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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Columbus State Fairgrounds I-71

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Take advantage of a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Columbus State Fairgrounds I-71. In addition to a gym and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

3.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
  • Laundry

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking (Bathtub W/grab Bars)

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  • Sleeps 2
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Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
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About the neighborhood

Located in Columbus, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Columbus State Fairgrounds I-71 is in the business district. Polaris Fashion Place and Easton Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds and COSI. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Nationwide Arena or Historic Crew Stadium. Visit our Columbus travel guide
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1213 E Dublin Granville Rd, Columbus, OH, 43229

What's nearby

  • A fountain in a park with benches and tables, surrounded by trees and illuminated by string lights.
    Easton Town Center
    8 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • A large brick building with a pond in front, surrounded by trees and a paved walkway.
    Ohio State University
    11 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • A modern architectural structure with a glass railing and geometric patterns.
    Greater Columbus Convention Center
    15 min drive - 10.9 miles
  • A large stadium surrounded by urban buildings and a clear sky.
    Nationwide Arena
    15 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Anheuser-Busch Brewery
    2 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
    4 min walk
  • Sequoia Pro Bowl
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    16 min walk
  • Super Seafood Buffet
    16 min walk
  • Catrina Mexican Cuisine
    16 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden

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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heated floor
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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 not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Columbus State Fairgrounds I-71 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 Howard Johnson by Wyndham Columbus State Fairgrounds I-71?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Columbus State Fairgrounds I-71?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Columbus State Fairgrounds I-71 located?

Located in Northland, this hotel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Anheuser-Busch Brewery and within 6 mi (10 km) of Easton Town Center and The Shops at Worthington. Westerville Golf Center and Sharon Woods Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Columbus State Fairgrounds I-71 Reviews

3.8

3.6

Cleanliness

3.2

Amenities

4.4

Staff & service

3.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 158 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 638 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. Tye staff very helpful. Air conditioner was very noisy. No gym or breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Expensive hotel for the quality. Bathroom sink was falling off the wall. And the AC unit, though it was working, was falling apart. Bed not comfortable at all!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not clean enough
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Good location just off the interstate and the staff was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
It was a good stay bed was comfy hot tub worked the cleanliness was minimum but a good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front Desk Staff were nice and helpful. Unfortunately, there was not breakfast as advertised. Made me sad.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disgusting, crusty blankets and black mold on the wall with the shower. Roaches. The hotel room reeked. The staff was unhelpful, we asked for soap continuously for two days and did not get any. No complimentary breakfast due to renovations. People were even asking us how our stay was going because they were unsatisfied with their stay too. Do NOT come here, even if you think the price is fair.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff here are great; very helpful and accommodating when need be. I have stayed here numerous times and will again. Yes the hotel is dated and some parts are a little run down, but it’s plenty passable and a comfortable stay. Great price as well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly so no complaints there, my complaint is it's advertised as a howard johnson but it's just affiliated, its actually a norwood inn, not many amenities and needs to be updated
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No frills, simple, quick stay. Friendly staff. Don’t go to the Popeyes chicken next door.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities
This property has new owners who just acquired it within the last month. I’m confident that there will be many changes and improvements ahead. The location right off I-71 is convenient. I would stay here in the future should my travels are nearby. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was absolutely disgusting and dirty. It wreaked of marijuana and cigarettes. The hallways were gross. The walls were smeared with random things. The staff was nice and understanding when we decided to go to a different hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible service. We paid a premium expecting a breakfast like the one shown on their website. When I went to inquire about it, a man started shouting at me, claiming I was lying and that I must have been looking at photos of a different hotel—not that one. I pointed out how illogical that was: why would I look at photos, make a reservation, and spend the night at a hotel if the pictures on the website actually belonged to a different place? It was ridiculous. And that wasn't even the worst part: the toilet bowl had fecal residue in it, and the smell was horrible. To top it all off, the place felt like a drug den, and the door to the room across the hall kept slamming all night long. I had just undergone surgery four days prior and needed a pleasant, clean place to rest; instead, it turned out to be the worst experience we’ve ever had. Please, do not stay here—it is absolutely not worth the cost.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was under construction and the room didn't even have a microwave or fridge, no water in the shower, and the hallways smelled of sewage. But the room was clean. It just was not a pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No pool no breakfast roaches broken doors burn holes in bed linens disgusting property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty , damage , bad smell , weird people walking around
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I found a bed bug and saw a roach on the wall... the lamp shade was torn up and bathroom door was discolored just not a good experience. I was issued a refund the next day however I did sleep at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bugs everywhere in the room
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible altogether
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No breakfast, no gym..1st.room big water leak from the ceiling at the door enter big water pool... Change the room 2nd..a/c unit big noise ..change the room..something better but tv didn't work for 3 days stayed I dont recommend this hotel... Area many homeless..garbage everywhere
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pics do not match the rooms. My room had patches in drywall stains on both comforters, hair in shower and bathroom floor, rubber band holding remote together,ants crawling on TV stand. I killed 1 cockroach in front of bed. No breakfast and homeless people all outside wandering the lot
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is horrible. No swimming pool no breakfast as advertised. The place is full of mold and dirty and poorly maintained. The photos on Expedia are not representing the reality. Don't go there!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I saw two rats. Got charged extra money and had to argue to get it taken off. Bath tub was so dirty I wore shoes to shower. DO NOT STAY HERE I DO NOT ONOW HOW THEY ARE STILL OPEN FOR BUISNESS
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awful. Do not stay here. It's right by the projects, the room was dirty and we had bugs crawling on us as we were trying to sleep. The room smelled musty, we had 3 guests and they provided 1 single towel, and only 1 of the beds had pillowcases. At checkout, they accused me of stealing towels. Unbelievable, do not stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026