Columbus Motel

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near CJ Speedway

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
24/7 front desk
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Business services

Explore the area

265 Colonels Dr., Columbus Junction, IA, 52738

CJ Speedway
‪11 min walk‬
Columbus Junction Public Library
‪13 min walk‬
Lover's Leap Swinging Bridge
‪14 min walk‬

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Room options

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

150 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Suite, Non Smoking

150 sq ft
Sleeps 6
3 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

150 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

150 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Columbus Junction

Columbus Motel places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as CJ Speedway and Columbus Junction Public Library. This 46-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, a business center, and express check-out.

What's nearby

CJ Speedway - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Columbus Junction Public Library - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Lover's Leap Swinging Bridge - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Chatauqua Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
Cairo Woods Wildlife Area - 20 min drive - 10.1 miles

Getting around

Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

‪La Hacienda Taqueria - ‬10 min walk
‪Rumors & Excuses Pub - ‬10 min walk
‪Dairy Sweet - ‬3 min drive
‪The Thirsty Camel - ‬8 min drive
‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Columbus Motel

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near CJ Speedway

Columbus Motel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a business center. You'll find limited parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. This hotel also has express check-out.

32-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Phones are also standard.

Languages

English, Spanish

Similar properties

Pool
Kitchen
Pet friendly
Air conditioning

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
Limited onsite parking

Conveniences

24-hour front desk

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

Business center
Meeting rooms

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

2 floors
Built in 1986
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

32-inch TV with cable channels

Air conditioning
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express 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 20 per pet, per night
Dogs and cats only
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 20 per pet, per night
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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

Check-in: noon
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers limited parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.
Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Columbus Inn

Columbus Motel Hotel

Columbus Motel Columbus Junction

Columbus Motel Hotel Columbus Junction

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Columbus Motel?

Columbus Motel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near Columbus Motel?

This hotel is located in Columbus Junction, a short 11-minute walk from Columbus Junction Public Library and also 11 minutes on foot from CJ Speedway. You'll also find Cedar River and Lover's Leap Swinging Bridge within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Columbus Motel?

Yes, there is free RV/bus/truck parking available.

Does Columbus Motel have a casino at the property?

No, Columbus Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Columbus Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Columbus Motel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Columbus Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Columbus Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Columbus Motel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Columbus Motel for a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Columbus Motel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Columbus Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Columbus Motel.

Columbus Motel Reviews

5.8

6.4/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

6/10 Okay

Jake

Jan 12, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

YUKA

Dec 19, 2024

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Dec 10, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bed service they dont have Internet to check aboutreservertioni

Not good I never have the room, but I pay for that I want my money back .

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

bruce

Traveled with group

Nov 20, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

It was ok for 2 guys duck hunting, other than that it needed renovated or closed. The young lady behind the was great. 5 stars to her

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jose

Oct 21, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Oct 20, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wouldn’t recommend unless it’s your last option

We reserved a room for 5 people a day before and they ended up not even having it available/clean. We ended up getting two separate ones and requested non-smoking rooms and ended up having one that smelt like smoke. (My son ended up getting sick because the smell was really strong). Bedsheets looked like they weren’t cleaned, they had stains and some kind of crumbs/food on them. I feel like they could do a better job at cleaning the rooms. The bathroom had dirt/hair and there was dust on everything. The front desk lady was nice though - good customer service.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family

Sep 14, 2024

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

Small and clean

Great place to stay

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Virginia

Traveled with family

Sep 5, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

i put it above the owner cam into our room with out knocking early in the morning parking lot dirty nails dead dried snake - handi cap ramp blocked by owners truck he could see i use a walker

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Joli

Traveled with group

Aug 2, 2024

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Adequate for price, which was thankfully cheap. It did seem clean—which is a huge bonus. No coffee of any kind available. Missing at least 5 lightbulbs and/or fixtures. It appears owners may be trying to update this very old, dated, run down motel, e.g. new paint, new bed covering in one of our rooms, new hall carpet. They have a way to go.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Traveled with family

Jul 29, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alejandro

Jul 25, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I had booked at this motel through expedia, I had to stay an extra night to finish a job I was working at so i rebooked through expedia. The management denied my stay because they say that their prices on expedia are incorrect and they wanted to charge me a different rate which was 30 dollars more than my expedia price which i had paid for already. The owner of this location is a crook and wants to take advantage of out of towners. It's faulse advertisement if you see a price online then then they expect you to pay a higher price when you check in. There isn't any other motels or hotels around, but id rather drive an hour than to give this thief the satisfaction and my business. Worst experience I've ever had.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Business traveler

Jun 23, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very clean remodeled hotel. I was nearby picking up an auction item but ended up needing to pick it up the next day. I put in hotel near me and found this oasis in a small town. Very happy with the room and staff.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Walter

Business traveler

Jan 7, 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Traveled with partner

Jan 2, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We enjoyed our stay while visiting Columbus Junction. The hotel is a bit dated, as can be expected in such a small town. But the rooms were very clean and comfortable and the staff was very kind and thoughtful. We would definitely stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Sep 24, 2023

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

it was clean but old. no ice machine more pillows needed

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Steve

Apr 29, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Tawnee

Oct 17, 2022

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

Eastward travels

It only owned the hotel for a month, he had done a lot of positive changes but there is an off a lot more to go. I believe the hotel had been neglected for quite some time. The carpet was new in the paint and the rooms were new, but the one ply toilet paper and the one bulb above the mirror in the bathroom was a bit disappointing. It was a nice enough place to spend the night but I wouldn’t have wanted to spend more than one night there, The bed wasn’t very comfortable, silver lining, you got exfoliated with your washcloth and towel.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Chris

Sep 12, 2022

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Keely

Nov 22, 2021

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

Was working up there, rooms were clean, area quite.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lester

Business traveler

Oct 4, 2021

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

Clean room

Room was clean showed signs of age. Bed was comfortable but needed more pillows. Furniture was bit outdated.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

2/10 Terrible

DAWN

Traveled with family

Sep 5, 2021

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

When i got there to check in they had lost my reservation and even with the confirmation number they were unwilling/unable to do anything for me. I had to find and book another room. I wasn't sure if I was going to find another hotel that was available that wasn't going to be $200 to $300 a night.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Oct 29, 2020

Disliked: Room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Keith, Bridgewater

Traveled with group

Oct 5, 2020

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

The new owner is really trying to upgrade the property. They took possession of the property in the last half of 2019. The previous bad reviews are not true of the current condition. It is clean, quiet, and being well maintained by the new owners. Windows are new, paint is new, and it is not in bad shape. No it is not a Hampton or a Hilton. It is a good place to stay if you need a room in the area. If I return to the area I would stay there again.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020