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Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Reception
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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650 South High Street, Columbus, OH, 43215
  • COSI
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Nationwide Arena
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(57 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Columbus

In the heart of Columbus, Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG is within a 5-minute drive of Lou Berliner Sports Park and Scioto Audubon Metro Park. .This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Ohio Theatre and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from COSI.

What's nearby

  • Ohio Theatre - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Lou Berliner Sports Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • COSI - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Nationwide Arena - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

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
  • ‪High Beck Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Arepazo Tapas Bar Grille - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near Ohio Theatre
Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG offers 59 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

This Columbus hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 59 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed, and all rooms are furnished with sofa beds. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a television in a common area.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

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 transport

  • 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 centre

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

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

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

Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 504 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 71 out of 1004 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This by far exceeded my expectations. From the staff at the front desk, the rooms, and amenities were beyonddddd. Thank you for making it such an incredible stay. Much love n respect from the CT
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pool
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Padilla

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

8/10 Good

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall good - parking was limited
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Dianne

Liked: Amenities
They charge $12 for parking in an open unprotected lot.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joanna

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel itself was ok, but listed as having a laundry area and it did not and was one the reasons I picked the hotel along with free breakfast. We do travel ball and needed to wash uniforms and then the last day we left at 7 and still no breakfast when it was suppose to be open at 630. The drain in the bathroom sink was stuck
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa, Elkhart

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and the staff was friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

royan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marjorie

Travelled with family
Zero communication. Had to cancel 2 rooms b/c airplane brokedown. Was told I could get a refund for 2nd night (1st night no b/c they need 24 hours, which I understood). They said their system was down. I get home, not only did they not refund, they have a mystery charge on my credit card (paid thru Expedia) and they don't answer their phones. Now I have to fight and dispute. This deception is unacceptable. Will never stay at Holiday Inn again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

The coffee at the breakfast area was great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

EDWARD P

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was very clean. Our room was very nice. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darla

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Steph

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thishotel was affordable and conveniently located for the event i was attending. The staff was polite and professional. The room was clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
DECLINING: We stay almost exclusively at Holiday Inn Express locations, because they are almost new and in good areas. This is the first we've noticed to be in decline -- flooring, plaster, temperature, TV reception, staffing....
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean-Michael

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

8/10 Good

Naylene

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Yolanda

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very ran down hotel. Had stains all over the room and dead bugs near the bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

madonna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The lady at the desk was so professional and so friendly. We loved being able to walk to German village. We had a lovely dinner. The pool is very nice. It’s right on high Street, which is a busy street, but that’s just fine. We appreciated the very good ground coffee machine in the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanne

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

BEWARE!! DO NOT BOOK HERE!

DO NOT STAY HERE! Pictures are deceiving on their website. Very outdated, smells old and dirty. Parking was horrible. I was forced to pay for the night when I didnt even stay. I left!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean property! They had a nice selection for breakfast. The only thing to mention is a very small and limited parking lot. Overall, wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Run down
Stayed 1 night in May 2025