Axel's take: 7.8/10
A practical Easton base with friendly staff, but uneven upkeep. a no-frills, limited-service chain hotel near Easton Town Center, scored for what it is.
This is a no-frills Holiday Inn Express & Suites, and we'd consider it a good pick for a short Easton shopping trip or work stay. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise welcoming staff, clean rooms and a substantial breakfast. Breakfast, parking and Wi-Fi are included, giving it a useful edge for travelers who want the basics covered rather than full-service extras.
The trade-off is consistency: alongside plenty of satisfied guests, recent reviews describe worn carpets, faulty room equipment and occasional housekeeping misses. Some guests also report parking-lot vehicle break-ins; we'd leave nothing in the car. Easton is nearby, but this is better treated as a driving base than a walk-everywhere stay, and IHG confirms there is no shuttle. We'd skip it if polished rooms or a car-free shopping weekend are priorities.
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Best for: Easton shoppers with a car; short business stays; families wanting breakfast included
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Watch out for: uneven room upkeep; guest reports of vehicle break-ins; no airport or local shuttle
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Location: Convenient for Easton shopping and dining; better suited to driving than walking.
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Rooms: Guests often like the room size and comfort, but worn carpets and equipment faults recur.
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Cleanliness: Mostly positive recent feedback, with occasional significant housekeeping misses.
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Service: Friendly front-desk and breakfast staff are the most consistent strengths across sites.
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Amenities: Free hot breakfast, indoor heated pool, 24-hour gym and Wi-Fi; no full-service restaurant.
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Fees and surprises: Parking is complimentary; check-in starts at 4 p.m., and no shuttle is provided.
Axel's opinion of Holiday Inn Express Columbus - Easton, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com · en.planetofhotels.com. Reviewed Oct 15, 2026.