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Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Historic Crew Stadium

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Exterior
Fitness facility
Property amenity
Located near Ohio History Center, Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center, an IHG Hotel is where comfort and convenience meet. Guests can start their day with a breakfast buffet, stay productive at the 24-hour business center or gym, unwind with free newspapers and luggage storage nearby. With helpful staff on hand to make your stay even more enjoyable.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
701 E Hudson St, Columbus, OH, 43211

What's nearby

  • Historic Crew Stadium - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ohio State University - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Ohio Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center - 5 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Nationwide Arena - 6 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Heineken Star Lounge - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Summit Music Hall - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Bourbon Street - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG

Hotel near Historic Crew Stadium
Located close to Ohio History Center and Ohio State University, Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym. In addition to a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), free newspapers, and a front-desk safe
  • Luggage storage, multilingual staff, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 71 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 43-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured self parking on site (USD 7.95 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: USD 2.99 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Secured self parking fee: USD 7.95 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 35 mi (56 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 Fair Expo
Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 Fair Expo Hotel State OH Center
Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 OH State Fair Expo Center
Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 OH State Fair Expo Center Hotel
Hotel Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 / OH State Fair / Expo Center
Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 OH State Fair Expo Center Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 OH State Fair Expo Center Columbus
Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 OH State Fair Expo Center
Holiday Inn Express Ex I 71 / OH State Fair / Expo Center

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG?

As of Oct 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG on Nov 2, 2025 start from $79.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG?

Self parking is available for USD 7.95 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG located?

Located in South Linden, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Historic Crew Stadium and Ohio History Center. Ohio State University and Ohio Stadium are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

6.8

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 331 out of 971 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 328 out of 971 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 971 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 971 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 82 out of 971 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast choices were good and the coffee was great. The front desk staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was perfect, as was the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Calli

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place to stay for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were nice and rooms were clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

San Juanita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice, very clean, very helpful and I like the complimentary shampoo/ conditioner/ body wash and lotion
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gladys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and bathroom handicap accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tyler

Property (and area) is "good enough" to stay for one night, but not much longer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super friendly free coffee all day and free breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food was great the staff was great the hotel was very clean and love the hotel but not the area
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sagar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice stay with Holiday Inn
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We booked the room to go to a buckeyes game at Ohio Stadium. It was roughly 45 minute walk.would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kristine

Liked: Amenities
Great college town hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely polite and accomadating!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Pretty easy straightforward check in. The hotel was dirty. Front desk, dirty. Floors, dirty. Hotel room itself was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was stellar.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean and nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved the fountain with the blue water. The front desk workers ••••• stars. Exceptional service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Norman

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was great, breakfast was great also! Just not a good area to be in.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Theo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was not up to standard like the other Holiday Inn Express. Room smelled like piss, Shower had mold in the corners, and stains on the chairs. Will not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Laurie

Not in a very safe feeling area. We always stay at holiday Inn Express and know we can get a great breakfast, this place had about 1/3 of what we normally see available at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
GM that checked us in was wonderful. Very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tiffany

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We checked in and left shortly after. The room was dirty, the toilet didn’t work and the area around the hotel was unsafe.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Elevator was out, they were out of certain breakfast foods, and key card didn’t work
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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