With a stay at Graduate by Hilton Columbus, you'll be centrally located in Columbus, a 5-minute walk from Greater Columbus Convention Center and 13 minutes by foot from Nationwide Arena. .This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Ohio Theatre and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Ohio State University.
What's nearby
Greater Columbus Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Nationwide Arena - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Ohio State University - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
COSI - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Ohio Stadium - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
Getting around
John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 10 min drive
Restaurants
Union Cafe - 1 min walk
TownHall - 2 min walk
Metsi’s - 2 min walk
Forno Kitchen & Bar - 1 min walk
Short North Pint House - 1 min walk
About this property
Graduate by Hilton Columbus
Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Greater Columbus Convention Center
Graduate by Hilton Columbus offers 171 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles.
Make yourself at home in one of the 171 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Shake Shack serving guests of Graduate by Hilton Columbus. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to noon for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and an elevator. This hotel has 3 meeting rooms available for events.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:00 AM and noon.
Shake Shack - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
Homage Bar - This bar specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, dinner, and light fare. Open daily.
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 3 to 11 for adults, and USD 3 to 11 for children
Uncovered valet parking fee: USD 40 per day (in/out privileges)
Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
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Graduate by Hilton Columbus Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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It was a ok stay. I was a little blind sighted by the $250 insurance payment I had to pay at check in. I thought that payment would be refunded once they saw that the room was not damaged, but I received nothing back. The rooms are a bit small but comfortable enough for the family to sleep in. If the insurance had been explained better i would give a better review
Had some issues and the lady who we was working with at the checking was amazing she did everything to help us and got the issues resolved she was definitely great and we got to have an amazing weekend because of her
We had a great stay overall but our room 714 has a horrible musty mildewy smell. I did not say anything until we left. I knew they were booked full because of the event.. so I explained when we left that they need not to rent that room until issue is fixed. I have breathing issues and am feeling the affect of the damp musty room.. our belongings also smell.. Horrible and unhealthy!!
The location was perfect to walk to various restaurants/bars. As well as the valet parking was convenient and did not have to wait long to get our car.
The room decor with its Ohio State University theme is fun, but, typical of small, urban hotels, the room was small, with little room to open our suitcases. The staff was pleasant and helpful. If we stay here again, I must consider upgrading to a larger room or suite. The location in the Short North is convenient and the room was quiet, despite all the activity on the street.
There was some sweeping under the beds that needed done byt other than that the room was clean and maid service was on top of things. When we needed ice we got ice. They told us about a party in the terrace that was going on that saturday if our stay. Everyone was super friendly.
Over all good..
the smell from Shake Shack was overwhelming at times..
It was Pride weekend so that was a surprise.. our hotel had security however always saw them inside talking to front desk. ( came back to hotel our second night to 3 younger gentleman setting on hotel steps rolling a joint.. outside people were in and out of hotel..
The establishment was nice it
just did not seem as secure as some places.
We’ve stayed at this location before and keep coming back when visiting Columbus. The staff is also so friendly and the rooms are clean and comfortable. Love the location!
Amy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
6/10 Okay
randall
Travelled with group
8 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Not enough help in the breakfast area. 1 person doing everything from making breakfast to checkout. Very damp in the rooms.