Outstanding Columbus Hotel
We were thrilled during a one night stay here on New Years Eve. This hotel has an excellent location: Close to Grandview, Short North, OSU, and Downtown. The area is very secure and I liked that the parking garage was free, and had limited entrances/exits to deter theft or vandalism. The exterior is very attractive, reminiscent of the style of the Arena District, and is a short walk to several restaurants and a gym in the same complex. 
The lobby and casual dining areas are spacious and stylish, showcasing clean modern contemporary design. There's a wide variety of places to sit and relax, and the colors and finishes make for calming and relaxing environment. It also has a small gym and indoor pool, which we enjoyed swimming in and viewing the December 31st Ohio weather outside. 
The modern design flows into the rooms, which are likewise very spacious and finished in calming tones. The rooms are furnished and have a layout you'd expect in a hotel at a higher price point. An L-shaped sofa sleeper could seat 4-5 guests comfortably while enjoying the 42" flatscreen television, which swivels for viewing from the living area or the bed, and a standard mini fridge is another nicety. As a tech-savy person I appreciated that they've built-in a panel beneath the tv with every type of port imaginable for hooking up an iPod, Playstation, or video camera. We also enjoyed the full size shower, which is a huge plus in lieu of a bathtub. Again, they didn't skimp on the finishes as they use granite and faux limestone through the bathroom and kitchenette area. Our king size pillow bed made for a wonderful sleep, and despite some partying going on throughout the hotel since it was New Years Eve, our room was very quite.
Overall I think this is the best value for a hotel in Columbus today. It's apparent that Hyatt has thought out the Hyatt Place brand's design well, and it's very appealing to adult or business travelers who appreciate style and frills at an affordable price. We can't wait for another stay.