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Residence Inn Columbus Polaris

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Polaris Fashion Place

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Property amenity
Suite, 1 Double Bed | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Lobby
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Located close to Polaris Fashion Place and Magic Mountain Fun Center, Residence Inn Columbus Polaris provides a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
8865 Lyra Dr, Columbus, OH, 43240

What's nearby

  • Polaris Fashion Place - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Magic Mountain Fun Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Alum Creek State Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Easton Town Center - 13 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Columbus Zoo and Aquarium - 15 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dave & Buster's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Molly Woo's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Residence Inn Columbus Polaris

Hotel near Polaris Fashion Place
Located close to Magic Mountain Fun Center, Residence Inn Columbus Polaris provides a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and smoke-free premises
  • Free newspapers, a banquet hall, and an elevator
  • Barbecue grills, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 104 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and free weekday newspapers.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Kitchens, refrigerators, and dishwashers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 10 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 10.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Residence Inn Columbus Polaris have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Residence Inn Columbus Polaris pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Residence Inn Columbus Polaris?

Self parking is available for USD 10.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Residence Inn Columbus Polaris?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Residence Inn Columbus Polaris?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Residence Inn Columbus Polaris located?

Located in Polaris, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Polaris Fashion Place and Magic Mountain Fun Center. Alum Creek State Park and Olentangy Indian Caverns are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Residence Inn Columbus Polaris Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 308 out of 430 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 430 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 430 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 430 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 430 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Amenities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was well maintained and clean. The staff at check in were wonderful. Great location to all shopping in Polaris and only 15 minutes from Easton. The rooms were excellent. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Buffi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

A beautiful stay. Very clean and updated.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rooney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great outdoor area
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Buffi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here often, it is clean quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wry accommodating for our stay while in the area - the breakfast options were plentiful and the common areas were clean and well maintained. The $10 parking fee added to our reservation was a surprise, however.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean/friendly. Includes basketball court and pool
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have been staying here for 4 years while my Sons attended Ohio State and been great. Relaxing atmosphere rooms spacious staff friendly free breakfast and great dining and shopping area!!! Will miss it!!! Thanks Residence Inn!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, clean, comfy stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

We enjoyed
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location Easily accessible to food and shopping
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Dynamite staff. Cozy & convenient. Great value @ price point.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice for the price.

10/10 Excellent

Mrs.QueenShawnTyese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything great service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

reginald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Great Stsy

Excellent hotel with a clean, comfortable room and a great bed. Breakfast was excellent. Very pleased. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harriet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was very nice, room was nice and clean, customer service was phenomenal
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick

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

Jones

Always great customer service and great rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Great stay

Very clean, comfortable, great location. Free breakfast was also great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk individual(Chrissy) was excellent. Very helpful and provided all the information needed for check in
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room and check in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

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