"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 hotel room layout was nice, but the view out the back wasn't. Ask for a room on a higher floor and on the Assembly Street side.2018-04-03"
"The hotel was great. I loved the room and view.2018-03-06"
"The hotel was OK.2017-12-19"
"Great experience. The room was clean, and the hotel clerk was professional. Good exercise room. I recommend staying here.2017-03-07"
"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"
"The hotel was conveniently located, and the staff was friendly and helpful.2016-05-22"
"This hotel was convenient, clean, and comfortable. It's my favorite place to stay when I'm in town. Close to everything, especially the USC campus. Have patience when it comes to parking; they need a bigger lot.2015-11-12"
Pet friendly hotel
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- 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
"Clean room and friendly, accommodating hotel staff. Breakfast was good. Great place to stay.2017-02-26"
"Reasonably priced hotel. Great location. The room was beautiful, and the service was fantastic. Book here.2015-10-24"
"Great location with adequate parking. A bit pricey, but near a variety of downtown restaurants. A comfortable, quiet hotel. The room was clean and well-maintained. Wonderful service.2015-09-15"
"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"
"Convenient location. The room was clean and well-appointed, and the staff was friendly and helpful. I wasn't crazy about the modern decor or the soap and shampoo dispensers, but if you want to be downtown, this is a good hotel choice.2017-03-20"
"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"
"Everything was great. The beds were comfortable, and the hotel staff was gracious and hospitable. The manager's reception was a pleasant surprise, and breakfast was incredible. You won't regret staying here.2017-02-16"
"Convenient hotel if you're visiting the college. My room was comfortable. Parking cost $10.2016-04-03"
"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"
"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"
"The hotel was clean and smelled fresh, and the staff was friendly. Breakfast was plentiful. Wish the bar stayed open later.2019-03-12"
"We loved our time here. We could walk to many places. The room was clean and comfortable. All the hotel employees were so nice and friendly, and the housekeepers were pleasant and joked with us. The front desk clerk helped us find a restaurant that met our dietary restrictions. Great breakfast. Give this place a try; you won't be disappointed.2019-03-09"
"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"
"Disappointed that room service wasn't available one day of my stay because they were short-handed. Not what I wanted to hear considering the hotel rates.2015-02-11"
"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 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"
"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 exterior of the hotel was under construction. Traffic noise was loud, and a fire alarm went off at 6:15 AM, so we had to evacuate. Don't stay here until construction is done.2019-02-18"
"Nice, clean hotel. Excellent room and breakfast, and the employees were friendly and helpful. I really enjoyed my stay and plan to return.2016-11-25"
"Located on the corner of a 6-lane road, so access was a bit tricky. The hotel was nice, clean, and relatively quiet considering my room faced a busy road. I could hear the traffic if I tried, but it was far from disturbing. Great place to stay.2016-03-25"
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
Located in downtown Columbia
Heated indoor swimming pool - exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
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- 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
"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"
"Nice hotel with pleasant employees. I really enjoyed my stay.2017-02-21"
"An excellent experience. The hotel was peaceful and quiet, the room was clean, and the staff was helpful. I loved the amenities. Wonderful place to stay.2017-02-08"
"Good rates. The suite was beautiful, well-equipped, and homey. We had to have the toilet plunged twice. We had our dog, so we just asked for fresh towels instead of full room servicing. The hotel clerks were super nice and friendly. Great breakfast buffet with hot and cold items, and the dinner selection was also nice. There were supplies available for taking dogs on walks. Everything was wonderful. Book here; you won't be disappointed.2016-06-05"
"Room was comfortable and clean. Hotel clerk was helpful. Breakfast was fine. A nice place to stay.2015-03-22"
Budget, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
Near Riverbanks Zoo
No swimming pool
Kitchen in every suite
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
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- 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 beautiful, and the staff was friendly and quick to help. You'll love staying here.2022-05-26"
"I was disappointed. The lamps in the bedroom didn't work, and the entire room was dated and not that clean. Find another hotel.2021-09-20"
"Great hotel stay. The room was clean and had a nice view. Enjoy a free drink and relax.2020-10-27"
"The ceiling in my room had large water stains that were quite unsightly. I found a piece of plastic in the bedding. Not up to the usual standard for this hotel chain.2017-07-12"
"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"
"Motel was affordable and nice, but needed elevators. An OK stay.2015-02-19"
"A horrible motel. The room had roaches and smelled like cat urine. Water leaked from the ceiling onto the bed. Don't stay here.2017-10-16"
"A horrible motel. The room had roaches, and the beds were wet from the leaky ceiling. It smelled like mold and cat urine. I left after 5 minutes. Don't stay here.2017-10-14"
"The motel room smelled like smoke and wasn't that clean. The chck-in clerks weren't polite or friendly.2017-04-11"
"Older motel, but it was very clean. The employees were nice and professional. I'd stay here again.2016-02-14"
"The motel was affordable, clean, and comfortable. Decent place to stay.2016-01-30"
"I had a pleasant hotel stay. The room and bed were clean and comfortable, and I loved the walk-in shower. The amenities were fabulous; bring your workout clothes and swimsuit.2018-04-24"
"The hotel was extremely comfortable and sanitary. I had a quiet and restful stay. The only thing I'd change about our room was a bit more space between the bed and desk to maneuver the chair. Nutritional choices and excellent coffee at breakfast. Stay here.2020-07-03"
"The hotel room was tiny and didn't have a microwave or fridge. There was nowhere to put my belongings. I requested a room change; the 2nd room was the same except the bed was bigger. The curtains wouldn't close all the way, so the sun came in the room. I tried calling the front desk for 30 minutes, but no one ever answered. I wasn't happy and don't recommend staying here.2018-04-17"
"The room was clean, and the front desk clerk was extremely pleasant and helpful. The hotel paid for our transportation to the airport when the shuttle wasn't running, which was great.2017-06-06"
"Te hotel was run-down. The room was ridiculously small, with just one double bed. The toilet leaked. The staff was professional, friendly, and courteous, but I don't recommend staying here.2016-06-07"
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.
