The Best Hotels Closest to Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds in Columbus for 2026

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Our top choices for Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds hotels

A bedroom with two beds, a small table with a plant, and a window.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a wooden floor.

A dining area with a wooden table and yellow chairs, surrounded by potted plants.

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

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

Erin

SAR 208

SAR 673 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

Cristina

SAR 243

SAR 640 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

3. Jungle House Designer Residences – Downtown Columbus

Italian Village, 1.6 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Keegan

SAR 331

SAR 819 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

Italian Village, 1.8 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Amanda

SAR 331

SAR 819 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A brick patio with a tree, a chair, and a building in the background.

A room with a round wooden coffee table, two armchairs, a sofa, a fireplace, and a chandelier.

A living room with a gray sofa, a wooden coffee table, a wicker chair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall displaying a scenic road.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

5. The Lincoln Short North B&B

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

Darryl

SAR 569

SAR 720 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A kitchen with white cabinets, a brick accent wall, a gas stove, and various kitchen appliances.

A wooden staircase leading to a dining area with a table and chairs.

A white door, a vase with flowers, a potted plant, and a mirror on a wall.

A compact living space with a grey sofa, a small kitchen area, and a door with a light fixture.

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

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

Cheri

SAR 160

SAR 479 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A neatly made bed with white linens, a small round wooden side table with a remote control, a potted plant, and a gold monkey figurine.

A modern living room with a yellow sofa, a wooden floor, a brick wall, and a staircase.

A cozy room with a leather sofa, a small wooden side table with a plant and a book titled 'HOSPITALITY HOSTS,' and a brick wall.

A modern dining area with a brick wall, a wooden dining table, and leather chairs.

7. Jungle House Downtown Columbus – Modern Boutique Suites

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

Jasmine

SAR 239

SAR 634 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A corner with a brick wall, a table, a chair, and a potted plant.

A kitchen with a brick wall, white cabinets, a marble countertop, and hanging plants.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a brick wall, and a bar area with stools.

A modern living room with a green sofa, wooden flooring, a brick wall, and a kitchen area with white cabinets.

8. Jungle House Luxury Lofts – Short North High Street

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

Rachel

SAR 226

SAR 487 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, a round mirror, a ceiling fan, a brick wall, a kitchen area, and a wooden floor.

A kitchen with a brick wall, white cabinets, a refrigerator, an oven, and a door.

A coffee station with a coffee maker, a sign, and two containers labeled 'Local House Coffee' and 'Local Lucky Coffee' on a wooden table.

A kitchen with a white refrigerator, a trash bin, a small table with a coffee machine, and a brick wall.

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

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

Aaron

SAR 135

SAR 361 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A bed with a white fluffy cover, a woven headboard, and a bedside table with a plant and a lamp.

A modern interior with a wooden bench, a staircase, and potted plants.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a hanging light fixture, a window, and a potted plant.

A modern kitchen with a brick wall, wooden bar stools, and a staircase.

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

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

Melanie

SAR 267

SAR 667 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

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

John

SAR 184

SAR 437 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

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

SAR 252

SAR 650 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel entrance with a covered outdoor seating area, a brick facade, and a landscaped garden.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a bar area.

A spacious indoor dining area with round tables, chairs, and string lights.

13. The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

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

Isreal

SAR 486

SAR 573 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio area with a covered seating area, a grill, and a round table with chairs.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables, with large windows providing natural light.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a television.

14. Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

2.9 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Josh

SAR 507

SAR 598 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio with stone seating, a fire pit, and a water feature.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, multiple stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large wall with a cityscape mural.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a chair, a bed with white bedding, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

15. SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU

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

Richard

SAR 375

SAR 443 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A restaurant with multiple tables, hanging brass instruments, and a brick wall.

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

A hotel lobby with a checkered floor, a sofa set, armchairs, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel lobby with a large window, a sofa set, and a patterned rug.

16. Graduate by Hilton Columbus

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

Nicholas G

SAR 635

SAR 756 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, modern furniture, and a glass wall leading to an outdoor area.

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, a fireplace, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

A modern hotel room with a city view, a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and a small side table.

A dining area with a central table surrounded by chairs, a wine rack in the background, and a chandelier.

17. Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph

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

Shane

SAR 644

SAR 766 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A mural with coffee-related illustrations and text, including "Latte," "Mocha," and "Buckeye."

A compact room with a bed, a microwave, a refrigerator, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

A modern hotel room with a round mirror, a flat-screen TV, a wooden desk, and a built-in microwave.

A building with a sign reading "Crimson Cup Coffee Drive Thru" and a sign indicating a coffee drive-thru service.

18. Olentangy Motor Inn

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

Patricia

SAR 406

SAR 479 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hot tub under a wooden gazebo with a bench and a trash bin nearby.

A room with a foosball table, a sofa, a chair, and a bar area with stools.

A two-story house with a red facade, white trim, and a front porch. There are two American flags on the left side of the porch.

A room with three wooden beds, a blue striped rug, and a mirror on the wall.

19. The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel

1.8 km from Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

fougere

SAR 200

SAR 235 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a central entrance.

A brick building with large windows and a sidewalk lined with potted plants.

An indoor swimming pool with a skylight, lounge area with seating, and a clock on the wall.

A spacious lobby with a staircase, seating areas, and a large chandelier.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown

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

Alejandro

SAR 695

SAR 820 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Jungle House Boutique Residences – Downtown Columbus & Short North	10.0 Exceptional 27 reviews	View
Jungle House Boutique Suites – Short North & Convention Center	10.0 Exceptional 82 reviews	View
Jungle House Designer Residences – Downtown Columbus	10.0 Exceptional 18 reviews	View
Jungle House Premier Residences – Downtown Columbus & Short North	10.0 Exceptional 17 reviews	View
The Lincoln Short North B&B	10.0 Exceptional 619 reviews	View

Top Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

10/10 Excellent

"Its an extremely convenient location if you are visiting OSU"

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

10/10 Excellent

"pool and room we're great. location was perfect. we walked to the OSU campus and to dinner."

Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

Hyatt Regency Columbus

10/10 Excellent

"Would surely stay here again. The Place was clean, the staff was friendly, and the beds were awesome."

★★ The Red Lion ★★. OSU British Pubcade Castle

10/10 Excellent

"It has dragon wish you could make dragon glow to blind neighbors"

Winterfell Barcade - OSU Home in Weinland Park/Short North

8/10 Good

"Two parking spaces off the alley plus street parking. Location is close to downtown.Fun Game of Thrones decor. Nice Keurig. Fenced backyard. Only 1 bathroom, but with modern shower and plenty of hot water. Dishwasher. No laundry washer and dryer.Host was very responsive to questions and a request."

English Court Barcade: OSU home in Weinland Park/Short North

10/10 Excellent

"It was cool and different. The only thing that stunk was the dog next door never stopped barking. But it's not the property owners fault. Other than that fun place to stay."

★★ Gondor ★★. OSU Dragon Castle Barcade

10/10 Excellent

"The place was awesome and perfect size for my group. Great communication and great service from the maintenance staff when needed. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone."

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)

Enjoy a stop at Wexner Center for the Arts, an entertaining place to visit in Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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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 browsing 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 during 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 studying the exhibits at Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum during your travels in Columbus. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

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Jazz Arts Group

You can get tickets for a performance at Jazz Arts Group during your stay in 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, check out the 123 hotels and other accommodations 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 traveler 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 are there near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds?

Expedia has 123 hotels and other accommodations 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! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds?

To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds, click here.

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 Riffe Center Theatre Complex.

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Our top choices for Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds hotels

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

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

3. Jungle House Designer Residences – Downtown Columbus

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

5. The Lincoln Short North B&B

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

7. Jungle House Downtown Columbus – Modern Boutique Suites

8. Jungle House Luxury Lofts – Short North High Street

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

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

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

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

13. The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

14. Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

15. SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU

16. Graduate by Hilton Columbus

17. Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph

18. Olentangy Motor Inn

19. The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown

Compare popular hotels close to Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Top Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG

Hyatt Regency Columbus

★★ The Red Lion ★★. OSU British Pubcade Castle

Winterfell Barcade - OSU Home in Weinland Park/Short North

English Court Barcade: OSU home in Weinland Park/Short North

★★ Gondor ★★. OSU Dragon Castle Barcade

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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