Hotels near John Glenn Columbus International cluster along International Gateway, Sawyer Road, and Airport Drive — most within a 2- to 6-minute drive of the terminal, several with free airport shuttles. Whether you need a bed before an early flight, a full-service base for a business trip, or an extended stay with a kitchen, here’s what’s closest and what each one offers. (Looking specifically for shuttle service? See our CMH hotels with free shuttle guide.)
Closest to the Terminal
- Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus Airport (4294 International Gateway) – About half a mile from the terminal per Marriott, with a free airport shuttle. Studio and one-bedroom suites with full kitchens, free hot breakfast (reported weekdays 6:30–9 a.m., weekends 7–9 a.m.), indoor pool, and free Wi-Fi. The strongest pick for early flights and longer stays.
- Hampton Inn Columbus-Airport (4280 International Gateway) – On airport grounds with a free shuttle to and from the terminal. Free hot breakfast, free Wi-Fi, outdoor pool, fitness center, pet-friendly rooms, and free on-site parking (no parking after checkout). Seven miles from downtown Columbus.
- Hilton Garden Inn Columbus Airport (4265 Sawyer Rd) – About a quarter mile from the terminal, within the airport complex, with a 24-hour complimentary airport shuttle — the best option if your flight is at an odd hour. On-site restaurant, pool, and fitness center.
Best Full-Service Option
- Columbus Airport Marriott (1375 N Cassady Ave) – About 2.7 miles (roughly a 4-minute drive) from the airport, with a free shuttle during limited hours — confirm the schedule when booking. 237 rooms, the RiverCity Grille restaurant (breakfast, lunch, dinner), bar/lounge, 24-hour fitness center, and room service. The most “real hotel” of the airport options for business travelers.
Best for Business Travelers
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Airport (2886 Airport Dr) – All two-room suites with living room and private bedroom, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast, nightly manager’s reception with drinks and snacks, indoor pool, and a complimentary airport shuttle. Over 12,000 sq ft of meeting space makes it the business-event pick near CMH.
- Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Airport (2901 Airport Dr) – Shuttle service to the airport, free Wi-Fi, on-site restaurant, fitness center, and business center. A solid mid-range business choice minutes from the terminal.
- SpringHill Suites Columbus Airport (Gahanna) – All-suite hotel a few minutes from CMH with free breakfast and a free airport shuttle. Good value for business travelers who want a suite.
Extended Stay Near CMH
- Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus Airport – The extended-stay specialist: full kitchens, separate living areas, and free breakfast make multi-night stays comfortable.
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Airport – Two-room suites with sofa sleepers, microwaves, and mini-fridges work well for longer trips without a full kitchen.
Budget-Friendly Options
- Tru by Hilton Columbus Airport (2845 Airport Dr) – About two miles from the terminal with a complimentary airport shuttle, free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Modern, bright, and typically the lowest-priced of the Hilton airport options.
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport – Free breakfast buffet, free roundtrip airport shuttle, indoor pool, and free self-parking. Guest reviews consistently praise the staff and location.
Note: we don’t list prices here because hotel rates change daily — check the hotel’s own site or a booking platform for your dates.
Tips for Choosing the Right Airport Hotel
- Confirm shuttle hours before booking. “Free shuttle” doesn’t always mean 24-hour — the Columbus Airport Marriott’s shuttle, for example, runs limited hours. If you have a 5 a.m. departure, the Hilton Garden Inn’s 24-hour shuttle or a rideshare is safer.
- Distance is measured in minutes, not miles. Everything listed here is within about a 6-minute drive of the terminal; traffic near the airport is rarely the issue — shuttle scheduling is.
- Easton Town Center is close. Several of these hotels are 4–6 miles from Easton, Columbus’s big outdoor shopping and dining district — useful if your layover turns into an overnight.
- Getting to the airport from your hotel: our CMH transportation guide covers Uber/Lyft, COTA buses, and rental cars as alternatives.
Keep planning: Columbus Airport Guide for every CMH guide in one place
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