Port Columbus International Airport, the largest airport in central Ohio, served almost 600,000 passengers during July 2010. Some of those passengers may seek to stay as close as possible to the airport, whether to rest up for a connecting flight the next day or while doing business in the Columbus area. Several options are in the immediate vicinity.
This budget hotel is a half-mile from the airport and offers free round-trip shuttle service. Other free amenities include a high-speed Internet connection and a 24-hour business center. This Wyndham Worldwide property also serves a free continental breakfast every day and provides complementary access to a nearby fitness center. Rooms have cable TV, a coffeemaker, a hairdryer, and an iron and ironing board. Pets may stay at the hotel, but you should call ahead to make arrangements. A heated outdoor pool is on the premises. The nearest restaurants are 5 miles away, so you will need a car if you want to go out to eat.
Baymont Inn & Suites
4240 International Gateway
Columbus, OH 43219
614-237-3403
baymontinns.com
The Hampton Inn is somewhat more upscale and more expensive than its neighbor, the Baymont Inn & Suites. The hotel offers airport shuttle service and complimentary beverages and breakfast. Rooms include free high-speed Internet access and the Hampton's trademarked bed, the Clean and Fresh Hampton Bed. A fitness room and outdoor pool are on the property. The Hampton received a rating of three diamonds (on a scale of one to five) from AAA in 2010. The AAA says three-diamond hotels appeal to travelers with "comprehensive needs" rather than more budget-conscious travelers.
Hampton Inn
4280 International Gateway
Columbus, OH 43219
614-235-0717
hamptoninn.hilton.com
The Concourse Hotel is not part of a chain, but rather a single franchise that tries to offer an upscale lodging experience. It strives to appeal to both business and leisure travelers. Its web site touts the "elegant ambiance" of the guest rooms, with Palladian windows and marble and mahogany fixtures. Rooms also have high-speed Internet and cable TV, and a fitness center and swimming pools are on the property. Unlike some other airport hotels, the Concourse has a full-service restaurant, the Gateway Grille. Like the Hampton Inn, the Concourse received three diamonds from AAA.
The Concourse Hotel
4300 International Gateway
Columbus, OH 43219
614-237-2515
theconcoursehotel.com
Part of the Hilton hotel chain along with the Hampton Inn, the Hilton Garden Inn is a quarter-mile from the airport. Complimentary amenities include a 24-hour airport shuttle service, a high-speed Internet connection in all rooms, microwave, refrigerator and cable TV. The hotel has an indoor swimming pool and whirlpool, as well as a fitness center and business center. The Great American Grill is an in-house restaurant, while The Pavilion Pantry has microwaveable food items that you can buy and prepare in your room.
Hilton Garden Inn
4265 Sawyer Road
Columbus, OH 43219
614-231-2869
hiltongardeninn.hilton.com
The Comfort Suites is a budget hotel in the Choice Hotels chain. This hotel offers free shuttle service to the airport around the clock, and to the Easton Town Center and other businesses within a 5-mile radius during certain hours. Other complimentary services include a continental breakfast, high-speed Internet access in all rooms and USA Today delivery on weekdays. Rooms have microwaves, refrigerators and sofa beds. Connecting rooms and whirlpool suites are available. An outdoor heated pool is on the premises.
Comfort Suites
4270 Sawyer Road
Columbus, OH 43219
614-237-5847
comfortsuites.com
