Sonesta Essential Columbus

4027 Veterans Court, Columbus, GA 31909 United States (USA) near junction 10 on I-185 (~1.9km)
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2.5 Star property
32.554718-84.943690
+1-800-219-2797
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  • Has an outdoor pool!
  • Complimentary breakfast is offered
  • Gym / Fitness Center Available
  • 88 sleeping rooms in hotel
  • 4 floors in hotel
  • 13 suites in hotel
  • Check in: 03:00
  • Hotel has a green policy
  • Groups/Meetings rating of 7.4/10

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Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days

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Room types

Check rates1 King 1 Queen Suite Nonsmk Microwave, Refrigerator Cable TV HBO Free Local Calls WiFi
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Check rates1 King Accessible Nonsmk Microwave, Refrigerator TV HBO Local Calls WiFi Cable TV Grab Bars
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Local attractions

The National Civil War Naval Museum, Columbus Riverwalk, Coca-Cola Space Science Center, Wild Animal Safari, The Columbus Museum, The National Infantry Museum, Ft. Benning, Callaway Gardens, Peachtree Mall, Columbus State University, Cooper Creek Tennis Center, Wooddraft Farms Soccer Complex, Maple Ridge Golf Course and much more.

Verified reviews of Sonesta Essential Columbus

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked in recently:
"Very friendly staff easy check in very competitive rates and very clean"
Overall score5.0/ 5
Very nice and clean hotel.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
01-Mar-2026 Verified review, stayed from Sat Feb 28 to Sun Mar 01 2026 at a $102.60 average nightly rate.
"Exceptional"
Overall score5.0/ 5
Wonderful Sleeping.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
11-Jan-2026 Verified review, stayed from Thu Jan 08 to Fri Jan 09 2026 at a $91.99 average nightly rate.

Property description

Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, the Columbus North Ft. Moore Benning hotel features the highest levels of service, along with upgraded amenities, high-quality furnishings and enhanced style and comfort. Guests enjoy our contemporary accommodations, complimentary wireless Internet, state of the art fitness center, outdoor pool, business center and an outdoor living space. Located in vibrant north Columbus, this hotel sits directly off Veterans Parkway and is easily accessible traveling from Interstate 185 and US Highway 80. Guests enjoy being within minutes of incredible shopping at Columbus Park Crossing and The Shoppes at Bradley Park, fine dining, cultural arts, nightlife and family entertainment. We are within minutes to Columbus State University, Fort Benning, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aflac, TSYS, Uptown Columbus and Callaway Gardens. Enjoy a great start to your day with our complimentary full hot breakfast buffet featuring your favorites like scrambled eggs, sausage, waffles, assorted breads, cereals, juice and coffee. Luxury bedding, quiet accommodations and oversized rooms are what make guests so comfortable at our Columbus North Ft. Moore hotel. Our 100 non-smoking hotel is designed to make you feel right at home. Book at Columbus North Ft. Moore Benning in Georgia and experience why our guests stay again and again. We look forward to serving you!

Green sustainability

Go Green Options at Hotel include skip housekeeping for sustainability.

Details / Other expenses

Check-in: 03:00
Check-out: 11:00
Year of last renovation: 2016
Floors: 4
Rooms: 88
Corridors: All rooms have interior hallways
Non-smoking rooms: 88
Rooms with disabled access: 8
Suites: 13
Room windows: Windows don't open
Cleaning frequency: Daily
Meeting rooms: 0 View spaces
Meeting space: 278.7 sq. metres
Dist. to food/bars: 0.4 km
Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: 0.8 km
Dist. to the nearest gym: 0.8 km
Lounge/Bar hours: 6AM-2PM 4PM-11PM
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved: Yes
Pool Info:
Outdoor pool and lounge area
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
24 Hours
Nightly parking: $0
Typical group deposit: 50%
Total taxes: 16.00%
Total misc. fees: A$7.15 AUD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 8.00 Per Night
Occupancy Tax: 8.00 Per Night
City Tax: 5.00 Per Night
Country Tax: 0.00%
VAT: Value Added Tax: 0.00 VAT % Inclusive
GST: Goods and Services Tax: 0.00 GST %
PST: Provincial Sales Tax: 0.00 PST %
Food and Beverage Tax: 8.00 Per Item
Other Tax: 0.00%
Parking Fee: 0.00 Per Night
Cleaning Fee: 0.00 Per Night
Gym Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Additional Person Fee: 15.00 Per Person
Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Rooms Wired Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Meeting Wired Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Meeting Power Surcharge Fee: 0.00 Per Night
Additional Room Fees: 0.00 Per Night
Food and Beverage Service Charge: 0.00%
Audio Visual Service Charge: 0.00%
Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: 0.00 Per Person
Banquet Reception w Hors d'oeuvres: 0.00 Per Person/Per Hour

Amenities / Features


  • Alarm clock
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Elevator
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Hairdryer available
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Microwave in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Office or business center
  • Private car parking
  • Refrigerator
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Telephone - Free local calls
  • Voicemail

Airport & shuttle information

The Columbus Airport is centrally located, with quick access to Uptown Columbus and an easy drive for West Georgia and East Alabama travellers. The airport prides itself on providing fast and efficient service, without long lines for security that would be experienced by passengers boarding in Atlanta. The Airport is located within minutes of Fort Benning. There is no shuttle service provided to the Columbus Airport from the Wyndham Garden. However, a 24 Hour Taxi Service is available. The Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta, GA is about an hour and half drive from Columbus. A shuttle service called "Groome Transportation" travels to Atlanta and back to Columbus, 36 times daily. However, this shuttle service is not provided through the hotel. NOTE: The main office for "Groome Transportation" happens to be walking distance from the hotel.

Local shuttle info: The Hotel does not provide local shuttle service, but do have a preferred Taxi service.

Breakfast information

Hotel provides a free hot breakfast 7:00am - 9:00am. Menu selections change daily to offer guests a variety during their stay and options may include scrambled eggs, boiled eggs, bacon or sausage, make your own waffle with toppings, assorted cereals, assorted breads, bagels and pastries, yogurts, milk, juice, coffee, hot tea and more.

Pet friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry but pets are not allowed.

Parking information

Free Car , Bus and Truck parking available

Internet/Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi with access code

Cleaning policies

We have Sanitizer available in the lobbyWe clean with Industry leading ecolab products to ensure everything in all rooms are safe.

About Sonesta

  • For long stays, check out the Sonesta ES studio suites
  • More than 55 properties in brand
  • For groups they can typically comp 1 room per 40

The Sonesta highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Previously known as:
Best Western Plus Columbus North Ft. Moore, Columbus North Ft. Moore, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Seaworld / Zoo

Meeting rooms and event rooms at Sonesta Essential Columbus

Below are the meeting, conference and event spaces at Sonesta Essential Columbus.

Feel free to use the Sonesta Essential Columbus meeting space capacities chart below to help with your event planning. HotelPlanner specialises in Columbus event planning for hotel rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, as well as negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting room name L x W x H
(Feet)
Size
(sq ft)
Event
5'/6
Event space layout
Crescent
Crescent tables layout
Classroom
Classroom meeting layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow square table layout
U-shape
U-shape meeting layout
Boardroom
Boardroom meeting space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention booth layout
Theatre
Theatre layout
Reception
Reception desk for meetings
Regist.
desk
Registration desk for meetings
Best Western Plus Meeting Space 40 x 30 x 11 1500--/--5660605260--/--8075150
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Best Western Plus Meeting Space

Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
139.4 Sq. km
Dimensions:
40 x 30 x 11 Ft
Floor level:
Ground level
Power outlets:
6
Columns:
0
Windows:
4
Is there natural light?
Yes
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
No
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Projection equip.
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
The Best Western Plus has a meeting room that can accommodate 75-80 people. We provide tables and chairs. Set up is included in the cost.
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FAQs about Sonesta Essential Columbus

What time is check in?

Check in time is 03:00 based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Sonesta Essential Columbus have?

There are 88 sleeping rooms in the hotel.

Is there any meeting space at Sonesta Essential Columbus?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Sonesta Essential Columbus?

Hotel provides a free hot breakfast 7:00am - 9:00am. Menu selections change daily to offer guests a variety during their stay and options may include scrambled eggs, boiled eggs, bacon or sausage, make your own waffle with toppings, assorted cereals, assorted breads, bagels and pastries, yogurts, milk, juice, coffee, hot tea and more.

What parking is available at Sonesta Essential Columbus?

Free Car , Bus and Truck parking available

How much does internet cost?

Free Wi-Fi with access code

Can I get a AAA rate at Sonesta Essential Columbus?

Yes, they have stay dates that support AAA hotel discounts. Example room type: AAA CAA Member Rate 1 King 1 Queen Suite Nonsmk Microwave, Refrigerator Cable TV HBO Free Local Call

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Sonesta Essential Columbus?

Yes, they have stay dates that support Senior hotel discounts. Example room type: Senior 55 and Older 1 King 1 Queen Suite Nonsmk Microwave, Refrigerator Cable TV HBO Free Local Call

Is there a gym at Sonesta Essential Columbus?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Sonesta Essential Columbus?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Outdoor pool and lounge area.

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