Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Room rates are subject to a daily Destination Fee of $20.00 (plus applicable taxes), which includes: 

• 24/7 access to state-of-the-art fitness center
• Basic Wi-Fi for unlimited devices
• 2 bottles of water upon arrival
• In-room coffee/tea offering
• $10 daily food & beverage credit

We love your furry friends as much as you do.  

Sonesta is proud to invite your cuddly companions and provide special amenities like comfy pet beds, bowls, waterproof mats, and treats at check-in. We’ll greet your pet with an arrival letter outlining our local recommendations for a "pawsome" stay in Columbus. 

Sonesta Columbus Downtown is pet-friendly and welcomes well-mannered pets, with no breed or weight restrictions. Up to two pets are permitted per suite.  

$75 per stay.

Discover our Pets Are Welcome At Sonesta (PAWS) policy. 

At Sonesta Columbus Downtown, early check-in is possible for a fee, based on availability. If you need a later checkout time, please coordinate with the hotel to confirm availability.

When you arrive, be sure to have a valid credit card for check-in. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to check into the hotel.

The Tapestry of Self Columbus Downtown illuminates this flourishing Midwestern capital of innovation, culture, and team spirit. Reaching skyward, the mighty Columbus Arches define the skyline while the Scioto River flows gracefully past the city center. Legendary astronaut Neil Armstrong represents Columbus’s pioneering spirit, and Wendy’s, one of the country’s most recognizable brands, stands as a testament to homegrown success. Not to be overlooked, the Columbus Museum of Art celebrates the city’s cultural riches. Finally, the portrait is an unwavering ode to Ohio State football in a town where Buckeye pride is a birthright.

At Sonesta Columbus Downtown, we are proud to offer a wide array of amenities and features thoughtfully designed to make your stay as convenient and relaxing as possible. 

The Marketplace 

The Marketplace has everything from quick snacks to travel essentials that you might need. 

The Hub 

From personal work pods to intimate meeting spaces, Sonesta helps you eliminate distractions and stay productive. 

Dining 

Dine at our on-site restaurant, Vine + Forge, featuring delicious dishes, cocktails, and an espresso bar.

Business Center 

Enjoy our 24-hour Business Center, designed with business travelers in mind. 

Transportation 

Located less than 10 minutes away from the John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), our Columbus Downtown hotel is the perfect stop if you’re planning to fly in and out of the area.

Enjoy valet parking privileges at Sonesta Columbus Downtown. 
Overnight Valet Parking: $42/night 
Daily/Event Parking: $20 

The thoughtfully appointed guest rooms at Sonesta Columbus Downtown feature refined decor, custom hardwood finishes, fine furnishings, and the following amenities:  

• Work desk with a chair 

• Mini-fridge 

• Keurig coffee maker 

• Laptop-size safe 

• Iron/ironing board 

• Complimentary Wi-Fi 

• New 55" Flat-screen television with premium movie channels

• Our Suites and Preferred Loft rooms have new 65" TVs

Please note amenities may vary by room. More details can be found during room selection. 

Indulge in an upscale & trendy experience at Sonesta Columbus Downtown. Our Loft suites and guestrooms, located in an historic wing of our hotel, have been stylishly refurbished yet still maintain the character you’d expect from a historic building, like brick detailing, subway tile & industrial accents -- the lofts’ interior style truly presents a perfect blend of the past and the contemporary. Guests love the spacious and detail-oriented nature of our Lofts, in addition to the private and quiet positioning within the hotel.

In addition to our Loft suites and rooms, you can choose from a variety of other generously-appointed, luxurious hotel suites all featuring refined decor, custom hardwood finishes, and fine furnishings.

Our Suites and Preferred Loft rooms are equipped with a new 65" flat-screen television!

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Stay on top of your workout routine while on the road. Our fitness center is equipped with state-of-the-art cardio machines and strength training equipment.  

Features 

Find the following features at our fitness center: 

• Two Peloton Bikes 

• Fitness mirror 

• Elliptical machines 

• Treadmill 

• Free Weights 

Hours

Enjoy 24-hour access to the fitness center at the Sonesta Columbus Downtown hotel.

Peloton Bike 

The Peloton Bike is here. Hit your fitness goals while on the go.  

Keep your workouts fresh with different themes, difficulty levels, and music genres. With classes that range from 5 to 90 minutes, find a ride for every mood. 

There is an Electric Scooter base right out front of the hotel for ease of transportation around Columbus! There are often times CoGo Bikes available around the hotel, too. Please note that these scooters and bikes are not owned by Sonesta and therefore there is no guarantee they will be available, as they operate on a first-come first-serve basis.

Other modes of easy transport around Columbus include CBUS which travels 7 days a week from the Brewery District through Downtown to Victorian Village and back again, as well as Ride Sharing.

One of Columbus' biggest perks is its walkability -- so enjoying Columbus by foot is always an option, too!

Stroll & Sip

Vine + Forge located within Sonesta Columbus is proud to be a DORA Business! “DORA” stands for Designated Outdoor Refreshment area and refers to a defined area where open container restrictions do not apply during specified hours and adults 21+ are permitted to possess and consume alcohol in public, with certain restrictions.

DORA beverages may be taken into retail businesses within the DORA boundary displaying a decal indicating they allow it. List of businesses.

So feel free to ask for a DORA cup and take your beverage with you as you walk to the Columbus Commons for Festivals, concerts or events, take a peaceful walk on the Scioto Mile, walk to 16-bit Arcade, COSI, Dueling Axes, nearby Breweries and more!

Please note:

• Patrons may not leave the DORA boundaries with an open container beverage. See the map included on this page.
• Beverage must be finished before entering another alcohol-serving establishment.

Hours of operation:
Daily: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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Experience fine dining at our Vine + Forge restaurant in Downtown Columbus without ever leaving the hotel. 

Vine + Forge derived its name from the historic legacy of Ohio’s agriculture and steel industries, dating back to the early 1800s. Building upon the rich heritage of the Buckeye State, Vine + Forge seeks to delight guests with inspired food, hand-crafted cocktails, world-class beer, and wine selections with a truly local vibe. Plus, we offer a kids menu, making us a convenient choice for families as well.

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Visit the Vine + Forge Website

Hours

Daily: 7:00AM – 1:00AM. 

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For additional inquiries and questions, please contact our Director of Food & Beverage Nathan Drake at nathan.drake@sonesta.com.

Whether you crave morning brunch or a full-course dinner with wine or beer, you can order from our onsite restaurant Vine + Forge. Savor the delicious offerings of our menus in the privacy of your room.

• Order by calling Vine + Forge at +614-461-2629 or visit the restaurant on the first floor in-person.
• Easily charge the total back to your room (to earn more Travel Pass points!) or pay with a valid credit card/cash in-person.
• Pick up your food at Vine + Forge as soon as it’s ready and take it back to your room to enjoy!

Enjoy everything Columbus has to offer while staying at our Downtown Columbus hotel. Immerse yourself in the city's cultural scene, indulge in the finest dining and shopping, and be at the center of all the excitement — all just steps away.

Take a drink with you! DORA beverages served at our on-site restaurant Vine + Forge may be taken into retail businesses within the DORA boundary displaying a decal indicating they allow it. List of businesses.

Our hotel is located minutes from Nationwide Arena, home of the Columbus Blue Jackets and a multi-purpose venue that hosts numerous concerts and touring events. 

If you're staying at Sonesta Columbus Downtown, don't miss out on visiting the North Market, a lively public market showcasing some of Ohio's finest independent merchants, farmers, and makers. This attraction is just a stroll away from our Columbus Downtown hotel.  

With 1.8M square feet of exhibition space, the Greater Columbus Convention Center is a regional powerhouse that attracts millions of visitors each year. Sonesta Columbus Downtown is located minutes away from this attraction. 

With over 800 species and more than 7,000 animals, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium hosts more than 2.3 million visitors every year. Sonesta Columbus Downtown offers easy access to this attraction and is a twenty-minute drive away from it. 

Earn two Meeting Planner Travel Pass points for every dollar spent
Earn 3% Rebate for Guest Room Revenue


*Points capped at 100K Travel Pass points per booking.

*Terms & Conditions: In order to receive this special offer group is required to be contracted by 7/1/2025, with all meetings actualized by 12/31/2026. Offer applies to new bookings generated between 1/1/2025 and 7/1/2025. Offer is based on availability. Property blackout dates will apply. Offer is not valid in conjunction with previously booked or held meetings or events and may not be combined with any other offers, incentives, discounts or promotions, unless otherwise noted in the contract. Sonesta reserves the right to change, modify or discontinue this offer at any time. Earn two meeting planner travel pass points for every dollar spent. These points will be awarded at the conclusion of your event. Partnership Reward Travel Pass Points will be awarded as a sign on bonus at the time of the signed agreement. Travel Pass number must be provided at time of contract execution. Offer must be disclosed in the contract concessions to ensure eligibility. Meeting planner is responsible for disclosing any benefits or rewards under this offer to the group. Certain rewards may not be available to meeting planners for certain groups, and Sonesta reserves the right to remove rewards that may benefit the meeting planner directly. The 3% Rooms Revenue Rebate will be issued in the form of a credit on the total final Master Bill. “Qualifying Charges” must appear on the Master Bill and include only guestroom rates that are not already conceded at a rate lower than the Group Rate (e.g. staff rooms).

Choose the perfect venue and make your dream wedding a reality. Sonesta Columbus Downtown offers the following adaptable spaces: 

Muirfield Room 

If you're planning a large wedding reception, look no further than The Muirfield Ballroom. This elegantly appointed ballroom is the most spacious venue at Sonesta Columbus Downtown and boasts 3,260 square feet of adaptable space. If need be, the ballroom can be divided into three 1,000-square-foot sections, separated by a noise-silencing air wall. The Muirfield Ballroom can accommodate up to 200 guests in a banquet arrangement and up to 300 guests in a cocktail arrangement. 

Pinnacle Room 

Sonesta Columbus Downtown offers the lovely, naturally-lit Pinnacle Room on the second floor. This venue measures 2,654 square feet, which can be customized to meet your requirements. It can accommodate a wedding reception of up to 136 guests in a banquet arrangement and 150 guests in a cocktail arrangement. 

Scioto Junior Room 

The Scioto Junior Ballroom, located on the second floor of our Sonesta Columbus Downtown hotel, boasts 2,550 square feet of flexible space and a contemporary design. This ballroom also features plenty of natural light. It can accommodate up to 100 guests in a banquet arrangement and 120 guests in a cocktail arrangement making it ideal for medium-sized wedding receptions. 

Heritage Room 

Our Heritage Room boasts a total of 1,360 square feet of flexible space. It can accommodate up to 70 guests, making it ideal for smaller wedding receptions. There are two sections to the room, both of which have ample natural light. 

Medallion Ballroom 

Sonesta’s Medallion Ballroom is best suited for more intimate events. This Ballroom features 975 square feet of space and can be divided into two sections both of which are naturally lit.  

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1. Does your Columbus downtown hotel have a fitness center?

Yes, our Columbus downtown hotel features a state-of-the-art fitness equipped with Peloton bikes so you can stay on top of your fitness game even when you’re away from home.

2. Is your hotel near Columbus Convention Center?

Absolutely. Sonesta Columbus Downtown is only a quick stroll away from the Columbus Convention Center. The walkway to the Convention Center is handicap accessible.

3. Is Sonesta Columbus Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, Sonesta Columbus Downtown is pet friendly and welcomes well-mannered pets, with no breed or height restrictions. $75 per stay.

4. How far is Sonesta Columbus Downtown hotel from the Nationwide Arena?

The Nationwide Arena is a short walk from our hotel.

5. Are hotel rooms in Sonesta Columbus Downtown cleaned daily?

Based on our current housekeeping protocol, guests with a stay longer than 7 days will receive a full-service cleaning of their guest room once per week. We are happy to provide additional services during your stay and just ask for a minimum of 24 hours' notice. Additional cleaning services like ironing, dry-cleaning, and laundry will incur an extra fee.

6. Does Sonesta Columbus Downtown hotel offer parking and what are the fees?

Yes. Take advantage of our parking services at the following prices: 

• Overnight Valet Parking: $42/night
• Daily/Event Parking: $20

7. Where is the Sonesta Columbus Downtown hotel located in Columbus?

Our Columbus Downtown hotel is located at 33 East Nationwide Blvd.