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Candlewood Suites Polaris by IHG

2.5 star property

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a TV, and a door leading to a bathroom.
A compact hotel kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, sink, and microwave.
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, TV, and a small table.
Indoor spa tub
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a kitchen counter.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is $99
$85 nightly
$99 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10

Explore the area

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8515 Lyra Dr, Columbus, OH, 43240
  • Place, Magic Mountain Fun Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Polaris Fashion Place
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Topgolf
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobil, Access Shower)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small kitchenette, and a door leading to another room.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobil, Access Shower)

  • City view
  • 525 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Studio Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 376 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications, Mobility, Access Tub)

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a kitchen counter.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications, Mobility, Access Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio Suite

A bed with white bedding and pillows against a wooden headboard.

Studio Suite

  • City view
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobility, Access Tub)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small kitchenette, and a door leading to another room.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobility, Access Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio Suite, 2 Double Beds

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Studio Suite, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • City view
  • 376 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)
  • City view
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a large island, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • City view
  • 525 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small kitchenette, and a door leading to another room.

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a kitchen counter.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a kitchen counter.

Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Columbus

With a stay at Candlewood Suites Polaris by IHG in Columbus (Polaris), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Easton Town Center and Ohio State University. .This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Polaris Fashion Place and 9 mi (14.5 km) from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • Magic Mountain Fun Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Polaris Fashion Place - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sharon Woods Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Cinemark Polaris 18 - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Topgolf - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dave & Buster's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Molly Woo's - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Candlewood Suites Polaris by IHG

Candlewood Suites Polaris by IHG offers 122 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision.

Make yourself at home in one of the 122 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, and LED televisions with cable programming provide entertainment. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a picnic area.
Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Candlewood Suites Polaris by IHG.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2006
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total (up to 79 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation (varies based on length of 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 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards

We should mention

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Candlewood Polaris
Candlewood Suites Polaris
Candlewood Suites Polaris Columbus
Candlewood Suites Polaris Hotel
Candlewood Suites Polaris Hotel Columbus
Candlewood Columbus
Candlewood Suites Polaris Columbus, Ohio
Columbus Candlewood Suites
Candlewood Suites Polaris Aparthotel Columbus
Candlewood Suites Polaris Aparthotel
Candlewood Suites Columbus

Candlewood Suites Polaris by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 443 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 69 out of 1004 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heavenly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hot tub was amazing, and the staff was great and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Flo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The suite was clean and ready. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything nice and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tanner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room was above and beyond what i expected and at a great price. great room for a traveler to relax, cook if wanted rather than having fast food and felt very homey.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was cool and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great welcoming staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ciara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent hotel, nice hot tub
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Christina

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was clean. Okay stay for a quick business trip. You get what you pay for
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Than you I had a great stay
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Check in was easy. Room smelled musty, could’ve been worse. Good enough for the price
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub is nice and hot. Rebecca is always friendly with a greeting and she really tries to get to know the customers. Awesome service.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ramil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Laundry is accessible
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
My stay was great. Ciera was the best. My only complaint is there is no breakfast and no alcohol to purchase.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was very clean and comfortable. The young man, Garrett, at the front desk was polite, courteous and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, staff were very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hôtel was quiet, good equipment
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious rooms. Clean. Couple restaurants across street.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Free laundry room, how to be in pool kind and friendly staff always on duty. A transformer blew up and caught fire outside of the hotel, and they had the electricity back on within hours and everything else back on by the next day I stay at lot of hotels I come to Ohio for work five days a week. This is by far one of the best hotels I’ve stayed
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brenda

A bit overpriced was clean but very dated and furniture was scared and cracked
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay, great price and solid location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Jenna

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room smelled terrible. Terrible experience. Was charged way too much for that bad room won't be staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had a full size refrigerator staff was great and was very pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tawnya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025