COLUMBUS MARRIOTT, Columbus

The hotel is set in downtown Columbus, directly adjacent to the convention center and a short walk from the Riverwalk, Broadway shopping, and a cluster of restaurants including Minnie's Uptown, The Cannon Brew Pub, and Samurai Japanese Cuisine. The National Infantry Museum and Columbus Museum of Art are within a few minutes by car. The free airport shuttle stops right at the entrance, and the property is also a stop on the Groome Shuttle service. For those driving, on-site parking requires a reservation and incurs a daily fee. The surrounding area is walkable for most downtown needs, and free bicycles are available for short trips. However, an active train line runs directly beside the property, with trains passing at multiple times during the night, including around 3:00 AM.

Rooms feature air conditioning, carpeted floors, a work desk, tea and coffee facilities, a refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV. Some rooms include an iPod dock and a sitting area. The property offers standard rooms, concierge-level rooms (which provide M Club Lounge access and are typically on higher floors of the tower or the historic side), as well as presidential and governor's suites. Room doors open outward into the hallway, which means standard security latches cannot be used; a room with an inward-opening door can be requested. Noise from the adjacent rail line and thin interior walls is a known factor for some rooms. Rooms on the first floor may have limited views. The double room includes a microwave and a seating area with a tile or marble floor.

The hotel's restaurant, Houlihan's, is open for breakfast (06:00-10:00 daily), brunch, lunch, and dinner, and offers vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options as well as a kid-friendly buffet and special diet menus on request. Breakfast is available for purchase at an additional cost (around $18 USD) and can be taken as a to-go option. Room service and breakfast in the room are also available. For guests with concierge-level rooms, the M Club Lounge provides a complimentary breakfast and all-day snacks and drinks. A bar on site serves drinks and wine/champagne. The surrounding area offers multiple dining options within a short walk, including American, Japanese, and pizza restaurants.

The outdoor swimming pool is open all year, features a shallow end and a fence around it, and is equipped with sun loungers, beach chairs, and umbrellas. The fitness centre is free to use, though some equipment may be in need of repair. For a more comprehensive workout, complimentary passes to a nearby YMCA are available on request. The hotel also offers free bicycle rental, a terrace with outdoor furniture, and a picnic area. There is no spa or wellness centre on site. The property is conveniently located for walks along the Riverwalk and visits to the nearby National Infantry Museum and Columbus Museum of Art.

Wi-Fi is free of charge in all rooms. The free airport shuttle operates to and from Columbus Airport and also serves as a Groome Shuttle stop. Parking is available on site but requires a reservation and is subject to a daily fee; the lot is open and not secured. An electric vehicle charging station is available. The 24-hour front desk offers concierge service, an ATM, and luggage storage. Daily housekeeping is provided; laundry and dry cleaning are available for an additional charge. The business centre offers free fax/photocopying, and meeting/banquet facilities are available for a fee. The property is non-smoking throughout, with a designated smoking area. Key card access and safety deposit boxes are provided, and the hotel has facilities for disabled guests. Room service is available. Some in-room amenities such as microwaves, hair dryers, and safes are not standard but can be requested.