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Sonesta Columbus Downtown

33 East Nationwide Boulevard, Columbus, OH, USA, 43215
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WELCOME TO COLUMBUS Situated in the heart of downtown Columbus’ Arena District, Sonesta Columbus Downtown boasts the city's best location for business and leisure travelers alike. Stroll through our covered walkways to your event at the Greater Columbus Convention Center or your meeting at Nationwide World Headquarters. Looking to relax? Step outside our doors and you will find yourself in the midst of some of Columbus's most exciting neighborhoods, all packed with unique shopping, dining, and nightlife. Grab lunch at the North Market then peruse the boutiques and galleries of the Short North. If sports and entertainment are your things; Nationwide Arena, Huntington Field, and Express Live are steps away. Feel like doing nothing after a hard day on the road? Enjoy beverages and spectacular city views around our outdoor fire pit. After a day of excitement in the Arena District, you better set the alarm clock. Our luxurious guest rooms are so comfortable you may never want to leave. Our spacious, rooms feature contemporary décor with stylish furnishings, plush bedding, a state-of-the-art media and work center, and a beautiful, well-lit bathroom.

Venue Details

ChainSonesta
BrandSonesta Hotels & Resorts
Built1988
Renovated2019
Total meeting space17,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms421
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

Northstar
AAA

Venue Highlights

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Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Calls (local)
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Internet access
  • Luggage storage
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Wheelchair accessible
Business services
  • AV capabilities
  • Business center
Recreational activities
  • Health club

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Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Mar 16, 2025 - Apr 14, 2025
Apr 18, 2025 - May 6, 2025
May 16, 2025 - May 25, 2025
May 31, 2025 - Jun 17, 2025
Jun 22, 2025 - Jul 11, 2025
Jul 15, 2025 - Aug 8, 2025
Aug 14, 2025 - Sep 16, 2025
Sep 21, 2025 - Oct 20, 2025
Oct 26, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
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Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
17,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
3,260 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
7
Second largest room
2,654 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
3,000 sq. ft.
Seating capacity
250

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Meeting space

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Pinnacle Download PDF
Pinnacle
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Pre-Function Space
Muirfield C Download PDF
Muirfield C
Heritage Download PDF
Heritage
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Scioto A
The Studio Download PDF
The Studio

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
421
Single (1 bed)
121
Single (1 bed) rate
$139.00 - $299.00
Double (2 beds)
254
Double (2 beds) rate
$139.00 - $299.00
Suites
4
Tax rate
17.5%

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 8 mi
Parking in the area
Valet parking
( $42.00/day )

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The Ohio State University
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German Village
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Huntington Park
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The Scioto Mile
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Short North Arts and Entertainment District
Short North Arts and Entertainment District
Recreation
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North Market
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Nationwide World Headquarters
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Business district
1 blk
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Greater Columbus Convention Center
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Individual reservations - 24 hours prior to 6 PM Day of Arrival

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Sonesta Columbus Downtown Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Sonesta Columbus Downtown's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Many new strategies and daily initiatives will be introduced to run our hotels more efficient and earth friendly. We have reduced paper by introducing communication via electronic technology. Energy and water reduction will continue to be a top priority.
Does Sonesta Columbus Downtown have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes,

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Sonesta Columbus Downtown and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Sonesta Columbus Downtown's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
No response.

Health and Safety

Were practices at Sonesta Columbus Downtown developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
No
Does Sonesta Columbus Downtown clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes : Cleaned regularly

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