HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS OHIO STATE FAIR GROUNDS

701 East Hudson St., Columbus, OH 43211 United States (USA)
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2.5 Star Suburban Hotel in Franklin County
40.01461-82.9919
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4.5/5

Based on 8 guest reviews

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  • Has indoor swimming pool
  • Free comp. breakfast
  • The Avg. Group Saves 25.1%!
  • Access to gym on-site
  • 71 sleeping rooms in hotel
  • Check out: 11:00am
  • Hotel has a green policy
  • Group booking rating of 10.0/10

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Local Attractions

The hotel is located off exit 112 off interstate 71. And 8 miles south of the 270 beltway. The hotel is a short drive from the following sporting attractions: Berliner Park softball complex 8 miles, The Ohio State University 2 miles, Columbus Crew Stadium .5 miles, Ohio Expo Center 1.5 miles, The Chiller Ice Rinks 4 - 15 miles depending on location, Polaris Fashion Place 10 miles, Easton 6 miles, Nationwide Arena 4 miles, Greater Columbus Convention Center 4 miles & Downtown Columbus 4 miles.

Customer Reviews of Holiday Inn Express Ohio State Fair Grounds

4.5 out of 5. Based on 8 guest reviews, Very Good

Property Description

Holiday Inn Express Expo Center has 71 total rooms, all are non-smoking, and 50 rooms with two beds. All rooms feature and upgraded bedding package with both firm and soft pillows and superior triple sheet-ed linens and pillow top mattresses. In addition, all rooms include a microwave and refrigerator. All group rates include the following: free Wi-Fi, free hot Smart Start Breakfast buffet offered seven days a week which features eggs, sausage or bacon, biscuits gravy, made to order pancakes, cinnamon rolls, oatmeal, cereal, toast, bagels, muffins, fresh whole fruit, coffee, tea, and a variety of juices. The hotel also offers the following complimentary amenities: indoor pool, fitness center, flat screen TVs, and free parking. Along with these amenities the hotel has meeting space that is great for team meals and meetings. The hotel is near the following: Interstate 71, 8 miles south of the 270 beltway. The hotel is a short drive from the following sporting attractions: Berliner Park softball complex 8 miles, The Ohio State University 2 miles, Columbus Crew Stadium .5 miles, Ohio Expo Center 1.5 miles, The Chiller Ice Rinks 4 - 15 miles depending on location, Polaris Fashion Place 10 miles, Easton 6 miles, Nationwide Arena 4 miles, Greater Columbus Convention Center 4 miles, & Downtown Columbus 4 miles.

Green Sustainability

If guests decline housekeeping service they receive rewards points for every night they decline.

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 3:00PM
Check Out: 11:00am
Year of Last Renovation: 2017
Floors: 4
Rooms: 71
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 50
Handicap Rooms: 4
Suites: 15
Room Windows: Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 1 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 324 sq. feet
Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 2.0 Mi
Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site
Pool Info:
Open from 8:00am to 11:00pm Size of the indoor pool is 20 feet x 35 feet Shallow end being 3 feet and deep end is 5 feet. We have an indoor heated pool with temperature of the water set at 82 degrees.
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
6:00 pm one day prior to the date of arrival
Nightly Parking: 0.00
Total Taxes: 17.50%
Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 7.50% (State)
Occupancy Tax: 5.00% (Columbus Bed Tax)
City Tax: 5.00% (Columbus City Tax)

Amenities / Features


Pet Friendly? Sorry, pets are not allowed.

  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Bus parking
  • Central location
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • 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
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Express Check-Out
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Free local calls
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Laundry valet service
  • Microwave in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Private car parking
  • Quiet location
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • 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

12 min. from Port Columbus International Airport.

Local Shuttle Info: No shuttle

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Breakfast Information

Complimentary Smart Start Breakfast buffet is offered seven days a week. The buffet features eggs, sausage or bacon, biscuits gravy, made to order pancakes, cinnamon rolls, oatmeal, cereal, toast, bagels, muffins, fresh whole fruit, coffee, tea, and a variety of juices.

Parking Info

Free parking for all vehicles, including buses and tractor trailers.

Internet / WiFI

Free high speed internet access

About Holiday Inn Express

  • Free Express Start Breakfast Bar offering eggs, omelets, bacon and sausage, and their signature cinnamon rolls just to name a few
  • Have their own 100% Arabica Smart Roast Coffee
  • Free high-speed internet service in every room
  • eHost Online Concierge Service where guests can learn about hotel amenities, major airlines nearby, up-to-date local weather and even car rental services
  • Perfect for the business traveler on the go, Holiday Inn Express offers 24/7 fax & photocopy services
  • Unlimited free local and toll-free calls

The Holiday Inn Express highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Previously known as:
Holiday Inn Express Ex I 71 / Oh State Fair / Expo, Holiday Inn Express Ohio State Fair Expo Center, Holiday Inn Express

Group vs. Individual Rates at Holiday Inn Express Ohio State Fair Grounds

Rate fluctuations of Holiday Inn Express Ohio State Fair Grounds

Above shows trends of room prices for both our group rates and the lowest individual traveler prices our rate checker could find at the time the group bid was placed. The best group/meeting rate displayed is 55.8% in the month of May 2017 and the highest average individual rate is $248 in the month of May 2017. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Holiday Inn Express Ohio State Fair Grounds in a month when rates are lower.

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Holiday Inn Express Ohio State Fair Grounds

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Holiday Inn Express Ohio State Fair Grounds.

Feel free to use the Holiday Inn Express Ohio State Fair Grounds meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Columbus event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Feet)		 Size
(sqft.)		 Banquet
5'/6'
Banquet Space Layout		 Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout		 Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout		 Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout		 U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout		 Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space		 Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout		 Theater
Theater Layout		 Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting		 Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
Boardroom 27 x 12 x 8 324 --/-- -- 18 8 9 8 --/-- -- -- --
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Boardroom

Room Type:
Boardroom
Total Size:
324 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
27 x 12 x 8 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Columns:
0
Windows:
1
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • WIFI Internet
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
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