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Columbus Hotel Guide. Hotels in South Side, Columbus, United States of America

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1. The Southern Nook - For 8

The Southern Nook - For 8
4.0 star property
South Side
The price is €318
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Southern Nook - For 8
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

2. Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
3.0 star property
3.8 km from South Side
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,060 reviews)
"Great place for our one night stay!"
United States
Keith
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a small round table.

3. The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square
4.0 star property
Uptown District, 4 km from South Side
6.2 out of 10, (283 reviews)
"great property, a decent walk from the nationwide arena but good area and helpful staff"
United States
Emilee
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, colorful striped seating, and a covered area with string lights.

4. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown
3.0 star property
3.4 km from South Side
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (720 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff, clean, excellent breakfast, near to downtown and great restaurants."
United States
Tania
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown
A modern hotel building with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it's a Hyatt Place.

5. Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU

Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU
3.0 star property
Grandview Heights, 6.9 km from South Side
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,077 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"
United States
Kevin
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU
An outdoor patio with stone seating, a fire pit, and a water feature.

6. SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU

SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU
3.0 star property
Grandview Heights, 8 km from South Side
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,163 reviews)
"Convenient to OSU; nice, clean place."
United States
Nancy
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

7. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus Downtown-Convention Center

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus Downtown-Convention Center
2.5 star property
Uptown District, 4.9 km from South Side
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,062 reviews)
"Great stay for our ohio lost lands trip! lots to do in the area and not too far from shuttles :)"
United States
Viviana
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus Downtown-Convention Center
A bar area with a modern design, featuring a geometric patterned floor, a central bar counter with stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

8. Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
4.0 star property
Uptown District, 5 km from South Side
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,742 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
John
The price is €169
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by chairs and tables, under string lights.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Columbus OSU

Courtyard by Marriott Columbus OSU
3.0 star property
Grandview Heights, 6.8 km from South Side
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (704 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Very clean and the staff helpful. A very short drive to OSU East Hospital. The outdoor courtyard is a really nice place to sit and relax."
United States
Lana
The price is €168
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Columbus OSU
A cozy lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large bookshelf filled with books.

10. The Junto

The Junto
4.0 star property
Downtown Columbus, 4.6 km from South Side
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,016 reviews)
"Great bar and great breakfast Rooftop restaurant was great also Staff very helpful and friendly Nice vibe"
United States
Diane
The price is €232
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Junto
A mural with coffee-related illustrations and text, including "Latte," "Mocha," and "Buckeye."

11. Olentangy Motor Inn

Olentangy Motor Inn
2.0 star property
Grandview Heights, 8 km from South Side
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,839 reviews)
"Great place to stay!!!"
United States
Patricia
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Olentangy Motor Inn
A modern building with a unique cantilevered design, featuring a glass facade and multiple levels.

12. Hyatt Regency Columbus

Hyatt Regency Columbus
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbus, 5.1 km from South Side
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and a very clean room"
United States
Todd
The price is €144
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hyatt Regency Columbus
An outdoor patio area with a covered seating area, a grill, and a round table with chairs.

13. Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
3.0 star property
7.7 km from South Side
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,352 reviews)
"It was very clean and the the bed was comfortable"
United States
Jeremiah
The price is €141
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

14. Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown Columbus, 5 km from South Side
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,545 reviews)
"Perfect location , very nice rooms , breakfast was great !"
United States
Kathy
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
A hotel entrance with a covered outdoor seating area, a brick facade, and a landscaped garden.

15. The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
4.0 star property
University District, 9.1 km from South Side
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,623 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay at"
United States
Isreal
The price is €147
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
A breakfast area with a counter, stools, and seating.

16. Tru by Hilton Columbus Airport

Tru by Hilton Columbus Airport
2.5 star property
Northeast Columbus, 8.2 km from South Side
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Good hotel for the money and location to airport"
United States
Stanley Bach
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Tru by Hilton Columbus Airport
A rooftop bar with a fire feature, tables, and chairs, offering a city view.

17. Hilton Columbus Downtown

Hilton Columbus Downtown
4.0 star property
Short North, 5.2 km from South Side
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,495 reviews)
"great stay"
United States
Chelsie
The price is €214
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Hilton Columbus Downtown
A modern hotel lobby with sofas, chairs, a bar area, and a reception desk.

18. Hollywood Casino & Hotel Columbus

Hollywood Casino & Hotel Columbus
2.0 star property
11.9 km from South Side
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (133 reviews)
"Overall great place to stay"
United States
Mckinsie
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Hollywood Casino & Hotel Columbus
A rooftop bar with a fire pit, seating area, and a bar with illuminated shelves.

19. Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District

Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District
3.0 star property
Grandview Heights, 7.8 km from South Side
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Super new and clean and very convenient- great location and super comfy bed. Would absolutely stay there again!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Aloft by Marriott Columbus University District
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a desk, an air conditioner, a window with curtains, and a bathroom with a bathtub and towel rack.

20. Hampton Inn Columbus-South

Hampton Inn Columbus-South
2.5 star property
8.6 km from South Side
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The construction was different but I had one of the newer rooms. Very comfortable and beautiful."
United States
Danielle
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hampton Inn Columbus-South
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Where to stay in South Side

Find the best South Side areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Columbus

The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Columbus. A stop by Nationwide Arena or North Market might round out your trip.

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Polaris

Polaris is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Polaris Fashion Place and Magic Mountain Fun Center while you're in town.

Northeast Columbus

If you're spending some time in Northeast Columbus, LEGOLAND® Discovery Center and Easton Town Center are top sights worth seeing.

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University District

University District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wexner Center for the Arts and Newport Music Hall while you're in town.

A street scene with a large arch sign reading 'SHORT NORTH' and a pedestrian crossing sign.
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Short North

Short North is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Market and Jazz Arts Group while in the area.

Top South Side Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington

Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington

10/10 Excellent
"We were there just one night for a concert ! Very clean nice room the bed was so comfy and the room was a suite !"
Kim 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington

Frequently asked questions

What is South Side like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Columbus's South Side neighbourhood has to offer. Are you looking for South Side travel tips? Make sure that you visit Three Creeks Park and Wagner-Hagans Auto Museum while you're in the neighbourhood.
How many hotels should I expect to find in South Side?
Expedia has 153 hotels and other accommodation options in South Side to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Columbus area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Side, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in South Side.
What is there to do in this Columbus neighbourhood?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in South Side are Three Creeks Park and Wagner-Hagans Auto Museum. When you're sightseeing in Columbus, Muse Gallery and Grand Prix Karting are also worth a stop.