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Days Inn Columbus Fairgrounds

User score 2.5 out of 5 See all reviews
1700 Clara Street,Columbus, OH 43211
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Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Local currency: USD

Our Days Inn is the most conveniently located hotel to the Ohio State Fairgrounds, Crew Stadium and the Ohio Expo Center. With just a short walk to the Fairgrounds, we are the ideal choice for your lodging needs in the area. Our hotel offers Free Continental Breakfast, Free Wireless High Speed Internet, a covered Outdoor Pool, Free Guest Parking and are adjacent to McDonald's. Each of our modern appointed rooms feature Hair Dryers, In room Safe and Full Cable Television Channels, including HBO. Make the most of your visit by choosing the convenience of the Days Inn Fairgrounds.

We are also convenient to The Ohio State University 2 miles, Ohio Stadium 3 miles, Nationwide Arena 4 miles, Children's Hospital 5 miles, Riverside Hospital 6 miles, Port Columbus International Airport 8 miles, and walking distance to State Highway Patrol Academy and Crew Stadium.

Hotel policies

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Local currency: USD


Terms and conditions

*rate found for check-in Dec 27, check-out Dec 28

Rates displayed reflect the lowest rate found over the next 30 days. This rate is subject to change. Rates may not include service charges, extra person charges, fees or incidental charges (such as room service).

Converted rates (shown in parentheses) are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.

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2.5 out of 5

(15 reviews)

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Hotel address: 1700 Clara Street, Columbus, OH  43211  

 
 

Area served

Columbus, OH, 43211, US

Area airports

Only 6M to CMH airport!

Description

Business district, Entertainment district, Expressway

Amenities

  • Refrigerator
  • Cribs Available
  • Rollaway Beds
  • Outdoor Pool
  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Smoke Detectors
  • Vending Machines
  • RV or Truck Parking
  • Ice Machine
  • Truck Parking
  • Wake-up Service
  • Handicapped rooms/facilities
  • Free Parking
  • Wheel Chair Access
  • Microwave
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Pool
  • Bus Parking
  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • Air Conditioned
  • Satellite TV
  • TV Remote Control
  • Copy Service
  • Continental Breakfast
  • Outdoor Parking

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Overall score

2.5 out of 5

(15 reviews)

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3 out of 5

stay was fair

congress attendees Oct 26, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

when i booked the room it stated that a refrigerator was in the room. there was no refrigerator. when i called front desk to ... ask why we had no refrig he stated that all rooms that had refrigerators were already taken. well that presented a problem since we had items that did need to be refrigerated. i was told however that i could bring my items to the office and they would be put in a communal refrigerator. the towels were stained. the water had a very horrid smell to it. i understand that the water needs chlorinated but it was so bad that it actually made my eyes burn. other than that the overall cleanliness of the hotel was fine.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
3
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
2
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Family


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Score

2 out of 5

Quick tip

Not the best, but not the worst...

Rev Egg Plant Sep 30, 2009

Though this wasn't the worst place I've ever stayed, it did leave a bit to be desired. The room wasn't the cleanest. The TV ... being bolted on the dresser prevented the dresser from being moved back fully flush with the wall and some of our things dropped behind it. While retrieving them, we found a bit of trash and mess there. A bit more detail when cleaning up would be helpful. The room was small and so was the bed. It certainly didn't feel the same width as our queen-size waterbed at home, and the mattress was kind of mushy. Still, for what we had to do, the place was quiet, the folks behind the counter quick to take care of things, like rekeying our access cards when my wife misplaced and then found one, and things could have been much worse. I found the lack of dollar bill acceptors on the vending machines kind of a drag. I also felt that the lack of nearby restaurants other than the McDonald's next door was a real drag. Some extra attention is all this place really needs and some business entrepreneur could really do well getting a full service restaurant set up nearby.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
2
Location:
3
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
3
Dining options:
1

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, Short Drive

If you're looking for good food at a sit-down type stop, this isn't the place for you. McDonald's is the only restaurant nearby and if you're staying for any length of time, be prepared to drive a bit to find someplace to offer a sit down meal.


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Score

1 out of 5

disappointing

none Sep 21, 2009

disappointing ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
1
Room comfort:
1
Hotel check-in:
1
Maintenance:
1
Location:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel Staff:
1
Value:
3
Dining options:
1

Traveler type: Couples


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Dining tip, Short Drive

If you're looking for good food at a sit-down type stop, this isn't the place for you. McDonald's is the only restaurant nearby and if you're staying for any length of time, be prepared to drive a bit to find someplace to offer a sit down meal.

--Rev Egg Plant, Warren, MI Sep 30, 2009

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Drive

The main street with every kind of store/ restauraunt was very close It was only a short drive to theGermanVillage and the Art Gallery and the State Fairgrounds were just round the corner-walking distance

--Helena, Triangle, VA Jul 10, 2008

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Walk

The Ohio Fairground is less than a mile. The OSU campus is about 2 miles. The spots stadiums are only a couple miles also.

--Timothy, Cincinnati, OH Apr 28, 2007

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Overall score

2.5 out of 5

(15 reviews)

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3 out of 5

stay was fair

congress attendees Oct 26, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

when i booked the room it stated that a refrigerator was in the room. there was no refrigerator. when i called front desk to ... ask why we had no refrig he stated that all rooms that had refrigerators were already taken. well that presented a problem since we had items that did need to be refrigerated. i was told however that i could bring my items to the office and they would be put in a communal refrigerator. the towels were stained. the water had a very horrid smell to it. i understand that the water needs chlorinated but it was so bad that it actually made my eyes burn. other than that the overall cleanliness of the hotel was fine.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
3
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
2
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Family


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Score

2 out of 5

Quick tip

Not the best, but not the worst...

Rev Egg Plant Sep 30, 2009

Though this wasn't the worst place I've ever stayed, it did leave a bit to be desired. The room wasn't the cleanest. The TV ... being bolted on the dresser prevented the dresser from being moved back fully flush with the wall and some of our things dropped behind it. While retrieving them, we found a bit of trash and mess there. A bit more detail when cleaning up would be helpful. The room was small and so was the bed. It certainly didn't feel the same width as our queen-size waterbed at home, and the mattress was kind of mushy. Still, for what we had to do, the place was quiet, the folks behind the counter quick to take care of things, like rekeying our access cards when my wife misplaced and then found one, and things could have been much worse. I found the lack of dollar bill acceptors on the vending machines kind of a drag. I also felt that the lack of nearby restaurants other than the McDonald's next door was a real drag. Some extra attention is all this place really needs and some business entrepreneur could really do well getting a full service restaurant set up nearby.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
2
Location:
3
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
3
Dining options:
1

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, Short Drive

If you're looking for good food at a sit-down type stop, this isn't the place for you. McDonald's is the only restaurant nearby and if you're staying for any length of time, be prepared to drive a bit to find someplace to offer a sit down meal.


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Score

1 out of 5

disappointing

none Sep 21, 2009

disappointing ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
1
Room comfort:
1
Hotel check-in:
1
Maintenance:
1
Location:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel Staff:
1
Value:
3
Dining options:
1

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

3 out of 5

great price for location

crissy Aug 4, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

This hotel was located in a very nice area to get to different venues. It was very clean when we first got there. Our room ... was not cleaned while we were there for two days. The cleaning crew knocked on our door at 9am the first day and did not come back to clean when we left or the second day. In the pamplet it said it had a microwave, but it did not. This would have been very useful for us. It had everything else stated, refrigarator. hair dryer, and even an iron and ironing board which was nice.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
1
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

3 out of 5

Average stay

Jane Jun 24, 2009

I reserved this hotel because it had pool, but when we arrivied I found out that it was closed and it was dissapointing. ... Other that that it was average hotel, clean and good location.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
4
Location:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
3
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Friends


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Score

3 out of 5

Not bad for the $

Bethany Jun 23, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

It is nice that McDonalds was next door. The pool was closed, so we were aloud do use the pool next door (comfort inn). The ... bathroom is tiny, it's just the toilet and shower, the sink and counter is outside of the bathroom. DO NOT ORDER FOOD FROM THE AD BESIDE THE PHONE (I think it was Grandma's pizza or something like that) it was expensive, the food was burnt, soggy and late.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
3
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
3
Dining options:
2

Traveler type: Friends


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Score

3 out of 5

Days Inn Coumbus Fairgrounds

Horseshow mom May 17, 2009

We stayed at the Days Inn to be right next to the fairgrounds. That was the most attractive thing about this hotel was the ... location. If it wasn't for that I would probably never stay there again.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
2
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
3
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
3
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Family


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Very helpful and pleasant staff

Helena Jul 10, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

I was greeted very pleasantly at the desk not hurried but treated with courtesy The room was very clean and comfortable ... Lighting could have been a little brighter for using the computer The internet connection was weak but manageable There was plenty of choice for breakfast and it was well presented and covered over I think this hotel was very good value for the money I have been in much worse hotels that cost three times as much It was near to the university only a five minute drive I will stay here again when I come back to Ohio

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Business

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Drive

The main street with every kind of store/ restauraunt was very close It was only a short drive to theGermanVillage and the Art Gallery and the State Fairgrounds were just round the corner-walking distance


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Score

2 out of 5

Not Kept Up

Janis Jul 2, 2008

My husband and I checked-in late in the evening and the neighborhood looked run down. Our check-in went smoothly, but our ... room was not up to standard. The security lock was busted as if someone had tried to kick the door in. The sheets were not firmly tucked into the bed so when I turned the bed down the fitted sheet came up off the mattress.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
2
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
1
Location:
1
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
2
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

1 out of 5

Past its Prime

Anthony Jul 23, 2007

I booked this hotel as it was walking distance to the Columbus Crew stadium and it had free wireless. The people at the ... front desk were very nice and I felt welcome. however, the hotel needs totally made over. The room was neat, but the carpet was ready for the scrap heap and the walls need to be painted. The bathtub was water stained. Then, if you turned on the bathroom light the light in the sink area flickered. The wireless didn't work. The pool was nice and clean though. The people there are making an effort, but until the rooms are totally redone, I would not recommend this hotel.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
1
Room comfort:
1
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
1
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
1
Dining options:
1

Traveler type: Single


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Score

2 out of 5

not recommeded

Jan Jul 20, 2007

I was to stay four nights in this hotel, however I finished earlier than expected so I left a day earlier. Everyone was ... friendly, but from there it was downhill. The hotel is not kept up. Linens did not seem clean. The shower curtain was black with mildew. The lock was broken in my first room, and I had to change rooms. The remote control for the T.V. did not work. The King bed took up most of the room, and the clown picture at the head of the bed was rather freaky. All in all I was quite disappointed.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
2
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
1
Location:
3
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
3
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Business


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Score

3 out of 5

Not well maintained

Doris Jul 1, 2007

It was obvious that this room had been recently remodeled. However, the shower curtain was moldy...the remote did not work ... for the TV.... It was adequate to meet my needs and that is my highest praise.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
1
Location:
3
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel Staff:
2
Value:
3
Dining options:
1

Traveler type: Business


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Score

2 out of 5

Quick tip

Right location, right price

Timothy Apr 28, 2007

Would recommend to a friend!

The motel was located next to the Fairgrounds and did not have many amenities. There are few dining options close by (except ... McDonalds). You have to drive several miles in either direction for dinner. The room was simple but clean. I stayed 2 nites and the first night a radio alarm blaired until 1AM before it went off. The security guard could not find the correct room to silence it. The next nite... same thing, but this time, I found it in the room above ours and yanked it out of the wall. The card room keys only worked half the time. The pool was closed but it was still cool. Overall, the stay was about what I expected for the price and that part of town.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
3
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
2
Value:
4
Dining options:
2

Traveler type: Business

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Walk

The Ohio Fairground is less than a mile. The OSU campus is about 2 miles. The spots stadiums are only a couple miles also.


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Score

1 out of 5

Quick tip

Very Scary

Jason Apr 21, 2007

Check-In was fine, he was very friendly. The room was really musky, the towel bar was ripped off the wall and just sitting ... on the counter, there were water stains all along the walls of the bathroom, just a joke. I saw security drive through a couple times, so that was good. The next morning we went for breakfast and came back and all our stuff was GONE! We flipped out and went to the front desk and they had them. The shady cleaning lady said she thought we were checked out! I was so mad, nothing big was taken just a bunch of change, couple singles, and a pack of cigarettes (with lighter).Just a really shady experience!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
1
Location:
3
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel Staff:
1
Value:
2
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Friends

Dining tip, Short Walk

McDonalds


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Nice hotel

Nina Apr 21, 2007

Would recommend to a friend!

I was a very quiet location to stay ay for the night. Just perfect for a good night sleep. ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Family

Dining tip, Short Walk

Mcdonalds. Just had to walk across the parking lot.


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Dining tip, Short Drive

If you're looking for good food at a sit-down type stop, this isn't the place for you. McDonald's is the only restaurant nearby and if you're staying for any length of time, be prepared to drive a bit to find someplace to offer a sit down meal.

--Rev Egg Plant, Warren, MI Sep 30, 2009

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Drive

The main street with every kind of store/ restauraunt was very close It was only a short drive to theGermanVillage and the Art Gallery and the State Fairgrounds were just round the corner-walking distance

--Helena, Triangle, VA Jul 10, 2008

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Walk

The Ohio Fairground is less than a mile. The OSU campus is about 2 miles. The spots stadiums are only a couple miles also.

--Timothy, Cincinnati, OH Apr 28, 2007

Dining tip, Short Walk

McDonalds

--Jason, USA Apr 21, 2007

Dining tip, Short Walk

Mcdonalds. Just had to walk across the parking lot.

--Nina, USA Apr 21, 2007

Reviews represent the opinions of Orbitz customers, not of Orbitz or its staff.

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