Columbus hotels
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Low season | September | Cheapest month to stay with an average 13% drop in price. |
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High season | March | Most expensive month to stay with an average 98% rise in price. |
Average price (weeknight) | $83 | Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks. |
Average price (weekend night) | $106 | Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks. |
When to book a hotel in Columbus
Top tips for finding perfect Columbus hotel deals
- If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Columbus, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in Columbus in September and July.
- Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in Columbus if you stay on a Sunday. The opposite is true for, Friday, which is usually the most expensive day.
- Book more than 90 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Columbus accommodation.
- The cheapest 3-star hotel room in Columbus found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $87, while the most expensive was $246.
- How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Columbus for 3 days.
- Columbus, GA is home to the National Infantry Museum and the National Civil War Naval Museum. To be close to these attractions, you’ll want to stay at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus near Fort Benning Army Base. This hotel is less than a few miles from both museums and offers luxurious amenities like a pool, fitness center and complimentary breakfast.
- Although it has an Alabama address, the Courtyard by Marriott Phenix City/Riverfront Hotel is just across the bridge from Columbus. It also provides lovely views of the Chattahoochee River and the Columbus city landscape. Other amenities provided at this hotel include a fitness room, restaurant, suites and meeting rooms.
- If you’re looking for a unique place to stay, consider lodging at the Rothschild-Pound House Inn. Offering a New Orleans themed experience, it serves gourmet food and has a front porch with a swing, letting guests relax outdoors in the evening. Decorated with canopy beds, rich linens and chandelier lighting, this inn has lots of charm and ornate style.
- Located in the Metropolitan area, the Homewood Suites by Hilton on Whittlesey Blvd. is just a few miles away from the Flat Rock Park where you can fish, hike or skateboard. It is also within walking distance of the Columbus Botanical Garden and a number of restaurants including Jason’s Deli and Smokey Bones BBQ & Grill.
- The Columbus Metropolitan Airport is about a 15-minute drive from the heart of town and about 30 minutes from Fort Benning. If you have an early flight and want to ensure that you’re on time, consider staying the night at the Comfort Suites Columbus State University or the Sleep Inn on Armour Road. Both hotels are less than a mile from the airport.
FAQs when booking a hotel in Columbus
Hotels are safe environments for travelers as long as they properly implement sanitary measures in response to coronavirus (COVID-19). However, we recommend getting in touch with the local authorities regarding safety procedures for hotels in Columbus. For more advice, please view our information page on what to know about coronavirus (COVID-19) and travel.
Travelers who like staying near National Infantry Museum recommend Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbus, GA, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Columbus Fort Benning and Hampton Inn Columbus/South-Fort Benning.
A space museum, there is something for everyone in the family to enjoy at the Coca Cola Science Center. The kids will probably want to go more than once so staying nearby might be worthwhile. Walk to this attraction from the Columbus Marriott, which has family rooms with refrigerators. Other amenities at this luxurious hotel include a pool, fitness center, restaurant and room service.
There are a few very economical hotels in Columbus. Most are close to the airport and the university. This includes a Super 8 by Wyndham and LaQuinta Inn & Suites, which are ideal for tourists on a tight budget. These hotels also provide amenities like free internet, complimentary breakfast and laundry service.
Complimentary breakfast provides a cost savings and is very convenient. On your trip to Columbus, stay at a hotel that serves a hot breakfast every morning. Some hotels with this amenity include the Staybridge Suites by Fort Benning, the TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbus on Armour Road and the Quality Inn on Macon Road.
You’ll have quick access to the river walk from the Courtyard by Marriott Columbus on Courtyard Way. Along with walking, you can cycle, skateboard or jog along this path. This hotel is also a short distance from Columbus Museum and the Springer Opera House.
After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighborhood, which allows you to pick the central Columbus districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like Columbus city center.
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