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With Fort Benning Military Instillation nearby, Columbus, Georgia has no shortage of visitors. Whether a family is visiting to attend the infantry graduation or a couple from northern Georgia is planning to attend a show at the Springer Opera House, affordable lodging can be found in several safe, family friendly, discount motels. - Located in the uptown Columbus historic district, the Howard Johnson is close to the newly constructed river walk. For those flying into Columbus, the motel offers free shuttle service. The newly renovated motel has 21 two-room suites that are perfect for large families are budget-conscious groups.
Pets are welcome at the hotel but a non-refundable $15 fee is required per pet. The motel boasts its own restaurant and all rooms come with high-speed Internet access. Free continental breakfast is available and as of February 2010 nightly rates start at $50 per night.
Howard Johnson Inn and Suites
1011 Veterans Parkway
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 322-6641
hojo.com - Only one mile from the Columbus airport, the Super 8 is still convenient to Fort Benning and other local attractions. The Super 8 is close to several local restaurants and offers a free continental breakfast. Each room has free high-speed Internet and pets are allowed with a refundable $25 deposit.
The motel has RV parking available for those on road trips. There is also a coin-operated laundry available on the property. The Super 8 also offers discounts of 20 percent or more for stays longer than two nights.
Super 8 Columbus Airport
2935 Warm Springs Road
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 322-6580
super8.com - The motel 6 of Columbus Georgia is an older motel conveniently located near Fort Benning Military Instillation and the Columbus Port Naval Museum. The motel is family friendly and all kids (10 and under) stay free. The motel does not offer as many amenities as other motels in the area but the low rates ($43 per night) help compensate for the lack of onsite restaurants or continental breakfast.
The motel primarily caters to road travelers with a large parking lot and special parking for large trucks. Wi-Fi is available for $2.99 per 24 hours with weekly rate discounts available.
Motel 6
3050 Victory Drive
Columbus, GA 31903
(706) 687-7214
motel6.com
