StayAreasIs Short North a good place to stay in Columbus?
Yes, especially for food, nightlife and a stylish stay. High Street is lively, though weekend nights are loud.
Stay here if
- Couples
- Food lovers
- Groups of friends
Look elsewhere if
- You want quiet weekend nights
- You want a cheap stay
- You want big sights on the doorstep
Hotels in Short North
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Staying in Short North
The Short North is the most enjoyable place to stay in Columbus. High Street's restaurants, bars and galleries are on the doorstep, North Market is at the end of the street, and downtown and the convention centre are an easy walk south.
The neighbourhood has the city's creative energy. Crowds fill the galleries and pavements on Gallery Hop nights, couples queue for dinner at independent restaurants, and the arches over High Street glow after dark. Victorian Village's quiet streets of old brick houses are just a block west.
The downside is the noise and crowds on weekend nights, and hotels here cost more than downtown. Prices jump on Ohio State football weekends.
What makes the Short North special is the atmosphere. You can browse galleries, eat at some of the best restaurants in Ohio and walk to a Blue Jackets game, all from one street.
Getting around
- Short North Arts District2walk
- North Market14walk
- Greater Columbus Convention Center18walk
- Nationwide Arena27walk
- Huntington Park27walk
- Ohio Statehouse32walk
- John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)15
Short North questions
Is Short North a good area to stay in Columbus?
Yes, especially for food, nightlife and a stylish stay. High Street is lively, though weekend nights are loud. It suits couples, food lovers and groups of friends.
How much does a hotel in Short North cost?
A typical double is around $200 a night at a budget hotel, $230 mid-range and $400 for luxury, outside peak events.
How do I get from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Short North?
About 15 minutes door to door: Taxi or rideshare from the airport to the Short North.
How far is Short North from the main sights?
Door to door from Short North: Short North Arts District 2 minutes on foot, North Market 14 minutes on foot, Greater Columbus Convention Center 18 minutes on foot and Nationwide Arena 27 minutes on foot.