Columbus Hotel Named Best in Ohio by 'U.S. News & World Report'

Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph claims top spot in state rankings

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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A local hotel, Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph, has been named the best hotel in Ohio by U.S. News & World Report in their 2026 list of the Best Hotels in the USA. The publication praised the hotel's comfortable beds, tasty on-site dining, and exceptionally hospitable staff.

Why it matters

This recognition from a prominent national publication is a significant achievement for the hotel and highlights Columbus as a top travel destination. It could lead to increased tourism and economic activity for the city.

The details

According to the U.S. News & World Report list, Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph received a 4 out of 5 star rating and was ranked the 519th best hotel in the country. The list includes a total of 30,000 hotels. Three other Columbus hotels - Hotel LeVeque, The Junto, and Hilton Columbus Downtown - were also named in the state's top 10 best hotels.

  • U.S. News & World Report unveiled its list of the Best Hotels in the USA for 2026 last week.

The players

Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph

A local hotel in Columbus, Ohio that was named the best hotel in the state by U.S. News & World Report.

U.S. News & World Report

A prominent national publication that released its annual list of the Best Hotels in the USA for 2026.

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The takeaway

This recognition from a major national publication highlights Columbus as a top travel destination and could lead to increased tourism and economic activity for the city. It demonstrates the high quality of hospitality offerings in the city.