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Where to stay in Columbus: Best areas for travelers

• Downtown Columbus: Favorite hotels here include the Courtyard Columbus Downtown, the Crowne Plaza Hotel Downtown - Columbus, Ohio and the Columbus Downtown - The Lofts. This neighborhood is known for its amazing attractions, so leave room in your schedule for sightseeing! COSI and Columbus Museum of Art should claim the top spot.

• Dublin: Whatever's brought you to this neighborhood, it won't be long till you've fallen under its spell. Golf Club of Dublin, Giant Dancing Rabbits of Ballantrae Park, Scioto Park — there's loads to keep you occupied. For comfort and convenience, we recommend the Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Dublin, the Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus - Dublin  and the Crowne Plaza Hotel Columbus - Dublin Ohio.

• Polaris: If you're looking for an area that both you and the kids will love, consider this neighborhood. Exciting family-friendly attractions like Magic Mountain Fun Center are sure to keep the young ones amused. Once they're worn out, tuck them into bed at the Hilton Columbus/Polaris, the Residence Inn Columbus Polaris or the Cambria Hotel Columbus - Polaris before unwinding with a glass of wine.

• Scioto Mile: If you'd like to cross off some of the city's major attractions, this neighborhood has so much for you to discover. COSI is a great place to start. You can easily explore this sight (and lots of others) from the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown, the Hotel LeVeque, Autograph Collection or the Courtyard Columbus Downtown.

• Uptown District: Columbus Commons is the perfect place to escape to after a big day in the city. When you've had your fill of nature, jump into bed at the Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus Downtown, the Lofitel Hotel or the Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel.

Columbus Vacations

Welcome to Columbus, traveler! The capital of Ohio is rife with history, artistic spirit, and natural beauty. The Scioto River meanders lazily through the city, inviting both adventurers and those seeking a slower pace of life. You’ll find exactly what you need in this place once known as “Ohio Country,” whether that’s beautiful photographs taken by the river or the ultimate cosmopolitan experience in the downtown area. Whatever reason you have for heading to “The Crossroads of Ohio,” Travelocity will connect you with vacations in Columbus that won’t cost you a fortune.

Book Vacation Packages in Columbus

There’s no reason to leave any part of your getaway up to chance. Travelocity’s packages allow you to bundle your hotel and your flight, and even your rental car in some cases. Imagine the sense of security that accompanies a fully booked trip, and all the time you’ll be able to spend planning out your itinerary instead of scouring the web for accommodation and airfare.

Where to Stay During Columbus Vacations

You’ll find any number of hotels to suit your tastes in Columbus. Charming bed-and-breakfasts are scattered amid larger chain hotels, and many are within an easy walk or drive to some of the city’s top attractions. If you’re ready to search our Columbus package deals for the perfect accommodation, we’ve selected a few of our favorites for you to look at:

• Hyatt Regency Columbus: Sleek, modern, and well-situated, the Hyatt Regency is the perfect place for you to rest your head at the end of a day of exploring. Start your morning with a few laps in the heated indoor pool, then enjoy a delicious meal at its Market Stand Café. Three types of beautifully appointed rooms await you.
• Hilton Columbus Downtown: Set in the heart of downtown, the Hilton is ready to make your stay a comfortable one. The hotel includes a bar and a French bistro, as well as a pool and fitness room to burn off those croissants you just devoured.
• The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center: The Blackwell is the perfect blend of charm and modernity. Purchase last-minute souvenirs at the 24-hour gift shop, or stop by the bistro during the day to fill up before venturing out into the city.
• Red Roof PLUS+ Columbus Downtown - Convention Center: Located right near Nationwide Arena—and thus an excellent choice for those in town for concerts and sporting events—the Red Roof PLUS+ offers room service and even has room for your pets.

Things to Do

Buying a cheap vacation in Columbus means you’ve got plenty of money to spend on other, more enticing adventures. Rent a kayak or canoe and paddle down the softly rolling waters of the Scioto, pausing for a photo op every now and then. Next, stop by German Village, located right near the downtown area, and immerse yourself in another world. This fully inhabited neighborhood is not a park or a historic reserve; rather, it’s just home to beautiful 19th-century architecture and plenty of shops for you to purchase keepsakes and souvenirs of your trip. Following this, pay a visit to the Ohio Theatre, a stunning, gilded relic of the golden age of movie palaces. It’s now home to a variety of live performances, and your inner child might well be thrilled just to wander its shining halls and gape up at its glowing ceiling. Is this a theatre, or some mystical throne room for an emperor?

But before you weigh yourself down in shopping bags and dramatic performances, ready your camera and your heart and take yourself to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. Make friends with polar bears, African Gray parrots, and bison, among many other types of creatures, and explore beautifully landscaped habitats. You’ll soon see why the zoo is listed as #1 in so many publications!

Trust Travelocity to help you secure the best vacation package in Columbus OH for your money. Why spend your hard-earned time searching various websites for the best deals when you can land them all right here? Let us take care of the details so you can spend more time planning out your upcoming adventures in “The Buckeye State.” We’ll see you there.