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Holiday Inn Express Hotels & Suites Columbus-Polaris Parkway by IHG

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Located close to Polaris Fashion Place, Holiday Inn Express Hotels & Suites Columbus-Polaris Parkway by IHG provides free to-go breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a 24-hour business center.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • Parking included
  • Laundry

Room options

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Flat-screen TV

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Suite, 1 Bedroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
Separate bathtub and shower
Jetted bathtub
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Premium Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Access Tub)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
8670 Orion Pl, Columbus, OH, 43240

What's nearby

  • Topgolf - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Magic Mountain Fun Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Polaris Fashion Place - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sharon Woods Park - 2 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • OhioHealth Westerville Medical Campus - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ikea Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Quaker Steak & Lube - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotels & Suites Columbus-Polaris Parkway by IHG

Family-friendly hotel near Polaris Fashion Place
You can look forward to free to-go breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby at Holiday Inn Express Hotels & Suites Columbus-Polaris Parkway by IHG. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym and a 24-hour business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool, along with a lazy river
  • Free self parking
  • A computer station, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the pool and helpful staff
Room features
All 104 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 538 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
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
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Columbus-Polaris Parkway
Holiday Inn Hotels Parkway
Holiday Inn Parkway
Holiday Inn Express Hotels Suites Columbus Polaris Parkway

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotels & Suites Columbus-Polaris Parkway by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotels & Suites Columbus-Polaris Parkway by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotels & Suites Columbus-Polaris Parkway by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotels & Suites Columbus-Polaris Parkway by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Hotels & Suites Columbus-Polaris Parkway by IHG located?

This family-friendly Columbus hotel is located in the entertainment district, within 1 mi (2 km) of Topgolf and Polaris Fashion Place. Magic Mountain Fun Center and Sharon Woods Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotels & Suites Columbus-Polaris Parkway by IHG Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 538 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was great enjoyed it very much
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel with a great pool and great breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub was concreted in & small lazy river has no floats.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff was courteous. Got there right when swimming pool closes and Del gave us an extra half hour for swimming. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly! The hotel was under some construction, not a deterent for kur 1 night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alohna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel breakfast was good and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel with friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and rooms were spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was amazing for kids very clean hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliezer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very clean great customer service close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Excellent service and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Francielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is very clean, the beds are comfortable. It has a large, clean pool, and the hotel staff is very helpful. The breakfast was delicious, with something different every day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is well managed, everybody is helpful. Room was very clean and smelled fresh. I would choose this hotel again for my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Everything was in pristine condition.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

The room was clean. The front desk staff was wonderful and polite. The complimentary breakfast was very good. Overall it was a wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Soft beds - quiet rooms. Would stay here agaib
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ranada

Liked: Amenities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Easy check in. Very good room, bed, bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly front desk staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here before. Good value and love the breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got in a little early and were able to check in and go swimming. That was great and refreshing. Good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lamont

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leilani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful. Very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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