Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Fairgrounds

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Days Inn
5 (1104 reviews)
1700 Clara Street , Columbus , US
+1 614-299-4300

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Convenient location (close to Ohio State / near expressway)
Staff described as friendly and apologetic in several reviews
Some rooms had comfortable beds and working air conditioning
Cons:
Severe cleanliness issues: bugs/bedbugs, blood, mold, trash, filthy towels
Room disrepair and safety hazards: holes, missing smoke detector wiring, broken fixtures/appliances
Advertised breakfast not provided; shortages of towels and basic amenities
Reports of drug activity/outdoor safety concerns and trash outside
Perceived poor value for money given condition

Categories

Cleanliness
2
Multiple reviews describe extremely poor cleanliness: dirty rooms, bugs/bedbugs, blood, mold, trash on floors, dusty beds, filthy towels and peeling wallpaper.
Service
9
Several guests reported friendly, apologetic staff who attempted to assist; however, there were isolated reports of slow check-in and lack of managerial follow-up.
Location
10
Consistently praised as very close to Ohio State and near the expressway — location considered a strong positive across reviews.
Room Quality
2.5
Rooms frequently cited as run-down and in disrepair: holes in walls/doors, missing smoke detector wiring, broken lamps/refrigerator, cigarette smell, mold, squeaky/misaligned beds and general unsafe conditions.
Amenities
3.5
Amenities were lacking or broken for many guests: advertised continental breakfast not served, broken refrigerator and lamp, no iron, limited towels; one review noted a working A/C.
Value for Money
3
Multiple guests felt the nightly rate (noted around $200–$236) did not match the property's condition and considered it poor value.
Food and Beverage
3
Continental breakfast was advertised but several guests report it was not available at the property; no other F&B positives noted.
Overall Experience
7
Location and some helpful front-desk interactions mitigated issues for a few, but pervasive cleanliness, safety and room-quality problems produced an overall negative impression for most guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:07

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just a short distance from Ohio State University, Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Fairgrounds is the perfect choice for visitors looking to explore the area attractions. Situated near the Ohio State Fairgrounds, Ohio Expo Center, and Historical Center Museum, guests can easily immerse themselves in the local culture.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy a comfortable stay with complimentary amenities such as a free continental breakfast to go and free wireless internet access. Relax in your room and unwind while watching in-room satellite TV after a day of sightseeing.

Enjoyable Stay
Whether you're in town for business or leisure, Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Fairgrounds offers a pleasant stay with its convenient location and modern amenities. Book now to experience comfort and convenience during your visit.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CMH

Location

Guest Reviews

5
Based on 1104 reviews
Cleanliness: 2
Service: 9
Location: 10
Room Quality: 2.5
Amenities: 3.5
Value for Money: 3
Food and Beverage: 3
Overall Experience: 7
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Jermey • solo_traveller • us
1
Terrible and I always try to book here
Cons:

The rudeness not feel safe and them not trying to refund all my money. The rooms are nasty, stained and dirty.

2026-11-06 • via Nuitee
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Elise • couple • us
5
Based on the outward appearance of the property and office, I was pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness and comfort of
Pros:

The room was clean, the bed was comfortable. It was very close to OSU.

Cons:

The noise from the highway. The property itself was worn down.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Cheyann • extended_group • us
1
Pros:

Awful

Cons:

Bugs people on drugs outside, blood on the beds holes in doors and walls

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Roxanne • couple • us
4
It was fine. We got in late and left early. I will not stay there again.
Pros:

The location was great. It was close to Ohio State.

Cons:

The property was run down and dirty. I was not impressed. Spending $200 to stay in a hotel overnight is still a lot of money and I expected it to be cleaner and less run down. Also there was no continental breakfast as advertised, so that was disappointing.

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Bactaina • couple • us
3
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Julieth • couple • us
1
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Braden • couple • us
3
Would not stay here again
Pros:

The rooms were clean

Cons:

Breakfast was advertised, but they had a sign in the lobby saying they do not serve breakfast at their location. The staff were odd. It took a long time to check in and two staff members were sitting there talking about us in a different language. It took 10 minutes to do a simple check in when I had already checked in online. I don’t know what was going on. It was quite fishy.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Michele • solo_traveller • us
1
Aweful,
Pros:

Not much, I did have a place to sleep, I arrived late and left early.

Cons:

The room smelled of smoke, the smoke detector was missing like it had been ripped out and the wires were hanging there, the wall paper was peeling off the wall, the faucet was only attached at the pipes and moved all around when you tried to turn on the water.

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Kristine • couple • us
2
Smelly, broken items, overall cringy. Don't stay here.
Pros:

The staff were friendly and seemed like they were truly sorry for the condition of the hotel. However, both staff that were spoken to could do nothing to rectify the situation regarding the condition of the room by changing rooms or offering any kind of refund.

Cons:

The smell of the room - smoke + air freshener, was horrible. I slept with my sweatshirt over my face. There was writing on the walls, the lamp was broken, the refrigerator broken, wires from a smoke detector hanging off the wall, no iron, only 1 towel, 1 wash clothe and no hand towel for 4 people. Upon check out the staff member took down my information and told me that the manager would call. The manager never followed up as the staff had promised. I understand the concept of "supply and demand" but $236 for a room like this is absolutely unreasonable.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Thiago • couple • br
8
Pros:

Excelente localização e instalações , nada de reclamar do quarto que fiquei

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Piatt • couple • us
8
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • us
2
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Brian • couple • us
1
Would never stay again
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Very dirty and unkept holes in sheets … toilet seat not even tightened down… smelled awful…. Mold in tub

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Hayley • solo_traveller • us
1
Pros:

Nothing it was dirty and things were broke including the lock on the door

Cons:

Everything had to ask for towels they got rid of breakfast

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Darrell Scott • family_with_children • us
1
This property should be closed down for good looks as if a lot of drug dealers users a lot of traffic of all types not a
Pros:

Location close to the expressway

Cons:

The rooms were terrible holes in the walls.walls were dirty smells as cigarette smoke paint chips falling off the bathroom ceiling very uncomfortable and unsafe.the hotel room has bedbugs.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Craig • solo_traveller • us
3
Below par
Pros:

The location, price and soap in the shower. The air conditioner worked really well with good control variation.

Cons:

The room was dirty, the hair dryer was really dirty and didn't work and the bed constantly squeaked and the mattress was too soft.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Ware • solo_traveller • us
1
Cons:

I didn't like that.It was here on a bathroom toilet floor trash on the floor bugs on the floor my bed was dusty and dirty

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Willie • couple • us
1
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Erin • couple • us
8
Pros:

Room was great!

Cons:

Outside area had trash.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Chelsea • couple • us
1
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee