A collection of hotels are situated to the southwest of the Columbus Metropolitan Airport, each about a 10-minute drive away. Columbus, Georgia has a vibrant shopping scene, with the 821,000 square-feet Peachtree Mall augmented by a host of other shopping centers. Fort Benning, a U.S. Army post, takes up a large area to the southeast of downtown, while the city's population is bolstered by the student community of Columbus State University.
Courtyard Marriott
The Courtyard Marriott is a two and a half mile drive from the main terminal building of Columbus Metropolitan Airport. The hotel does not operate an airport shuttle, and a taxi costs about $10, as of January 2011. The Courtyard Marriott is adjacent to the Peachtree Mall, a popular spot for shoppers, and Columbus State University. This hotel is at its busiest during peak times in the educational calendar, such as graduation. Hotel guests enjoy complimentary on-site parking, access to a fitness center, outdoor swimming pool and a whirlpool with free towels provided. Complimentary cooked breakfast is served from the Courtyard Cafe, while guests will have to leave the hotel premises for lunch and dinner. Orange Julius smoothie bar, Ruby Tuesday and Piccadilly Cafeteria are reachable on foot in 10 minutes.
Comfort Suites
Located a one mile drive from Columbus Metropolitan Airport, the Comfort Suites hotel is based just off I-185. Using the interstate, travelers can reach the large U.S. Army post Fort Benning within half an hour. The hotel does not operate an airport shuttle service, with the taxi journey between the two expected to cost around $5, as of January 2011. Guests at the hotel enjoy free use of an outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool during the summer months, free high-speed Internet and a fitness center. Complimentary breakfast is available at the Comfort Suites, with Ben's Chop House, Buckhead Bar and Grill and Mikata Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar all nearby.
Super 8
A member of the economy hotel chain operated by the Wyndham hotel group, the Super 8 in Columbus is situated a two and a half mile drive from the main airport terminal. The hotel does not operate an airport shuttle. Pets are welcome to stay the Super 8, with a deposit charged on pet stays. A complimentary breakfast is available, with local alternatives including Burt's Butcher Shoppe and Eatery, Sbarro Italian restaurant and Krystal fast food each within five minutes. For an alternative, visitors can buy a picnic and visit the Cooper Creek Park and reservoir, a 10-minute drive from the hotel. Travelers looking to play golf can reach the Columbus Country Club within five minutes using I-85.
Sleep Inn
A journey from the Sleep Inn to the main terminal building of Columbus Metropolitan Airport is expected to take around five minutes by car; the hotel does not operate a shuttle service. Guests at the Sleep Inn can take advantage of a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, ample parking and complimentary breakfast, which can be enjoyed with a free copy of USA Today. Those staying at the hotel are within a five-minute drive of a number of shopping facilities, including the Landings, Simon Terrace, Harmony Plaza, Windsor Park and Peachtree Mall shopping centers, Kinnucan's, Home Depot and a Walmart Supercenter. Travelers looking to escape the city can travel 11 miles north to the Standing Boy Creek State Park, where camping, hiking, biking, boating, swimming and hunting await.
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