The Best Hotels Closest to Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Powell for 2026

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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.

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

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

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

5.7 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Raed

₩142,186

₩167,779 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, a beverage dispenser, and a television mounted on the wall.

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a prominent archway and illuminated signage.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden ceiling design, and a brick accent wall.

2. Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington

9.7 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Lawrence

₩139,969

₩165,163 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

A modern bar area with a central bar, seating around it, and a visible exit sign.

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.

3. Marriott Columbus Northwest

8.8 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

julie

₩210,785

₩248,727 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, wicker furniture, and a grill.

A breakfast buffet area with a variety of food items, a coffee station, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A multi-story hotel with a mix of brick and wood panel exteriors, large windows, and a covered entrance.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a small table, a sofa, and a mirror.

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus Dublin

6.7 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Vincent

₩165,634

₩195,448 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel at dusk with a wet pavement, outdoor seating, and a covered area.

An indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a view of the outside through large windows.

A hotel room with a desk, a television, a sofa, and a chair.

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, surrounded by columns and curtains.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Dublin

6.3 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Henry

₩133,872

₩157,969 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

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.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

12.8 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

james

₩135,229

₩157,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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 hallway with a red carpet, wall-mounted lights, and potted plants.

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

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

7. Pacer Inn And Suites Delaware

15.4 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

John

₩92,158

₩106,903 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.

A modern hotel entrance with a covered driveway, stone pillars, and a landscaped garden.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a bicycle, and a window with curtains.

8. DoubleTree by Hilton Columbus Dublin

6.9 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Matthew W.

₩146,593

₩172,980 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

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

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

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the cityscape through the windows.

9. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Dublin

8.9 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Susan

₩169,057

₩199,487 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a glass door entrance, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

Shelves stocked with various snacks and beverages, including Reese's, M&M's, and other packaged goods.

A Holiday Inn Express building at dusk with a well-lit entrance and flagpole.

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other dishes.

10. Holiday Inn Express Columbus-Dublin by IHG

9.4 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Douglas

₩149,212

₩176,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

A modern indoor pool with clear glass walls, a wooden ceiling, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

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

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

11. Aloft by Marriott Columbus Westerville

17.1 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Tarek

₩148,422

₩175,138 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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

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.

An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a covered picnic table.

12. Hyatt Place Columbus Dublin

8.9 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Jeramil

₩138,583

₩163,528 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A hotel room with a desk, a microwave, a refrigerator, a red leather chair, a black office chair, a flat-screen TV, and a lamp.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, a parking lot, and a clear sky with pink clouds.

13. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus - Worthington

9.7 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Mike

₩96,934

₩114,381 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple dining tables, buffet stations, and hanging pendant lights.

A bar area with a sign reading "URBAN CRAFT" and a bar counter with multiple stools.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Embassy Suites' sign, featuring a brick facade and uniform window design.

A modern retail space with wooden shelves stocked with various products, a display counter with jars, and a digital kiosk.

14. Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

6.6 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Bruce

₩177,220

₩209,119 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and string lights.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, and sofa, a flat-screen TV, air conditioning unit, and two wall-mounted lamps.

A modern coffee and tea shop with a counter displaying various beverages, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a 'Good Morning' sign.

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

6.6 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Rhonda

₩155,019

₩182,916 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A kitchen area with waffle stations, a table with fruit, and various kitchen appliances.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a built-in phone, and teal patterned curtains.

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

A reception desk with a "WELCOME TO THE BUCK EYE STATE" sign, a wooden accent wall, and a Hilton Honors display.

16. Hampton Inn Columbus/Dublin

5.7 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Katie

₩127,330

₩150,249 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

A Four Points by Sheraton hotel with a covered entrance, parking lot, and well-maintained landscaping.

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

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

17. Four Points by Sheraton Columbus-Polaris

12.7 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Tyree

₩144,126

₩167,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "Towneplace by Marriott Suites".

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a large window, and a visible kitchen area.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small table, and a kitchen area with a fridge and microwave.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a microwave in the kitchenette.

18. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

6.7 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Theresa

₩148,284

₩174,975 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

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

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

A Drury Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a prominent entrance with a covered area.

19. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

12.6 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Sheryl

₩156,585

₩181,796 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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 spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

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

20. Sheraton Suites Columbus Worthington

10.1 km from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Brittany

₩148,422

₩175,138 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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Compare popular hotels close to Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin	9.6 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington	9.0 Wonderful 1,353 reviews	View
Marriott Columbus Northwest	9.0 Wonderful 1,010 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus Dublin	9.2 Wonderful 294 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Dublin	8.8 Excellent 965 reviews	View

Top Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our king room. It was Uber spacious. We would definitely stay there again. I so loved the whole esthetic from the moment we walked in and the hallways to our room. Everything from the carpets to the wallpaper in the hallways and our room was gorgeous. The staff, breakfast, and grounds were very nice."

Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very clean, staff was very helpful. Very comfortable"

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

10/10 Excellent

"Room was beautiful well thought out room design. Very comfortable mattresses roomy bathroom Great staff at front desk Did hear a little co structuring noise but not terrible"

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

8/10 Good

"This is a beautiful hotel with an amazing breakfast. My only beef was that we had to pay $10 to park which I thought was a ridiculous add on fee. The hotel is located right off an expressway and is not in competition for parking. They have a huge parking lot. The $10 fee made no sense. You only see parking fees in downtown areas or areas with limited parking or competition for parking. No one who wasn't a guest in the hotel would park there."

Extended Stay America Suites - Columbus - Dublin

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent job"

Hilton Garden Inn Columbus/Dublin

8/10 Good

"nice pace , would stay again"

Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus Dublin

10/10 Excellent

"Check in was nice, was given couple bottles of water and some cookies. Staff were friendly. Pool was clean and water temp comfortable. Breakfast was ok, nothing fantastic but plenty to eat. The location was great. Close easy drive to historic Dublin. Plenty of restaurants and shops. Nice river walk. It was nice having a full size fridge for leftovers and beverages."

Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Dublin

8/10 Good

"There was only one person working at the front desk and "restaurant" both when we arrived at 10pm and went down for breakfast at 9:15am. We were told that breakfast was until 9:30 but the grill had closed at 9:00."

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and comfortable rooms and property, pool was great (with plenty of towels), very nice staff. Great breakfast. Would definitely stay again when traveling to Dublin."

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The Candle Lab

6.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy an outing to The Candle Lab during your stay in Powell. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Scioto Park

8.4/10 (113 reviews)

Scioto Park is just one of the places to see in Dublin, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

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Zoombezi Bay Waterpark

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Bring the kiddos to Zoombezi Bay Waterpark and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Powell. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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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)

Learn about the local history of Dublin when you take a trip to Leatherlips Monument. Discover the great live music and shops in this family-friendly area.

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Dublin Arts Council

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Dublin Arts Council during your travels in Dublin. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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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.

Where is the best place to stay near Columbus Zoo and Aquarium?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. Other good options within 5 miles include Hampton Inn Columbus/Dublin and Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin.

How many hotels will I find close to Columbus Zoo and Aquarium?

Expedia has 65 hotels and other accommodations 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! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Columbus Zoo and Aquarium?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, head over to our customer service page.

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 favorites 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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Our top choices for Columbus Zoo and Aquarium hotels

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

2. Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington

3. Marriott Columbus Northwest

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus Dublin

5. Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Dublin

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

7. Pacer Inn And Suites Delaware

8. DoubleTree by Hilton Columbus Dublin

9. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Dublin

10. Holiday Inn Express Columbus-Dublin by IHG

11. Aloft by Marriott Columbus Westerville

12. Hyatt Place Columbus Dublin

13. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus - Worthington

14. Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

16. Hampton Inn Columbus/Dublin

17. Four Points by Sheraton Columbus-Polaris

18. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

19. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

20. Sheraton Suites Columbus Worthington

Compare popular hotels close to Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Top Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center

Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

Extended Stay America Suites - Columbus - Dublin

Hilton Garden Inn Columbus/Dublin

Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus Dublin

Courtyard by Marriott 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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