Sonesta Essential Columbus | Hotel in Columbus

8.6 (1002 Reviews) |  1 Bathroom
Fortson Hotel | Sonesta Essential Columbus

Hotel in Fortson, Columbus

Hotel in Columbus with a seasonal outdoor pool and free breakfast
This smoke-free hotel features a fitness center, a snack bar/deli, and a 24-hour business center. Free weekday breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a seasonal outdoor pool, a business center, and conference space are onsite.
Sonesta Essential Columbus offers 88 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Columbus hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.


Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
TV
Wheelchair Accessible
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Business Services
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Toiletries
Guest Services
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm early check-in is available for a fee early check-in subject to availability late check-in subject to availability minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. rollaway/extra beds are available for usd 25.00 per night. free cribs (infant beds)!
Payment Policy
Pet deposit: usd 150.00 per stay pet fee: usd 50 per pet, per night service animals are exempt from fees early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) rollaway bed fee: usd 25.00 per night the above list may not be comprehensive. fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Pet Policy
2 total (up to 60 lbs per pet) food and water bowls are available pets allowed for an extra charge of usd 50 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of usd 150.00 per stay service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation welcoming dogs only

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 safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed the name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation this property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

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Paul
Dec 22, 2025 05:06:50 AM
Review Score:   8
Summary: Great place but starting to show some wear
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