Fort Benning has been a prominent fixture in Columbus, Georgia since opening in 1918. The facility has served as the training site for several legendary figures, including four-star generals George S. Patton and Colin Powell, and five-star general and former U.S. president Dwight T. Eisenhower. In addition to being the home of Fort Benning, Columbus is a vibrant city with a historic downtown, museums and a riverfront entertainment district. Columbus also offers a range of hotels that are near Fort Benning and area attractions.
The Columbus Marriott is a downtown hotel within eight miles of Fort Benning. The property is steps away from the Chattahoochee RiverWalk, a 15-mile riverfront park that offers hiking and biking trails, Columbus State University, the Springer Opera House and the RiverCenter for Performing Arts. The Columbus Marriott is housed in a converted 19th century cotton mill and the building still retains its original brick facade. Standard hotel accommodations consist of contemporary guestrooms with marble baths and high-speed Internet access for a fee. The hotel also offers two-story townhouses with loft-style bedrooms and a "Governor's Suite" featuring a whirlpool tub and complimentary non-alcoholic beverages. Hotel amenities consist of a 24-hour exercise center, a full-service restaurant and complimentary parking.
Columbus Marriott
800 Front Ave.
Columbus, GA 31901
706-324-1800
marriott.com
The Holiday Inn Express Columbus Fort Benning is approximately a half-mile from Fort Benning. The property is also near the Uptown Columbus entertainment district, which offers pubs, nightlife and shopping. Accommodations consist of modern guestrooms with microwaves, mini-fridges and complimentary Wi-Fi access, while guest suites feature additional amenities such as DVD players, sleeper sofas and evening turndown service. Hotel facilities and amenities include a whirlpool, outdoor pool, complimentary breakfast buffet and free parking.
Holiday Inn Express Columbus Fort Benning
3901 Victory Drive
Columbus, GA 31903
706-507-7080
holidayinnexpress.com
The Econo Lodge Fort Benning offers budget-friendly accommodations adjacent to Fort Benning's main gate. The hotel is within a five-minute drive of the Coca-Cola Space Science Center, which offers hands-on exhibits and space simulators and the National Infantry Museum, a 190,000-square foot facility that honors the history of the U.S. armed forces. Hotel accommodations consist of traditionally decorated guestrooms with complimentary Wi-Fi access, an outdoor pool, complimentary breakfast and free parking.
Econo Lodge Fort Benning
4483 Victory Drive
Columbus, GA 31903
706-682-3803
econolodge.com
The Suburban Extended Stay Fort Benning offers long-term accommodations within one mile of Fort Benning. The hotel is also near Columbus State University and Ridgon Park, a multipurpose recreation area that offers playgrounds, walking trails and a 50-meter pool with lap swimming, fountains and a children's wading area. Accommodations consist of multi-room guest suites with fully equipped kitchens, living areas, complimentary Wi-Fi access, a seasonal outdoor pool and free parking.
Suburban Extended Stay Fort Benning
3662 Victory Drive
Columbus, GA 31903
706-687-7515
suburbanhotels.com
