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City Mills Hotel

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

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Corner Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby
Exterior
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
(85 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(59 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Water view

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, River Front

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Corner Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Corner Room, 1 King Bed, River View | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Corner Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Corner Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Corner Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Columbus

Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center is within 2 miles (3 km) of City Mills Hotel while other popular attractions such as Columbus Civic Center are within 3 miles (5 km). This 3.5-star hotel has 30 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Columbus Civic Center - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • South Commons Sports Complex - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Columbus State University - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Peachtree Mall - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles

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 a 24-hour front desk
Renovated in 2021, City Mills Hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and express check-in. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning or laundry, and answer any questions about the accommodations. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. This smoke-free hotel also has an ATM.
55-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Coffee makers, phones, and ironing boards are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available 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 transportation

  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Renovated entire property - September 2021
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 100.00 per pet, per stay
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

City Mills Hotel Hotel
City Mills Hotel Columbus
City Mills Hotel Hotel Columbus

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at City Mills Hotel?

City Mills Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do near City Mills Hotel?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the hotel's walkable location in Columbus, and it's just steps from Chattahoochee River. You'll also find North Recreation Center and Woodruff Riverfront Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at City Mills Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does City Mills Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, City Mills Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at City Mills Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is City Mills Hotel good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront hotel include free Internet access as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does City Mills Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does City Mills Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, City Mills Hotel serves free self-serve breakfast at Mill House Kitchen and Ba each morning.

Does City Mills Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at City Mills Hotel for a fee of USD 100.00 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does City Mills Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to City Mills Hotel?

The closest major airport to City Mills Hotel is Columbus, GA (CSG-Columbus Metropolitan), which is 5.7 mi away (12 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at City Mills Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at City Mills Hotel.

City Mills Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 911 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1009 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

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled 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 traveler
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

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Fathiya

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

Great Hotel!

Amazing hotel that had been restored to perfection. Everyone at the hotel was very professional and they went above and beyond to help. The restaurant on the premises was also great. Great food and customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

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

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at City Mills Hotel on the river. We loved our room and the location. It’s a short walk on the RiverWalk to downtown shops and dining. Will definitely stay here again when in Columbus!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

antonio, Charlotte

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cam

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

10/10 Excellent

Raegan

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the most incredible stay here! The hotel was so beautiful with the most interesting architecture. Our room had a view of the river, and we had dinner at their restaurant, which was some of the best food ever! Would recommend this location to anyone heading to Columbus and the surrounding areas!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant, Americus

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The City Mills Hotel is beautiful and the area is a pleasure to visit. The Mill House restaurant on site was also delicious. The staff at the hotel and restaurant were great and I look forward to staying there again some day.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice and great for pets…but there’s a $100 pet fee that is not listed on Expedia. Expedia, you need to show the pet fee.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel was s
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025