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Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Google (2098) 4.1
Tripadvisor (112) 3.9
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Many visitors praise the Sonesta Columbus Downtown for its cleanliness, convenient location attached to the convention center, and exceptional staff who go above and beyond. However, some guests have experienced issues with billing errors and difficulties with front desk staff, while others noted the hotel appeared short-staffed.

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Address
33 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
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Phone
(614) 461-4100
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Website
www.sonesta.com

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About this place Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Sonesta Columbus Downtown is a large mainstream hotel at 33 E Nationwide Blvd, next to the Greater Columbus Convention Center and the Arena District. We list it as gay-friendly, not as a gay venue. Google reviewers rate it 4.1 across about 2,100 reviews, and it gets many conference and event guests. The Short North, where Columbus has its main cluster of gay bars and galleries, starts just north along High Street and is walkable. Rates jump on convention and Ohio State game weekends, and parking costs extra downtown, so check both before booking.

Features

Gay-friendly (straight venue) Card payments accepted Walk-ins welcome Reservation required WiFi Year-round Gay-friendly (straight venue) Air conditioning

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4.1
★★★★☆
2,098 reviews

Based on 2,098 Google reviews.

Jasmine Brooks
Jasmine Brooks Jun 2026
★★★★★

The hotel’s restaurant was delicious.

Dan SV
Dan SV Jun 2026
★★★★★

Super close to downtown. Good food but a bit pricy

Keren Mulero
Keren Mulero Jun 2026
★★★★☆
Rebecca Bruening
Rebecca Bruening Jun 2026
★★★★★

Honestly, this hotel is fantastic. The service was amazing, but the absolute highlight for me was the fitness center. It’s like a mini YMCA, tons of weights, machines, mats, kettlebells, and even a workout mirror. The only thing missing was a bench press, but they have everything else, including a cold water fountain to refill your bottle. ​My room was super clean, and the bed and pillows were incredibly comfortable. Plus, the staff went out of their way to be helpful. I was a little bummed at first that there wasn't a pool, especially since I was in town for a conference. But honestly? The price was so much better than the hotels directly connected to the convention center that it didn't even matter. I’m 100% staying here from now on.

Käea B
Käea B Jun 2026
★★★★★

Freaking life savers! They helped my man and I after a complete disaster with the Canopy Hilton stay. I'll spare the details on the hilton, but Sonesta has great and caring staff. The room is nice too with a high ceiling.

Mila
Mila Jun 2026
★★☆☆☆

Immediate impression is not great... the curtains are completely shredded and the view includes construction debris. I'm not a fan. Front desk staff is attentive and friendly.

Chad Bakehorn
Chad Bakehorn Jun 2026
★★★★★

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Last updated on 24 October 2026

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