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Recommended hotels in Columbus

A reception area with a stone wall, a reception desk, a potted plant, and two black sofas.

1. AmericInn by Wyndham Columbus Wisconsin

AmericInn by Wyndham Columbus Wisconsin
2.0 star property
Columbus
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (160 reviews)
"Good stay."
United States
Devin
$103 nightly
The price is $114
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
AmericInn by Wyndham Columbus Wisconsin
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Beaver Dam

Comfort Inn & Suites Beaver Dam
2.5 star property
Beaver Dam
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (327 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, awesome Continental breakfast!"
United States
Lori
$105 nightly
The price is $116
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn & Suites Beaver Dam
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a TV screen, and a coffee station.

3. Best Western Watertown

Best Western Watertown
2.5 star property
Watertown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (620 reviews)
"Clean, Plenty of amenities."
United States
Mike
$96 nightly
The price is $109
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Watertown
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a stone pathway, and a building with large windows and a stone facade.

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Beaver Dam by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Beaver Dam by IHG
2.5 star property
Beaver Dam
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (312 reviews)
"Property was very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was good. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Katherina
$130 nightly
The price is $144
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Beaver Dam by IHG
A spacious kitchen with dark blue cabinets, a coffee machine, and a large island.

5. AmericInn by Wyndham Beaver Dam

AmericInn by Wyndham Beaver Dam
3.0 star property
Beaver Dam
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (618 reviews)
"Clean, worked well for an overnight stay affordable"
United States
Julie
$114 nightly
The price is $126
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
AmericInn by Wyndham Beaver Dam
A dining table set for breakfast with chairs, plates, cups, and a glass of orange juice.

6. Shane Acres Country Inn

Shane Acres Country Inn
3.0 star property
Juneau
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (253 reviews)
"Debi and pat are great people they make you feel at home. The rooms are very clean and smells very wonderful. The food is delicious. The salt water pool is nice and relaxing with a wonderful view my wife and I definitely love Shane acres"
United States
David
$104 nightly
The price is $109
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Shane Acres Country Inn
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by wooden walls and large windows.

7. Quality Inn & Suites Sun Prairie Madison East

Quality Inn & Suites Sun Prairie Madison East
2.5 star property
Sun Prairie
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very clean room. Staff waited on me immediately and the breakfast was great. The bed and pillows were very comfortable. It was nice having several covers on the bed besides just a sheet and 1 blanket."
United States
Sherry
$68 nightly
The price is $77
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Quality Inn & Suites Sun Prairie Madison East
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and seating area.

8. Heritage inn

Heritage inn
2.5 star property
Watertown
7.0 out of 10, Good, (180 reviews)
"Wonderful little hotel."
United States
Linda
$58 nightly
The price is $66
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Heritage inn
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden ceiling.

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Johnson Creek

Days Inn by Wyndham Johnson Creek
2.0 star property
Johnson Creek
7.6 out of 10, Good, (935 reviews)
"Room was exceptionally clean & comfortable!"
United States
cathryn
$75 nightly
The price is $79
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Johnson Creek
A hot tub with a waterfall feature, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a window providing natural light.

10. Comfort Suites Johnson Creek Conference Center

Comfort Suites Johnson Creek Conference Center
2.5 star property
Johnson Creek
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay on our way through. Would stay again!"
United States
BreAnna
$86 nightly
The price is $97
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Suites Johnson Creek Conference Center
A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a large wall painting of a waterfall.

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Watertown WI

Super 8 by Wyndham Watertown WI
2.0 star property
Watertown
7.0 out of 10, Good, (716 reviews)
"Nice updates following the recent renovations. Very budget friendly and conveniently located."
United States
Scott
$80 nightly
The price is $91
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Super 8 by Wyndham Watertown WI
A cozy interior with a wooden staircase, a coffee station, and a dining area.

12. The Katherine Holle House

The Katherine Holle House
3.0 star property
Watertown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (98 reviews)
"The breakfast was flavorful and portions were generous. I appreciated the responsive A/C system and the updated bathroom. The shower was spacious, and the strong water pressure was a pleasure. The owner was welcoming, helpful, and available."
United States
Harland
$105 nightly
The price is $119
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
The Katherine Holle House
A modern hotel with a covered entrance and a car parked in front.

13. Best Western Plus Jefferson

Best Western Plus Jefferson
2.5 star property
Jefferson
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (416 reviews)
"Our stay was amazing. Staff was great and very nice."
United States
Tina
$108 nightly
The price is $119
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus Jefferson
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, a desk, a ceiling fan, and a TV.

14. AmericInn by Wyndham Lake Mills

AmericInn by Wyndham Lake Mills
3.0 star property
Lake Mills
6.6 out of 10, (35 reviews)
"The property was clean and located close to the interstate and restaurants. It is very basic, no frills."
United States
Margaret
$90 nightly
The price is $95
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
AmericInn by Wyndham Lake Mills
A bar area with a long counter, multiple chairs, and overhead lighting.

15. AmericInn by Wyndham Waupun

AmericInn by Wyndham Waupun
3.0 star property
Waupun
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (545 reviews)
"Everything was a everlasting Excellent My husband is liked breakfast Happy"
United States
Judene
$102 nightly
The price is $116
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
AmericInn by Wyndham Waupun
A wooden interior with a pool, a staircase, and a sign indicating a 30 ft depth.

16. Iron Ridge Inn Motel

Iron Ridge Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Iron Ridge
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (107 reviews)
"Incredible little place. A little out of the way, but completely worth it for the savings for a nice little place when traveling for business."
United States
Andrew
$66 nightly
The price is $70
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Iron Ridge Inn Motel
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a sofa.

17. Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG
2.5 star property
De Forest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (635 reviews)
"Clean ,nice staff and value for the price to stay"
United States
Thanyalak
$95 nightly
The price is $105
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a large chandelier, and a reception desk.

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Madison American Center

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Madison American Center
3.0 star property
Madison
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,407 reviews)
"Its clean,with good breakfast and very friendly and progessional staff"
United States
Aisa
$70 nightly
The price is $81
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Madison American Center
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a table.

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Madison NE/Windsor

Days Inn by Wyndham Madison NE/Windsor
2.0 star property
Windsor
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Business friendly"
United States
Maira
$67 nightly
The price is $71
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Madison NE/Windsor
An indoor swimming pool with a fountain, lounge chairs, and a sunshade.

20. Comfort Inn & Suites Madison North

Comfort Inn & Suites Madison North
2.5 star property
De Forest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was clean pool was fun and clean breakfast was excellent and the staff was friendly and helpful!"
United States
Shannon
$83 nightly
The price is $92
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn & Suites Madison North
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Columbus Hostels information

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Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
$66
Highest Price
$144

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Columbus?
Our travelers like these places to stay in the area, and they may offer budget-friendly prices: AmericInn by Wyndham Columbus Wisconsin - 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from the heart of Columbus. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club - 26 mi (41.9 km) from the heart of Columbus. Located within a 5-minute walk of East Towne Mall. You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk at this motel. DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown - 26.5 mi (42.7 km) from the heart of Columbus. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East - 20.8 mi (33.4 km) from the heart of Columbus. Located within a 10-minute walk of East Towne Mall. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Columbus?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 67°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 25°F. The snowiest months in Columbus are January, March, February, and December, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of snowfall.
What is there to see and do in Columbus?
In general, Columbus is known for its restaurants, architecture, and countryside. Get out into nature with places like Beaver Dam Lake State Wildlife Area, Glacial Drumlin State Trail West, and Sinissippi Lake. Cultural attractions include Christopher Columbus Museum and Sun Prairie Historical Library and Museum. Locals like to shop at Beaver Dam Mall.
What's the best way to get to and around Columbus while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Columbus on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Dane County Regional Airport (MSN), 21.7 mi (34.9 km) from the city center. When you're out and about, you might want to make use of public transit. If you're looking to see more of the surrounding area, head over to Columbus Station to catch a train.

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