Forest Drive begins at Two Notch Road and proceeds northeast to where it intersects I-77 at exit 12. The closest hotels and motels are near this exit and in downtown Columbia.
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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 dirty, dated, and smelled bad. I had to get cleaning products and clean the bathroom before I could use it. Stay somewhere else.2020-01-18"
"The hotel had a bad smell. Only one set of towels provided for 3 adults. The indoor pool was dirty and wasn't heated. I won't stay here again and don't recommend it.2019-11-03"
"The hotel needed refurbishment, but it was a good place to stay.2019-09-02"
"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"
Upper-midscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
5 miles from Fort Jackson Visitors Center
4 floors, 91 studio and 1-bedroom suites
Outdoor swimming pool open in summer Exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows pets up to 50 pounds in 2nd and 3rd floor rooms only, 2 pets per room - $150 pet fee if staying 7 nights or more - $75 pet fee if staying fewer than 7 nights. - June 2020 < Less
"The accommodations and bedding were OK, and the service was average. Parking access and exiting onto Garners Ferry Road was challenging. You get what you pay for.2023-02-05"
"The hotel was under construction and will be really good when the work is completed. The service was great.2022-11-10"
"The hotel wasn't super clean. The hair dryer didn't work, and breakfast was low-quality. The front desk clerk was nice.2022-10-01"
"Not worth the price. The hotel needed updating, and the carpet was dirty. Good breakfast, but it was the same every day. I was disappointed and cancelled the last night.2022-11-05"
"The hotel room was nice and clean. The beds were super comfortable, and the shower was amazing, with 9 settings, great water pressure, and plenty of hot water. The pool was closed at night.2021-08-23"
"The check-in clerk wasn't welcoming, and I was surprised by the $65 deposit. I don't recommend this hotel.2023-06-19"
"Good experience. The hotel wasn't new, and the furniture in the lobby and room was dated and worn, but the atmosphere was nice and homey. That being said, the hotel was clean, and the beds were comfortable. The bathroom was clean, too. No daily housekeeping, but clean towels and other supplies were provided upon request. The employees were pleasant and helpful. Nice, clean breakfast room, and the food was good. I recommend staying here, just don't expect new and modern.2023-02-07"
"Wonderful location and convenient to restaurants. The hotel was nice and quiet, and the room was clean. The employees were super friendly and nice. We felt comfortable here and recommend it.2021-12-17"
"The hotel room needed upgrades, and smelled strongly of cleaner. The lobby was closed. No complimentary breakfast or even coffee, and only one serving of coffee was in the room. Shop around.2021-04-13"
"The hotel was noisy and shabby. I had to switch rooms 3 times. The fridge in the 1st room didn't work. The door lock in the 2nd room didn't work. The 3rd room was in deplorable condition. No breakfast at all. Not pet friendly.2021-03-10"
"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"
"Don't expect much if you stay at this hotel. The ironing board was broken; I called the front desk, but no one brought a replacement. The ice machine in the fridge didn't work.2020-09-14"
"The hotel was conveniently located. No in-room safe for valuables.2019-05-05"
"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"
"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 hotel wasn't too bad overall. Housekeeping wasn't always available, and the housekeepers weren't polite. The room didn't smell good. 2019-04-23"
"The hotel wasn't luxurious, but it was clean and the price was fair. Nice front desk clerks, and the desk was staffed 24 hours a day. Standard breakfast included.2019-04-22"
"The suite had a sofa bed, microwave, and fridge, but the fridge was warm and needed defrosting. The hotel staff offered to let me put my food in their fridge, but I wasn't comfortable with that. My fridge wasn't fixed for 2 nights. The toilet wouldn't flush, but someone came to fix it within 10 minutes.2019-03-11"
"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 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"
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.
