Weekend getaways in Columbus

For a getaway in Columbus, consider hotels that offer a deep soaking bathtub for a relaxing stay. Properties with easy access to a shopping district are also convenient. Having a grocery or convenience store nearby can be helpful for short trips.

The best time to plan a short getaway to Columbus is from May to July, when daytime highs are in the 70s to 90s Fahrenheit. February offers a quieter period, with daytime highs in the 30s to 40s Fahrenheit. On weekend nights, prices average around $145, with prices typically starting from $80.

On a short getaway to Columbus, travelers can find a range of European and Mediterranean food. Italian cuisine is especially prominent, offering many choices for a meal out. You can also find Greek dishes, providing additional options for your trip.

For a short getaway in Columbus, you can visit Pawnee Park or Gerrard Park. Explore local history at the Platte County Historical Society and Museum, or see the Andrew Jackson Higgins Memorial. Vanberg Golf Course also offers a place to spend time. The best time for a getaway is May to July, with daytime highs in the 70s to 90s Fahrenheit. February is a quieter period, with daytime highs in the 30s to 40s Fahrenheit.

For a getaway in Columbus, you can consider Towneplace Suites by Marriott Columbus, a 3-star hotel with an 8 out of 10 guest rating and a 24-hour front desk. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Columbus also offers a 3-star stay with an 8.6 out of 10 guest rating and includes a grocery or convenience store.


Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus by IHG is another option, with a high guest rating of 9.4 out of 10 and a 24-hour front desk. This hotel features a contemporary design and a modern breakfast area, providing a pleasant start to your day.

Yes, several hotels in Columbus offer rooms with a kitchen or kitchenette for your getaway. Sleep Inn & Suites Columbus, NE provides rooms with a kitchen and has a guest rating of 8.8 out of 10. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus NE also features rooms with a kitchen and has a guest rating of 8.8 out of 10.

Yes, several hotels in Columbus offer family-friendly features for getaway travel. Quality Inn Columbus, NE provides an arcade game room and a pool for children. Travelers give this hotel an 8.2 out of 10 guest rating.


Hampton Inn Columbus NE makes stays easier for families by providing free cribs. This hotel has a guest rating of 9.2 out of 10.


Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus by IHG also features an arcade game room, which travelers appreciate with a 9.4 out of 10 guest rating.

Yes, several hotels in Columbus provide breakfast, which is helpful for a getaway. The Columbus Inn, a motel with an 8.4 out of 10 guest rating, offers free breakfast. Quality Inn Columbus, NE, a hotel rated 8.2 out of 10 by guests, also includes breakfast. Platte Valley Inn, another hotel, has a guest rating of 8.2 out of 10 and provides this amenity.

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