Candlewood Suites Polaris An Ihg Hotel

8515 Lyra Dr., Columbus, OH 43240 United States (USA) near Exit 121 on I-71 (~0.3mi)
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2.5 Star Property
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  • We have an indoor pool
  • The Avg. Group Discount is 17.1%!
  • Gym is available on property
  • 122 rooms in hotel
  • 4 floors in hotel
  • 122 suites in hotel
  • Check-in time: 3:00PM
  • Has environment-friendly policy
  • Group score of 10.0/10

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Local Attractions

JPMorgan Chase, Mettler-Toledo, ABB, Emerson/Vertiv, Microsoft, Mount Carmel St. Ann's Hospital, Ohio Health Westerville Emergency Center, Polaris Fashion Place, IKEA, Cabela's, Topgolf, Alum Creek State Park, Uptown Westerville, Otterbein University, Ohio State Fairgrounds & EXPO Center, Historic Columbus Crew Stadium, The Ohio State University, Nationwide Arena, Chiller North Ice Rink, Columbus Short North, German Village and Arena District.

Verified Reviews of Candlewood Suites Polaris by IHG

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Clean rooms"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Room is very clean and the staff is helpful. Perfect for my two night stay.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
07-Feb-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Feb 06 to Sun Feb 08 2026 at a $78.99 average nightly rate.
"Room was spacious at a fair price."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Room was spacious at a fair price. I'll return when I need a hotel stay.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
19-Jun-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jun 18 to Thu Jun 19 2025 at a $113.99 average nightly rate.
"Clean"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I've stayed at many hotels. And my biggest complaint is cleanliness. This hotel exceeded my expectations. Little pricey, but worth the amount for the stay.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
22-Dec-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Dec 21 to Sun Dec 22 2024 at a $140.99 average nightly rate.
"Awesome hotel and employees."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Your employees are wonderful and your hotel is wonderful.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
23-Nov-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Nov 22 to Sun Nov 24 2024 at a $89.00 average nightly rate.
3.0 out of 5. Based on 1189 guest reviews

Property Description

Located in the heart of the city's premier shopping and business district, the Candlewood Suites Polaris offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and extended-stay functionality. Whether you are in town for a weekend getaway, a relocation, or a long-term corporate project, our all-suite hotel is designed to be your home-away-from-home.Spacious Suites Designed for Living - Every guest room at our property is a suite, providing significantly more space than a standard hotel room. Each suite features a fully equipped kitchen complete with a full-sized refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, dishwasher, and all the cookware and utensils you need to prepare home-cooked meals. This not only offers a sense of normalcy during travel but also provides a significant cost saving for long-term travelers. Relax in a dedicated living area and enjoy a restful night's sleep on our plush bedding.Strategic Location & Major Transit Hubs - Our location at Polaris Fashion Place puts you within walking distance of world-class shopping, over 50 restaurants, and top-tier entertainment.** Proximity to New Albany: We are a primary choice for professionals and contractors tied to the massive development projects in New Albany. Located just a short, 15–20-minute drive via the I-71/I-270 corridor, our hotel offers an easy commute to the Intel site, Google, Meta, and the New Albany International Business Park.** Easy Airport Access: Travel is seamless with John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) located just 15 miles away. Our proximity to major highways (I-71 and SR-23) ensures you spend less time in traffic and more time relaxing or working.** Corporate Hub: We are minutes away from major corporate offices including JPMorgan Chase, Mettler Toledo, and Microsoft.Amenities Tailored to Your Schedule - We understand that your schedule doesn't always run 9-to-5, which is why we provide 24-hour access to our most popular amenities:** The Candlewood Cupboard: Our on-site convenience store is open 24/7, stocked with breakfast items, snacks, frozen entrees, and beverages.** Complimentary Laundry: Save on expensive valet fees with our free guest laundry facility, available around the clock.** Fitness Center & Indoor Pool: Maintain your routine in our 24-hour fitness center or take a refreshing dip in our heated indoor pool.** Gazebo Grill: Enjoy the outdoors and cook up a meal on our professional-grade BBQ grills in the gazebo area.** Lending Locker: Borrow items you couldn't pack, such as crockpots, board games, or specialized kitchen tools.Pet-Friendly & Guest-Focused - We know that a long-term stay is better with your best friend, which is why the Candlewood Suites Polaris is a pet-friendly hotel. Our dedicated staff is committed to providing a high level of service, ensuring every guest—whether staying for one night or several months—feels welcomed and supported.Explore Columbus - When you have downtime, you are perfectly positioned to explore the best of Central Ohio. The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and Zoombezi Bay are just a short drive away. Sports fans will appreciate our proximity to The Ohio State University and downtown Columbus, home to the Nationwide Arena and the Short North Arts District.Stay settled and stay productive at the Candlewood Suites Polaris, where we provide the space and amenities you need to live your life on your own terms.

Green Sustainability

This is an IHG Green Engage HotelWe know sustainability is as important to you as it is to us – that’s why we’ve made it easy for you to choose a hotel that shares your values. When you stay at an IHG Green Engage hotel, you become part of our worldwide effort to protect our environment.What is IHG Green Engage?IHG Green Engage is an online system that gives our hotels the means to measure their day-to-day environmental impact. Hotels signed up to the system can track how much energy, carbon and water they’re using and how well they’re managing waste. At the same time they can choose from over 200 activities designed to help them use fewer resources, improve their carbon footprint and reduce their water use. We created IHG Green Engage to help us design, build and run greener hotels. Every time you stay at an IHG Green Engage hotel you’re boosting our efforts.

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 3:00PM
Check Out: 11:00AM
Year of Last Renovation: 2019
Floors: 4
Rooms: 122
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 122
Handicap Rooms: 6
Rooms with 1 Bed: 94
Rooms with 2 Beds: 28
Suites: 122
Room Windows: Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency: Weekly
Meeting Rooms: 0
Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.5 Mi
Dist. to Nearest Gym: 0.5 Mi
Lounge/Bar Hours: N/A
FEMA Approved: Yes
Pool Info:
Indoor pool and whirlpool. Hours of operation from 8AM - 10PM.
Ownership: AKS Management
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
24-hours prior to date of arrival
Nightly Parking: 0.00
Typical Group Deposit: 0
Total Taxes: 15.60%
Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 7.50%
City Tax: 8.10%

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Bus parking
  • Camping or barbeque facilities
  • Central location
  • Child facilities
  • Clothes drying
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Credit card accepted: JCB
  • DVD Player
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Free local calls
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Central heating
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Internet - ethernet
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Jacuzzi
  • Kitchenette in room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry valet service
  • Movies in room
  • Microwave in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Pets allowed
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Quiet location
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shop
  • Shower
  • Swimming pool - indoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Telephone - Free local calls
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • TV room
  • Voicemail

Airport & Shuttle Information

Columbus Airport is 15 miles. $40-60 taxi one-way; or utilize ride share for rates around $30 each way.

Local Shuttle Info: We do not have shuttle service.

Breakfast Information

Every guest suite at the Candlewood Suites Polaris features a fully equipped kitchen with full size refrigerators, so guests are able to prepare meals in their room. The Candlewood Cupboard is another option where guests can purchase a Grab-n-Go breakfast or for a small price, purchase additional items from water, juices and soft drinks to breakfast, lunch and dinner options. The Candlewood Cupboard is accessible 24-hours a day. The Candlewood Suites does not offer a complimentary breakfast.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Yes! Pets are allowed.
$100 non-refundable fee

Parking Info

Complimentary parking.

Internet / WiFI

Complimentary WiFi throughout the entire hotel. The 24-hour business center offers computers and printers for guest use. Copying and faxing is available through the front desk.

Cleaning Policies

Guests room are cleaned to IHG standards also an extra sanitizing process added at the end of the 5 step process. We pride ourselves on cleanliness. Once checked in we have housekeeping service once every 7 days unless requested otherwise. We do adhere to all CDC regulations and go above and beyond for your safety and the safety of our staff.

About Candlewood Suites

  • Home-like enviroment, great for an extended stay
  • Fully equipped kitchens with a full-size refrigerator with ice maker, dishwasher, microwave and stovetop, dishes, cookware, and utensils
  • Free high-speed internet access and a large workspace available in each guest room
  • TV with DVD player and a comfortable recliner
  • Comforts of Home Bedding Collection with soft pillows, high quality sheets, and a comfortable mattress set
  • Provide a Lending Locker service where guests can borrow common household items to use during their stay
  • Pets are welcome weighing less than 80 lbs
  • Free local calls and two phone lines with data port as an added convenience
  • Candlewood Cupboard offers a Brown Bag Breakfast for a meal on the go
  • Candlewood Gazebo Grill gives guests a great outdoor dining experience ideal for groups
  • Free guest laundry open 24/7 with detergent and other laundry items available at a decent price
  • Great fitness area
  • Housekeeping on a weekly basis

The Candlewood Suites highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: Northstar Cafe - A popular spot for healthy and delicious breakfast options, located 1.8 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: The Pearl - A gastropub serving elevated comfort food, located 2.3 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: The Guild House - A modern American restaurant with a sophisticated atmosphere, located 2.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium - A world-class zoo with a wide variety of animals and exhibits, located 8.7 miles from the hotel.
  • Day 2

  • Breakfast: Katalina's - A cozy cafe known for their unique breakfast dishes, located 3.6 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: North Market - A vibrant indoor market with a variety of food vendors, located 9.1 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Lindey's - A classic American bistro with a charming patio, located 4.2 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Short North Arts District - A lively neighborhood known for its art galleries, boutiques, and restaurants, located 4.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Day 3

  • Breakfast: Fox in the Snow Cafe - A trendy cafe known for their pastries and coffee, located 5.8 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Milestone 229 - A waterfront restaurant offering scenic views and a diverse menu, located 6.2 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: The Refectory Restaurant & Bistro - A fine dining establishment specializing in French cuisine, located 9.3 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Scioto Mile - A scenic park along the Scioto River with walking paths, fountains, and public art, located 6.5 miles from the hotel.

Previously known as:
Candlewood Suites Polaris, an IHG Hotel

Hotel Rate Trends at Candlewood Suites Polaris An Ihg Hotel

Rate fluctuations of Candlewood Suites Polaris An Ihg Hotel

The graph above is averages of room rates for both group prices and the lowest online individual rates our system could find at the time the group bid was submitted. The lowest group/meeting discount shown is 29.1% in November 2025 and the highest average individual rate is $163 in the month of October 2026. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Candlewood Suites Polaris An Ihg Hotel in a month when rates are lower.

FAQs about Candlewood Suites Polaris by IHG

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Candlewood Suites Polaris by IHG have?

There are 122 rooms in the property.

What kind of breakfast is at Candlewood Suites Polaris by IHG?

Every guest suite at the Candlewood Suites Polaris features a fully equipped kitchen with full size refrigerators, so guests are able to prepare meals in their room. The Candlewood Cupboard is another option where guests can purchase a Grab-n-Go breakfast or for a small price, purchase additional items from water, juices and soft drinks to breakfast, lunch and dinner options. The Candlewood Cupboard is accessible 24-hours a day. The Candlewood Suites does not offer a complimentary breakfast.

What parking is available at Candlewood Suites Polaris by IHG?

Complimentary parking.

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary WiFi throughout the entire hotel. The 24-hour business center offers computers and printers for guest use. Copying and faxing is available through the front desk.

Can I get a AAA rate at Candlewood Suites Polaris by IHG?

Yes, they have stay dates that support AAA hotel discounts. Example room type: AAA Rate - 1 Bedroom Communications Roll in Shower Accessible 460 Sqft Suite Comm Accessible Roll

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Candlewood Suites Polaris by IHG?

Yes, they have stay dates that support Senior hotel discounts. Example room type: Senior Discount 1 Bedroom Communications Roll in Shower Accessible 460 Sqft Suite Comm Accessible Ro

Is there a gym at Candlewood Suites Polaris by IHG?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Candlewood Suites Polaris by IHG?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Indoor pool and whirlpool. Hours of operation from 8AM - 10PM..

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