The Best Hotels Closest to Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds in Columbus - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds hotels

Signature Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

1. The Lincoln Short North B&B

Italian Village, 2.5 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Joseph

₹12,860

₹16,411 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

2. Jungle House Boutique Suites – Short North & Convention Center

Short North, 2.6 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Susan

₹7,030

₹17,190 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

Exclusive House, Non Smoking, Pets allowed | Private kitchen

Exclusive House, Non Smoking, Pets allowed | Living area

Exclusive House, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Pets allowed | Snow and ski sports

3. Jungle House Downtown Columbus – Modern Boutique Suites

Italian Village, 2.7 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Jasmine

₹6,744

₹16,879 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

4. Jungle House Boutique Residences – Downtown Columbus & Short North

Victorian Village, 2.4 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Erin

₹6,771

₹18,786 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

5. Jungle House Urban Lofts – Arena District & Short North

Italian Village, 2.3 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Patrick

₹5,481

₹15,362 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

6. Jungle House Urban Lofts - Short North & Convention Center

Italian Village, 2.6 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Melanie

₹7,628

₹17,896 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

7. Jungle House Luxury Lofts – Short North High Street

Short North, 1.8 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Francesca

₹5,964

₹12,576 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

8. Jungle House Boutique Lofts – Downtown Columbus & Short North

Victorian Village, 2.1 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Elizabeth

₹4,757

₹12,941 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

9. Jungle House Modern Lofts – Arena District & Short North

Victorian Village, 3.2 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

VICTOR KOJO

₹5,416

₹11,946 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

10. The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

University District, 2.3 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Bethany

₹13,449

₹15,870 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

11. Jungle House Luxury Stays - Downtown Columbus & Short North

Victorian Village, 3.1 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Flavio

₹7,383

₹17,633 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

12. Jungle House Studio Suites – Short North & Convention Center

Short North, 2.6 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Kenson

₹4,501

₹9,688 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

13. Graduate by Hilton Columbus

Short North, 2.6 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Deven

₹16,061

₹19,112 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom | City view

14. Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph

Short North, 2.8 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Cynthia

₹16,298

₹19,394 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

15. Olentangy Motor Inn

Grandview Heights, 3.2 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Patricia

₹9,450

₹11,151 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

16. SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU

Grandview Heights, 3.2 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Donna

₹10,429

₹12,305 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

17. The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel

1.8 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Tatyana L.

₹6,337

₹7,478 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

18. AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown

Arena District, 3.1 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Noel

₹16,088

₹19,173 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown

Short North, 3.1 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Alejandro

₹16,488

₹19,456 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

20. Moxy Columbus Short North

Short North, 2.5 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Donald

₹13,569

₹16,012 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Lincoln Short North B&B	10.0 Exceptional 617 reviews	View
Jungle House Boutique Suites – Short North & Convention Center	10.0 Exceptional 76 reviews	View
Jungle House Downtown Columbus – Modern Boutique Suites	10.0 Exceptional 28 reviews	View
Jungle House Boutique Residences – Downtown Columbus & Short North	10.0 Exceptional 25 reviews	View
Jungle House Urban Lofts – Arena District & Short North	9.8 Exceptional 28 reviews	View

Top Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Comfort Suites Columbus Expo Center

8/10 Good

"A good value hotel needs more parking,lol"

Hyatt Regency Columbus

10/10 Excellent

"Goodbye"

The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice place"

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

10/10 Excellent

"Great location beautiful room"

Graduate by Hilton Columbus

10/10 Excellent

"😎"

Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Only issue was charged for parking when I had no vehicle!!!!"

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus Downtown-Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, helpful staff"

Jungle House Designer Residences – Downtown Columbus

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful Place!!! Would Definitely Stay Here Again!!!"

Other attractions near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

A soccer field with players in yellow and green uniforms, spectators in the stands, and a goalpost.

Historic Crew Stadium

8.0/10 (763 reviews)

Catch an event at Historic Crew Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Wexner Center for the Arts

10.0/10 (7 reviews)

Discover a world of new and exciting contemporary art, performance and film at this laboratory for the arts at Ohio State University.

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Natural Resources Park

After visiting Natural Resources Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbus. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.

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Ohio History Center

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Ohio History Center during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

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Newport Music Hall

9.2/10 (45 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Newport Music Hall on your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's entertainment choices and lively festivals.

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Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum during your travels in Columbus. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

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Jazz Arts Group

You can get tickets for a performance at Jazz Arts Group on your trip to Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Progressive Field

Catch an event at Progressive Field during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds?

Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds is located in an area of Columbus known for its great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 117 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds?

Adjacent to Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds, Comfort Suites Columbus Expo Center is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Another good choice is Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Fairgrounds, located just 0.3 mi (0.4 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds?

Expedia has 117 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds.

What can I see and do near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds?

You'll want to browse the collections at Columbus Museum of Art, COSI and Ohio History Center. Explore landmarks like Lincoln Theatre, Palace Theatre and LeVeque Tower. You can check out the local talent at Newport Music Hall, KEMBA Live! and Ohio Theatre.

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Our top choices for Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds hotels

1. The Lincoln Short North B&B

2. Jungle House Boutique Suites – Short North & Convention Center

3. Jungle House Downtown Columbus – Modern Boutique Suites

4. Jungle House Boutique Residences – Downtown Columbus & Short North

5. Jungle House Urban Lofts – Arena District & Short North

6. Jungle House Urban Lofts - Short North & Convention Center

7. Jungle House Luxury Lofts – Short North High Street

8. Jungle House Boutique Lofts – Downtown Columbus & Short North

9. Jungle House Modern Lofts – Arena District & Short North

10. The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

11. Jungle House Luxury Stays - Downtown Columbus & Short North

12. Jungle House Studio Suites – Short North & Convention Center

13. Graduate by Hilton Columbus

14. Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph

15. Olentangy Motor Inn

16. SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU

17. The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel

18. AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown

20. Moxy Columbus Short North

Compare popular hotels close to Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Top Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Comfort Suites Columbus Expo Center

Hyatt Regency Columbus

The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

Graduate by Hilton Columbus

Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus Downtown-Convention Center

Jungle House Designer Residences – Downtown Columbus

Other attractions near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Historic Crew Stadium

Wexner Center for the Arts

Natural Resources Park

Ohio History Center

Newport Music Hall

Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum

Jazz Arts Group

Progressive Field

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