KEMBA Live! is located in the Columbus Arena District, 1.5 miles north of downtown Columbus. The venue has had several names over the years including EXPRESS LIVE!, LC Pavilion, and Lifestyle Community Pavilion.
Address: 405 Neil Avenue,
Columbus,
OH43215Zoom in (+) to see interstate exits, restaurants, and other attractions near hotels.
"Comfortable room and excellent service. The staff was wonderful. Good food and drinks. Try to Short North Market for lunch, and the Howl at the Moon dueling piano bar in the evening for a great time singing and dancing.2023-11-23"
"Fabulous location. Everything was clean, and the hotel staff was super helpful and courteous.2019-04-29"
"The hotel room was clean and beautiful, and the room was clean. I appreciated the walkway to the convention center. The valet attendants were awesome; take advantage of the service.2018-03-31"
"The hotel room was spacious, contemporary, and clean. Only valet parking available. 2023-09-12"
"Clean hotel with pleasant personnel. Valet parking right in front.2023-01-15"
"I had a wonderful stay. The hotel was within walking distance of everything downtown. Our bed was so comfortable. The staff was friendly, and the valet was extremely helpful with directions. We'll definitely be back.2018-04-23"
"A clean, beautiful hotel with excellent front desk service. Our room had a spectacular view of Nationwide Arena. We liked the Market Place restaurant, the coffee shop, and the valet service. Just book it.2022-10-09"
"The hotel was expensive, especially considering that it didn't have a pool. The bar area was too busy; I couldn't get served and had to leave to get some food. The breakfast food was cold even at 6:30 AM, but the coffee was OK.2022-05-11"
"Our hotel room had a lovely view. The bedding wasn't changed during our 4-day stay, and the floor wasn't vacuumed. I wasn't impressed.2019-09-16"
Upper-midscale, smoke-free, full-service, downtown hotel
One block from convention center
In downtown Columbus - near Nationwide Arena
12 floors, 377 rooms and suites
No swimming pool
Exercise room
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Free WiFi
Valet parking only - $35 per night
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows dogs up to 25 pounds in designated pet rooms only, 2 dogs per room - $50 per night fee for each dog. - Jan 2021 < Less
"The hotel was beautiful and clean, and the bed was comfortable. The only downside was that the only snacks available were at the welcome desk and weren't appealing. Only water or alcoholic beverages were available.2021-04-21"
"The hotel was clean. My husband and I are in our 70s, and we had trouble walking to the parking lot.2021-05-10"
"The staff and service were great, but I expected nicer amenities than this hotel offered. There was no table in the room, and I didn't like the little package of tissues. Breakfast was disappointing.2019-02-13"
"The front desk clerk wasn't personable and made me feel unwelcome. The beds and pillows were uncomfortable, and the sink hardly drained. There were no available parking spots, so I had to pay to park across the street. Stay at another hotel.2018-11-10"
"Worth a stay, though housekeeping didn't vacuum under the sofa bed, and more blankets for it would've been nice. All the employees were so sweet and helpful. Due to limited parking, we opted for using valet service and recommend it. Wonderful breakfast. We had a pleasant stay. Stay here.2017-04-10"
"The room was comfortable and provided space for me to work. Wonderful hotel staff; they were friendly and helpful. I'd definitely stay here again.2016-05-09"
"Convenient to OSU Hospital. The hotel room was comfortable, and parking was convenient. Food was available.2023-02-09"
"Great hotel stay. The employees were friendly, competent, and helpful.2018-04-09"
"We really enjoyed our stay. The room was comfortable, and the hotel had good amenities. Limited dining choices; you'll have to eat out if you want more than sandwiches.2018-02-05"
"The hotel was convenient to restaurants and nightlife. The clerks were extremely helpful and friendly, and check-in was a breeze.2019-09-16"
"The hotel staff was nice and friendly.2019-01-24"
"The entire place was grimy and worn out. Housekeeping was unacceptable; don't expect a clean room. The hotel clerks were helpful, and the shuttle driver was friendly and accommodating.2018-04-04"
"Nice hotel, and the rates were reasonable. The room was clean, and the staff was friendly and helpful. We had a great stay and would definitely stay again.2024-01-29"
"Close to hospitals and the university. Nice hotel, though I had a couple of issues with housekeeping. I recommend staying here.2022-08-10"
"The hotel room was nice, but the vent was dirty. Everything else was good.2022-04-12"
"Good location, but a train rain behind the property. The motel was affordable, and the bed was comfortable. The AC fan squeaked, and there was fingernail polish spilled on the desk. The employees were rude. The pool was closed. No breakfast. 2022-06-28"
"The motel didn't accept cash as payment.2019-06-18"
"The motel was affordable and close to OSU. The room was clean, and the front desk clerk was friendly.2018-12-16"
"The hotel was great, but I only had decaf coffee in my room.2021-10-13"
"Walk to German Village, some restaurants, and some bars.The room was spacious and clean, and the bed was comfortable. I had a poolside room, and it was really nice to walk out of the room right to the pool. The bed was too high, and the toilet was too low. The hotel staff was kind and helpful. Great breakfast.2021-07-25"
"Great hotel. It was clean and convenient, and the staff was friendly.2019-06-24"
South of Ohio State University - convenient to fairgrounds
6 floors, 126 studio suites
Free shuttle to attractions within 3-mile radius
Heated indoor swimming pool - 24-hour exercise room
24-hour self-serve restaurant
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows dogs only up to 50 pounds - $75 pet fee if staying 6 nights or less - $175 pet fee if staying 7 nights or more. - Feb 2016 < Less
"Clean hotel with professional personnel.2022-10-31"
"The hotel room was clean. No coffee before 6 AM, and breakfast was a joke. No snack or soda vending machines.2021-09-01"
"The room was odd, with a strange partition in the middle and lots of unused space. I didn't like having the sink outside the bathroom, and there was no vent. Good service; the hotel clerk was doing 3 jobs, but still took care of us quickly. 2019-04-24"
"We left the hotel shortly after arrived. The sofa bed had mold all over it, a dead bug attached to the mattress, and there were ants on the floor. Don't stay here.2023-10-22"
"The hotel was nice and clean. The room was spacious, and the beds were comfortable. I'd stay here again.2022-11-14"
"There were flies in the room, and it wasn't that clean. The manager never called me as I requested. Consider another hotel.2022-08-21"
"The hotel was clean, but I didn't like having to pay to park and having to wait for the valet to get my car.2019-07-27"
"All the hotel employees we encountered were nice and helpful. We ate at the Bistro twice, and the service and food were great. Had to pay for valet parking.2018-01-07"
"Great hotel. Staff was friendly. You'll enjoy your stay here.2015-02-19"
"I checked in, went to the room, and checked back out. It was extremely dirty, with stained walls and bugs and cockroaches on the floor and in the beds. It was disgusting. Don't stay at this motel.2022-09-05"
"The motel seemed overpriced. The room wasn't clean, and the shower water wasn't hot.2021-11-01"
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