Families, groups and business travelers passing through this part of Mississippi will find the Wingate Inn in Columbus close to golf, fishing, casino gambling, historic home tours and area parks.

Corporate travelers are close to at least seven business parks and corporate HQs.

The Wingate is 12 miles from the Golden Triangle Regional Airport and close to major highways.

The three story hotel features 80 guestrooms, each with a large desk, microwave oven, refrigerator and movies. Guests can start their mornings by diving into complimentary expanded continental breakfasts, then hit the fitness center and whirlpool, swim in the indoor pool and then mingle at managers' receptions Mondays through Thursdays.