What's it like in Downtown Columbus?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring Columbus's Downtown Columbus neighbourhood. Are you looking for Downtown Columbus travel tips? Make sure that you visit RiverCenter for the Performing Arts and Coca-Cola Space Science Center while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Columbus?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Columbus. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the area include AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown and Hampton Inn Columbus Downtown, GA .

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown Columbus area?

Expedia has 40 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Columbus to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Columbus area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Columbus, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Downtown Columbus.

What is there to do in this Columbus neighbourhood?

Sights like Coca-Cola Space Science Center and Springer Opera House can be part of your cultural tour of Downtown Columbus. RiverCenter for the Performing Arts and Columbus Civic Center are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Columbus include Ma Rainey House, Columbus Historic District and Fourth Avenue Public Library. While you're out sightseeing, Phenix City Amphitheater and Milford Terry Public Library are a couple of additional sights to visit in Columbus.

The Best Hotels in Downtown Columbus, Columbus - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Downtown Columbus hotels

1. Hampton Inn Columbus Downtown, GA

Downtown Columbus

DANITA A

₹15,793 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

Club Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Lounge

2. Columbus Marriott

Downtown Columbus

Merikay

₹19,267 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

3. Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place by IHG

Downtown Columbus

Stacie

₹16,393 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

4. AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown

Downtown Columbus

Pamela

₹15,941 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

5. Studio 6 Extended Stay - Columbus, GA -Downtown

Downtown Columbus

Jessica

₹7,404 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

6. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Columbus Downtown

Downtown Columbus

Mina

₹8,175 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

7. Motel 6 Columbus, GA - Downtown

Downtown Columbus

Mar Lar

₹6,278 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

8. Rothschild-Pound House Inn

Downtown Columbus

Chalon

₹21,865 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

9. Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Phenix City

1.1 km from Downtown Columbus

SORETTA

₹13,763 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Phenix City- Columbus Area

2.4 km from Downtown Columbus

Connie

₹11,940 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Phenix City - Columbus by IHG

4 km from Downtown Columbus

Anna

₹12,062 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

12. City Mills Hotel

1.6 km from Downtown Columbus

Scott

₹13,457 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus

5.8 km from Downtown Columbus

John

₹13,076 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus North

8.1 km from Downtown Columbus

CHRISTY E

₹10,715 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

15. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus/Near Fort Benning

6.4 km from Downtown Columbus

Yureimi

₹9,964 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

16. Hyatt Place Columbus-North

10.4 km from Downtown Columbus

Anna

₹11,639 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

17. Quality Inn Phenix City Columbus

2.5 km from Downtown Columbus

Melissa

₹7,759 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

18. Sonesta Essential Columbus

10.9 km from Downtown Columbus

Luciana

₹10,975 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

19. Courtyard by Marriott Columbus

6.9 km from Downtown Columbus

William

₹11,559 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

20. Hampton Inn by Hilton Columbus South Fort Benning

8.7 km from Downtown Columbus

DANIELLE

₹13,263 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Columbus

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn Columbus Downtown, GA	2.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 374 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place by IHG	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 663 reviews	View
AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 314 reviews	View
Columbus Marriott	3.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 685 reviews	View
Rothschild-Pound House Inn	4.0 star property	7.6 Good 162 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Columbus

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

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MidTown

While visiting MidTown, you might make a stop by sights like Columbus Museum and Smith-McCullers House.

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Downtown Historic District

If you're spending some time in Downtown Historic District, Coca-Cola Space Science Center and Columbus Historic District are top sights worth seeing.

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Weracoba-St. Elmo Historic District

While Weracoba-St. Elmo Historic District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like RiverCenter for the Performing Arts and Columbus Museum.

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East Highlands

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Highlands and surrounding area, you can visit RiverCenter for the Performing Arts and Columbus Museum.

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Wynns Hill Overlook

If you're spending some time in Wynns Hill Overlook, Columbus Museum and Bradley Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Downtown Columbus Hotel Reviews

City Mills Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It was such a beautiful building, beautifully restored. Such a fun place to stay. Our room was quiet, we never heard anyone else from inside our room. Staff were so welcoming and full of southern hospitality. We loved staying there."