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Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Ohio Theatre

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Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown places visitors in the city's vibrant heart. Enjoy a free breakfast buffet, seasonal outdoor pool, arcade room, high-speed WiFi, gym, business center, and multilingual staff for assistance.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Room | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(63 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower) | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
650 South High Street, Columbus, OH, 43215

What's nearby

  • Schiller Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ohio Theatre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lou Berliner Sports Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • COSI - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪First Watch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pistacia Vera - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪High Beck Tavern - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG

Hotel near Ohio Theatre
Located close to Scioto Audubon Metro Park and COSI, Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a gym and a business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Self parking (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and a water dispenser
  • A TV in the lobby, an elevator, and multilingual staff
  • A vending machine, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 59 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and sofa beds
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 12 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual fire alarm
  • 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 pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during the winter:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 12.00 per night (in/out privileges)

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Comfort Downtown Columbus
Comfort Inn Downtown Columbus
Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown Hotel
Inn Express Columbus Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–10:00 PM. The pool will be closed during the winter.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG?

As of Dec 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG on Dec 17, 2025 start from $76.3, 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.

Is Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 12.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG located?

Located in Brewery District, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ohio Theatre, Lou Berliner Sports Park, and COSI. Scioto Audubon Metro Park and Nationwide Children's Hospital are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 500 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 265 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 74 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Salvador

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, some good food close by...
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Bill

Disliked: Staff & service
Nice staff, right on heavily travelled highway, bare bones room, several minor maint issues, inexpensive price ( get what you pay for)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great well cared for
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

David E

Comfortable, basic hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

sorinela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small hotel in a safe ,quiet and walkable neighborhood .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast, clean, friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all friendly and helpful.The reception area and the breakfast area and my room were all cleaned to a very high standard.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Amenities
For the location and price, it wasn't bad. If you have a need to be on the south side of downtown, I would stay here. Decent price and reasonably clean with a good fitness room. The onsite parking is somewhat limited, and very tight if you have a truck
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Water pressure not good. Shower, toliet, or sink.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean convenient and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
That’s was kinda not nice that hotel not include you parking as a guest, all hotels around the world include parking, the charge me 24 usd for parking one night
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel near downtown. Not fancy but clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbagail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very polite. There are a lot of dining options in the immediate area and it is close to the metro park.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly comfortable and very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kerry

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pics did not look like the hotel did in real life. Hotel was not clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant stay

Hotels room was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Padilla

Super location with comfortable rooms and delicious breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I always like staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean-Michael

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, Excellent staff, and solid hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great place, great people
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Narayanan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025