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Sonesta Columbus Downtown

33 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH, US
4.4Very Good
Hotel amenities
Bar & Lounge
Gym
Restaurant
Free Wi-Fi
Pet Friendly
Laundry

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About this property

Sonesta Columbus Downtown is a 4-star hotel in Columbus, OH, positioned steps from the Greater Columbus Convention Center and within a 5-minute walk of Nationwide Arena. The property offers 375 rooms, including 4 suites, providing centralized access to downtown venues and attractions.

Guest rooms feature pillowtop beds with premium bedding, refrigerators, and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet keeps guests connected, and cable programming is available for entertainment. Private bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. The property earned a 4.3/5 guest comfort rating, and the overall guest sentiment stands at 4.2/5 across 1,383 reviews.

The hotel operates one on-site restaurant serving guests, along with a snack bar and deli for casual dining. A bar and lounge is available for evening refreshment. Full breakfasts are served daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for an additional fee.

Amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, complimentary wireless internet throughout the property, and wedding services. The lobby features a fireplace, and the hotel offers a ballroom for events. Bike storage is available, and the property provides conference space totaling 17,000 square feet across 7 meeting rooms. Additional services include valet and self-parking (both with surcharge), dry cleaning and laundry, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel is wheelchair accessible with accessible parking, an accessible fitness center, and an accessible on-site restaurant.

Sonesta Columbus Downtown sits 0.7 miles from both Huntington Park and North Bank Park, with additional nearby attractions including Goodale Park, Capitol Square, and the Palace Theatre. Columbus International Airport is located 9 miles northeast, approximately 12 minutes by rental car, paid shuttle, or taxi.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The property welcomes well-mannered dogs with no breed or weight restrictions, allowing up to two pets per suite for a $75 fee per pet, per stay. Sonesta provides special pet amenities including beds, bowls, waterproof mats, and treats at check-in, along with local recommendations for a pet-friendly Columbus experience.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at Sonesta Columbus Downtown, you'll be centrally located in Columbus, steps from Greater Columbus Convention Center and within a 5-minute walk of Nationwide Arena. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Huntington Park and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from North Bank Park.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Greater Columbus Convention Center - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Nationwide Arena - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Arnold Schwarzenegger Statue - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
North Market - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
BalletMet Performance Center - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Goodale Park - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
North Bank Park - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Capitol Square - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Rhodes State Office Tower - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Huntington Park - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Palace Theatre - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Battelle Riverfront Park - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
KEMBA Live! - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Ohio Statehouse - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Columbus City Hall - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi

The preferred airport for Sonesta Columbus Downtown is John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 12 km / 7.5 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 421 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Dining

You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Sonesta Columbus Downtown, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Amenities & features

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services. Additional features at this hotel include a fireplace in the lobby, a ballroom, and bike storage.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a computer station, and express check-out. Planning an event in Columbus? This hotel has 17000 square feet (1579 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 7 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Getting here

Columbus International Airport (CMH), located 9 miles NE. 12 minutes via rental car, paid shuttle, or taxi.

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

$42.00 valet parking Self parking available in the Chestnut Parking garage

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 4:00 PM - anytime
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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 and cash
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
  • Long-term renters welcome
  • 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
  • This property is professionally cleaned
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pet policy

Pets are welcome.

  • Ohio We love Dogs as much as you do. Sonesta is proud to invite your cuddly companions and provide special amenities like comfy pet beds, bowls, waterproof mats, and treats at check-in. We’ll greet your pet with an arrival letter outlining our local recommendations for a "pawsome" stay in Columbus. Sonesta Columbus Downtown is pet-friendlyand welcomes well-mannered dogs, with no breed or weight restrictions. Up to two pets are permitted per suite. $75 fee per pet, per stay applies. Dogs only

Fees & policies

  • You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Destination fee: $23.60 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Fee for full breakfast: approximately $5 to 30 for adults, and $5 to 15 for children Covered self parking fee: $36.56 per night (in/out privileges) Covered valet parking fee: $47.36 per night (in/out privileges) Pet fee: $75 per accommodation, per stay Service animals are exempt from fees Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Know before you go

  • 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.
  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Frequently asked questions

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonesta Columbus Downtown?

Check-in starts at 4:00 PM - anytime. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.

Where is Sonesta Columbus Downtown located?

Sonesta Columbus Downtown is located at 33 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH, US.

What attractions are near Sonesta Columbus Downtown?

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Greater Columbus Convention Center - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Nationwide Arena - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi Arnold Schwarzenegger Statue - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi North Market - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi BalletMet Performance Center - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Goodale Park - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi North Bank Park - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Capitol Square - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi Rhodes State Office Tower - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi Huntington Park - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi Palace Theatre - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi Battelle Riverfront Park - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi KEMBA Live! - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi Ohio Statehouse - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi Columbus City Hall - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi The preferred airport for Sonesta Columbus Downtown is John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 12 km / 7.5 mi

Does Sonesta Columbus Downtown offer parking?

$42.00 valet parking Self parking available in the Chestnut Parking garage

How do I get to Sonesta Columbus Downtown?

Columbus International Airport (CMH), located 9 miles NE. 12 minutes via rental car, paid shuttle, or taxi. Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

What dining options are available at Sonesta Columbus Downtown?

You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Sonesta Columbus Downtown, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

What amenities does Sonesta Columbus Downtown offer?

Sonesta Columbus Downtown features amenities such as Bar & Lounge, Gym, Restaurant, Free Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly, Laundry.

What are the rooms like at Sonesta Columbus Downtown?

Make yourself at home in one of the 421 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Is Sonesta Columbus Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, Sonesta Columbus Downtown is pet-friendly. Ohio We love Dogs as much as you do. Sonesta is proud to invite your cuddly companions and provide special amenities like comfy pet beds, bowls, waterproof mats, and treats at check-in. We’ll greet your pet with an arrival letter outlining our local recommendations for a "pawsome" stay in Columbus. Sonesta Columbus Downtown is pet-friendlyand welcomes well-mannered dogs, with no breed or weight restrictions. Up to two pets are permitted per suite. $75 fee per pet, per stay applies. Dogs only.

What fees should I know about at Sonesta Columbus Downtown?

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Destination fee: $23.60 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Fee for full breakfast: approximately $5 to 30 for adults, and $5 to 15 for children Covered self parking fee: $36.56 per night (in/out privileges) Covered valet parking fee: $47.36 per night (in/out privileges) Pet fee: $75 per accommodation, per stay Service animals are exempt from fees Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

What should I know before staying at Sonesta Columbus Downtown?

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. The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The property is professionally cleaned. This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).