Weracoba-St. Elmo Historic District, GA

Columbus

"St. Elmo", one of the most exquisite examples of the classic houses in America, stands in view of this point, it was built on the old Stagecoach Road by Colonel Seaborn Jones, for his wife, Mary Howard Jones. Completed in 1833, it was originally called "El Dorado." Here, Augusta Jane Evans visited her aunt and found inspiration for her celebrated novel "St. Elmo."

As a member of Governor Troup's staff, Seaborn Jones came to the site of Columbus with LaFayette in 1825. Lawyer, painter, solicitor-general of the Ocmulgee Circuit (1817-1818), he was member of Congress in 1835-45- 47. President James K. Polk, President Millard Fillmore, Henry Clay, and General Winfield Scott were distinguished visitors entertained in this house by Colonel Jones.

In 1878, the place became the home of Captain and Mrs. James J. Slade and the name changed to St. Elmo. Captain Slade once conducted a girls school here.
"St. Elmo", one of the most exquisite examples of the classic houses in America, stands in view of this point, it was built on the old Stagecoach Road by Colonel Seaborn Jones, for his wife, Mary Howard Jones. Completed in 1833, it was originally called "El Dorado." Here, Augusta Jane Evans visited her aunt and found inspiration for her celebrated novel "St. Elmo."

As a member of Governor Troup's staff, Seaborn Jones came to the site of Columbus with LaFayette in 1825. Lawyer, painter, solicitor-general of the Ocmulgee Circuit (1817-1818), he was member of Congress in 1835-45- 47. President James K. Polk, President Millard Fillmore, Henry Clay, and General Winfield Scott were distinguished visitors entertained in this house by Colonel Jones.

In 1878, the place became the home of Captain and Mrs. James J. Slade and the name changed to St. Elmo. Captain Slade once conducted a girls school here.

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Weracoba-St. Elmo Historic District Hotel Deals

Stylish 3BR Retreat w Porch and garden

Stylish 3BR Retreat w Porch and garden

2 out of 5
1631 18th Ave Columbus GA
The price is NT$4,041 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
NT$4,041
NT$10,788 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this vacation home in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Weracoba Park and Wild wood park are located ...
Stylish 3BR Retreat w Porch and garden
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus North

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus North

3 out of 5
1711 Rollins Way Columbus GA
The price is NT$3,239 per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
NT$3,239
NT$3,947 total
Jan 28 - Jan 29
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,388 reviews)
Everything was good

Reviewed on 2026/1/14

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus North
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus at Northlake by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus at Northlake by IHG

2.5 out of 5
7336 Bear Ln Columbus GA
The price is NT$2,620 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
NT$2,620
NT$3,223 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (788 reviews)
Nice clean hotel. Great location as well.

Reviewed on 2026/1/16

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus at Northlake by IHG
City Mills Hotel

City Mills Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1801 1st Ave Columbus GA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,079 reviews)
Very nice!

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City Mills Hotel
Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus-North Fort Moore

Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus-North Fort Moore

2.5 out of 5
3452 Macon Rd Columbus GA
The price is NT$1,771 per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
NT$1,771
NT$2,230 total
Jan 28 - Jan 29
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7/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
Professional staff, clean room, no issues, overall: a very good stay for such low price!

Reviewed on 2026/1/15

Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus-North Fort Moore
Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place by IHG

Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place by IHG

3.5 out of 5
21 WEST 14TH STREET Columbus GA
Fully refundable
The price is NT$4,924 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
NT$4,924
NT$5,919 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
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Stay at this hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (534 reviews)
Room was clean, Valet was great, staff was super friendly. Definitely will return next time in Columbus. Doubt I’ll stay anywhere else, highly recommend. Also the view of the river is worth it alone.

Reviewed on 2026/1/14

Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place by IHG
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Weracoba-St. Elmo Historic District, GA