IHG Hotels in Columbus for Families
3 IHG properties · Kids Stay Free at most locations · Earn or redeem IHG One Rewards points
💡 IHG Points Tips for Columbus
IHG One Rewards points are worth approximately 0.5-0.6 cents each. Holiday Inn Express properties are often the best family value — free hot breakfast and Kids Stay Free save families $30-50/day. Points transfers from Chase Ultimate Rewards at 1:1.
Crowne Plaza Columbus Downtown
📍 33 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215
🏘️ Neighborhood: Downtown Columbus / Short North
Cash rate
$129–$229
Points rate
8,000–14,000 points
Very Good
1,478 reviews · ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Families enjoy the indoor pool, central location, and proximity to Short North dining. Consistently comfortable rooms and responsive staff.
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Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown
📍 200 W Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215
🏘️ Neighborhood: Downtown Columbus
Cash rate
$99–$169
Points rate
5,000–8,000 points
Good
1,342 reviews · ⭐⭐⭐
Budget-conscious families rate this property highly for the included breakfast, indoor pool, and unbeatable downtown Columbus location.
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Hotel Indigo Columbus Downtown
📍 431 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215
🏘️ Neighborhood: Short North / Downtown Columbus
Cash rate
$139–$249
Points rate
9,000–15,000 points
Very Good
923 reviews · ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Guests rave about the Short North location, stylish rooms, and exceptional on-site dining. The best address in Columbus for design-conscious travelers.
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Family Attractions Near These Hotels
Columbus Zoo & Aquarium
Jack Hanna's life work and one of the world's premier zoological institutions, the Columbus Zoo covers 588 acres across continents including Africa, Asia Quest, Australia & the Islands, Shores & Aquarium, Congo Expedition, and Americas. Home to 10,000+ animals representing 800+ species, with a stunning aquarium and outdoor water park.
COSI Columbus
One of America's top children's science museums with massive interactive exhibits including Ocean, Life, Earth, Progress (science history), and a kids' space with rides and experiments designed for ages 2–6. The Giant Science Hall features a working Tesla coil and industrial-scale demonstrations.
Short North Arts District
Columbus's most vibrant neighborhood stretches for 10 blocks along High Street with galleries, independent restaurants, boutique shops, and the legendary Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams flagship. Art-focused and family-friendly during daytime and early evening.
Franklin Park Conservatory
A stunning Victorian-era botanical garden with over 400 plant species across distinct biomes, plus a permanent Dale Chihuly glass art collection. The Children's Garden is expressly designed for young visitors with water features, climbing structures, and sensory gardens.