Best Columbus Hotels For Families With Kids

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Here is a quick list of Family Hotels in Columbus, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

8.9 / 10

(467 Reviews)

From 171$
Columbus Airport Marriott Hotel

7.3 / 10

(65 Reviews)

From 103$
Knights Inn Columbus/Franklinton

4.9 / 10

(49 Reviews)

From 69$
Holiday Inn Express - Columbus Downtown, An Ihg Hotel

7.8 / 10

(500 Reviews)

From 107$
Courtyard Columbus Worthington Hotel

7.8 / 10

(159 Reviews)

From 63$

When travelling with kids, one of the most important decisions you need to make is where to stay. Most families want the convenience of a hotel with on-site restaurants, pools and activities for the kids. If you’re looking for a family hotel in Columbus, United States, look no further.

Columbus has a number of great family hotels to choose from, including The Columbus Marriott Northwest, The Hilton Columbus at Easton, and The Doubletree by Hilton Columbus - Worthington. All of these hotels offer on-site restaurants, pools and activities for the kids. The Columbus Marriott Northwest even has a mini water park on site.

Another great thing about these hotels is that they are all within close proximity to popular Columbus attractions like the Columbus Zoo, the COSI science center, and the Ohio State University campus. So, whether you’re looking for a place to stay while visiting family or friends in Columbus, or you’re looking for a fun-filled family vacation, the Columbus Marriott Northwest, The Hilton Columbus at Easton, and The Doubletree by Hilton Columbus - Worthington should be at the top of your list.

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Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown Columbus Airport Marriott Hotel Knights Inn Columbus/Franklinton Holiday Inn Express - Columbus Downtown, An Ihg Hotel Family Hotels Columbus Courtyard Columbus Worthington Hotel Sheraton Suites Columbus Worthington Four Points By Sheraton Columbus-Polaris Family Friendly Hotels Columbus with Swimming Pool Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris Candlewood Suites Polaris, An Ihg Hotel

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8.9
Excellent
467 Reviews

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

📍 88 East Nationwide Boulevard

From 171$

  • Wi-Fi
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour reception
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Jacuzzi
  • Laundry
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Lift

Featuring free Wi-Fi throughout the property, Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Convention Center offers accommodation 0.4 km to Arena District. As We Are is 750 metres from the inn.

The venue is 1 km from the city centre and adjacent to Columbus Children's Theatre. The hotel is situated in Downtown Columbus district, close to Greater Columbus Convention Center. You can get to Ohio State University in a few minutes by car.

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7.3
Good
65 Reviews

Columbus Airport Marriott Hotel

📍 1375 N Cassady Avenue

From 103$

  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour reception
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Restaurant
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Fitness centre
  • Laundry
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Lift
  • Business centre

Offering non-smoking guest rooms, the elegant Columbus Airport Marriott Hotel lies 6 km of Easton Town Center. Guests can enjoy Wi Fi throughout the venue, as well as a sauna and an indoor swimming pool on site.

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is less than 3.5 km away. You can get to Kelton House Museum and Garden in a few minutes by car.

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4.9
Good
49 Reviews

Knights Inn Columbus/Franklinton

📍 1559 W. Broad Street

From 69$

  • Wi-Fi

The 2-star Knights Inn Columbus/Franklinton is set 4.4 km from Columbus Museum of Art and 2.7 km from Cosi Science Museum. Free Wi-Fi is available in the rooms as well as free self parking and a meeting room are available on site.

The property is situated 4 km from Columbus city centre and 20 km from John Glenn Columbus International airport. You can get to the public Goodale Park in a few minutes by car.

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7.8
Very good
500 Reviews

Holiday Inn Express - Columbus Downtown, An Ihg Hotel

📍 650 South High Street

From 107$

  • Wi-Fi
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour reception
  • 24-hour security
  • Snack bar
  • Fitness centre
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Lift
  • Electric kettle

The 2-star Holiday Inn Express - Columbus Downtown, An Ihg Hotel is in 10 minutes' drive away from Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. Wi-Fi is available throughout the venue as well as an outdoor swimming pool, a picnic area and a fitness room are available on site.

Situated in Downtown Columbus district, the accommodation is set 0.8 km from German Village. The centre of Columbus is 15 minutes' walk from the property. Holiday Inn Express - Columbus Downtown, An Ihg Hotel is a short ride from Nationwide Arena.

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7.8
Very good
159 Reviews

Courtyard Columbus Worthington Hotel

📍 7411 Vantage Drive

From 63$

  • Internet access
  • Free parking
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour reception
  • Restaurant
  • Swimming pool
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Business centre
  • No pets allowed
  • Air conditioning

Offering a shared lounge, a fireplace and entertainment activities, Courtyard Columbus Worthington is situated in Columbus, at 4.3 km distance from Antrim Park. Lazelle Woods Park is less than 2.8 km away.

The venue features 145 air-conditioned rooms featuring coffee/tea making facilities and refrigerator. You can get to Magic Mountain Fun Center in a few minutes by car.

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Hotels in Columbus

Best reviews Hotel ❤️ Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 Columbus Airport Marriott Hotel
Hotel with balcony 🌤️ Knights Inn Columbus/Franklinton

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8.1
Very good
1295 Reviews

Sheraton Suites Columbus Worthington

📍 201 Hutchinson Avenue

From 89$

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Free parking
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour reception
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness centre
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Laundry
  • Lift

The 4-star Sheraton Suites Columbus Worthington is set 4.5 km from Antrim Park and 4.6 km from Magic Mountain Fun Center. There are computers and a xerox at the venue.

This accommodation accommodates guests in the centre of Columbus. You can get to Highbank Park Earthworks Nature Preserve in a few minutes by car.

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6.9
Good
378 Reviews

Four Points By Sheraton Columbus-Polaris

📍 8505 Pulsar Place

From 64$

  • Internet access
  • Free parking
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour reception
  • Snack bar
  • Fitness centre
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Lift
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed

Four Points By Sheraton Columbus-Polaris Hotel features free self-parking, an outdoor swimming pool and allergy-free rooms, and lies within 4 km to Westerville Bikeway. Situated in Polaris district, the venue is set 3 km from Magic Mountain Fun Center.

The accommodation offers a perfect location 23-minute drive from John Glenn Columbus International airport. You can get to Polaris Fashion Place Mall in a few minutes by car.

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8.7
Excellent
95 Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area

📍 3232 Olentangy River Road

From 124$

  • Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour reception
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness centre
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Laundry
  • Flat-screen TV

Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area, set in University district, 15 minutes' ride from Greater Columbus Convention Center, features free self-parking and an indoor swimming pool on site. Ohio State University is less than 3.2 km away.

The venue is located in the business district of Columbus. The inn features 158 comfortable rooms featuring coffeemaker and refrigerator. You can get to the American Ohio Football Stadium in a few minutes by car.

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8.7
Excellent
552 Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

📍 8411 Pulsar Place

From 100$

  • Internet access
  • Free parking
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour reception
  • Fitness centre
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Jacuzzi
  • Laundry
  • Lift
  • Business centre

Located at 2.9 km distance from Polaris Fashion Place Shopping Mall, the 3-star Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris offers non-smoking rooms a 10 minutes' ride from Hoff Woods Park. Among the facilities of this venue there is a free self parking, an indoor swimming pool and a Jacuzzi, along with high-speed Internet access in public areas.

The hotel features accommodation in Polaris district. This property is located in an upscale area of Columbus. You can get to Paul S. Metzger Park in a few minutes by car.

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7.1
Good
843 Reviews

Candlewood Suites Polaris, An Ihg Hotel

📍 8515 Lyra Drive

From 124$

  • Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Fitness centre
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Jacuzzi
  • Laundry
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Lift

Candlewood Suites Polaris Columbus is placed in Polaris district, within a 5-minute walk of the restaurant Arby's. The property provides 122 guestrooms appointed with climate control, flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making equipment for a pleasant stay in Columbus.

Paul S. Metzger Park is around 20 minutes' stroll to the venue and Polaris Fashion Place Shopping Mall is within 18 minutes' walk from it. You can get to Magic Mountain Fun Center in a few minutes by car.

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8.8
Excellent
282 Reviews

Hilton Columbus Downtown Hotel

📍 402 North High Street

From 169$

  • Wi-Fi
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • 24-hour reception
  • 24-hour security
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Fitness centre
  • Indoor swimming pool

Due to a prime location in the centre of the city, Hilton Columbus Downtown Hotel guests will find Greater Columbus Convention Center nearby. A lounge bar as well as entertainment facilities, a bar and a flat-screen cable-TV can be enjoyed at the venue, boasting the setting next to North Public Market.

Cosi Science Museum and Arena District are located at 1.8 km and 0.4 km respectively. The accommodation is a 10-minute walk to the centre of Columbus. Hilton Columbus Downtown Hotel is a short ride from German Village.

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8.2
Very good
539 Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Columbus/Polaris

📍 8535 Lyra Drive

From 146$

  • Internet access
  • Free parking
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour reception
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Restaurant
  • Welcome drink
  • Snack bar
  • Fitness centre
  • Flat-screen TV

The 3-star Hilton Garden Inn Columbus/Polaris is set 4.7 km from Hoff Woods Park and 1 km from Polaris Fashion Place Shopping Mall. Guests can enjoy high speed Internet access throughout the property, as well as free self-parking, an indoor swimming pool and a golf course on site.

The venue is set in Polaris district, a few steps from Magic Mountain Fun Center. This hotel is located in a touristic area of Columbus. You can get to Alum Creek Park North in a few minutes by car.

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7.8
Very good
176 Reviews

Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel

📍 50 North Third Street

From 199$

  • 24-hour reception
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Restaurant
  • Welcome drink
  • Fitness centre
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Rooftop pool
  • Jacuzzi
  • Beauty treatment
  • Laundry

Offering a tennis court, an outdoor swimming pool and a barber shop, the 4-star Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel is located approximately 20 minutes' walk from the multipurpose Nationwide Arena. Situated in Downtown Columbus district, the venue is set 1.2 km from Cosi Science Museum.

The property is conveniently placed in the very heart of Columbus. Attractions within walking distance include the family-friendly John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons Park and James A. Rhodes State Office Tower. You can get to North Market in a few minutes by car.

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7.3
Good
110 Reviews

Homewood Suites Columbus - Airport

📍 2880 Airport Drive

From 69$

  • Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour reception
  • Welcome drink
  • Coffee shop
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Fitness centre
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Laundry

Located at 7 km distance from Ohio State University, the 3-star Homewood Suites Columbus - Airport offers comfortable rooms a 15-minute drive from Easton Town Center. This venue features sun loungers and a bar as well as high speed Internet access throughout the accommodation.

The hotel is located in the business district of Columbus. You can get to Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens in a few minutes by car.

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8.6
Excellent
638 Reviews

Hyatt Place Columbus/Osu

📍 795 Yard Street

From 129$

  • Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour reception
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Restaurant
  • Welcome drink
  • Snack bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Free shuttle service

Hyatt Place Columbus/Osu Hotel, located within a 10-minute drive away from Ohio State University, features free Wi-Fi throughout the venue. The centre of Columbus is within 3 km of the accommodation, and the multi - purpose Express Live Concert Hotel is about 1.5 km away.

You can get to As We Are in a few minutes by car.

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7.3
Good
383 Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Columbus Airport Easton

📍 3030 Plaza Properties Boulevard

From 125$

  • Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour reception
  • Snack bar
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Fitness centre
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Saltwater pool
  • Flat-screen TV

Comprising 110 rooms, the 4-star Four Points By Sheraton Columbus Ohio Airport is at 6 km distance from Easton Town Center. The venue features a la carte restaurant and lounge bar on site and offers to take advantage of a gym facility.

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is less than 4.1 km away. You can get to McCorkle Park in a few minutes by car.

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Best Columbus Hotels For Families With Kids FAQ
Q: What are some budget-friendly hotel options for families in Columbus?
A: If you're looking for a budget-friendly option for your family in Columbus, consider staying at the Days Inn By Wyndham Columbus Fairgrounds. This hotel offers affordable rates and comfortable accommodations, making it a great choice for families traveling on a budget. Plus, its convenient location near the fairgrounds and other attractions makes it a practical choice for families looking to explore the city without breaking the bank.
Q: Are there any hotel options in Columbus that offer complimentary breakfast for families?
A: Yes, if you're looking for a hotel in Columbus that offers complimentary breakfast for your family, consider staying at the Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Columbus Airport, Oh. This hotel provides a delicious breakfast spread each morning, giving families a convenient and cost-effective way to start their day of exploring the city. With options for every palate, it's a great perk for families looking for a hassle-free morning routine during their stay.
Q: What family-friendly amenities can I expect at hotels in Columbus?
A: When staying at family-friendly accommodations in Columbus, such as the Sheraton Suites Columbus Worthington, you can expect to find amenities such as a pool, spacious suites, and on-site dining options that cater to both kids and adults. Additionally, hotels like the Best Western Suites Columbus offer conveniences like in-room kitchenettes, which can be helpful for families looking to enjoy some meals together in their own space during their stay in the city.

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