Hotel with Sauna in West Columbia, SC

1. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set in a commercial area off I-26, this laid-back hotel is 5 miles from both the University of South Carolina, and the Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. Columbia Metropolitan Airport is 6 miles away.Relaxed rooms offer Wi-Fi and flat-screens, plus microwaves, coffeemakers and minifridges. Suites add separate living areas with sofabeds. Room service is available.An airport shuttle is complimentary. There’s also a casual bar/restaurant and a lobby lounge, as well as a terrace with a fire pit. Other amenities include an outdoor pool and a gym. Parking and breakfast are available.

Things You Need to Know

  • 7 min drive to Riverbanks Botanical Garden
  • 11 min drive to Columbia Metropolitan Airport
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Guests praised the service, which has a concierge
  • The fitness center has weight machines
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Tamara Keitt

Such an awesome stay! All the staff were very hospitable, and willing to answer questions happily The hotel/room very clean The lobby makes a great area to meet up for drinks or hangout with friends

The only negative thing but also positive is that the hotel is located less than 5 minutes from one of the best hospitals in the city Therefore you hear ambulance sirens frequently We still were able to get great sleep! The shuttle service was ready when we needed and got us to the airport in great time!

Joey Boyack

Traveling from Louisiana to Virginia we needed a break and started Googling hotels in Columbia We usually try to stay at Hampton Inn while on the road but surprisingly the reviews for the 3 I looked at were disappointing I looked into this Hilton Garden Inn and it sounded pretty good and we figured we’d give it a try

This hotel was probably one of the nicest hotels we’ve ever stayed at Both front desk employees were friendly and polite The hotel looked brand new, very clean We got to our room and it was very clean We got the king bed suite (only $9 more than regular) and it was huge! I was glad to see they had a bar/restaurant in this hotel as we were hungry, and although there were plenty of places to eat in the vicinity, we had been in the road for 9 hours and just wanted to relax The bartender was nice and held conversation with us and others we saw sitting at the bar And the food was good and not too expensive either! Had a quiet night and we’re back on the road again Definitely a place to stay at if you are in the area #1…super clean! #2…friendly staff, especially the lady (Gayla, I hope I got your name right) that checked us in!

Melanie Henderson

This is a very nice hotel The rooms are spacious The bathroom and shower were really nice as well

My only complaint was the breakfast The bacon and sausage was burnt The Belgian waffle that says “cooked to order” came out of a cellophane wrapper Then they had the audacity to charge $11 for what equates to a glorified Eggo The location was right off the interstate which very convenient Overall the hotel is really nice with beautiful decor I would stay there againwithout eating the breakfast

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown – the Vista, an IHG Hotel (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set a 5-minute walk from downtown eateries, this casual hotel is 15 minutes’ walk from the University of South Carolina and 5 miles from Riverbanks Zoo & Gardens. It’s 3 miles from Interstate 126.Informal rooms have Wi-Fi, flat-screens and Keurig coffeemakers, as well as minifridges and microwaves. Suites provide pull-out couches.Amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool and a fitness room, plus parking. Breakfast is available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the beds
  • Guests praised the rooms, which have TVs
  • Walking distance to Finlay Park and the Columbia Museum of Art
  • 17 min drive to Columbia Metropolitan Airport
  • Guests mentioned the service is friendly
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an outdoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Timothy Babrick

Timothy is the General Manager at this location, and all I can share as a platinum elite member is how are you the general manager? Our vehicle was towed from the property after parking against a retaining wall where the sign specifically states “Parking Holiday Inn Express and suites by IHG hotels Parking must be paid at front desk Towing Enforced” We placed our tag in our vehicle on dash board

His answer to me was sorry in the contract it states in the fine print vehicle must be legally parked in a space While I understand fine print I must say your training of your employee’s to call one time at 1:15am to inform us you are going to tow our vehicle is absurd Speaking with Timothy on the phone was just as difficult, “nothing I can do for you” he should have read the fine print I began to get frustrated and shared that this was a customer service request and that something should be done, whether that be you pay for the towing, or the room, or any form of acknowledgment we could have done better to try and prevent you from paying $36264 for being towed during the 9hrs you would be on our property What a terrible experience, would never return to this site or interact with Timothy again I am amazed that this is acceptable by the leadership of Holiday Inn, and IHG truly embarrassing

Jeff Donavant

Friendly, professional and helpful staff! Fairly new modern facility Everytime I came in or out I saw an employee cleaning, maintaining or restocking an area of the hotel Quiet location within a few blocks walking distance of downtown Columbia and what it has to offer

Police HQ next door Free parking on premises with a parking deck across the street if the lot is full Outdoor pool as well Will stay here on my next visit to Columbia!

Brian Palmer

The management at this facility are a bunch of thieves I stayed here for 3 nights and I was charged for two separate bookings for the 3 days My sister was charged twice for one night of parking

My mother was charged twice for parking as well They won’t refund our money and are being very unhelpful I can say I will never be staying at any holiday inns again It was a bad experience My room also never got serviced and they’re weren’t enough towels

3. Comfort Suites Columbia at Harbison (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off I-26, this relaxed all-suite hotel is a mile from the Columbiana Centre shopping mall and 7 miles from Riverbanks Zoo & Garden.Offering free Wi-Fi, the warmly decorated suites also have flat-screen TVs, sitting areas and desks. All include microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers, and some feature whirlpool tubs. The 1-bedroom suites add separate living spaces.Freebies include hot breakfast and parking. Additional amenities include an exercise room, an indoor pool and a hot tub, as well as a coin-operated laundry.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests mentioned the rooms are large
  • 4 min drive to Frankie’s Fun Park
  • Guests mentioned the bathrooms are unclean
  • 17 min drive to Columbia Metropolitan Airport
  • Guests liked the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned “shopping malls” 14 times
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 18 times
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Larry Walker

Wow I understand $95 bucks a nights for basic, but this is worse Room stinks of what I can only hope is old cigars

Holes in my curtains When I fall into my bed all I feel is springs Springs you say? Surely that can’t be true But it be true Horrible mattress and pillows worse Surprisingly, the hot breakfast is decent Avoid this joint unless desperateyikes

Nina Brown

The room seemed cleaned and it was a nice size While i was visiting family the sink in the bathroom backed up and flooded which left the floor wet as well as under the floor boards When i returned i alerted the night time clerk and he assisted with towels

He stated the hotel was at it max and i could not be moved The sheets had a stain which i had to put towels over to sleep i check out of the hotel before my original check out time I contacted the hotel manager Monday morning and she stated to email her the photos of the room and i did I followed up twice which i still haven’t received a response I booked through a 3 party vendor so of course, they don’t care because they’re only getting a percentage of what i paid which is probably more than booking through hotel myself The location of the hotel was the best highlight, close to highway, across the street from the mall and on the same lot as walmart and other brandstore

Laura Bibby

Where do I start Ok We got there for an overnight stay, we were impressed with the nice lobby and polite staff so we paid the $165 for a room

When we got to the room, we opened the door to a smell of stagnant, moldy air, a huge puddle of water in front of the fridge, torn curtains, a broken side table, broken headboards, questionable stains on the couch, damp towels and bed sheets, and an OdorStop machine running on the deskAll three of us started coughing uncontrollably, presumably because of the mold, and decided this was not going to work We called the front desk and were able to switch roomsThe next room, while much better, still smelled of mold, had a dirty towel in the bathtub, and the plastic coffee filters provided didn’t fit the coffee makerAgain, staff were very nice and accommodating which is the only reason we give this place a 2 star For $165 for a 12 hour stay, we’d expect a much better experience than what we got This place needs some serious TLC

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

In a commercial area alongside Route 21, this informal all-suite hotel is 3 minutes’ walk from the South Carolina State Museum and 3 miles from the Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.Relaxed suites with modern accents feature desks, living areas and kitchenettes, as well as free WiFi and flat-screen TVs.Freebies include a hot buffet breakfast and parking. There’s also a bar, an indoor pool and a fitness center, in addition to 3 meeting rooms, a business center, a convenience store and a coin-operated laundry.

Things You Need to Know

  • Walking distance to the South Carolina State Museum and South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Museum
  • 16 min drive to Columbia Metropolitan Airport
  • Guests liked the large, clean rooms but some disliked the air conditioning
  • Guests liked the service
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • Guests praised the indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Jason Hancock

This hotel feels older than it should From the old swipe room keys to the feel of the room the hotel needs a refresh The curtains for the window didn’t really block much light, leading us to dig out our eye masks for the first time on the trip

The elevator seemed to operate on its own time, so after the first use we just used the stairs The side entry door was often situated so it wasn’t secure, meaning anyone could walk into the side entry The bathroom needed a refresh, and the TV system was a leftover from the early 2000’sIt isn’t all bad The location is pretty good to experience the vibe of The Vista and the Publix supermarket is a very short walk The pool was fine, though an old chlorine pool and the breakfast was descent for the post-pandemic Marriott properties All in all, I will skip this hotel the next time I return to Columbia

Katie W

We made the reservation based on reviews, availability of a king with an extra bed, and location To sum up my experience on the evening we arrived: I wish I could just go homeThe bed wasn’t very comfortable

The conditioner and body wash bottles were empty, and I didn’t realize it until I was already showering The air conditioner was deafeningly loud, and it was right by the bed I wish there had been a ceiling fan or something for air flow because we just couldn’t sleep with the a/c runningTo be fair, I’ll give a few pros: Decent scent in room The presence of a sofa bed and trundle bed in the room with a king, too Not a common feature! The shower had good water pressure The air conditioner worked, it was just insanely loudAll in all, unfortunately no, I wouldn’t stay here again

Michelle Roberson

Bait and switch I booked a king bed a month in advance I arrived, checked in, and my room had 2 double beds

I complained, and was told they are queens and that’s all they have Major concert in town and everyone is booked up I have a queen at home, these are not queens My husband and I woke all night long I would have been better off at a motel I travel for work and will not be booking Marriot again

5. Aloft Columbia Downtown (3-star hotel)

  • Address: 823 Lady St, Columbia, SC 29201
  • Phone: (803) 445-1900
  • Ratings: 4.4 (658 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Aloft Columbia Downtown
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 12:00 PM
  • Quick Summary: Warm rooms in a hip, contemporary lodging offering a colorful bar, a terrace & a fitness room.

About this hotel

Set amid restaurants, bars and art galleries, this trendy, contemporary hotel is 10 minutes’ walk from the South Carolina State Museum, a mile from the Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park, and 7 miles from Columbia Metropolitan Airport.Warm rooms with vibrant accents provide complimentary Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus minifridges and coffeemakers.A colorful bar features a fireplace. Other amenities include a terrace, a fitness room and a pool table, along with a kids’ club, coin-operated laundry facilities and parking (fee). Breakfast is available for a surcharge.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the rooms
  • Walking distance to Finlay Park and the South Carolina State Museum
  • 17 min drive to Columbia Metropolitan Airport
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 27 times
  • The fitness center has weight machines

Feedback From Real Customers

Jennifer Martin

Good hotel for young people traveling with dogs If you are not that, you probably will not care for this place Elevator and second floor smelled of dogs, room didn’t have a clean feel or smell

Very dark dated rooms Loud guestsThey put a lot into first floor amenities aimed at the younger crowd I was there for one night for business There are better options for business travelers in downtown Columbia

Jack Claypoole

The Aloft served as the host hotel for our recent family reunion It’s central location allowed for folks coming from five different states to not have to rent cars since it’s in walking distance to food and activities The Aloft team took outstanding care of our crew for four days – everything was perfect

Attentive, friendly staff and super facilities

TL Reynolds

Excellent room for low and reasonable price Everything exceeded expectations There is also artwork on the walls from local artists available for purchase

In the rooms, drybar is the sponsor of all bathroom soaps/loations Parking is around the corner and it is cheaper if you pay at the garage than hotel if not using valet services This was our first time staying at Aloft and we look forward to our next visit!

6. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Less than 7 miles’ drive from Lake Murray, this modern hotel is under 15 miles’ drive from Columbia Metropolitan Airport.All rooms offer chic decor and custom-designed beds, plus flat-screen TVs with premium cable channels, minifridges, microwaves, desks and free WiFi. Rooms with whirlpool tubs are available.A cooked-to-order breakfast is available (fee) and there’s an on-site restaurant serving American cuisine, as well as a fashionable lounge and a 24/7 pantry. There’s also a 24/7 fitness center and an indoor pool. Additional amenities include flexible meeting rooms and a business center, plus free parking.

Things You Need to Know

  • 5 min drive to Frankie’s Fun Park
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Some guests complained about the showers
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 22 times
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an indoor pool
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Shayla Kelly

I loved the location, it was close to anything you’d want or need as far as dining and shopping The lobby and public areas seems to be renovated which is great I knew the hotel was older by the one functioning elevator

We had a two queen beds room It was spacious! The carpet and the bathroom were super dated Overall, nice experience 👌🏾

joey desilets

The location was conveniently located next to some nice restaurants and stores The staff was very nice The food was excellent

The mini store in lobby was way over priced The hallways were hot and have this mildew smell The room itself was decent The whirlpool tub was nice being a tall guy it’s not easy to find a tub to take a bath in The shower could use some help water temp is awesome but that shower head sucks no pressure and it sprayed everywhere except down The bathroom gets hot very quick with door shut due to no working vents Toilet had some flushing issues Electronic door lock stopped working properly The room had some nasty stain brown stain on the floor that was sticky to touch after stepping on it Pillows were very nice Bed was horrible felt every spring in the mattress my wife having back problems this bed definitely didn’t help Woke up so sore and unrested Found cigar clippings all over the floor next to the bed

G Marie

Bad experience from the beginning Drove 3 hours to stay one night, as my son has a tournament for Taekwondo, and we couldn’t even park b/c there was an event at the hotel leaving NO parking for guests The receptionist ignored me for at least 2 minutes after I arrived at the desk

There were NO other guests at the desk, and she appeared to be on her phone She knew there was no parking, but was basically like “I have no solution for you” Rooms smaller than expected, stains all over the floor, and the bed’s sheet have holes All the money we pay, they should be able to afford new sheets! I should have brought my own sheets! Probably wouldn’t choose to stay here again Too expensive for poor service, no parking, and dingy room Disappointed!

7. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This sophisticated hotel is 1 mile from the South Carolina State Museum and 3 miles from Riverbanks Zoo.Modern rooms and suites with vaulted ceilings and hardwood floors offer free Wi-Fi, desks, flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers; some have whirlpool tubs. Upgraded rooms provide access to a lounge with complimentary breakfast and evening appetizers.A restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. There’s also a trendy martini bar in a historic bank vault, as well as a hip rooftop lounge/bar and a fitness center.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the beds
  • Walking distance to Soda City Market and the Columbia Museum of Art
  • Guests mentioned “Icemaker” 10 times

Feedback From Real Customers

Evan Shearin

I’ve stayed here several times while in town on business The staff is always friendly and competent The beds are soft and comfortable

However, the beds are king sized, even when some of the rooms are really too small to accommodate a bed that size In a couple of rooms, the bed was so large that I couldn’t pull the desk chair outThe refurbished building is beautiful, the basement Starbucks is convenient, and the rooftop bar is a very cool experience But the building shows it’s age in some of the fixtures

Melissa

Outstanding historic building formerly a bank Lobby has the original bank vault which leads to a cozy bar Beautiful corner suite with views of downtown

Room was very clean, staff were friendly and ready to make recommendations for the area Hotel has an amazing I got rooftop bar with amazing city views Tons of great restaurants all within walking distance, very clean and safe downtown area If you manage to travel on the weekend they have a street market every Saturday every week of the year with lots of art vendors, food truck, fresh flowers and musicians There is valet parking that cost $24 a night plus tips No restaurant on premises, loved our stay and definitely will stay again!

jasonbwell

I loved the architecture of the building It really has an old school vibe Location is awesome

My only issue is parking They do offer valet Amazing view from the rooftop bar but no food There are tons of options within walking distance The Starbucks below it is the coolest I have seen Kind of has a speakeasy vibe The elevator will take you straight to it It’s unique and for that I say it’s worth a stay I will be back

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbia West/Lexington (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

In an understated building, this casual extended-stay hotel is a half mile from I-26, 3 miles from Riverbanks Botanical Garden and 5 miles from the Riverbanks Zoo & Garden.The informal studio, 1- and 2-bedroom suites offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and kitchens, plus sitting areas with sofabeds.Hot breakfast is complimentary, as is grocery delivery. Other amenities include a BBQ, a fitness center and coin-operated laundry facilities, plus an outdoor pool.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the rooms, which have kitchenettes
  • 8 min drive to the Riverbanks Zoo
  • 11 min drive to Columbia Metropolitan Airport
  • Guests praised the service
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • The fitness center has weight machines
  • Guests praised the outdoor pool
  • Guests liked the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Helmer Korb

No hotel is perfect, but when every effort is made to try for it one must be thankful The staff is amazing as other guests have said in their reviews Recently I stayed at an Extended Stay in Baton Rouge which I wouldn’t wish on anyone

Compared to that, this place is luxury livingI have been here for four weeks in two separate stays over the last month and total of three different rooms If I may share things to improve, two things The TV has major lag time in each room Takes like 3 seconds or more to respond to the remote, even asked for new batteries but every room the same Not sure what data needs to be streamed for corporate but even scrolling through menu is so slow it will make you angry The last item is like most hotels, some motion sensor in the room will shut off the AC in the middle of the night so save energy so I tend to be hot and yet to make it through one night without waking up in total heat around 3:30am A simple walk in the room and it comes onOverall four stars with suggestions Thanks much to the staff

Kendall Christian

I’ve stayed here a few times when in town for work If you have a pet, the rooms are not as clean unfortunately Biggest issue is the temperature in the gym

3rd time I’ve stayed and it was over 80 degrees Today at 6:30 PM I addressed the issue with the front desk and he informed me that it wasn’t working to yet come back later and tell me it was changed from 71 to 78 degrees earlier in the day So you lied about it being broken because you didn’t want to take the time to change it? They put care into happy hour for guest but will not accommodate a temperature for a guest in the gym As a Marriott Bonvoy member I try to stay loyal to the Marriott brand because of the dedication to the service and care of the staff, but the level of care here is definitely more of a 1 star establishment

Cindy Boe

We arrived after 4:00p and had to wait 2 hours for our room “to be cleaned” The front desk personnel were not friendly and when not checking someone in they sat in the lobby staring at their phones When we were finally able to get inside our room it was FILTHY

Hair on the bathroom floor, HAIR ON THE SHOWER FLOOR, carpet stains, dead bugs, stain on sofa bed and desk chair and a toy left behind from former guestThe room was dirty and in an unsanitary state We went to the desk and informed the two employees They barely responded nor acted surprised We left the hotel

9. Hyatt Place Columbia/Harbison (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off Interstate 26, this relaxed hotel is 3 miles from Harbison State Forest and a mile from Frankie’s Fun Park.Laid-back rooms provide free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, living areas and minifridges, plus tea and coffeemakers.Parking is complimentary. Amenities include a casual cafe/bar, 24/7 dining and a convenience store. There’s also a gym and an outdoor pool, as well as a business center and meeting space.

Things You Need to Know

  • 4 min drive to Frankie’s Fun Park
  • Guests praised the service
  • Some guests disliked the unclean bathrooms and the showers
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests mentioned microwaves 18 times
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Heather Poff

So I hate to write a bad review but I absolutely wouldn’t go back I was given my room and went up to unload and someone was already in the room I walked into someone else’s room

Shower had hair all over and the shower curtain had mold And I was only there to sleep was gone most of the time But front desk was left unattended and the employees that waited on me were friendly but didn’t seem to know exactly how to help Check out was fine the employee was kind and friendly

Heather Morris

We had a very poor experience here We checked in approximately about 6pm We go to our room to find it hasn’t been touched since the last guest had left

The bed wasn’t made, trash cans full, towels on the corner in the bathroom floor and the fridge was full of leftover alcohol andfood We called the front desk and we were told they would send up housekeeping immediately We asked to be switched to another room and were informed they are completely booked We waited thirty minutes and no one showed up We again called the front desk and they said they would page housekeeping A few minutes later they called to let us know they were switching our room I asked, once we went to the front desk, why did they tell us they were booked if there was a room available The employee explained that a guest decided to leave I don’t buy it, but it was clean and amazingly it was right next to our previous room I understand places are short staffed but just provide me with good customer service and be honestI have pics but they won’t post

Sharon Czeresko

First off, the entire staff was extremely helpful, hardworking and friendly If this review was solely based on staff I’d have no doubt given a 5 star review However, the property itself is in extreme need of some help

Just feels old, tired and begging for a deep Clean Stained carpeting and walls, trash in the halls and poor lighting Very little in the way of supplies (even the snack market was a bit sparse And the elevators (aside from being slow) were loud and scary Overall, the room itself was fairly clean, but still felt dark and tired Stayed here years ago and I guess I’d expected it to have been kept up Definitely convenient location and I felt safe inside and out of the building Just not what I would have expected from a product with the Hyatt name Likely wouldn’t choose this hotel next time I’m sorry, wish I had a better review

10. Wingate by Wyndham Columbia / Lexington (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Just off I-20, this straightforward hotel is 7 miles from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, and 9 miles from the South Carolina State Museum.The casual rooms have free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and desks, plus minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. Suites add separate living areas with pull-out sofas. Kids 17 and under with an adult stay for no charge.Amenities include complimentary hot breakfast and parking for large vehicles, as well as an outdoor pool, a hot tub and a fitness center. There’s also a lounge bar and a 24-hour business center, in addition to meeting rooms, laundry facilities and a convenience store.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the rooms
  • 10 min drive to the Riverbanks Zoo
  • 16 min drive to Columbia Metropolitan Airport
  • Guests praised the service
  • Guests praised the straightforward hotel
  • Guests praised the breakfast

Feedback From Real Customers

Paul Luis

We stayed on north side and we heard a few sirens when we first got to our place of the 4th floor We thought we might hear that all night long but we both didn’t hear any street noise all night It’s a give and take being close to freeway

The room is very nice The only area I dropped a star was the bathroom I don’t know why the builders didn’t put fans in bathrooms Without fans, you end up with more wear in the bathroom Compared to other hotels on our cross country trip, this was one of the better bathroomsFood/breakfast was great Bacon crispy, nothing was empty at 9am And they had someone servicing the area as neededThe stairwell didn’t have a/c, but was clean Shows the that hidden areas are getting cleaned Someone here is managing very well this hotel Thanks!We’d stay here again

Nicole O

Overall, this is a very nice hotel, but it could be better Just left Saturday morning The breakfast is excellent

The pool should be cleaned by staff more often We went in it a couple of times and we had stranger’s hair wrap around our arms and legs (gross) and there were bird feathers and bugs in the water The only other thing I had an issue with is housekeeping We were told housekeeping does not clean the room until the third day of your stay, and you had to request it They should come every day unless you have the do not disturb sign on the door Or at least every other I’ve never stayed anywhere where I had to wait until 3 days into my stay and then call and request housekeeping Location is very convenient and the bed was very comfortable

DAVIS ELITE ATHLETES

We stayed at the Wyndham location and the stay itself was good 2 issues 1 was handled the other was a pure lie1

Sheets had a NASTY stain on it (Manager on staff was awesome and helped us)2 We were literally In the pool and were told they needed to add chlorine and we could go back within a few minutes 2 days laterpool was not open The pool was the main reason we choose this hotel because of the 114 degree weatherIt’s unfortunate but the rate wasn’t adjusted Such is life

11. Best Western Executive Inn & Suites (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off Interstate 20, this straightforward hotel is 6 miles from the Columbia Museum of Art and 9 miles from Columbia Metropolitan Airport.Relaxed rooms have free Wi-Fi, and TVs with cable channels, plus microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers. Suites add pull-out sofas and/or whirlpool tubs.Free perks include breakfast and parking. There’s also a seasonal outdoor pool and a fitness center, in addition to a business center and a meeting room.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms, which have refrigerators
  • 7 min drive to the Riverbanks Zoo
  • 13 min drive to Columbia Metropolitan Airport
  • Guests liked the service
  • Guests praised the breakfast

Feedback From Real Customers

bogojt

Cannot say enough good thing about this hotel The staff is very friendly and professional On top of that they were willing to work with me on an unexpected early checkout

I have been to this hotel several times over the course of a year and every time has exceeded expectations Rooms are very clean, hot breakfast and good coffee Thank you to the staff and management for working hard to make the stay enjoyable Two Thumbs Up!!

Schuyler Huff

Friendly staff 5/5Now let’s get to the roomBed super soft my boyfriend and I both where out like lights We did have a King sweet and im pretty sure we stayed in room 310

It was clean, probably one of the nicer BW we have stayed in in quit some timeBathroom I really wanna give a 45 shower was AMAZING, it has perfect water pressure and they know ya boy likes it HOT The only downfall of the bathroom was the toilet It was connected to anything so when you sat on it, it moved a lotThe nature of our stay was just one night decided not to drive home through all the storms and found this place for a great price I would honestly stay here again and hope the toilet was better secured

Deborah Crawford

When checking in I told the lady at the desk that my husband smokes and where were the designated areas She told me where I initialed the parts where it says smoking in room is $250 charge

My husband smoked outside but when we left they added $250 to my charge card They said they can prove he smoked in the room I asked the how, The answer was they do this all the time and they charge when people smoke inside I asked about the dope smoke smell in the hall and she says they charged everyone that smokes So I guess because I stated up front there would be a smoker in the room and the halls reeked of smoke when we arrived I was on the list So just to forewarn if you smell the dope smoke on your way in just know you will be charged whether you smoke or not If your clothes smell then be prepared to have a charge whether you smoke in the room or use their smoking area I am a non-smoker and I did not smell anything in our room at anytimeso just saying

12. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Cayce (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set in a tranquil area next to the Congaree Creek Heritage Preserve, this modern hotel is less than a mile from Interstate 77 and 12 miles from the Riverbanks Zoo & Garden.The unfussy rooms feature sitting areas, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, as well as minifridges, and tea and coffeemakers. Suites add separate living rooms with pull-out couches. Cribs are available.Parking is complimentary. There’s a cozy restaurant/bar; breakfast is available. Other amenities include a fitness center, an outdoor pool and a coin-operated laundry.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the unfussy rooms
  • 10 min drive to South Carolina Military Museum
  • 12 min drive to Columbia Metropolitan Airport
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 14 times
  • Guests mentioned showers 16 times
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an outdoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Law Abiding

I thought it was a new hotel but once I started examining closely, I could see it it’s beginning to show some age It wasn’t horrible by any meansThe bed was too soft for my back and the sheets and pillows were average at best

Lots of parking, small pool and no breakfastOverall I’d do it again for a short stay

Sue Knapp

Convenient, yes We stayed here 1 night Memorial Day weekend Did not receive a request to submit a review so posting here

Can not recommend this place Tiny, tiny fridge in room The Starbucks everyone raves about was NOT open the night and morning we were there They aren’t kidding about nothing being in the area, so this was huge For the price we paid ($200 for 1 night), free coffee, tea and ice water in the lobby seems the least they could have done

Pat P

DO NOT take room 424

something on the roof above sounds like a nuclear plant stops and startsvery loud There is no parking in front of hotel so it’s a walk to your car (you can go through pool area in back but you have two security doors to mess with Shower design A+ water pressure F-(slightly better than a drip) Two small glasses of Prosecco $2400 without waiter Good location for expressway

13. Tru by Hilton Columbia Greystone (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

In a leafy area off Interstate 126/Highway 76, this relaxed hotel is less than a mile from Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, and 3 miles from bars and eateries in Downtown Colombia.Streamlined rooms with a modern vibe have Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minifridges.There’s a fitness room, as well as a convenience store, and a lobby lounge with bright, contemporary decor. Breakfast and parking are available.

Things You Need to Know

  • The rooms have refrigerators
  • 14 min drive to Columbia Metropolitan Airport
  • Guests praised the service
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 18 times
  • Guests liked the beds, mentioned 29 times in reviews
  • The fitness center has elliptical machines and treadmills

Feedback From Real Customers

K Law

My husband and I stayed a night here for the Elton John concert I was very impressed Felt like a newer building and had multiple entries that only opened with a room key so it felt safe

The staff were all very friendly and helpful The entire building felt clean and welcoming Our room was small but based on the photos I knew that going in The bed was comfortable and clean, the bathroom was clean and organized with towels set up and easy to get to I loved the dispensers for the soaps and shampoos The shower was beautiful and everything just felt nice The breakfast was so much better than expected You had your basics of yogurt, an apple, bagels and cereal, but they also had oatmeal, eggs, sausage, pancakes and English muffins Would absolutely come here again Easy check in and even easier check out Well lit parking lot and felt like a safe area over all Thank you so much!

William Andrew Sheppard

This is the second Tru in which I have stayed Much like the other Tru, it is decorated in a modern minimalist style Rooms are very small but clean and with comfortable beds

The lobby has a billiards table and an array of little nooks for reading or doing work Staff was very friendly and the hotel is located near the zoo and Saluda Riverwalk Only reason it is not 5 stars is the room size This is Columbia, SC, not Manhattan, there is no reason a modern hotel room should be this small

14. Hilton Columbia Center (4-star hotel)

  • Address: 924 Senate St, Columbia, SC 29201
  • Phone: (803) 744-7800
  • Ratings: 4.5 (1246 reviews) Excellent Eco-certified
  • Website : Hilton Columbia Center
  • Check-in time: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: High-end hotel offering rooms with panoramic city views, plus an outdoor pool, steakhouse & bar.

About this hotel

Located in Columbia’s bustling Congaree Vista district with its upscale shops and eateries, this high-end hotel is a 2-minute walk to Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and a 13-minute walk to South Carolina State Museum.All rooms offer chic decor, floor-to-ceiling windows (with panoramic city views) and custom-designed beds, plus desks, minifridges, flat-screen TVs and free WiFi. Suites add separate living areas and pull-out sofas.Amenities include a steakhouse restaurant, a cocktail bar, a 24/7 fitness center, and a heated outdoor pool and hot tub. There’s also a business center and 8,000 sq ft of meeting space.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the rooms, which have kitchenettes
  • Walking distance to The Vista and the South Carolina State House
  • 17 min drive to Columbia Metropolitan Airport
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 28 times
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an outdoor pool
  • Guests praised the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Whitney Ince

My favorite Hilton Hotel as a business traveler This hotel is older but has been well cared for and updated The rooms are spacious with very comfortable beds and nice furniture

The staff is always very accommodating and the parking is the best for a downtown urban hotel as it’s a secure garage attached to the lobby so if it’s raining you won’t get wetIt’s less then a 5 minute walk from parking garage to your roomRuth Chris is lobby is good and hotel is less then one block from many other restaurants

Gloria Gaillard

Our stay was enjoyable! The room was clean, and the staff was polite and friendly Dinner at the restaurant downstairs (Ruth Chris) was great The only reason for not giving a 5 star rating was because the mattress slips on the beds wooden platform and the pillows could be more comfortable

Otherwise a great hotel, very clean, very nice!

Alan G

I said Hilton hotels All the time but usually lower end ones like Hampton inn when I’m traveling or going to see friends This Hilton Columbia center was fantastic Very clean very nice rooms and great amenities

But most importantly the front desk the people there were great the service was so good The person who helped check me in the first day saw me on the third day when I was leaving and remembered me and mentioned that I was able to get free breakfast since I was a diamond member Just the fact that she remembered me I thought was very surprising That’s what I call great service

15. Quality Inn & Suites (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

This unassuming hotel is 9.2 miles from Lake Murray and 9.3 miles from Columbia Metropolitan Airport.The casual rooms have en suite bathrooms, free WiFi and cable TV, as well as minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. Suites add kitchens and/or whirlpool tubs.Free continental breakfast is provided. The hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool, guest laundry facilities and free parking for buses, trucks and RVs.

Things You Need to Know

  • Walking distance to the Lexington County Museum and Virginia Hylton Park
  • 19 min drive to Columbia Metropolitan Airport
  • Guests liked the service
  • Guests praised the outdoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Jimmy Jeter

I actually booked this hotel by accident but I decided to at least examine the assigned room before changing to my original intent As it turned out, the room appeared clean, the bed seemed comfortable, the A/C was working properly, there was a microwave and refrigerator, as well as an iron and ironing board with a new cover — so I decided to stay My experience was great

The motel seemed heavily booked but there was no abnormal noise from all of the traffic The front desk personnel were friendly and I was struck at how much they seemed to care about the quality of my stay I didn’t realize they had a breakfast each morning until I was checking out at the end of the week, but what I saw at that time appeared to be a quality breakfast in the motel dining area In the future, I will not hesitate to use this property again and I want to say thanks to the motel staff for doing such a great job

Taylor Marlow

My fiance and I had the most fun in this room Compared to any of the other hot tub rooms in a 10 mile radius and the pricing of it it is hands down unbeatableThe hot tub itself is the biggest I’ve ever seen

Every time I get enough points from staying at the equality inn on Augusta road or Clarion I always go to this hotel Using my choice hotel reward points

tessa Trammell

It was over priced for quality and they did not honor the pricing I was quoted with choice who does their booking My bathroom had water leaking from the wall into the floor if you ran the sink It is a smoking room and the vent fan didn’t work so you lose privacy leaving the door open to air out

maintenance was supposed to come for water leak and vent fan nobody showed 3 night stay the staff was very friendly except for one very rude man at the front desk We killed 3 roaches tonight We check out in the morning One in bathroom, one by the little by the small couch and one on the lamp shade by the bed It was a quiet stay for a populateded area That was goodWe were assured wifi never were able to connect We were assured there were smart TV’s that we could use our prime and netflix on there are not any smart TVs here, misinformation Front desk blames who does their booking for misinformation I was given the wrong Check in time and advised if I extended an extra day it would be at same rate I extended after my first day at front desk but it wasn’t in the computer so I was thought by other front desk employees to be checking out had to do another reservation even after working with me some it was a much higher price The quiet is all I recommend and the friendliness of staff except one very rude man at the desk and I wouldn’t recommend the breakfast no matter if you show up when it starts in middle or end the lady is sitting talking none of the hot food is prepared and she acts like the world is going to come to an end to provide it, maybe shes a volunteer and we really did inconvenience her Dang she had me apologizing to her for asking her to get food put out very bad attitude The things you fix yourself are available but not the hot food unless you ask her to make it 3 days my husband was able to get one biscuit and one slice of sausage and that was a few minutes after breakfast started So bojangles, he had to buy when he was supposed to have free breakfast available here before he left for work He said she was sitting talking my same experience A guest had to show me how to use the waffle iron and he loudly complained to her that there was no hot food that morning I guess she’s paid to hold conversation I had to ask her to make me eggs she had an attitude about it There was supposed to be eggs sausage and gravy and hot biscuits that morning she was sitting at a table talking and there was 2 biscuits no sausage no gravy at 7 am The service manager gave me a slight discount for the last day stay that is still $20 above what I agreed to before all of this She was nice but no no no never ever again unless someone comes thru in a much better way Still great cleaning ladies just awesome and all front desk nice but one rude and the lazy woman who was in charge of breakfast

16. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Adjacent to the University of South Carolina, this straightforward hotel is an 11-minute walk from the South Carolina State House.Contemporary-styled rooms offer free WiFi, desks with ergonomic chairs, flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers. Suites add separate living areas and minifridges.Social spaces include a living room-style lobby. The American restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. There’s also a business center with workstations and printers, and 3 meeting rooms. Other amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool, an exercise room and free on-site parking.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the rooms and praised the beds
  • Walking distance to the South Carolina State House and McKissick Museum
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 18 times
  • The fitness center has weight machines

Feedback From Real Customers

J Shlds

I can’t say enough about how great and friendly the staff here was; everyone from the front desk folks, to the shuttle drivers, the maintenance staff, bartenders and room cleaning folks were just spectacular! 👌 The room was great, wish the bathroom and tub could have been a little bigger but overall we are very happy with our stay The location is great and even better with the free hotel shuttle We would love to stay here again mostly due to the great staff 🙌

Carrie Sease

Ehh Stay somewhere else, it’s fine and it did the job, but the rooms are outdated, they were painting half of the rooms on the floor so it wasn’t very crowded We were driving halfway so just stayed one night

It’s in a decent location to campus but I’ve stayed in much nicer hotel rooms that have more amenities and are cleaner The shower had the shampoo/conditioner/body wash mounted on the wall so it wasn’t nice little individual bottles to use Yuck The garage is TIGHT and super short clearance Just go somewhere newer

mike williams

The best location available in Columbia if you wish to be near the railroad tracks and the main road i was there with a team for a USC event as well as a couple other teams, we were lucky only had to wait 45 minutes for our rooms, one of the other teams didn’t get there’s until late that evening One of the staff told me that it was hard to clean rooms without elevators working, evidently 2 days before both elevators were out of service so they did there best by using the stairs

It was fun getting to meet all the other guests as we waited a minimum of 5 minutes to catch the one elevator as the other one was still out of service, yet the front desk told several guests that it was working, maybe it was a invisible elevator I was told that the hotel has a new owner which explains a lot because we have stayed here many times over the years and it has always been very okexcept for the constant noise from the street and the train horn at 3 and 5 am in the morning If you are fortunate to get a room facing the pool then it’s not too bad Breakfast was well not good, runny eggs, pink bacon, and lots of fiber “ie coffee grounds” in the coffee This is by far and away the noisiest hotel in town, albeit it is the closest to a lot of areas on campus, so if you want, you won’t have to walk far, but you won’t get much sleep Only hotel I have been in that actually has a white noise machine next to the bed That should be a red flag right there, Here’s your signOh well we aren’t going to use them anymore so water under the bridge Just thought I’d let you know new owner is way worse than old owner One positive was my room was nice and comfy, just wasn’t able to use it for sleeping, but it was great for everything else

17. Comfort Suites (3-star hotel)

  • Address: 325 W Main St, Lexington, SC 29072
  • Phone: (843) 491-4192
  • Ratings: 4.4 (484 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Comfort Suites
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 12:00 PM
  • Quick Summary: Simple all-suite lodging offering bright rooms & an indoor pool, plus free Wi-Fi & hot breakfast.

About this hotel

Off the US-1 Highway, this casual, all-suite hotel is a 9-minute walk from the Lexington County Museum and 11 miles from Riverbanks Zoo.The bright, understated suites feature pillow-top mattresses, plus seating areas with pull-out sofas, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. All have microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers; some offer whirlpool tubs.Freebies include hot breakfast and parking. There’s also an indoor pool, a fitness center and an elegant lobby with seating. A business center and convenience store are also available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the large, clean rooms and the beds
  • Walking distance to the Lexington County Museum and Virginia Hylton Park
  • 19 min drive to Columbia Metropolitan Airport
  • Guests liked the friendly service, which has a concierge
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Kevin McGrath

We have stayed here a few times and it has been excellent every time The entire staff has been friendly and professional The pool is nice for the kids

It is also maintained well and kept cleanThere are many restaurants within walking distanceA special thank you to “Mr P” The matinance man who was able to retrieve my wife’s earring from the bathtub drainI’m definitely a repeat customer

Penny Peters

Everything about this place is outstanding! The room is well-designed and very comfyEnjoyed the breakfast selections and the outdoor space is large & comfortable, as are the common areas We’ve stayed at many places and THIS place far exceeded our expectations!You can’t go wrong staying here

AND the staff is helpful, professional and friendly They deserve a raise and a 10-star rating all the way!

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