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Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

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823 Lady St, Columbia, SC, 29201
  • Place, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Colonial Life Arena
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for aloft, Room, 1 King Bed, City View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a city view.

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed, City View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Corner)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a city view.

Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Corner)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 362 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Corner)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and artwork on the walls.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Corner)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 496 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Hearing Accessible)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Hearing Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible, City View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible, City View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Transfer Shower & Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible, City View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible, City View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible (Transfer Shower & Roll-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Columbia

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Columbia hotel, you'll find Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and Colonial Life Arena. EdVenture Children's Museum and South Carolina State Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of South Carolina - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Colonial Life Arena - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • South Carolina State Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • EdVenture Children's Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 16 min walk
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tin Roof - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Halls Chophouse Columbia - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hickory Tavern - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

3-star hotel near Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and a meeting room.

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 614 square feet (57 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Columbia hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 107 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 614 sq ft of conference space
  • 57 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2017
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown offers 107 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 49-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 10 to 50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Art gallery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per day
  • Destination fee: USD 2

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 50 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Aloft Columbia Downtown Hotel
Aloft Columbia Downtown Hotel
Aloft Columbia Downtown Columbia
Aloft Columbia Downtown Hotel Columbia
Aloft Columbia Downtown a Marriott Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown to the airport?

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown is 7.7 mi (18-min drive) away from the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

As of Aug 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown on Sep 20, 2026 start from $132, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown.

Does Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 10 and 50 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM.

Is there free parking at Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per day, and valet parking for USD 20.00 per day.

Does Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown have a pool?

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown does not have a pool.

Does Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown have a restaurant?

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown is home to W XYZ Bar, which features light fare.

Does Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown to downtown Columbia?

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown is 0.4 mi away from Columbia.

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 605 out of 879 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 879 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 879 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 879 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 879 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

luann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

cynthis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff, location, clean, excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bethney

Great staff, friendly, accommodating and professional. Great lobby/ bar area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Salena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The first floor rooms are definitely older than the rest of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claudette Lovette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great place
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was super clean. Check in was super easy and the front seat person was really helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great and the staff was friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Izmene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location, friendly dtaff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were incredibly courteous and consummate professionals!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

The staff were extremely friendly and helpful…had a wonderful trip visiting my niece at SCU
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great, and the room was clean. It was a nice stay and no complaints. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Drexell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place, this is my 2nd stay here,highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

davena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was really amazing. I really enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and staff was helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Even though the hotel was downtown and there were multiple venues to eat at, the price I paid for the hotel room there should have been a microwave in the room and the refrigerator was compact. Nice hotel overall but if I had known that it had no microwave I would have selected a different hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness
Service was great. Everyone was kind and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and friendly staff! Clean and good location with a spacious room. My family, including the dog, enjoyed their stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room and staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Drexell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place to stay,great area ,bar etc
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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