The Best Hotels Closest to Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Powell - 2026 Updated Prices

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A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, ottomans, and a reception desk.

An indoor swimming pool with clear signage, a lifeguard chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern restaurant with booths, high tables, and a bar area.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a brick wall.

1. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

12.6 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Larry

3.267.425 ₫

3.793.481 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

The exterior of a hotel named "Pacer Inn & Suites" with a classic architectural style, featuring a central entrance with a bench, large windows, and a sign indicating the establishment is open.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and two paintings on the wall.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a digital screen, and a fire extinguisher on the wall.

A living room with a dark leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a plant.

2. Pacer Inn And Suites Delaware

15.4 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Timothy

1.601.425 ₫

1.857.653 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A polar bear in a zoo enclosure with a glass barrier, a grassy area, and large rocks.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and artwork.

An outdoor patio area with seating, a fire feature, and a brick wall.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Hyatt Place' sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

3. Hyatt Place Columbus/Polaris

12.9 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Ann

3.423.288 ₫

3.974.438 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A lakeside hotel with a reflection of lights on the water, a large building with multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

A poolside lounge area with a chair, a table with drinks, and a newspaper.

A gym with multiple treadmills and elliptical machines, large windows, and a clean, modern design.

A buffet setup with various food items and a coffee station.

4. The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center

8.5 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Lisa

3.284.541 ₫

3.809.964 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area with round tables, and a view of the kitchen and dining area.

A modern bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a dining area with tables set for two.

A modern bar area with a bar counter, multiple stools, and a seating area with green chairs and a round table.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large glass door entrance.

5. Four Points by Sheraton Columbus-Polaris

12.7 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Joy

2.161.536 ₫

2.509.543 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small kitchenette, and a seating area with a table and chair.

A vending machine with a water dispenser and a beverage vending machine labeled 'Smart Snacks Naturals 2GO'.

A reception area with a desk, chairs, a clock, and a wall-mounted sign.

A laundry room with stacked washers and dryers, an exit sign, and a coin-operated soap dispenser.

6. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus - Worthington

9.7 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Kate

1.848.348 ₫

2.181.050 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by sofas and chairs, under string lights.

A long dining table with chairs, large windows, and hanging lights.

A bar area with a brick wall, hanging flower baskets, and bar stools.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a reception area.

7. Hilton Columbus/Polaris

11.9 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Terrence

3.806.593 ₫

4.419.454 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern conference room with a large wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A stone fire pit with a fire, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and potted plants, set against a backdrop of a lake and fountain.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a colorful wall display.

A modern bar area with a curved ceiling, large windows, and bar stools.

8. Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris Hotel

14.8 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Stacia

4.615.347 ₫

5.538.417 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with steps leading into it, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a parking lot, a flag, and a landscaped garden with flowers.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.

A hotel reception area with a dark reception desk, a red carpet, and framed pictures on the wall.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

12.8 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

james

3.064.102 ₫

3.557.421 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor seating area with modern chairs and tables, a covered patio, and a building with large windows.

A modern hotel with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A modern lounge area with a bar, seating, and a patterned carpet.

A modern reception desk with a digital display, a bar area with stools, and a wall with framed pictures.

10. Aloft by Marriott Columbus Westerville

17.1 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Michael

2.627.877 ₫

3.100.895 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, and a central sofa area.

An indoor swimming pool with clear signage, including a 'No Diving Allowed' sign, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, small round table, TV, and a brick accent wall.

11. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Dublin

8.9 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Rick N.

3.034.019 ₫

3.580.144 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A lobby with a fireplace, a sofa, a table with food and drinks, and a large painting above the fireplace.

A lobby with a fireplace, a sofa, and a large painting above the fireplace.

A buffet setup with various food items and a pitcher of water on a glass table.

A bar area with a granite countertop, multiple liquor bottles, a flat-screen TV, and bar stools.

12. Hilton Garden Inn Columbus/Polaris

12 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Kenan

2.623.224 ₫

3.045.563 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and multiple floors.

A modern hotel room with a dark wall, wooden shelves, a round table, two chairs, a desk with a printer, and a mounted television.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a large window with curtains.

An outdoor patio with stone walls, a fireplace, and seating areas.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

5.7 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Janhavi

2.660.828 ₫

3.139.778 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view, and a painting above the beds.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a flat roof.

A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a coffee cup display, and a bench with a table.

A reception area with a blue wall, a framed painting of a sunset, and a white reception desk.

14. Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus/Worthington

9.7 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Lindsi

1.757.288 ₫

2.073.599 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with modern furniture and a built-in fire feature.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large wall with geometric patterns, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent sign for 'Springhill Suites by Marriott'.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a large mirror.

15. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

6.1 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

sydney

3.944.561 ₫

4.694.029 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A Best Western hotel with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A hotel lobby with seating, a reception desk, a refrigerator, and a television.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a flat-screen TV, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a refrigerator, and a coffee machine.

16. Best Western Hilliard Inn & Suites

13.9 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Lilia

2.635.932 ₫

3.110.399 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a wall-mounted lamp, and a picture frame.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a small round table, a desk with a chair, a floor lamp, and a framed abstract artwork on the wall.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a wooden reception desk, a blue accent wall, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a visible sign for 'The Placery'.

17. Hyatt Place Columbus Dublin

8.9 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Adam

2.593.400 ₫

3.060.212 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern outdoor seating area with a glass-top fire pit, cushioned seating, and ambient lighting.

A modern hotel lobby with round tables and blue chairs, a bar area with stools, and a staircase.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a scenic view, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a round table with a gold base, and a grey sofa.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, large windows, and American flags.

18. Sheraton Suites Columbus Worthington

10.1 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Brittany

2.777.531 ₫

3.277.487 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A large brick building with a modern entrance, multiple windows, and a well-maintained landscaped area with hedges and a driveway.

A hotel lobby with leather armchairs, a bar area, and a seating area with a patterned carpet.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a patterned wall.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a table, surrounded by large windows and potted plants.

19. Marriott Columbus Northwest

8.8 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

3.944.561 ₫

4.654.583 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, a ceiling with exposed beams, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A long counter with food service equipment and seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a blue armchair, and a brown ottoman. There is a reception desk in the background with a sign that reads "Comfort Inn."

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, computer, seating area, and large windows.

20. Comfort Inn North/Polaris

12.3 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

2.614.147 ₫

3.035.025 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris	9.4 Exceptional 1,380 reviews	View
Pacer Inn And Suites Delaware	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Columbus/Polaris	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Four Points by Sheraton Columbus-Polaris	8.8 Excellent 378 reviews	View

Top Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome"

DoubleTree by Hilton Columbus Dublin

8/10 Good

"The rooms are a very long distance from the main lobby and they don’t offer real cream for the coffee. Pretty nice property but fake creamer is a deal breaker"

Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Dublin

10/10 Excellent

"It was fairly clean even though they were doing renovations at the end of our hallway. Only downside is the elevator and ice machine was far from our room. We had a nice balcony in the courtyard but it only had one chair and no table unlike the other rooms. But Russell at the front desk was super helpful and had great customer service. Unfortunately, we didn’t know of any breakfast options by the hotel in the mornings."

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

10/10 Excellent

"The beds were very comfortable. Room was pretty quiet even withe busy road and elevators by our room. Front desk staff super friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend this property!"

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

10/10 Excellent

"Always a good experience at Embassy Suites. We stayed at one on our wedding night 36 years ago."

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

8/10 Good

"Rooms were clean and staff was professional"

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6.0/10 (1 review)

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Scioto Park

8.4/10 (113 reviews)

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Zoombezi Bay Waterpark

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

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Safari Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Powell at Safari Golf Club. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Morgan House Gift Shop

8.2/10 (63 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Morgan House Gift Shop during your trip to Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Bloomin Beads, Etc.

Enjoy an outing to Bloomin Beads, Etc. during your stay in Powell. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Leatherlips Monument

8.0/10 (40 reviews)

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Dublin Arts Council

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Columbus Zoo and Aquarium?

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is located in a welcoming area of Powell known for its popular zoo. You'll find 65 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

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Expedia has 65 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.

What can I see and do near Columbus Zoo and Aquarium?

You can wander around Bridge Park, Indian Run Falls Park or Coffman Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Zoombezi Bay Waterpark, Morgan House Gift Shop and Bloomin Beads, Etc. are some favourites close by Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Olentangy Indian Caverns, Highbanks Metro Park and Sam and Eulalia Frantz Park.

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1. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

2. Pacer Inn And Suites Delaware

3. Hyatt Place Columbus/Polaris

4. The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center

5. Four Points by Sheraton Columbus-Polaris

6. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus - Worthington

7. Hilton Columbus/Polaris

8. Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris Hotel

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

10. Aloft by Marriott Columbus Westerville

11. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Dublin

12. Hilton Garden Inn Columbus/Polaris

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

14. Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus/Worthington

15. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

16. Best Western Hilliard Inn & Suites

17. Hyatt Place Columbus Dublin

18. Sheraton Suites Columbus Worthington

19. Marriott Columbus Northwest

20. Comfort Inn North/Polaris

Compare popular hotels close to Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Top Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center

DoubleTree by Hilton Columbus Dublin

Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Dublin

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

Other attractions near Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

The Candle Lab

Scioto Park

Zoombezi Bay Waterpark

Safari Golf Club

Morgan House Gift Shop

Bloomin Beads, Etc.

Leatherlips Monument

Dublin Arts Council

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