Hotel Overview
Wonderful stay at the Westin
I booked the Westin Columbus to get away from it all during a four day break... And it had just...
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Single Art Traveler girl
- Jul 8, 2011
acceptable value
It was an acceptable value. Good location it was close to German Town, Ohio State & Columbus...
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Speedy
- Jun 6, 2011
The grand dame of Columbus hospitality for more than a century
In the heart of downtown, the Westin Columbus has been a hospitality landmark in the state capitol since 1897. An elegant formal lobby shows off the original French Renaissance architecture. The oldest surviving hotel in Columbus carries an air of grace and sophistication, from the grand ballroom to cozy guest rooms. Make use of the fitness center and room service menu 24 hours a day, stop by the restaurant and bar or head to the convention center, German Village or three theaters nearby. Beautiful public areas offer free Wi-Fi.Business
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Full-service business center
- More than 12,000 square feet of event space, including a grand ballroom for up to 350 guests, smaller meeting rooms and a boardroom
Highlights
- Free wireless Internet access in public areas in the Westin Columbus
- A 24-hour fitness center plus jogging paths nearby
- Offers 24-hour room service from on-site High Street Grill and Thurber's Bar
- Walk to High Street restaurants and nightlife
- Adjacent to the Southern Theatre, another elegant landmark
Rooms
Warm wood furnishings, soft lighting and crisp white bedding on the Westin Heavenly Bed welcomes guests into 188 serene and cozy rooms, including 28 suites, at the Westin Columbus. Some rooms offer city views and/or iPod docking stations. Luxuriate in surroundings that include leather headboards, flat-panel TVs and bathrobes that are part of the signature Heavenly Bath. Stay in touch with Wi-Fi (fees apply) and never go hungry with 24-hour room service. Pet-friendly rooms can be reserved for cats and dogs less than 40 pounds.Features
High Street Grill incorporates local ingredients into its classic American menu at the Westin Columbus. Head to Thurber's Bar for a creative martini menu and to admire prints from cartoonist James Thurber. Get fit in the 24-hour WestinWORKOUT powered by Reebok gym. Or pick up a map with three- and five-mile jogging routes designed by Runner's World Magazine. Outdoor tennis courts and golf courses are also close to this AAA 4-diamond hotel. Chose valet or self parking with 24-hour security and in and out privileges (fees apply) at the Westin Columbus.Transportation
- Port Columbus International Airport (8.4 mi/13.6 km)
Attractions
- Southern Theatre (across the street)
- Ohio Theatre (0.4 mi/0.6 km)
- Palace Theatre (0.6 mi/1 km)
- COSI, Center of Science and Industry (0.7 mi/1.2 km)
- German Village (0.9 mi/1.4 km)
- Greater Columbus Convention Center (1.5 mi/2.5 km)
- Ohio Stadium (4 mi/6.4 km)
- Easton Town Center (11.5 mi/18.4 km)
- Columbus Zoo (19.5 mi/31.4 km)
Hotel Map
310 South High Street, Columbus, OH 43215
- Area served
- New Albany, Marysville, Bexley, Canal Winchester, Reynoldsburg, Dublin, Gahanna, Upper Arlington, Grove City, Groveport, Grandview Heights, Circleville, Hilliard, Pickerington, Powell, Whitehall, Westerville, Worthington
- Nearby airports
- Port Columbus International Airport, (CMH), 8.00, Mile
- Area description
- Downtown
Amenities
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Air Conditioned
- ATM/Cash Machine
- Babysitting/Child services
- Business center
- Children's Activities
- Coffee Maker in Room
- Concierge
- Concierge Desk
- Connecting Rooms
- Cribs Available
- Data port Available
- Doorman
- Exercise Gym
- Express Checkout
- Fitness center
- Fitness center or spa
- Grab Bars in Bathroom
- Hairdryer in Room
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- High-speed Internet
- In Room Movies
- Internet Access
- Iron
- Ironing Board
- Laundry/Valet Services
- Lounge
- Maid Service
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- Mini Bar
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Rollaway Beds
- Room Service
- Safe
- Safe Deposit Box
- Smoke Detectors
- Smoke-free policy
- Sofa Bed
- Telephone
- Television with Cable
- Temperature Control
- TV Remote Control
- Valet Parking
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Video Checkout
- VIP Rooms/Services
- Wake-up Service
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 3:00 PM
- Check-out:
- 12:00 PM
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (50)
Ratings and reviews for The Westin Columbus
- All travelers (50) 3.9 / 5
- Business (11) 3.6 / 5
- Couples (20) 4.1 / 5
- Families (7) 3.6 / 5
- Friends (4) 4.8 / 5
- Singles (7) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.7
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.5
- Hotel staff:
- 4.4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4.1
- Value:
- 3.9
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Wonderful stay at the Westin
I booked the Westin Columbus to get away from it all during a four day break... And it had just what I needed. This building is not only gorgeous, but the rooms are classy, with a simple elegance. It was perfectly located near German Village, which was a short jog... Short North is a couple miles Down the road as well, a short drive. I ordered room service a couple times and the food was excellent; the mini bar was well stocked, and the prices were actually pretty reasonable. They have a wonderful fitness center, Thurbers Bar, and High Street Grill. Beautiful bathroom... It was the perfect retreat. My only beef, and this is why its not a 5 star review, is that there is not free WiFi... I was shocked, and a little disappointed. $10.00 per day for WiFi, which is nuts in this day and age; I think given what I paid for the room, as this is a high class place, WiFi should absolutely be included.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
German village close, short north close...
Reviewer score
Would recommend
acceptable value
It was an acceptable value. Good location it was close to German Town, Ohio State & Columbus Convention Center.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Clean, Comfortable
Small room, but plenty of space for a single traveler. Updated amenities, comfortable bed. In good weather, it's a 10 minute walk to a number of great downtown restaurants.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Dining tip:
Long walk from hotel
It was a $5 cab to dinner, and I recommend it. It's not a bad walk, but there is one stretch that passes a series of bus stops, and that could pose a threat at nighttime.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
The Westin Columbus
While the hotel was beautiful the room was very small. In the future I would not make the same type of accomadations again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
short and simple
Great clean hotel. The rooms were a bit small but that was stated in the info. Staff was fantastic and nice! I will stay there again
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Like sleeping in a closet
We have made the trek to Columbus for an overnight stay for the last four years to attend an event downtown. This is the second time we have stayed at this location. The first time the room was the typical business travelers room, no frills but the room was comfy and cozy. This time we were put in a room that was basically a walk in closet. There were two of us and we litterly couldn't move around the room at the same time. The shower had no tub instead a very small stall that allowed very little movement. I can imagine that anyone larger than average could get stuck! We may consider staying else where next time.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 1
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Good Stay
We traveled to Columbus for an evening out with friends and had a very pleasant experience. Westin purchased the Great Southern Hotel sometime in the last decade (since our last stay) and has updated the hotel with contemporary features while retaining the classic hotel's charm. The rooms are small (traditional) but comfortable. Overall a good place to stay.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Time-saving tip:
In Hotel
Use the valet parking - it's worth it.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Pleasantly Surprised!!
Upon driving to the hotel, it didn't seem to be in the BEST location, however, once inside the building, it was beautiful. The rooms were nice and cozy, the bed was superb, the staff was very attentive, overall one of the best stays in a hotel in a VERY LONG TIME! The room rate on the door was about $500 a night, got the room for almost next to nothing! What a great deal! This is a place I would definitely try to stay in again, if we were ever in Ohio.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Weekend in Columbus
Just staying in Columbus for a weekend and this was a great HOTEL. Rooms very spacious, warm cookie waiting when I arrived. Very quite hallways. Just a very very nice place to stay for a weekend getaway.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Nightlife tip:
Short walk from hotel
Great bars and places to hang out short walk on High Street.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
not worth the added expense
when you pay a couple hundred dollars a night for a room you expect extra amenities, thats the whole point of paying extra. i dont pay extra because i just like to spend money..the room was very small, it looked like it was a renovated supply closet..we would describe it as cramped..the motel as a whole was nice tho. huge lobby..parking was cramped as well..the spaces were so close together we could hardly get out of the car..we had 18 inches of space on both sides to get out.. we took the corvette and we were very worried about it getting banged up..room service never arrived. after an hour we called and then it took another 45 minutes, we called again and then it came..they had to come back (ten minutes later) to bring us spoons for our soup which was delicious(wisconson cheese soup with a layer of butter floating on top)..we ordered at midnite and we ate at 210am..workers on a genie boom were working outside next to our window and woke us up at the crack of dawn(on a saturday)...no fart fan in bathroom, not so bad if your by yourself..staff was nice and didnt charge us for our food and they have no control over room size and what not..we are not complainers and we didnt complain but we would politely recommend staying somewhere else if you are expecting a step up in comfort and service.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 2
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