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City Mills Hotel

3.5 star property
Riverwalk hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Restaurant
Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View
Exterior
Lobby
Water view

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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1801 1st Ave, Columbus, GA, 31901
  • Place, Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Columbus Civic Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, South Commons Sports Complex
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbus, GA (CSG-Columbus Metropolitan)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(88 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(59 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Water view

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Columbus

At City Mills Hotel you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center and 3.8 km (2.3 mi) from Columbus Civic Center. Highlights at this hotel include free self-service breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Columbus hotel include South Commons Sports Complex and Columbus State University.

What's nearby

  • Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Columbus Civic Center - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • South Commons Sports Complex - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Columbus State University - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Peachtree Mall - 7 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Columbus, GA (CSG-Columbus Metropolitan) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Flying Biscuit Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Country's On Broad - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chattabrewchee Southern Brewhouse - ‬2 min drive

About this property

City Mills Hotel

Riverwalk hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The business-friendly City Mills Hotel also features coffee/tea in common area, dry cleaning/laundry services, and express check-in. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of City Mills Hotel was completed in September 2021.

This 3.5-star Columbus hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
City Mills Hotel offers 30 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This Columbus hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Mill House Kitchen and Ba

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Renovated entire property - September 2021
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100.00 per pet, per stay
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 100.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

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City Mills Hotel Columbus
City Mills Hotel Hotel Columbus

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at City Mills Hotel?

City Mills Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at City Mills Hotel?

Yep, City Mills Hotel has a free self car park.

Does City Mills Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, our visitors can't get enough of the free self-service brekkie here! Available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at City Mills Hotel?

No, City Mills Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at City Mills Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at City Mills Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at City Mills Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at City Mills Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

City Mills Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 937 out of 1039 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 1039 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 1039 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 1039 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1039 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the stay would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

amanda

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fremon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Very nice rooms,clear view of the Chattahooc
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lanna

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. Rooms were spacious, clean and modern with historical theme.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will be back. Great hotel, atmosphere, location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay and staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first stay at this property, and it quickly became my home away from home. From the moment I walked in, I felt genuinely cared for. The lady at the front desk noticed how hot I was and immediately offered me a bottle of cold water. After check-in, we had a lovely chat, and she even walked me to the elevator. That level of hospitality truly set the tone for the rest of my stay. Every staff member I encountered greeted me with a smile. The atmosphere throughout the hotel was peaceful and welcoming. I stayed in Room 406, which offered a beautiful view of the Chattahoochee River, Mercer University, and the historic building that houses the Mill-House Kitchen & Bar. The room was spotless, stylish, and quiet—so quiet, in fact, that I didn’t hear a sound the entire weekend. It felt more like an apartment than a hotel room, complete with blackout curtains, a large flat-screen TV, and a small refrigerator (note: no microwave). The bed was very comfortable, and the bathroom was clean and well-stocked. Breakfast exceeded expectations. The butter croissants were fresh and flaky, and there was a great variety: grits, eggs, biscuits and gravy, sausage, ham, and plenty of juice and coffee. Ms. Peggy, who was overseeing breakfast, was an absolute delight. She sat and chatted with my husband and me while the room was quiet, and we ended up sharing a wonderful conversation and plenty of laughs. She truly made our morning special. I highly recommend this little gem to anyone.
The Chattahoochee River View
Shrimp and Grits from on site restaurant
Steak mashed potatoes from Mill House Restaurant 9n site
View of the river at night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome, gorgeous property, and a great location! Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan, Addison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

They're Giving it a Good Try, but Not a Boutique

City Mills has such promise - it's a beautiful-ish location, a historic building, a great staff, fine breakfast, good air conditioning. So what's not to love? Yes, a beautiful historical building and location, but spoiled by the restrictive hand of their parent company, Valley Hospitality. Who in their right mind would send the service man to sterilize the coffee machine at breakfast time? Who failed to provide a staff rest area away from the guest areas? Who doesn't keep the staff informed about how to manage issues? Yes, a great staff, but spoiled by a micro-manager, or perhaps a helicopter manager. He needs to let the staff rise to their level of excellence. Yes, a beautiful view of the old mill works and the Chattahoochee River rapids, but the other bank is Phenix City, which is about as unsightly as Alabama gets. Yes, I've been to Columbus scores of times, and PC only gets worse. And yet, the place has no soul. At these prices a boutique hotel needs its own logo on the cups, instead of using Sysco logo cups. An inn in a historic building should provide descriptions of how each room was connected to the rest. The reception and breakfast area needs soft surfaces and comfortable chairs to warm up the feeling. It's, in short, still institutional. We are very experienced travelers. We probably won't be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great get away trip!

What a beautiful property and wonderful get away. Never been to Columbus before and it was a great location and stay. Staff was friendly. Hotel room very comfortable and clean. Not big on the barn door bathrooms but I know it was all the rage when the hotel was being renovated. Totally magical to watch the fireworks from bed for 4th of July. Breakfast was awesome and I only wish I had know how walkable and beautiful the river walk was! I definitely recommend a 4th of July trip- the civil war naval museum knows how to throw a party and fireworks with the clingstones was excellent too. Also so many interesting shops and the Bo Bartlett center rules.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tricia

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incredible stay

We have stayed at City Mills Hotel now for the 4th time and we have not been disappointed. Check in was quick and easy; love the 24/7 coffee machine that offers specialty coffee; the rooms are always clean and beautifully decorated. We love the walking/running path along the river next to the hotel as well as the lovely sitting area out front. And the breakfast was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria G, Calhoun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nastacia

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025