Originally published 4/18/17. Updated 8/22/19.
There is something about staying in a quaint little bed and breakfast that makes for the perfect weekend.
Between the food and the ambiance, a bed and breakfast can be the best way to kick back and recover from the workweek. But sadly, we don’t all have tons of vacation days laying around.
Well, good news. You don’t have to take a whole week off to enjoy a little getaway. Here are 15 bed and breakfasts all within an hour’s drive, and we’ve ranked them by price from low to high.
The Lily Stone Bed and Breakfast | Gahanna
Price per night: starting at $100
Distance from Downtown Columbus: 9 miles
Run by the Gahanna Historical Society, this B&B is within walking distance of downtown Olde Gahanna. It’s a short drive from the airport so it makes a cozy place for out-of-towners to hunker down for a night or two.
The Historical Buxton Inn | Granville
Price per night: starting around $114
Distance from Downtown Columbus: 35 miles
Ohio’s longest operating inn and tavern, the Buxton Inn opened in 1812. When you stay at the Buxton Inn, you’re staying in a bit of history. Famous former patrons include President William H. Harrison, who was the first of three presidents to stay at the inn.
50 Lincoln Short North Bed and Breakfast | Short North
Price per night: starting at $129
Distance from Downtown Columbus: 1.5 miles
50 Lincoln Short North Bed and Breakfast received a Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence in 2016. The B&B is in the heart of the Short North which grants visitors easy access to everything the Arts District has to offer. Check into 50 Lincoln and then hit up the shops, restaurants, and bars.
Granville Inn | Granville
Price per night: starting at $131
Distance from Downtown Columbus: 35 miles
The Granville Inn looks like something out of a movie. A very castle-like B&B, the Granville Inn is a remarkable place to stay or host an event. This bed and breakfast is on the larger side and offers 36 guest rooms and 3 suites for visitors to enjoy. The inn is located in Granville near all the shops and places to eat that you could ever need.
Emma’s Bed & Breakfast | Springfield
Price per night: starting at $132
Distance from Downtown Columbus: 41 miles
This old farmhouse was originally build in 1833, and is a less than 40 minute drive from Columbus. Check into the B&B and take a walk on the walking trails around the house, visit the salon and spa, or head out for a tour of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Wescott House.
Winter St. Inn | Delaware
Price per night: starting at $135
Distance from Downtown Columbus: 26 miles
Nestled in the heart of Downtown Delaware, this charming inn perfectly captures its 143-year history. The B&B is just north of Columbus, making it the perfect getaway. Enjoy the shops and restaurants in Delaware or spend your time relaxing around the Inn.
Orchard House Bed and Breakfast | Granville
Price per night: starting at $135
Distance from Downtown Columbus: 32 miles
Voted one of the top three inns in the state by the Ohio Hotel and Lodging Association, Orchard House will give you a rustic farmhouse feel, with all the luxuries you could need. With amenities such as complementary Lulu & Max locally made skin care, different stay packages, and a stunning, wooded outdoor wedding chapel, the Orchard House is well worth a visit.
Harrison House Bed and Breakfast | Harrison West
Price per night: starting at $139
Distance from Downtown Columbus: 3 miles
The Harrison House is tucked away in the Harrison West neighborhood. According to their website, the B&B has “the charm of an era gone-by with all the comforts and conveniences of modern times.” It’s pretty close to OSU campus and would be a great place for visiting family of students to book a room. Plus, it’s a getaway without having to go very far at all!
Hawthorne Park | Woodland Park
Price per night: starting at $139
Distance from Downtown Columbus 2 miles
Looking for a peaceful retreat near some of Columbus’s most visited attractions? Hawthorne Park is the place for you. This beautiful bed and breakfast was completely renovated in 2012, and the attention to detail is amazing. Enjoy a handcrafted breakfast before setting out to explore the city. You can start at Franklin Park Conservatory, which is just a short walk from the b&b.
Timbrook Guesthouse | Antrim Park
Price per night: starting at $159
Distance from Downtown Columbus: 11 miles
The list of amazing amenities at the Timbrook Guesthouse is a long one. Some of them include a hot soaking spa, a pool, an orchid green house, a tropical aviary, and cozy common rooms. Another perk is the B&B’s proximity to Antrim Park. You can walk a couple laps around the lake to work off all the delicious food you’ll be guzzling down at Timbrook.
Castle Inn Bed & Breakfast | Circleville
Price per night: starting at $159
Distance from Downtown Columbus: 30 miles
Who knew that you could feel like royalty by driving less than 45 minutes to this regal inn? The castle was built in 1895 by Samuel Ruggles. Today, it offers all the modern admenities that you could hope for iand each room is unique. The last Friday of the month, the Castle Inn B&B offers “Central Ohio’s Best Murder Mystery.”
Bexley Bed and Breakfast | Bexley
Price per night: starting at $179
Distance from Downtown Columbus: 4 miles
A short walk to Main Street in downtown Bexley, the Bexley B&B has a sweet location. It is a wonderful place for the family of Capital University to stay when they come to visit. You can practically see the Drexel Theatre and Graeter’s Ice Cream from the front porch. What’s not to like?
German Village Guest House
Price per night: starting at $184
Distance from Downtown Columbus: 1.5 miles
The German Village Guest House has been awarded the Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence several times. Settled in the heart of German Village, the B&B is a short walk away from local favorites like Schmidt’s Sausage Haus and Barcelona. The German Village Guest House offers a wide variety of guest rooms and suites.
Victorian Village Guest House
| Victorian Village
Price per night: $162/night (average)
Distance from Downtown Columbus: 2.5 miles
A home away from home, this B&B provides guests with plush bath linens and spa robes, European bath amenities, and a fully outfitted kitchen equipt with coffee and premium teas. Live like a local and kick your feet up at the Victorian Village Guest House.
The Welsh Hills Inn | Granville
Price per night: starting at $219
Distance from Downtown Columbus: 40 miles
The Welsh Hills Inn in sits on 15 acre of historic farmland in Granville, Ohio. Aside from the luxorious rooms, the inn offers ammenities such as a heated pool and courtyard gardens with gorgeous views the countryside. The inn is only a 10 minute drive from the center of Granville.
