Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near Ohio Theatre

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November 2025

December 2025

Exterior - Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG (Columbus)

Free daily buffet breakfast - Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG (Columbus)

Reception - Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG (Columbus)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes - Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG (Columbus)

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.

Very good

Popular amenities

Gym
Housekeeping
Laundry
24/7 front desk

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 29 - Oct 30

Tomorrow

Oct 30 - Oct 31

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Standard Room

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Sofa bed

Pillowtop bed

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hydromassage showerhead

Shower/tub combination

350 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Sofa bed

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Hydromassage showerhead

Shower/tub combination

350 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

Good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Sofa bed

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Hydromassage showerhead

Shower/tub combination

350 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

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

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Sofa bed

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Private bathroom

Hydromassage showerhead

350 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

Good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Sofa bed

Pillowtop bed

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hydromassage showerhead

Shower/tub combination

350 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Sofa bed

Pillowtop bed

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hydromassage showerhead

Shower/tub combination

350 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

650 South High Street, Columbus, OH, 43215

What's nearby

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
Nationwide Arena - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Wendy's - ‬5 min walk
‪Taco Bell - ‬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), a TV in the lobby, and a water dispenser
Multilingual staff, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
Coffee/tea in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and an elevator
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

Similar properties

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Pool
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

$75 nightly

Nov 9 - Nov 10

Total with taxes and fees

Pool
Breakfast included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$99 nightly

Nov 20 - Nov 21

Total with taxes and fees

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

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 Oct 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG on Nov 2, 2025 start from $105.0, 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.

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

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG?

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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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

8/10 Good

David E

Oct 16, 2025

Comfortable, basic hotel.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

sorinela

Oct 11, 2025

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

Zhanna

Sep 8, 2025

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

Good breakfast, clean, friendly.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William John

Oct 16, 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Oct 22, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent service

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellis

Aug 28, 2025

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

Clean convenient and great staff.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Sep 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean room and great staff

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Grant

Oct 4, 2025

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

Nice hotel near downtown. Not fancy but clean.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Sep 9, 2025

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

Convenient location

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbagail

Sep 16, 2025

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

Padilla

Jun 16, 2025

Super location with comfortable rooms and delicious breakfast

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Sep 10, 2025

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

Friendly comfortable and very friendly

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean-Michael

Jun 4, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great location, Excellent staff, and solid hotel.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Jun 19, 2025

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

I always like staying here.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Jul 22, 2025

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

great place, great people

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Jun 13, 2025

The coffee at the breakfast area was great

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Jul 1, 2025

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

great location for exploring German Village

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jul 30, 2025

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

Rooms are uodated and comfortable. Great location in German Village.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Narayanan

Aug 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice location. Clean rooms.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

May 23, 2025

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

I enjoyed my stay

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

patricia

Oct 19, 2025

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

The room was nice. They seem to forget about things such as coffee pods, extra TP, etc. They do check to see if you need sheet changes but then don’t replenish everything. Other than that, the rooms are nice and quiet. Very walkable neighborhood.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025