Experience Columbus

Experience all that Columbus has to offer while you visit ODU. Ohio's capital city is home to world-class restaurants, professional sports teams, exciting art exhibits and more.

We invite you to check out the links below to some of the hotels, shops, and restuarants near ODU's campus. If you're new to the Columbus area, you can visit Experience Columbus for even more info about our wonderful city!

Ohio Dominican is located near several hotels that can make your visit to campus even more enjoyable.*

Some may offer a discount for guests of ODU, so be sure to ask!

Near Campus


Best Western Port Columbus
1450 Airpointe Drive 
Columbus, OH 43219 
(614) 337-8400
website 

Columbus Airport Marriott 
1375 N. Cassady Avenue 
Columbus, Ohio 43219 
(614) 475-7551
website 

Country Inn & Suites 
2900 Airport Drive 
Columbus, OH 43219 
(614) 478-2900 
website 

Courtyard Marriott Columbus Airport 
2901 Airport Drive 
Columbus, Ohio 43219 
(614) 475-8530
website 

Fairfield Inn & Suites Columbus Airport
4300 International Gateway
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 237-2100
website

Four Points by Sheraton Columbus Ohio Airport
3030 Plaza Properties Blvd
Columbus, OH 43219

website

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus - Easton
4899 Sunbury Road 
Columbus, Ohio 43230 
(614) 476-1100
website 

Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbus/Airport
2880 Airport Drive 
Columbus, OH 43219 
(614) 428-8800
website 

Staybridge Suites Columbus Airport 
2890 Airport Drive 
Columbus, Ohio 43219 
(614) 473-9888
website 


Downtown Columbus

Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Downtown
35 West Spring Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 228-3200
website 

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus Downtown
501 North High Street
Columbus, Ohio 43210
(614) 559-2000
website 

Holiday Inn Columbus Downtown Capitol Square
175 East Town Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 221-3281
website 

Red Roof Inn Columbus Downtown Convention Center
111 East Nationwide Boulevard
Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 224-6539
website 

Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
50 North Third Street
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 228-5050
website 

Sheraton Columbus Hotel at Capitol Square
75 East State Street
Columbus, OH 43215
(855) 873-6559
website 

East Columbus Locations

Candlewood Suites Columbus 
590 Taylor Road
Gahanna, Ohio 43230
(614) 863-4033
website 

Days Inn
2100 Brice Road
Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
(614) 864-1280
website 

Extended Say America Easton
4200 Stelzer Road
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 4238-6022
website 

Extended Stay America Columbus East
2200 Lake Club Drive
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 759-1451
website 

Fort Rapids Indoor Waterpark Resort
4560 Hilton Corporate Drive
Columbus, OH 43232
(877) 337-7527
website 

Hampton Inn Columbus 1-70
2093 South Hamilton Road
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 552-2400
website 

Hilton Columbus at Easton
3900 Chagrin Drive
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 414-5000
website 

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus
460 Waterbury Court 
Gahanna, OH 43202 
(614) 428-8678 
website 

Red Roof Inn Columbus East
2449 Brice Road
Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
(614) 864-3683
website 

*These listings do not imply ODU’s endorsement. Ohio Dominican does not promote any of the hotels or chains included in the list.

Easton Town Center

One of the most exciting entertainment, shopping, restaurant and business venues in the country is right down the street from Ohio Dominican University. Easton's website.

North Market

Established in 1876, the North Market is Columbus’ only remaining true public market. More than 30 merchants offer a wide variety of fresh, local, authentic food year round and at their farmers market. North Market website.

Short North

Columbus' Short North Arts District, just north of downtown, is home to museums and art galleries, boutiques and salons, restaurants and more. Short North website.

Arena District

The Arena District includes Nationwide Arena and Huntington Park, as well as the Columbus Convention Center, the SMG Arena Grand Movie Theatre and world-class dining options. Arena District website.

On Campus Dining Service Options to Serve Your Needs

You’ve got plenty on your mind: classes, sports, clubs, and community service, so it’s our goal to provide you with delicious, healthy and convenient meals to fuel your success.

Dining on campus provides the social experience essential to campus life. It gives you the opportunity to gather with friends, take study breaks, hang out, and relax after a hard day of classes and activities. Come dine at the Hamilton Dining Room, grab a quick bite or coffee at 40 North, or enjoy our new quick serve dining options at Panther Food Court. The comfort, convenience, outstanding food and inviting atmosphere are designed especially for you.

We look forward to serving you!

Student Dining Services


Near Campus


China Buffet

1520 N Cassady Ave
Columbus, OH 43219

Dairy Queen
1475 Sunbury RD
Columbus, Ohio 43219

Donato's Pizza
1508 N Cassady Ave
Columbus, Ohio 43219

Flight Bistro & Bar
in the Embassy Suites Hotel
2886 Airport Dr
Columbus, Ohio 43219
website

Golden Crust Pizzeria
2768 E 5th Ave
Columbus, Ohio 43219
website

Jimmy John's
1544 N Cassady Ave
Columbus, Ohio 43219

McDonald's
1455 N Cassady Ave
Columbus, Ohio 43219

RiverCity Grill
in the Columbus Airport Marriott
1375 N Cassady Ave
Columbus, Ohio 43219 
website

Waffle House
1405 N Cassady Ave
Columbus, Ohio 43219
website

Wendy's
2335 E 5th Ave
Columbus, Ohio 43219

Wendy's
1490 N Cassady Ave
Columbus, OH 43219



Easton Town Center

Just nine minutes up Sunbury road is Easton Town Center. Enjoy coffee or ice cream, fast-casual to fine dining.

View all the restaurants on Easton's website.

The arts and culture scene in Columbus include museums, galleries, music and dance performances, outdoors festivals and more. Click below or visit the Greater Columbus Arts Council website for more arts and culture links.

Besides cheering on the ODU Panthers, root for the home team at one of Columbus' premier sporting events.

Experience ColumbUS

Video courtesy of Experience Columbus.