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Candlewood Suites Polaris by IHG

2.5 star property

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Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Property amenity
Indoor spa tub
Property entrance
Interior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is $103
$89 nightly
$103 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29

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

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Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

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

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Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

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Room amenity

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

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Studio Suite | Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite

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

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Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

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Room amenity

Studio Suite, 2 Double Beds

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

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Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

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Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

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Room amenity

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

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Room amenity

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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  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
3.6 out of 5, Good, 1,011 reviews
$79 nightly
The price is $92
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Total with taxes and fees
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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 Ohio State University and Ohio Stadium. .This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Polaris Fashion Place and 8.9 mi (14.4 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 along with free local calls (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, and housekeeping is provided weekly.
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

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. 439 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 69 out of 1000 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

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
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10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything nice and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Ciara

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious rooms. Clean. Couple restaurants across street.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, staff were very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adrien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hôtel was quiet, good equipment
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Erin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Filthy bathroom, pubic hair in towels, something on a pillowcases
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

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

8/10 Good

Tawnya

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

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

4/10 Poor

Michael

We walked in the main lobby and it immediately smelled like weed. Had we not prepaid, we would’ve turned around and walked out. The location is excellent. Right off the interstate with tons of restaurants and shops around. But there are lots of other hotels there that probably don’t smell like a Grateful Dead concert. It’s an extended stay hotel, so probably should’ve been a sign that people live there and feel more comfortable doing recreational habits.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My only problem was my key didn’t work the second nite and I had to drive back around from the back parking and wait over 25 mins for the clerk to come back to the desk to fix my key, he left nothing saying he had left the desk and it was 1:30am and I was exhausted and just wanted to go to bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay, convenient, affordable and spacious
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location with restaurants and stores
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

kyisha

I usually stay here when in Columbus our room did not have the amount of towels and things we needed and the dish washer was full of dirty dishes from the previous stay. Room was not as clean as it should be with crumbs under the table and and the room did not look vacuumed or swept.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The kitchenette was a big help for our week long stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darrion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love everything that surrounding the hotel with plenty restaurants and other great shopping
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Takisha

Liked: Amenities
Nice hotel, location is great. Hotel could be cleaner.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
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6/10 Okay

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness
The rooms are a little outdated no USB to hook up electronics, the side walks were covered with snow no safe place to walk. Whoever did the plowing did a horrible job couldn’t park close because they used the close parking spots to store the snow bank
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nakita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is nice and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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4/10 Poor

Lucinda

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and room was dirty. Also, there were uneven floors by the air conditioner (possible water damage). The parking lot had very limited parking and not well lit, which is likely why it a prime spot for car break-ins here lately, which made me feel unsafe to stay. Thankfully, once I addressed my concerns, the hotel did refund me my money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking is easy lots of places to eat at and close by for shopping
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022