyard by Marriott Columbus OSU

11. The Junto

12. Hilton Columbus Downtown

13. Sonesta Columbus Downtown

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport

15. Comfort Suites Columbus Airport

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area

17. The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus OSU

19. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Grove City

20. Marriott Columbus OSU

Where to stay in South Side

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Top South Side Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus I-70E/Reynoldsburg

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