| straightforward rooms come with free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, and most have minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. off interstate 270, this unassuming hotel close to restaurants is 9 miles from the columbus zoo and aquarium, and 14 miles from the columbus museum of art in downtown. kids age 17 and younger stay with adults at no additional charge. there's also a 24-hour exercise room. complimentary perks include parking, and continental breakfast served in a low-key dining area. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. upgraded rooms add whirlpool tubs, wet bars and/or pull-out sofas; suites offer separate living rooms. pets are welcome
John Glenn Columbus International Airport 19 min
Zoombezi Bay (19 min)
Water park with a giant pool & raft slides, high-speed mat races, a lazy river & more. Ohio History Connection (15 min)
Exhibits cover the state's history plus Ohio Village, an interactive re-creation of an 1860s town. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens (20 min)
88 acres of indoor/outdoor art- & nature-based exhibits, greenhouses & landscaped grounds. Center of Science and Industry (20 min)
This large educational science center offers interactive exhibits, working labs & planetarium shows. Highbanks Metro Park (7 min)
Native American burial grounds, 100-ft.-high bluffs with river views & 11 miles of hiking trails. ZipZone Outdoor Adventures (15 min)
Zip line and adventure Alum Creek State Park (16 min)
4,630-acre hub with camping, disc golf, a dog park, picnic tables, hiking trails & a popular beach. Columbus Park of Roses (13 min)
A 13-acre landscaped recreation area specializing in roses, plus perennial & herb gardens. Ohio Statehouse (18 min)
Grand Greek revival building completed in 1861 featuring historical art & self-guided audio tours. Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks (9 min) Columbus Museum of Art (18 min)
Varied permanent & traveling art collections plus an American cafe & a gift shop. Olentangy Indian Caverns (15 min)
The local Delaware tribe used to inhabit these caverns, now accessible for tours in season only. Sharon Woods (7 min)
Lake, jogging trails, nature walks & playground featured in 761-acre preserve with forests & fields. Inniswood Metro Gardens (15 min)
Nature preserve featuring formal gardens & lawns, a trail, with a center for workshops & a library. Columbus Zoo and Aquariumĺlpl (20 min)
Animal & marine life showcase with a hands-on tide pool, reptile lab, kangaroo walkabout & more. | 
