So far downtown has treated me very well. I am also set for the Polaris area which looks to be promising. I have also heard really good things about Easton. As far as the exact hotels go in my experience anything about a three star is safe and discreet.

Best wishes on your Columbus tour!

The Polaris Mall area (off I71 on the north side of town) and Dublin (northwest side of town) are good areas. They both have many 3 star and better hotels and many restaurant choices. To me, Polaris is preferred. It is easier to get around and there are more restaurant choices in a smaller geographical area.

Your amazing ...I will be seeing you.
 

Yes please! Looking forward to it.

After Columbus, head 2 hours North and visit us in Cleveland.  Great Restaurant Scene, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and check out a Cavs Game.

that we don't have to go thru the hotel lobby in order to come to your room, if privacy is your priority concern. I've visited a couple of ladies over there, and it was going well!  
   
btw, we all laugh when you say Columbus is a big city Let's put it this way: it is the smallest among all cities, or it is the biggest among all towns.