Temporary Housing

Incoming personnel can contact The Magnolia Inn at Defense Switched Network 312-742-2548 or 662-434-2548 in advance to make arrangements for their first-night stay at Columbus AFB.

Many newcomers stay in the on-base temporary lodging facility, but demand for these units sometimes exceeds capacity, especially during the summer months. Personnel traveling on permanent change of station orders should make advance reservations by calling The Magnolia Inn at 662-434-2548 or DSN 312-742-2548.

Families

TLF units can be used by active duty on leave and retired personnel on a space-available basis. The quarters have kitchen facilities, bedroom area, private bath and other conveniences. Fees are $96, or $106 for pet-friendly facilities, for all ranks regardless of the number of occupants. Please call 10 days prior to arrival to verify availability.

Single Enlisted and Officers

Accommodations are available for enlisted/civilian equivalent and officers in PCS, temporary duty and leave status. The fees for visiting quarters are $89 per night.

Protocol

E-9, O-6 and above may lodge in distinguished visitor’s quarters. Reservations for DVQs must be made through the protocol office. Fees range from $97 per night.

Reservations

Reservations for transient quarters can be made at any time for Department of Defense personnel traveling on official government orders. The member or sponsor can make reservation by phone. Requests for space-available reservations can be made up to 120 days in advance for visitor’s quarters and up to 10 days in advance for TLF units, depending on the occupancy and forecast for availability. All quarters are nonsmoking and check-in time is 2:00 p.m. During PCS season, space-available reservations can be made up to 30 days in advance depending on occupancy and forecast for availability. A computer and printer are in the lobby for guest use. There is also wireless accessibility in all the rooms. There is one unit equipped for individuals with special needs.

Pets

Pets are permitted in only four designated pet-friendly TLF units. Each pet’s vaccination record must be presented at the time of check-in. Guests found with pets in visitor’s quarters, dorms or other spaces that are not designated pet-friendly will be asked to leave and assessed a cleaning fee up to $150.