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Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG

Property class: 2.5

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Room amenity
Fitness facility
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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701 E Hudson St, Columbus, OH, 43211
  • Place, Historic Crew Stadium
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Ohio State Fairgrounds
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Ohio Expo Center and State Fair
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(43 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Columbus

Located in South Linden within a short walk of Historic Crew Stadium, Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Ohio History Center. This 71-room hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like a 24-hour gym and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Historic Crew Stadium - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ohio History Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Progressive Field - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ohio State Fairgrounds - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Ohio Expo Center and State Fair - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hudson Marketing Group - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Summit Music Hall - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Yellow Springs Brewery Taproom & Kitchen - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG

At Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a 24-hour business center. Self parking is offered for USD 7.95 per day. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include free newspapers and laundry facilities.
43-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Secured self parking on site (USD 7.95 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • 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 center

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 center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • 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 available

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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • Service fee: USD 2.99 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

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)
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • 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

Are free cancellation options available at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Apr 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG on May 3, 2026 start from $102, 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.

What can I see around Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG?

This hotel is situated in South Linden within a short 11-minute walk of Historic Crew Stadium and also 17 minutes on foot from Progressive Field. You'll also find Ohio Expo Center and State Fair and Ohio Stadium within a short drive.

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

Yes, secured parking is offered for USD 7.95 per day with in/out privileges. Wheelchair-accessible van parking is also available for guests.

Does Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG include a casino at the property?

No, Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress as well as a free daily breakfast and a 24-hour gym.

Does Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG for a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay.

Does Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG is John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH), which is 9.1 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG that offer a balcony.

Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Ohio Expo Center by IHG Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 340 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 313 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 161 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 90 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 96 out of 1000 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Kathy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The tub drained very, very slow. When checking out i mentioned this to the front desk staff who responded “we are aware of the problem but the slum lord owner doesn’t care to fix the problems”
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

Jacob

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was in good shape. Bathroom was excellent. Front desk staff were friendly. Breakfast staff were friendly, but short-handed, and some things like waffle maker were broken. Pool has been down for some time, which was disappointing because it was our main reason choosing this hotel. Supposedly a/c is not working in common areas and property is hot during summer and possibly cold during winter. There is no maintenance staff. We heard owner is trying to sell the place, and is not keeping up with maintenance. Property is conveniently located to Expo center. Will probably not stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

2/10 Terrible

Isabella, Sanford

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Sean and Sarah

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Abby

There was no pancakes and it was disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Tracey

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The worst place I’ve ever stayed so filthy and they tried to charge me twice for a two night stay. The worst place ever please take them off your website.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very noisey. Pounding ftom criling sll night long.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amjad, Pickering

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff were amazing 👏
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Ramyaa

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
the food was cold. half the equipments dud not work. got wheezing staying in the room. loid hanging on the upper floor the entire night. not a pleasant stsy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ismail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities
None
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

IYAD

Roo
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Marcya, milan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast great. Rooms clean. Beds comfy. Area not much around. Hallways noisy!!!! Could gear every door shut!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Dakota

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Kris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very loud
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jarrod A

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

DONALD

Disliked: Staff & service
We paid for our trip thru Hotels.com for the room when I booked it, so the room charge was taken care of before ever leaving for our trip to Columbus Ohio. When we arrived, we had to give a credit card at check in which is the normal practice. Then the issues started. The hotel charged us again for the room we already paid for, but I was told that this was just a pending charge and that it would fall off my credit card. This week the charge actually went thru and posted to my credit card. I called the hotel, and they gave me the run around the first day and said to call Holiday Inn Reservations. I called them and after several minutes got disconnected. The next morning, I called the hotel and was told to call hotels.com and have them call the hotel to get it reversed. When hotels.com called later that day the person at the hotel said we no showed and they could not issue a refund due to cancelation policies. WHAT!! We stayed there. Finally, a couple of days later I called the hotel manager again and got ahold of hotels.com and they got with the manager and reversed the charge. I never had such a bad experience and hassle. DOUBLE CHECK YOUR BILLS IF YOU STAY HERE!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

julie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was spacious and the bed was comfortable. They need to improve the lighting though. It was very poor.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, comfortable beds, easy check in/check out. Breakfast was fine, just the gravy was a weird sticky consistency.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quedon

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Caleb

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly, however the area was sketchy. I grabbed food next door and had some very weird/sketchy interactions with people in the area. The room itself was not the cleanest. There were some suspicious stains on the carpet, the room looked run down, the fridge was making a loud ticking noise, and there seemed to be a lot of cosmetic damage to the walls, paint, etc. I would not make this my first choice of hotels to stay at again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

KENYON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice clean very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

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