When is the best time to go to Alton?

The best time to visit Alton is during the spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) months, when the weather is mild and pleasant, making it ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the city. Spring in Alton brings blooming flowers and comfortable temperatures, typically ranging from 15°C to 25°C. This period is superb for enjoying the city's parks, such as Riverfront Park, or taking a scenic boat tour on the Ohio River. Many outdoor events and farmers' markets also begin in spring, offering a chance to experience local culture. Autumn offers similarly agreeable weather, with temperatures usually between 10°C and 20°C, and the added beauty of changing leaf colours. This season is particularly good for visiting the Alton Historical Society Museum or exploring the quaint shops and cafes in the downtown area. The cooler air is also ideal for hiking or cycling along the various trails in the surrounding natural areas. While summer (July to August) can be warm and humid, with temperatures often exceeding 30°C, it's a popular time for water-based activities on the Ohio River.

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A Country Inn & Suites building with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a landscaped front yard.

1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbus West, OH

3.2 km from Alton

Corey

CA $159 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a window with curtains.

2. Best Western Suites

3.3 km from Alton

Nora

CA $170 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern living room with a blue sofa, red armchair, and ottoman, a floor lamp, and a large window with a view of the outside.

3. Comfort Suites Columbus West - Hilliard

3.7 km from Alton

Denise

CA $166 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A Holiday Inn hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

4. Holiday Inn Columbus-Hilliard by IHG

4 km from Alton

Kara

CA $193 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, multiple seating arrangements, and a well-lit ceiling design.

5. Hampton Inn Columbus-West

3.9 km from Alton

Glodi

CA $217 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel with a prominent entrance, a covered area, and a sign with the hotel name.

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus West - Hilliard

4.2 km from Alton

Linda

CA $176 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, television, and a window with curtains.

7. Super 8 by Wyndham Columbus West

3.1 km from Alton

John

CA $123 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel lobby with sofas, chairs, a bar area, and a reception desk.

8. Hollywood Casino & Hotel Columbus

5.6 km from Alton

Mckinsie

CA $209 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with a large bed, a small table, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

9. Motel 6 Columbus, OH - West

3.8 km from Alton

Tina

CA $117 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'avid' sign, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

10. avid hotel Columbus Northwest - Hilliard by IHG

9.9 km from Alton

Niki

CA $166 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, a small table, a lamp, and a kitchenette area.

11. The Columbus Hilliard Hotel

7.2 km from Alton

Nancy

CA $206 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A Best Western hotel with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

12. Best Western Hilliard Inn & Suites

10.1 km from Alton

Donald

CA $171 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

13. Holiday Inn Express Columbus-Dublin by IHG

14.1 km from Alton

Casandra

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a lifeguard chair.

14. Comfort Suites Grove City - Columbus South

13 km from Alton

Michael

CA $160 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a desk, an air conditioner, a window with curtains, and a bathroom with a bathtub and towel rack.

15. Hampton Inn Columbus-South

13.4 km from Alton

Danielle

CA $162 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A hotel room with two beds, a red chair, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

16. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Grove City

13.6 km from Alton

Bridillio

CA $196 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a mix of brick and glass facades, and a prominent signage for 'Townplace Suites by Marriott'.

17. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbus North - OSU

12 km from Alton

Danielle

CA $205 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa and armchairs, and a dining area in the background.

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Grove City

13.5 km from Alton

Carla

CA $170 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A modern hotel building with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it's a Hyatt Place.

19. Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU

12.9 km from Alton

Kevin

CA $193 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

20. Tru by Hilton Grove City Columbus

13.4 km from Alton

Mai Yiv

CA $178 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Where to stay in Alton

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Downtown Columbus

Enjoy entertainment options like theaters, concerts, and the Scioto Mile's riverfront parks in this central business district with towering buildings and various educational institutions.

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Northeast Columbus

While visiting Northeast Columbus, you might make a stop by sights like LEGOLAND® Discovery Center and Easton Town Center.

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Polaris

Polaris is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Polaris Fashion Place and Magic Mountain Fun Center while in the area.

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A modern building with a glass facade and a blue sign that reads "Wexner Center for the Arts".

University District

Home to Ohio State University, the University District boasts a diverse range of restaurants, bars, boutiques, and the Gateway Film Center. Explore Ohio Stadium and Old North Columbus for a taste of local culture.

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Worthington

Unique features of Worthington include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by The Shops at Worthington or McConnell Arts Center while you're exploring the area.

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Top Alton Hotel Reviews

Olentangy Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"high value"

Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus East Airport

8/10 Good

"Nice and clean. Even a smoking room was ok. Finding, and it could be found, entrances “around back”was like a maze. Signage inside could be much more helpful in finding way around. The stairway to second floor was marked as storage and locked. But, from second floor you could see the stairs. Strange."

Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris

8/10 Good

"I hate booking through Expedia because it’s always an issue. Hotel was nice overall. But I reserved for a double bed only to get there and be told they didn’t have any double bed rooms available . It was after midnight, so I did t have much of a choice left. Hotel staff did accommodate my daughter with a roll away bed that was clean and comfy so it worked out. Room was clean , breakfast was good. I would stay here again"

Hotels in Alton, Columbus

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1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbus West, OH

2. Best Western Suites

3. Comfort Suites Columbus West - Hilliard

4. Holiday Inn Columbus-Hilliard by IHG

5. Hampton Inn Columbus-West

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus West - Hilliard

7. Super 8 by Wyndham Columbus West

8. Hollywood Casino & Hotel Columbus

9. Motel 6 Columbus, OH - West

10. avid hotel Columbus Northwest - Hilliard by IHG

11. The Columbus Hilliard Hotel

12. Best Western Hilliard Inn & Suites

13. Holiday Inn Express Columbus-Dublin by IHG

14. Comfort Suites Grove City - Columbus South

15. Hampton Inn Columbus-South

16. Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Grove City

17. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbus North - OSU

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Grove City

19. Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU

20. Tru by Hilton Grove City Columbus

Where to stay in Alton

Downtown Columbus

Northeast Columbus

Polaris

University District

Worthington

Top Alton Hotel Reviews

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