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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”

Amazing Apartment in the Heart of Downtown
This beautiful, 500 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 ⭐️

Guest Suite @ OSU & Short North Arts District
The "guest suite" is a private space inside of a larger home. Since the home was originally built as a single family home, noise can travel easily inside - we love quiet guests and single travelers! ✓Fully private suite - all spaces are private (bedroom, living room, and bathroom). ✓Kitchenette area with coffee station, mini-fridge, and microwave ✓Permit parking available for $3/night ✓Prime location! Walk times: High St. dining and nightlife < 10 minutes OSU Wexner Medical < 15 minutes

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.

Relaxing Retreat! - Central Downtown/OSU
• New Listing, Same Superhost! • Walkable to Grandview attractions! • 1.5 miles to downtown/OSU campus • Off-street parking • Fenced-in Private Patio • Premium linens, towels, & soaps • Spacious bedrooms for 4 to sleep comfortably w/ 2 queen beds and 1 twin bed • Fully stocked & modernized kitchen w/granite counters & stainless steel appliances • Large dining table for shared meals or work • HD TVs w/cable in all rooms • Complimentary coffee • Washer & dryer w/detergent & dryer sheets

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.

Apt A 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

Columbus Electric Factory Flat - Short North
The Ellis Lofts offer a unique getaway for your time spent in Columbus! Situated in the heart of Italian village, the lofts are central to every attraction in the short North and greater Columbus area. Once the home of a local electric manufacturing company, Columbus Electrical Works, the lofts were renovated to include: - Exposed brick - Exposed timber beam framing - Modern large bathrooms - New oversized windows - Modern kitchens with stainless appliances

Bespoke Short North Oasis-FLAT
Cozy. Clean. Modern. Just for you. Make yourself at home at this stylish Summit Street flat professionally designed, restored and created in 2023 by one of Columbus' premier interior design firms, Paul+Jo Studio. Every bit of the space has been meticulously curated for comfort, relaxation and convenience. 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.

Cozy Short North Loft - Best Location
This vibrant studio style condo is great for those traveling to Columbus looking for a 1 bed 1 bath in the heart of the city. The best location within the city. Across the street from the Convention Center! 2 min drive or 10 min walk to Nationwide Arena, 6 min drive to OSU!! Walking distance to many restaurants, bars activities. Park your car in the free parking area and everything you’ll need is a few steps away! Free parking is for one car only!!

Artistic Olde Towne East Efficiency Apartment
A charming, freshly-redone efficiency apartment with antique charm and modern conveniences. Off-street parking, a refrigerator, microwave, and coffeemaker, and a private entrance. Elegant bathroom with mosaic floor & large shower. Located in the historic Olde Towne East neighborhood, an eclectic neighborhood of artists, historic mansions. Dining & nightlife opportunities are just a short walk away, or the downtown is an easy Uber ride away.
Popular amenities for Downtown Columbus family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Cozy escape w/ Hot Tub, ideal for family & friends

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

The Avenue Hot Tub Patio King Bed 5th Ave OSU

Ranch-Hot Tub-Pets-King Bed-Fenced Yard-Fenchurch

Charming 3BR Hot Tub, Garden! Game Day, Near OSU

Peaceful Gahanna/Columbus Get Away

Schumacher's Gem Historic Home wth Hot Tub & Study

Holtz Häusle | Cozy Apartment in the Woods
Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

Entire Carriage Home in Historic German Village

The Sapphire Haus on Mohawk

Cozy Suite next to local winery, near Easton

Nice home near downtown Columbus

German Village retreat with wonderful outdoor area

Chic Lux Home heart of village.

The Lola | Condé Nast’s Top Pick

Garden Level | Tons of Entertaining Amenities
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Serene Golf Retreat: Pool, New Hot tub, 5 BRs, FBY

Luxury Italian Village 4-bed-| Pool, Gym, Roof-Top

Newly Refreshed, Spacious Stay Near Polaris Mall

Italian Village 2BD 2BA Condo w Parking, Wifi, Gym

338M | Live Like A Local! Gym +Coffee +Bar Onsite

Bridge Park ~ Dublin 1BR/1BA Wonderfully Decorated

Luxury 3BR Home with Spa Pool, Gym & full backyard

Italian Village 2 bedrooms with 2 bath
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Total vacation rentals
Explore 40 vacation rentals in Downtown Columbus

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Downtown Columbus vacation rentals start at G$14,621 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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Pet-friendly vacation rentals
Find 10 rentals that welcome pets

Vacation rentals with a pool
10 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
30 properties have a dedicated workspace

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

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Downtown Columbus rentals

4.8 Average rating
Downtown Columbus stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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- Hocking Hills State Park
- Ohio Stadium
- Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
- Easton Town Center
- Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
- Zoombezi Bay
- Muirfield Village Golf Club
- Buckeye Lake State Park
- John Bryan State Park
- Ohio State University
- Lake Logan State Park
- LEGOLAND Discovery Center Columbus
- Schiller Park
- Columbus Museum of Art
- Worthington Hills Country Club
- Scioto Country Club
- York Golf Club
- Rattlesnake Ridge Golf Club
- Westerville Golf Center
- St. Albans Golf Club
- Royal American Links
- Links At Echosprings
- Hocking Hills Winery
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