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 Springer Opera House and RiverCenter for the Performing Arts 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 49 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 Springer Opera House and Coca-Cola Space Science Center 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.

Top 10 Downtown Columbus Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Downtown Columbus hotels

A modern cafe with a central wooden table, a coffee machine, and a waffle station.

1. Hampton Inn Columbus Downtown, GA

Downtown Columbus

lisa renee

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A terrace with wicker furniture, a view of a river, and a modern lamp.

2. Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place by IHG

Downtown Columbus

Ellen

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A restaurant with a brick wall, wooden bar stools, and pendant lighting.

3. Columbus Marriott

Downtown Columbus

Merikay

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel entrance with a modern facade, illuminated windows, and a prominent AC HOTEL sign.

4. AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown

Downtown Columbus

Steven

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A hotel entrance with a brick facade, glass doors, and potted plants.

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

Downtown Columbus

Ronald

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A clean, well-lit indoor space with multiple tables and chairs, a clock on the wall, and a large window providing a view of the outside.

6. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Columbus Downtown

Downtown Columbus

Robert

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by trees and a decorative fence.

7. Rothschild-Pound House Inn

Downtown Columbus

Chalon

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a number '6' sign, and two potted plants with pink flowers.

8. Motel 6 Columbus, GA - Downtown

Downtown Columbus

Steven

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a rooftop pool, outdoor seating, and a view of a river.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Phenix City

1.1 km from Downtown Columbus

Daphne

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bar area with wooden shelves and glass partitions displaying various bottles and glasses.

10. City Mills Hotel

1.6 km from Downtown Columbus

Mackenzee

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Phenix City- Columbus Area

2.4 km from Downtown Columbus

Connie

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a white sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar area with stools.

12. Quality Inn Phenix City Columbus

2.5 km from Downtown Columbus

Melissa

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a prominent entrance, numbered 1702, and a clear sky above.

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

4 km from Downtown Columbus

ricky

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

14. Rodeway Inn Phenix City - Columbus

2.4 km from Downtown Columbus

Destiny

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a television.

15. Budgetel Inn - Phenix City

2.6 km from Downtown Columbus

Matthew

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

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

6.4 km from Downtown Columbus

Yureimi

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a large potted plant.

17. Comfort Inn Columbus near Fort Benning

5.4 km from Downtown Columbus

Annette

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A reception area with a stone fireplace, a counter with amenities, and a sign for Marriott Bonvoy.

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus

5.8 km from Downtown Columbus

Thomas

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a wardrobe, and a shower area.

19. Courtyard by Marriott Columbus

6.9 km from Downtown Columbus

Derrick

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a blue exterior and stone accents, featuring a parking lot and a landscaped area with a small tree.

20. LikeHome Extended Stay Hotel Columbus

2.9 km from Downtown Columbus

Brandon

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Columbus

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place by IHG	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 673 reviews	View
AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 319 reviews	View
Columbus Marriott	3.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 688 reviews	View
Studio 6 Extended Stay - Columbus, GA -Downtown	2.0 star property	7.6 Good 15 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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East Highlands

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

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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 Springer Opera House and RiverCenter for the Performing Arts.

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Wynnton Village Historic District

While there might not be top attractions in Wynnton Village Historic District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Columbus Museum and Springer Opera House.

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