"I wasn't aware that the hotel was under renovation; I arrived at 3 AM, and it wasn't easy to find the entry. There was no one at the front desk, so I had to wait for someone to get there. Hammering and drilling noise woke me up when I was trying to rest. Breakfast was a refrigerated sausage biscuit I had to heat up.2019-08-06"
"Good hotel, and I loved the comfortable bed. Nice place to stay.2017-12-17"
"Great hotel. Wonderful location, excellent accommodations, and perfect staff. You'll love this place.2017-04-18"
"Convenient to downtown and close to several wine bars and classy restaurants. A great boutique hotel with nice, comfortable rooms. The staff was super friendly and accommodating, and the complimentary wine and craft beer were a plus. I'll stay here again and will recommend it to friends.2019-08-12"
"This hotel was amazing. We were greeted with drinks when we arrived. The entire place was beautiful, and we absolutely loved our room; every detail was perfect. Wonderful personnel; they were so helpful and friendly. We highly recommend staying here.2019-07-15"
"This was the best hotel experience I've ever had. The property was quirky and fun, and no detail was overlooked. We were enthusiastically greeted by the check-in clerk, who promptly asked if I'd prefer a local beer or wine with my caramel popcorn treat. The beds and pillows were also locally made and were like sleeping on a cloud. Wonderful customer service and southern hospitality. The continental breakfast was just right, and complimentary beer and wine were available in the evening. The $18 parking fee was well worth it, and the valets were prompt. Don't miss this gem.2018-12-02"
"The hotel was spotless inside and out. Great room service and friendly personnel. I recommend staying here.2020-02-01"
"I got a handicap room as requested; it was spacious and wonderful. The staff made me feel at home. Wish I could've stayed longer and taken advantage of the amenities. Highly recommend this hotel.2015-03-09"
"Room was small, and the TV didn't work most of our stay. The repairman came to our room 3 times. A housekeeper entered our room without knocking while we were asleep. Bathroom door wouldn't shut properly. Completely awful stay, especially considering the rates. Don't stay at this hotel.2015-02-23"
"An excellent hotel. I was disappointed that the rooftop bar was closed on Sunday.2020-09-10"
"We loved the architecture, the hotel furnishings, and the general ambiance. The staff was friendly and helpful.2015-09-29"
"The clock in the room didn't work, and there were only 4 hangers provided. The bathroom light was burned out. No hair dryer. The housekeeper left a cleaning rag on the desk. It took 3 tries to have 4 issues resolved. Horrible customer service at the front desk. Don't stay at this hotel.2015-03-30"
"The hotel was conveniently located. Nice, clean room and lobby. The hallways and elevator were a little beat up.2021-06-02"
"Close to everything and easy to access. The hotel was clean, and the room was nice. The staff was friendly, accommodating, and helpful. Stay here.2019-11-13"
"Great location near lots of restaurants. The hotel room was clean and beautiful, with a modern loft style. Friendly, helpful staff and valet service. One of the best, and I travel quite a bit.2017-05-30"
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows pets up to 50 pounds - $175 pet fee if staying 7 nights or more - $75 pet fee if staying fewer than 7 nights. - Jan 2015 < Less
"Good value, and close to restaurants, bars, and retail shops. The hotel was clean and comfortable. There was a gated parking lot; parking cost $14 per night. Great coffee, but the breakfast food wasn't that filling or varied.2022-01-02"
"The hotel was wonderful and clean, and the employees were respectful and helpful. Stay here; it's the best.2021-12-06"
"Great location. The hotel was nice and clean, and the employees were friendly.2018-02-08"
"My hotel stay was fine, but there was no free breakfast or fresh coffee. Parking cost $10 per night.2023-08-12"
"Nice hotel, but the window leaked when it rained.2023-02-16"
"Clean room and courteous hotel staff. Easy walk to various restaurants. Skip the gym and walk the USC's "horseshoe" and historic central campus.2018-12-18"
"The room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. The hotel clerk was helpful with check-in, and I was greeted warmly. I'll definitely stay here again.2024-01-12"
"Great place to stay. The hotel was clean, and the staff was friendly.2021-12-22"
"The room was inviting, and the beds were comfortable. I slept like a log. The hotel clerks were courteous, friendly, and helpful. Luggage carts were available, and we were offered assistance. I was impressed and recommend staying here.2019-06-10"
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
Located in downtown Columbia
5 floors, 93 suites
Heated indoor swimming pool - exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows up to 2 pets per suite - $150 pet fee if staying 30 nights or more - $75 pet fee if staying fewer than 30 nights. - Dec 2021 < Less
"I requested a 1st floor room away from the humid pool, but was given a room on the 2nd floor directly above the pool. Consider other hotels.2023-04-28"
"I had a pleasant hotel stay.2023-03-21"
"New, clean hotel. The mattress was soft, and the shower was huge. Beautiful decor. The employees were friendly, and I enjoyed my stay.2019-04-23"
"There was no hotel clerk available to check me in at 4 AM, and no one to check me out at 3 AM.2023-10-22"
"The hotel was super clean, and the room had plenty of storage. The shower was amazing. Book it.2021-06-17"
"We were pleased with our stay. The room was clean, and the staff was excellent. The hotel clerk was welcoming and caring throughout our stay.2019-03-10"
"The room had been recently renovated, and all the furniture was fresh. The quality of workmanship in the bathroom was poor, though. The hallways were dated. The hotel staff was incredibly nice.2020-08-19"
"The hotel was too close to the train tracks. Bring ear plugs.2019-12-22"
Budget, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
Near Riverbanks Zoo
3 floors, 72 studio suites - no elevator
No swimming pool
Kitchen in every suite
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows up to medium-sized pets only, 2 pets per suite - $10 per night pet fee - $70 maximum per stay pet fee. - Nov 2021 < Less
"The hotel was clean and well-kept. The bed was comfortable, and the bathroom was clean. The clerk gave me 2 bottles of water and a bag of chips when I checked in.2022-07-03"
"Great hotel. All the employees were friendly. The only negative was that water spilled on the floor when I showered. Still, this place is worth a stay.2021-01-07"
"The hotel was nice and exceeded my expectations. The room was cozy and spacious. I definitely recommend staying here.2022-08-27"
"The hotel was nice and extremely clean, and the employees were pleasant. My only disappointment was that the stove didn't work. Great experience otherwise; I recommend staying here.2021-01-16"
"Great hotel stay from start to finish. Check-in was easy, and the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The pool and whirlpool were perfect for winding down after a busy day at Fort Jackson, and the light breakfast and supper were just right. We highly recommend staying here.2016-09-25"
"Nothing in my motel room worked. The lights were burned out, the stove fan didn't work, and there was trash under the bed. The staff didn't answer the phone when I called, and the key card stopped working after the 1st night.2016-11-02"
"The motel was a bit out of the way. The 1st room smelled strongly of smoke, so I asked for a room change. The 2nd room had a strong mint smell, but that was acceptable. The room was a little worn and didn't have the best soundproofing, but I didn't expect much else for the price. The motel was fine for a place to sleep, but I wouldn't want my daughter to stay there by herself.2015-05-04"
"Affordable motel, but housekeeping was awful. We asked for a 1st floor room and were put in a pet room, even though we didn't have a pet. The carpet smelled like urine, and there was old garbage under the sink. I asked for a room change the next day, and was given a room that had been flooded. There were socks hanging in the bathroom. So for the 3rd time, we moved to another room.2015-04-03"
"The motel was OK, but there was a lot of trash in the parking lot. The shower curtain needed to be replaced.2019-09-11"
"My stay was a nightmare. The motel room was dirty, the coffee maker didn't work, and just one styrofoam cup was provided. We were only given two threadbare towels. The hair dryer didn't work. No AC in the lobby. Continental breakfast was some melted chocolate mini doughnuts. A horrible experience.2015-09-02"
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows up to medium-sized pets only, 2 pets per room - $25 per night fee for each pet - $150 maximum per stay fee for each pet. - Dec 2019 < Less
Note: We do not recommend this hotel because of numerous complaints we've received.
"The hotel was really quiet. I'd stay here again.2022-04-24"
"The hotel was OK, but the air vents needed dusting. The beds were comfortable. There was mold in the bathroom.2021-06-11"
"The hotel room was pretty clean; it was fine for the price. There was plenty of hot water for my shower, but my husband said the water was just lukewarm when he showered. The staff was friendly.2020-02-10"
"The rates were high considering that the motel was under construction. There was a fight outside my room one morning that scared me. The desk clerk just said there was nothing he could have done. By the time police arrived, the fight was over. Don't stay here.2021-02-14"
"The motel room smelled like cigarettes, and the furniture had cigarette burns. A woman asked if she could stay in my room until checkout, then asked if I had drugs to sell. Don't stay here.2016-08-13"
"I had to have my key card re-set every day to get back in the room. My room smelled like smoke, and even smelled like marijuana one day. I told the motel clerk, and he said all he could do was leave a note for the supervisor, and she implied I'd be charged if it smelled like smoke when I checked out. Poor service. Don't stay here.2016-04-14"
"The hotel room was clean, and the employees were nice and friendly. Definitely stay here.2023-12-17"
"Very convenient and close to the base. Good rates. The hotel was nice and cozy. My only complaint was a bar of soap on the side of the bathtub.2023-01-29"
"The hotel clerk made me feel uncomfortable.2022-12-23"
"Nice hotel with all the bells and whistles expected at a high-end property. The only drawback was that there was no clock in the room. It was well worth the money to stay here.2024-02-04"
We order the hotels on this page by how close they are to this attraction.
Most of our competitors order these same hotels in other ways that make them more money.
How Do We Define Motel?
To us, motels are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.
At hotels, on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
Hotel Booking Tips
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. +Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas? -
Don't assume you can cancel a non-refundable reservation without penalty if you notify the hotel weeks or even months in advance. +Often you cannot – because some hotels' profit strategy is to get paid more than once for the same room for the same night. -
Always read cancellation policies carefully before you make a reservation. + When is the latest date and time you can cancel without penalty? - More >
When you make a reservation, you will receive a confirmation email. Take a copy with you to the hotel.
The earlier in the afternoon you check into a hotel, the more likely you will get a room or suite that matches your preferences.
