Cincinnati has a wonderful selection of places to go, things to see and fun activities to do. But sometimes you just want to get out of town for the weekend and try something different. Columbus, Ohio is but an hour and a half away and one of the newest hot spots to hit there is Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph.
Located in the heart of the Short North—Columbus’s arts and entertainment district—Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph is steps away from unique shopping, endless dining options, and the contagious energy of High Street. Relax and rejuvenate in one of their 135 artfully-designed guest rooms and suites that have been designed to captivate all senses or take advantage of the hotel’s private spa suites, which are idyllic settings for refreshing mind, body, and spirit with pampering spa treatments. When you get hungry, your curiosities and palates will be stimulated by refined cuisine prepared with the freshest ingredients at The Guild House, their signature farm-to-table restaurant.
Guests can start their day with the hotel’s Signature Breakfast, and enjoy traditional café classics enlivened with a modern twist. Along with complementary Eye Openers (fun drinks with a “destination” flair,” , these distinctive offerings awaken the senses with an infusion of local flavors. Le Méridien Hub, their innovative hotel lobby concept, is a coffeehouse-style gathering place for creative minds. Enjoy an illy espresso crafted by a Master Barista, or indulge in an éclair while discovering a playlist curated by French bossa nova band “Nouvelle Vague.”
Le Méridien’s Unlock Art™ program is the most unique feature of the hotel. Your keycard unlocks more than just doors; they have partnerships that provide access to leading contemporary culture centers in every destination they are in. This offers a special opportunity to see art and culture in the Le Méridien location you are in, with just the swipe of a card. In Columbus, that means access to the Pizzuti Collection, presented by a nonprofit organization showing temporary exhibitions of contemporary art from the collection of Ron and Ann Pizzuti.
After a day of exploration and excitement, join other guests in the evening for Le Méridien Sparkling, a cocktail ceremony inspired by the traditional European aperitif hour.
While Cincinnati is certainly THE place to be, there’s nothing wrong with a little out-of-town adventure. Head north to Columbus and experience Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph.