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Sonesta Essential Columbus

2.5 star property
Hotel in Columbus with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Lobby
Seasonal outdoor pool
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Lobby
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb

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Map
4027 Veterans Ct, Columbus, GA, 31909
  • Hughston Clinic
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Columbus Park Crossing
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Columbus, GA (CSG-Columbus Metropolitan)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Columbus

At Sonesta Essential Columbus you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Columbus Park Crossing and 3.1 km (2 mi) from Hughston Clinic. Highlights at this hotel include free weekday breakfast, free self-parking and a 24-hour business centre. .Enjoy the gym and seasonal outdoor swimming pool. 2500 square feet (232 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. On weekday mornings free continental breakfast is offered between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .With a stay at this Columbus hotel, you'll be 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Georgia Visitor Information Center - Columbus.

What's nearby

  • Hughston Clinic - 3 min drive
  • Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside - 4 min drive
  • Columbus Park Crossing - 4 min drive
  • Columbus State University - 7 min drive
  • Peachtree Mall - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Columbus, GA (CSG-Columbus Metropolitan) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tuesdays Street Tacos & Burritos - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sonesta Essential Columbus

Hotel in Columbus with free breakfast and fitness centre
Sonesta Essential Columbus offers its guests a fitness centre and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served on weekdays. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 2500 square feet (232 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Sonesta Essential Columbus. Free self parking is available.

This Columbus hotel is smoke free.

  • 88 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 2500 sq ft of conference space
  • 232 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2007
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Sonesta Essential Columbus offers 88 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Columbus hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available on weekdays 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2,500 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (61 centimetre high)
  • Lift (107 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (91 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 150.00 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 60 lb per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 150.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 15 April and close on 15 September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Wyndham Garden Columbus Fort Benning
Wyndham Garden Fort Hotel Columbus Benning
Sonesta Essential Columbus Hotel
Sonesta Essential Columbus Columbus
Best Western Plus Columbus Ft. Benning
Wyndham Garden Columbus / Fort Benning
Sonesta Essential Columbus Hotel Columbus
Best Western Plus Columbus North Ft. Moore

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Sonesta Essential Columbus?

Yep, Sonesta Essential Columbus has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonesta Essential Columbus?

As of 10 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Columbus on 16 Feb 2025 start from AU$162.75, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Sonesta Essential Columbus have a pool?

Sonesta Essential Columbus has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from April 15 to September 15).

Is Sonesta Essential Columbus family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Sonesta Essential Columbus is a hit with families.

Does Sonesta Essential Columbus serve breakfast?

You bet, free continental brekkie is offered on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sonesta Essential Columbus?

No, Sonesta Essential Columbus does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sonesta Essential Columbus?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Sonesta Essential Columbus Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 514 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1005 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Mary, North Port

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Second time we’ve stayed at this property within a 6 day period. The first time it was still a Best Western Plus. When we retuned this weekend it had just changed over to a Sonestra property. Both times the rooms were clean, but so require some updates. The floor lamp in our room was damaged and the bulb was hanging on via wires only. It’s a safety hazard so we reported it at checkout. The rooms are a sizable. Both times our rooms had desk & chair & a lounger. The bathroom is a good size. The hot water& shower pressure are great (4th floor) room. Breakfast is typical of a hotel at this level. Eggs, sausages, toast, pastries, cereal. NO GLUTEN FREE items. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Hotel is a short drive to several eateries, Walmart, and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Bruce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mary, North Port

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is clean, room was spacious. Included microwave & dorm size refrigerator. Shower had excellent water pressure & was hot. There were some things in the room that showed wear & tear. (The lock was missing from bathroom door.) Staff was friendly. Breakfast was ok, but they do not have any gluten free safe options. A lot of hotels have boiled eggs, but this one doesn’t. Husband said his breakfast was pretty good. We are planning to stay there again on our way back to FL. Lots of dining options nearby (within 10 mi)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daysha

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Shaunna

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The room itself was just ok. Very clear that some remodeling had been done. The bathroom wasnt the cleanest. The place reeked of purple fabuloso. The front desk person was miserable. They also put a $50 hold for incidentals that takes days to come off. This isnt on the listing. I would spend the extra few dollars and stay at one of the other 4 properties that are right there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Avery

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience, all the way through. Just an amazing stay in general.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lobby is nice, but the rooms desperately need updating. Carpets were stained and felt dirty, didn’t want to walk barefoot. The shower tile was chipped and stained. The towels and bedding were cheap and scratchy.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Manuel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
We stayed a couple of nights and like the excellent front desk service and the hotel has 2 working elevators. The breakfast was ok with scrambled eggs, varieties of breads, and some fruits. What I didn’t like was the fact that the pool was murky green and had a sign sayin it was closed. Other than that, it’s a nice quiet area about 25 min from Ft Moore.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
I recently stayed this hotel & unfortunately, my experience was disappointing. After the housekeeping staff cleaned my room, there was an overwhelming smell that resembled a wet, dirty dog. It was so strong that I nearly felt sick upon entering. I was surprised to learn that pets are allowed in the hotel, and I believe there should be better measures in place for cleaning pet-friendly rooms, such as using specialized vacuums to mitigate these odors. Additionally, I encountered a problem with the shower. The temperature knob would frequently fall to a dangerously high setting, making it difficult to use safely. I had to hold it in place for my daughter during her bath to prevent any chance of scalding. Overall, I expected a more pleasant stay given the hotel’s reputation. I hope they address these issues to enhance the experience for future guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hurricane evacuation stay from Florida
Booked this room during a bad time with storm evacuation stress and in a hurry with overcrowded hotels so we had to use Hotels.com. This created issues with the fees for a pet stay. We booked 3 nights only stayed 2. When discussed with the property manager we settled on one free night and paying pet fees of $30 for 2 nights. We checked out 1 day early and that should have left 1 night on our bill. The final cost for our 2 night stay including fees taxes etc is costing $450.50. That equates to 225.25 per night for an advertised $ $141.00 a night room. This is just wrong overall and possibly borders on price gouging of displaced folks trying to escape a life threatening major storm. Between Hotels.com and Best Western Plus Columbus Ga. Both share the responsibility for this. The hotel made verbal promises that they did not keep. I’m confused at why this seems so difficult as major companies doing business. I just want to pay what is fair and what the verbal contract they suggested at the time of check in with a hotel assistant manager and a desk clerk. Please look at this and consider correcting a wrong and I will at that time complete the many surveys for satisfaction being sent.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Shayne

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The front desk clerk was very kind. The first room we were out in was dirty. Makeup on the bedding. Bathroom was damaged. The tub was taped together and pouring water. It wouldn't turn off. The second room we were put in smelled horrible and the air condition was not working. The third room we were put in was better.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and friendly. Rooms were clean. Well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
i booked this hotel while i visited with my boyfriend graduating from basic training in fort moore. the hotel itself is beautiful, but there were several nasty stains on the wall of the bathroom that appear to be feces, as well as the sink leaking and leaving water all over the floor which i will notify them of again when i check out. we did however like the pool and the option to eat breakfast for free. i would come back again, but maybe to a different room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brad

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024