Downtown Dayton Travel Guide

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A public square with people sitting on benches, a tree, and buildings in the background.
A group of people kayaking on a calm lake surrounded by dense trees.
A baseball stadium with a crowd, a pitcher on the mound, and a batter at home plate.
A bicycle parked on a bridge with a metal railing and a fence in the background.
A wooden board with six beer glasses and a coaster featuring a city skyline.

Stay near popular Downtown Dayton attractions

A baseball stadium with a crowd, a pitcher on the mound, and a batter at home plate.
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Open Photo by The Curious Zephyr

Day Air Ballpark

10.0/10 (3 reviews)
Catch an event at Day Air Ballpark during your trip to Dayton. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.
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Top hotels in Downtown Dayton

Hotel Ardent Dayton Downtown, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

Hotel Ardent Dayton Downtown, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

3.5 out of 5
137 N Main St Dayton OH
The price is 3.416.608 ₫ per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
3.416.608 ₫
3.980.349 ₫ total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dayton. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions National ...
9/10 Wonderful! (158 reviews)
"Great place to stay, offers breakfast has a bar and at the heart of downtown Dayton"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Hotel Ardent Dayton Downtown, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
AC Hotel by Marriott Dayton

AC Hotel by Marriott Dayton

3 out of 5
124 MADISON STREET Dayton OH
The price is 3.758.028 ₫ per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
3.758.028 ₫
4.566.650 ₫ total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dayton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (330 reviews)
"NA"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

AC Hotel by Marriott Dayton
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Dayton Downtown

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Dayton Downtown

3.5 out of 5
305 East Monument Ave Dayton OH
The price is 3.090.922 ₫ per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
3.090.922 ₫
3.734.608 ₫ total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dayton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (866 reviews)
"Had a great time in Dayton at this conveniently located hotel. Was within walking distance of everything we wanted to do. Room was clean and comfortable. We appreciated the friendly welcome and explanation of how to work the free parking. Free breakfast was also a plus and the coffee was great! All ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Dayton Downtown
Dayton Vitality Hotel

Dayton Vitality Hotel

4 out of 5
33 E 5th St Dayton OH
The price is 3.508.190 ₫ per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
3.508.190 ₫
4.087.041 ₫ total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dayton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions National Museum of the United ...
7.6/10 Good! (118 reviews)
"The room was very nice, good views! The elevator was a little slow, that made it feel like a vacation! The Oregon district is very nice with several good restaurants"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Dayton Vitality Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Dayton Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Dayton Downtown

3 out of 5
18 W Third Street Dayton OH
The price is 2.981.831 ₫ per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
2.981.831 ₫
3.473.832 ₫ total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dayton. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions National Museum of the United ...
Hilton Garden Inn Dayton Downtown
Days Inn by Wyndham Englewood Dayton Airport

Days Inn by Wyndham Englewood Dayton Airport

2 out of 5
20 Rockridge Rd Englewood OH
The price is 1.789.412 ₫ per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
1.789.412 ₫
2.084.508 ₫ total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Englewood. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Days Inn by Wyndham Englewood Dayton Airport
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Where to stay in Downtown Dayton

Find the best Downtown Dayton areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A tall, illuminated monument against a twilight sky.
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University Park

While visiting University Park, you might make a stop by sights like Carillon Historical Park and Baujan Field.

Street signs for Jackson St and 500 S.

Oregon District

Oregon District is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Belle of Dayton Distillery and Dayton Theatre Guild.

A green wooden house with a sloped roof, a chimney, and a small porch.

South Park

Though South Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center and America's Packard Museum.

A city skyline at dusk with a calm river reflecting the buildings, a park with a white gazebo, and a modern building with a blue dome.

Belmont

While there might not be top attractions in Belmont, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Museum of the United States Air Force and Fraze Pavillion.

Dayton, Ohio, USA Skyline on the Great Miami River 3042

South Dayton

If you're spending some time in South Dayton, Cox Arboretum and Gardens Metropark and Cinemark Dayton South 16 are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Dayton Travel Guide

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