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Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Historic Crew Stadium

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Fitness facility
Property amenity

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec

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701 E Hudson St, Columbus, OH, 43211
  • Place, Historic Crew Stadium
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Ohio State Fairgrounds
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Ohio State University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Columbus

At Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Historic Crew Stadium and Ohio History Center. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast, a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business centre. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a business centre. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning/laundry services. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this South Linden hotel, you'll be 3.1 km (2 mi) from Ohio State University and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Ohio Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Historic Crew Stadium - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ohio History Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ohio State Fairgrounds - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ohio Expo Center and State Fair - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Ohio State University - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Summit Music Hall - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Bourbon Street - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hudson Marketing Group - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near Historic Crew Stadium
Public spaces have free WiFi. There's an onsite 24-hour business centre. Free breakfast is served daily. A 24-hour fitness centre, multilingual staff, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG. For a fee, parking is available.
  • 1 building
  • 71 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG offers 71 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Secured parking on site (USD 7.95 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: USD 2.99 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Secured self-parking fee: USD 7.95 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 35 mi (56 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 35 mi (56 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 Fair Expo
Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 Fair Expo Hotel State OH Center
Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 OH State Fair Expo Center
Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 OH State Fair Expo Center Hotel
Hotel Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 / OH State Fair / Expo Center
Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 OH State Fair Expo Center Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 OH State Fair Expo Center Columbus
Holiday Inn Express Ex I-71 OH State Fair Expo Center
Holiday Inn Express Ex I 71 / OH State Fair / Expo Center

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG?

As of 26 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG on 28 Dec 2025 start from AU$130.17, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG has a secured self car park with in/out privileges for USD 7.95 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG is Alum Creek Beach (19.3 km).

Does Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary buffet brekkie is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 335 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 161 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 86 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 91 out of 1002 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Yuck

This was so bad I don’t even know where to start. Hotel was in a bad area. Parking was ridiculous. Very little parking. Outside of the hotel was unkept and a mess. Inside the hotel, the climate control was not working properly felt humid and musty. The room was not quiet. We didn’t get any sleep. Hotel is in need of updating. This was in a scary part of town did not feel safe with my kids. Wondered if I would wake up and have damage to my vehicle done overnight or car parts removed. Front desk staff sat outside and smoked constantly. They were outside more than they were inside. Every time we came in or out of the hotel, they were not at the desk. They were out front smoking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sasa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nicole

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a terrible area. It felt very unsafe. The entire floor smelled. In the middle of the night, 1am, there were people screaming and physically fighting. The front desk did not pick up when I called and I had to call the 800 number for them to contact someone to remove the people fighting in the hallway. The room was okay. There were stains on the walls and carpet. When I talked to the morning manager at checkout, she apologized and said she was glad she didn’t work the night shift. If I could give zero stars, I would likely do so. I am very disappointed with the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Travis

Liked: Staff & service
Breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was good! Eggs, sausage, and pancakes, and gravy. Super clean room and hotel. I even ran my finger through the top of the furniture and no dust.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cierra

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Do NOT believe the nice low price. What they do NOT tell you is that you have to pay an ECO-Friendly Fee of $3.99. Huh? I asked what that meant and they did not know. At checkout I was also dismayed to find that I had to pay a $8.95 PARKING FEE. Fair enough I guess except that I do not have a CAR! They could not refund me the $8.95 at the desk, said I had to call corporate and wait 7 to 14 days for a refund. Still waiting........ And Expedia now claims that the price you see includes all taxes and fees..........Not with this one.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Pretty easy straightforward check in. The hotel was dirty. Front desk, dirty. Floors, dirty. Hotel room itself was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenna

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rafe

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tyler

Travelled with partner
Property (and area) is "good enough" to stay for one night, but not much longer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Check in was fine
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

San Juanita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice, very clean, very helpful and I like the complimentary shampoo/ conditioner/ body wash and lotion
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Yoomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is nice and neat. Only thing I didn't like is breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Scott

Reservation not secured.

The hotel itself was clean. Room was comfortable. TV channel list did not match channels. My beef is with Hotels.com. I went through them to make my reservation for two nights and was only secured for one. They did fine me another hotel for my second night but I should not have to receive a phone call from my hotel telling me I have to leave the hotel when I'm in the middle of my vacation. Not a good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Elevator was out, they were out of certain breakfast foods, and key card didn’t work
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Teshika

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

We arrived to Columbus early for our appointment at wexner hospital so we decided to drive to the Hotel just to make sure we knew how to get there. We found it and decided to go next door to the wendys to use the bathroom. NO PUBLIC RESTROOMS. So we went to the Holiday Inn and told them that we would be checking in later; at 4pm but asked if we could use a restroom. NO PUBLIC RESTROOM. They recommended we try the Shell station across the street. NO PUBLIC RESTROOM. So we went back to the hospital to use the restroom there. After our stay a the Hotel we didnt receive a receipt a discovered an additional 15 dollar charge on our credit card. What's up with that?
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Calli

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gladys

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and bathroom handicap accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaiden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Timothy

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was not very clean. Terrible neighborhood. No hot water. Luke warm at best. Elevator shakes. Hall carpet heavily stained.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025