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Sonesta Essential Columbus

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

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Located in the heart of Columbus's business district, the Best Western Plus Columbus North Ft. Moore caters perfectly to work travelers. Guests start their day with a free to-go breakfast, recharge on the terrace or in the gym, and stay productive with reliable in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

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, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

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, 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

Suite, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

Map
4027 Veterans Ct, Columbus, GA, 31909

What's nearby

  • Columbus Park Crossing - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Hughston Clinic - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Columbus State University - 6 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Peachtree Mall - 7 min drive - 9.7 km

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
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Sonesta Essential Columbus

Hotel near Columbus State University
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace and shopping on-site at Sonesta Essential Columbus. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A TV in reception, a 24-hour front desk and a lift
  • Free newspapers, smoke-free property and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 88 individually furnished rooms include comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and fridges

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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

  • In-room 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

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2007
  • Smoke-free property

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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50, per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 150.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 27 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.00 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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 25.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility
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

Does Sonesta Essential Columbus have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

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

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Columbus on 4 Dec 2025 start from NZ$190.65, 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.

Is Sonesta Essential Columbus pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 27 kg per pet. There's a deposit of USD 150.00 per stay and a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Sonesta Essential Columbus?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sonesta Essential Columbus?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sonesta Essential Columbus?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Sonesta Essential Columbus located?

Situated in the business district, this hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Columbus Park Crossing, Hughston Clinic and Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside. Georgia Visitor Information Center - Columbus and Heath Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Sonesta Essential Columbus Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 532 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Great staff, reasonable rates and great area around hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not bad for the price and location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lora

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's such a beautiful hotel on e you walk in it smell so so good. Everything was amazing just like a quiet place I surely will be back . Keep up the good ood work y'all get 5 ⭐ from me.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant staff nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
bed comfort was ok
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

powell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place friendly helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very ni e hotel. Would highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and get rested. The staff was friendly and very helpful. Rooms are nice and quiet during the night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Vickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Did not stay because of broken elevator.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms. Lobby had large fans. As if air conditioning was not working correctly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property very quiet and clean . All the staff I encountered was great .would high recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Appollonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

My stay was wonderful clean room. Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

On every floor it smelled like weed! The room was clean enough for a one night stay and the common areas were immaculate.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katia

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

8/10 Good

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, could use better signage.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good experience minus the closed pool

Overall our experience was great. The pool was closed, which was a little disappointing being that i sort of booked this hotel so the kids could swim. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. The staff was helpful and knowledgeable. Loved the cont continental
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tameka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lavon

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The first room bed was nasty and tub are stained very bad. Need an update to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quentin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very quiet and clean, but a bit outdated.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Clean and reasonable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Avery

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

8/10 Good

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything you might expect. Good location. Food nearby. Hotel fairly new it seemed. Friendly staff. Our sheets were soiled. Not sure if stained or not clean. Fair price. Breakfast good. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Appiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I came to Columbus for work and I enjoyed my stay at this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Appeared clean; friendly staff, good location for our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023