Columbus, a bustling metropolis in the state of Ohio, USA, is known for its diverse culture. Visit this city to explore many urban entertainment spaces such as the Columbus Museum of Art, LEGOLAND Discovery Center Columbus, and Ohio History Center. If you’re into outdoor fun, you can visit Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and ZipZone Outdoor Adventures. Whatever your choice is, rest assured that the state capital of Ohio, Columbus, will provide plenty of options to have fun. So, plan a quick, short trip to this city and arrange your stay ahead of time to avoid any last-minute hiccups. Check out this list of the top short-term rentals in Columbus, Ohio, which are near exciting attractions and come with great discounts.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, decor, availability of dates, and short-term stay rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Gorgeous penthouse with rooftop patios
Nothing compares to the relaxing ambiance inside this gorgeous penthouse. It is spacious and occupies the third and fourth floors of the building. It has a rooftop with an outdoor living space and a dining area, ideal for large groups or families. This penthouse has hardwood flooring and its walls are adorned with different local artworks, making the place even cozier. Guests will have to enter this penthouse through a stairwell shared by the other tenants.
Parties are strictly prohibited, and the owner does not usually allow local guests. Feel free to extend your stay because an 18% weekly discount is available, but keep in mind that booking here requires a minimum of 2 nights’ stay.
Columbus, Ohio, United StatesAccommodates: 4
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gorgeous views at sunrise and sunset quiet and cozyone of the best airbnbs i’ve stayed in…and definitely the most thoughtful amenities and kitchen suppliesnice apartment outside downtown columbusvery homey cute apartment within walking distance of coffee shops restaurants cosi and the scioto milevery cool local art on all the walls and kitchen had everything we could needCleanliness:
very clean with nice rooftopsit was very clean and well maintainedthe space is clean and beautifulthe actual unit was impeccably clean and stylishalso the house was clean all of it everywhere clean and we are a keen eyed bunchHost:
the host was welcoming and clearkate was the absolute best most accommodating hostkate is a great host and communicated well before and during our staykate is a wonderful host the condo is very comfortable and spaciouskate was lovely-- very responsive and kindRead more reviewsLocation:
close to downtown and easy parkingthe location is good and there are great places to eat within walking distancethe location was great and felt very safeclose to downtown and the scioto mile walking distance to great restaurants pubs and coffeeit was also a short walk away from two very cool breweries
2. Carriage house with spacious backyard (from USD 122)
You’ll love staying in this 79.0-sq m (850.0-sq. ft.) carriage house in an Italian Village. It has a private entryway that separates it from the main house. It is compact in appearance but provides ample space for a comfortable stay. It has a minimalist interior with a few tasteful paintings on the walls to add some color to the place. If you want fresh air, you can go to the balcony. You can also have fun with your family in the spacious and green backyard.
Note that a 2-night minimum rental is required, and you may enjoy a discount of 15% on weekly bookings.
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very comfortable furniture & great amenities close to lots of restaurants)the apartment is beautifully designed with upscale finishesCleanliness:
absolutely beautiful clean and comfortableit’s a nice and clean placethis loft was beautiful and extremely cleanthe apartment was so comfortable clean and exactly as describedit’s immaculately clean bed was comfyHost:
the owners are very responsive and kind and take excellent care of their guests and their propertywe had an awesome stay and rob was extremely helpful and communicativei absolutely adored this location the hosts were extremely welcoming and hospitableRead more reviewsLocation:
location is perfect toobeautiful and great locationthe location was great as well within walking distance to a few places to eatit's in a great location within walking distance to many cool placesthe location is the perfect to easily walk around italian village and the short north
3. Affordable apartment with parking (from USD 90)
If you’re looking for a homey place near the Short North Arts District of Columbus, then this property might interest you. Rent this affordable apartment in a triplex building and enjoy the entire space to yourself. The apartment has a spacious living area that can be utilized to spend a lazy afternoon watching TV. Free parking is available onsite for the tenants.
If you stay for more than 7 days, you will get a 21% weekly discount on the rental charges.
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well-provided amenities in a beautiful apartmentthe apartment is much larger than we had expected and enjoyed our stay therethe bed is super comfyCleanliness:
this is a great apartment that is very clean and spaciousthe apartment was just as described - it was clean and comfortable and there was plenty of roomit could not have been better--clean and safe conveniently located with parking and lightning fast communicationvery clean and nice plus a short walk to plenty of bars and restaurants on high streetit is clean safe and close to everythingHost:
anton was quick to respond to questions and a great hostanton is a great hostanton was very responsive to any requestsanton is a great host and responsive to any requests you may haveand anton was a great host and very responsive to any and all questions that i hadRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is excellentwonderful location in a beautiful apartmentgreat location-super close to n high streetgreat place in a great locationgreat location and very nice place
4. Remodeled carriage house with workstation
Take advantage of this remodeled carriage house in the center of Harrison West. It has a contemporary design with white walls and wood embellishments, providing a fresh vibe inside the house. Guests who cannot escape work will be relieved to find a dedicated workstation. There is also a well-equipped kitchen so that you can prepare your meals.
Guests are required to book a minimum stay of 2 nights and get a 15% discount on weekly stays.
Columbus, Ohio, United StatesSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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we worked during our stay and appreciated the excellent wifi connectionthe hideaway was such a treat stylish and beyond comfortable with so many thoughtful amenities that surprised usthe hideaway is cozy comfortable and had everything we needed for our stayit’s one of the rare airbnbs where both the bed and couch are comfortableally even decorated the living room super cute for christmas and put up a treeCleanliness:
very clean spacious and comfortablevery clean and tidy would definitely stay there againeverything is clean and spotless and the entire hideaway is cozy and quietit was well appointed and very cleanthe place was incredibly clean comfortable and modernHost:
ally was the absolute best hostally was a great hostally is a wonderful hostally was such a superb hostally is very responsive and super helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was great for usamazing airbnb in a good downtown locationabsolutely loved our stay at this cute little placehouse is in great location to walk to food and drinksthe hideaway is a gem the location is perfect and close to everything
5. Lovely two-storey apartment with private patio (from USD 90)
If you’re a nature lover, this apartment in South Clintonville is the one. It has a gorgeous private decked patio amid ravine greenery where you can spot birds and other wildlife if you get lucky. This apartment has a fully equipped kitchen on the first floor. Besides the kitchen, a bedroom with one queen-size bed, a bathroom, and a living room with comfortable furnishings is situated on the first floor of the apartment.
Parking is available for one car. A 3-night minimum rental is required for booking, and a 13% discount applies to rentals exceeding 7 days.
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cozy apt with a great view of the ravine in the backcozy safe within walking distance of great coffee shops and restaurantsshes a nice host and had supplied basic amenities in the apartment which was a nice touchevery drawer and cabinet were labeled and instructions for apartment and local tips were easily accessiblea very nice two-floor airbnb with cozy couchesCleanliness:
clean cozy and convenient to osunancy’s place is an older apartment but clean and nicely decoratednancy’s air b&b was very clean and was so much nicer than getting a roomHost:
lovely time great place wonderful hostnancy is a very welcoming hostnancy is a wonderful host who makes sure you have everything to make your stay easy and comfya good value and pleasant hostnancy is one of the best host’s i’ve encounteredRead more reviewsLocation:
nancy’s place is absolute perfectionit's close to a beautiful ravine great for a morning jog- and pretty close to osuthe location with the ravine almost literally out the door was really wonderfulvery well appointed apartment and in a great locationthe location makes it easy to get wherever you want to go and there are grocery/gas/drugstores very close
6. Art at 185 (from USD 86)
Experience living in an artistic studio apartment by renting Art at 185 in a historic German village. This accommodation is quite spacious on the inside and is filled with appealing artwork by local artists. It also has a comfortable living area, ideal for hangouts. The presence of a fully equipped kitchen makes preparing meals easier. Parking is available on-site for guests.
Guests looking for an extended stay can avail of a 15% weekly discount.
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bed was comfortable and the couch toohas everything you need in the kitchen including keurig and k cups which i very much appreciatedCleanliness:
everything was clean and as advertised with art available for purchase on the wallsclean comfortable space with everything you needawesome walkable neighborhood comfy bed clean and cozythe place was very clean and we enjoyed our staythe studio is clean decorated nicely and it hasn’t been the first time i’ve stayedHost:
very nice place and accommodating hostalso hats off to the host marty she is excellentit had everything we needed and the host were greatcheck-in and communication were easy and marty was an accommodating hostRead more reviewsLocation:
good location for a stay in german villagea great place in the awesome neighborhood of german villagegreat location for walking and exploring german village and a short drive from everything elsethis is such a cute place to stayit is a perfect place in a perfect location
7. Cozy suite surrounded by a woodland park (from USD 100)
Make the most of your visit to Columbus by staying at this cozy suite in Woodland Park, considered to be the first suburb in the city. This suite is on the third floor of the building with a combined living area, bedroom, dining space, and kitchen. It also has a private bathroom and a separate laundry room. A private entry directly leads you to the third floor, but you can also use the main door to enter to the suite. Street parking is available for guests.
A minimum of a 6-night stay is required. If you stay for more than 7 days, you will get a 45% weekly discount.
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this place is amazing and so cozy with all the amenities you could needamazing it was a cozy space with awesome amenitiesthe space is so cozy and comfortable we especially loved the fancy shower and updated kitchenCleanliness:
everything was clean plenty of towels clean linensso clean and beautifully decoratedvery clean and positively wonderful experiencetheir 3rd-floor loft apartment is clean well maintained and comfortableit's clean comfortable and has everything that you would needHost:
the hosts were friendly and accommodatingthe hosts were very gracious and welcominggreat place and great hostthe hosts were fantastic quick to respondbonus: we loved saying hi to their friendly dogs each morningRead more reviewsLocation:
i also loved being close to the park to go for runsquiet charming neighborhood and not a far drive from most places you’d likely want to goa nice place to walk aroundalso walking around the neighborhood and looking at all of the other houses it’s really interestingit is such a beautiful area to be in and everything you need is so close
8. Classic townhouse with attic (from USD 223)
This classic 120.8-sq m (1300.0-sq.ft.) townhouse will take you back in time with its vintage interior design. It also offers a good mix of contemporary styles, which makes the home more visually appealing. It has spacious rooms, ideal for large groups. If you want to relax privately, you can dip in the classic bathtub or chill out in the entertainment area with a comfy sofa in the attic. This townhouse is also filled with cabinets and organizers, perfect for guests who want to keep things in order.
Guests are required to book their stay for a minimum of 2 nights and they get a 10% weekly discount.
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i had followed @beginninginthemiddle for years and am a huge fanthe stay was extremely comfortable and modernthe bed was super comfy and we loved watching tv in the cozy loftCleanliness:
everything was very clean and nicely decoratedcatherine & bryans place is incredibly stylish very clean and comfortablecomfy beds and clean will definitely want to stay here againthe space was incredibly cleanwe had a great stay it was very clean and had everything we needed definitely recommendHost:
hosts are very responsive and helpfulsuper easy going + communicative hostscatherine is really responsive to questionscatherine & bryan are the most thoughtful gracious hostexcellent and kind hosts kept in touch with relevant details during our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location in a quaint neighborhoodgreat location with many restaurants and shops in walking distancewe would recommend this location for your next trip to german villagethe location is perfect as wellcatherine and bryan’s place is lovely and really well located in adorable german village
9. Luxury suite with spacious balcony
Nothing beats a relaxing stay at a place with everything you need for a short trip. If you’re looking for something like that, rent this luxurious suite which is only five minutes from downtown Columbus. It has a spacious living room with a comfortable white sofa. This apartment also has a well-equipped kitchen. Staying here includes free gym access and a complimentary Starbucks coffee machine. Parking is available.
Note that parties or any gathering is strictly prohibited, and the owner offers a 17% weekly discount.
Columbus, Ohio, United StatesAccommodates: 3
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the apartment complex has a great coffee bar and lounge areagarage is plus nice bed 2 towels we didn't use kitchen it's plenty of breakfast coffee lunch dinner restaurantsthe bed was super comfyCleanliness:
very clean and modernit was extremely clean and the bed was super comfortablefantastic unit clean and convenient to everything in short northclean comfortable and spacious loved watching tv in the living areaHost:
definitely will try different locations from the same hostthe host has extra travel tooth brush and tooth paste as well as good body washthis was a really convenient area and he was very responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and place to stay quiet n relaxingvery nice place and everything is super close will definitely be back soon
Enjoy discounted rentals for your short trip in Columbus, Ohio
Finding short-term rentals with great discounts could be tough. But Columbus, Ohio, offers many discounted accommodations for a short vacation, helping you utilize your money to visit attractions in the region. Rent any of the above-listed short-term rentals to experience a great deal for your accommodation.
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