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Explore 30 vacation rentals in Downtown Columbus

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Downtown Columbus vacation rentals start at G$12,558 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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Pet-friendly vacation rentals
Find 20 rentals that welcome pets

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30 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
30 of Downtown Columbus vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Downtown Columbus rentals

4.7 Average rating
Downtown Columbus stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Downtown Columbus
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LUXELOFT High St ShortNorth Free Park RooftopPatio
Best location in Columbus! FREE PARKING Entertainment, restaurants, clubs, Convention Cntr, Goodale Park& more outside front door. Luxury downtown loft w/ PRIVATE ROOFTOP patio, skyline view, remodeled & stylish decor in CBus's hottest area. Be in the ❤️ of it all 1 minute, a few steps later you’re home! Studio style space w/full kitchen, washer/dryer, living, eat space, queen bed & full bath. Professional clean between guests. “Great location! Easy walk go everything. Parking garage is amazing”

Short North Carriage House next to Goodale Park
Welcome to the Goodale Park Carriage House located by beautiful Goodale Park, a 34 acre urban oasis steps away from the Short North Arts District. The apartment is a comfortable 2nd floor, one bedroom walk-up with cathedral ceilings and large windows for natural light. The carriage house is conveniently located a short walk from High Street with all of its shopping, restaurants, and nightlife, as well as a short walk to the Convention Center, North Market, Arena District, CVS and grocery.

Livingston Flat - A German Village Gem
The Livingston Flat is located in historic German Village, directly above one of Columbus’ most beloved bars, Club 185. This charming, 1 bedroom apartment has all the amenities you need to feel right at home. Being just blocks away from downtown, you can easily walk to the best places for dinner and drinks Columbus has to offer. Enjoy the warmth of the gas lanterns on the brick lined streets, as you stroll past the neighborhood's gorgeous historic homes and beautifully landscaped gardens.

Comfy & airy full house, 4mi from central Columbus
Welcome to Westgate! Originally established as a streetcar suburb in the 1920's, Westgate is a quiet family neighborhood 4 miles directly west of downtown Columbus. Our newly-refinished 720 sq foot, 2-bedroom/1 bath 1940's cottage is the perfect mix of original historic charm and modern conveniences. Tucked in a community of lovingly restored homes, walkable tree-lined streets, and just 1/2 block from Westagte Park, you get the best the city has to offer without the hustle and bustle.

German Village retreat with wonderful outdoor area
Cozy historical 3 bedroom 2 1/2 bath home in the heart of German village just steps away from coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and the book loft. This home is on a tree lined brick street and has tons of character. The house has an open floor plan with family room kitchen and and dining room all looking out onto the deck and patio. The back yard is full of charm with several seating areas, fire pit table, and fountain. This home can sleep 6 people in beds and 8 with air mattresses.

💫 Cali Style Townhouse - Mins to Everything💫
• The Grove at Grandview! The River Birch is a private 3 bedroom 2 bathroom townhome • NEW Outdoor Barrel Sauna fits 6! • Walkable to Grandview • 1.5 miles to downtown/OSU campus • COVID Certified Cleaners • Single stall garage parking • Smart TV's in the livingroom and every bedroom! • Premium linens, towels, robes, & soaps • Spacious bedrooms for 6 to sleep comfortably w/3 queen beds • Fully stocked modern kitchen • Complimentary coffee w/to go cups • Washer & dryer w/detergent

Bespoke Short North Oasis-LOFT
SHORT NORTH SLEEPY LOFT. Cozy. Clean. Modern. Just waiting for you. Make yourself at home at this stylish Summit Street Loft professionally designed and restored in 2023 by Columbus' premier interior design firms, Paul+Jo Studio. Every bit of the space has been meticulously curated for comfort, relaxation while being conveniently located in Italian Village. You’ll be minutes away from High Street in the Short North, German Village, Nationwide Arena, and the Ohio State University.

The Short North Nest
A cozy and chic loft space in the heart of The Short North. A quick walk to the Convention Center, Goodale Park, Nationwide Arena, the Arena District and the finest eateries, nightlife and shopping that Columbus has to offer. Relax in this bright and private space that features a kitchen, washer and dryer, in unit air-conditioner, a queen sized bed and sofa bed, wi-fi, television w/ Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and HBO Go. Multiple parking garages and street parking available.

Quaint Gem in German Village | King Suite
This charming Apartment is situated in the vibrant heart of German Village on Macon Alley, offering you a front-row seat to the rich culture of downtown Columbus. Explore the area on foot with easy access to popular attractions and eateries such as Lindey's, Barcelona, Schiller Park, and The Book Loft. For a quick 5-8 minute Lyft ride, you can also visit Italian Village, Short North, Ohio State University, COSI, or the Franklin Park Conservatory. We look forward to hosting you!

Downtown Luxury Apartment
This beautiful, 700 sq ft modern and open-floorplan studio apartment is conveniently located at Highpoint in downtown Columbus. This apartment is perfect for the people who are traveling and want to experience Columbus because the apartment is close to all the excitement that the city has to offer. This apartment is ideal for a couple or small groups to eat together, hang out, relax, explore the surrounding areas, chat and have fun. FREE Parking (1 vehicle) & FREE wifi

Apt D MerionVillage/GermanVillage
Freshly updated & fully renovated. Just minutes from downtown Columbus/Short North/German Village & the best of Cbus. This 1 bed 1 bath apartment is the perfect space to rest and recharge during your stay in Columbus. Whether you want to keep to yourself or meet fellow travelers at 1 of the 4 firepits/pergolas .. this property fits the needs for any Columbus traveler. 10 miles to CMH 1 mile to Children's Hospital 1 mile to GermanVillage 5 miles to ShortNorth

Stylish Loft with King Bed - Two Parking Spots
Enjoy a stylish stay at this centrally located loft with all of the charm of German Village on the steps of downtown. 1 King Bed + Queen Sofa Bed + Dedicated Working Space w/ Fast Wifi. 2 dedicated off-street parking spots. ★ 5 Mins to Nationwide Arena ★ 12 Mins to Ohio Stadium ★ 6 Mins to Greater Columbus Convention Center ★ 7 Mins to the Short North ★ 4 Mins to Nationwide Children's Hospital ★ Walkable to dining, shopping, and parks in both GV and downtown
Popular amenities for Downtown Columbus family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Charming 2BR w/ Hot Tub + Yard, Walk to OSU + More

Mater's Garage

High End New Build, Rooftop Hot Tub, City Views!

Charming 3BR Parking, Hot Tub & Garden! Near OSU

Schumacher's Gem Historic Home wth Hot Tub & Study

Hot Tub, King Beds, Foosball, Firepit, Cornhole

Holtz Häusle | Cozy Apartment in the Woods

Victorian Buckeye | Hot Tub + Game Room
Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

Private Carriage house retreat

Brewery District Homestead

Grandview Heights | Pet Friendly |Easy Parking

Entire Carriage Home in Historic German Village

Nice home near downtown Columbus

Walkable and Cozy German Village Haus/Pets OK

Entire Cottage W Parking - Historic German Village

Majestic Mohawk II • German Village •Schiller Park
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Pickleball-Basketball-Pool-Hot Tub-Game Room-Fire Pit

Luxury Italian vibe 3Bed | Pool, Gym, Parking

2BD 2BA Condo - Italian Village w Gym/Pool/Parking

Pool & Hot Tub! -2 King Bed Suites -Private oasis

Modern Columbus Retreat |Sleeps 6 | Pool & Parking

Private Heated Pool • Hot Tub • Fenced Yard

Italian Village | Hosts 6 | 2 Bedroom | Pool & Gym

Lusso Lux-Chic Stay in Italian Vil-Free Parking
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