Clarion Inn Columbia Airport

2.5 star property
Hotel near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden in West Columbia

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Bar (on property)
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Fitness facility
Lobby sitting area
Lobby

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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500 Chris Dr, West Columbia, SC, 29169-4669
  • Place, Three Rivers Greenway
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Jackson
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 216 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • 216 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 216 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 216 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 216 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Wet Bar)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

West Columbia

Near the airport.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this West Columbia hotel, you'll find Three Rivers Greenway and Lexington Medical Center. Also, Riverbanks Botanical Garden is within 3 miles (5 km) and University of South Carolina is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Three Rivers Greenway - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Riverbanks Zoo and Garden - 5 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • University of South Carolina - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Williams Brice Stadium - 14 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Fort Jackson - 17 min drive - 19.2 miles

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 11 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Zaxbys Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Groucho's Deli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria El Jarocho Express - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport

Hotel near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden in West Columbia
Clarion Inn Columbia Airport offers its guests a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 3 meeting rooms. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Clarion Inn Columbia Airport. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this West Columbia hotel.

  • 142 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Clarion Inn Columbia Airport offers 142 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Premium cable television is provided. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This West Columbia hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (USD 6 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • 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.
  • 7 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25

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
All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during the winter:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching 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 available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

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.

  • Extended parking fee: USD 6 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings or onsite payments
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings or onsite payments. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Long-term renters welcome.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

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.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting 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

Clarion Airport West Columbia
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Clarion Inn Columbia Airport to the airport?

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport is 5.3 mi (11-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 Clarion Inn Columbia Airport?

As of Jan 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clarion Inn Columbia Airport on Feb 1, 2026 start from $60.27, excluding 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 Clarion Inn Columbia Airport have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Clarion Inn Columbia Airport.

Does Clarion Inn Columbia Airport offer free breakfast?

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Clarion Inn Columbia Airport?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Clarion Inn Columbia Airport?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Early check-in costs USD 25 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Clarion Inn Columbia Airport?

This hotel offers free self parking. Extended parking is available for USD 6 per day.

Does Clarion Inn Columbia Airport have a pool?

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport features a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool will be closed during the winter.

Does Clarion Inn Columbia Airport have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Clarion Inn Columbia Airport to downtown West Columbia?

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport is 1.9 mi away from West Columbia.

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 205 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 159 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 236 out of 1000 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Rhonda

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Never ate there breakfast. Never stayed the night. Checked in at 3 pm 10/18/25 there was several men just hanging out in the parking lot, didn't feel it was a safe enviroment. Was actually there maybe 10 minutes and left to go get dinner, was gone about 2 hours and when we returned all the same men still hanging out in parking lot. TV didn't work in room, the pillows on the bed appeared dirty/at the least pillow cases and sheets stained. Went back outside to get the rest of our belongings and could of gotten high off the smell of marajuina, very overwhelming. At that point we didn't feel safe on property between the men in the parking lot and the drugs. So my husband went in an told the gentleman working the desk we was leaving and ask if they could at least refund the second night stay being we was suppose to be there 2 nights, but didn't actually stay one night. Gentleman at desk said he would have to report the request to his manager and would let him know we checked out at 7:15 pm 10/18/2025 the same day we checked in. So far the charge for both nights is still on my card no refund. I just want to be sure other families are aware and don't make the same mistake we did. I'm in the process of contacting whoever i need to in order to report the very poor condition of this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Marlon

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Walter

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Rafael

Liked: Amenities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No good
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justice

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

DINAH

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Anissa

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Parking seemed safe
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justice

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Damian

It was dirty and a bad stay. Service was bad.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Leon

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Erick

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not recommend

I did not enjoy my stay here the front desk lady was rude, Because when I first arrived it was 3:30 nobody was at the front desk so I called and messaged in the app no response I waited 30mins, Then when I found her and explained it too her she told me no I wasn't I responded with I arrived at 3:30 and it is now 3:57, I also had a weeding rehearsal to attend to that day in which I was late for, once I checked in my room the sheets had stains on them so I laid on the top sheet with my covers, the heat wouldn't stay on constantly, The fridge wouldn't hold temperature my food was spoiled, The walls and ceilings had stains on them as well, I do not recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Héctor Manuel

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jehron, Lexington

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Be careful a lot of thieves roam the parking lot
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good staff front office lady is awesome the night guy is friendly and good great place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As soon as I walked in the room I reserved I seen it was not clean. The walls were dirty I looked at the bed and the comforter was stained dirty and every single sheet on the bed had spots of stains. I immediately called the lady in the front and after I told her about the sheets being stained she kept repeating herself saying the bed is made the bed is made and she even hung up on me. I paid for a room I could not even stay in and the lady in the front who was there when I checked in and when I gave the key back said she was the manager. When you look on the wall to the left of the office it has a satisfaction promise that they will make it right if things are not satisfactory and they absolutely do not give that standard. They do not care and the price is not fair for what you get!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Luis E

Disliked: Staff & service
Property need more attention and it doesn't feel secure.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t stay at this Hotel

This hotel is very dirty. Towel are not white and have stains has roaches shower has paint coming of the base .Beds are hard small pillows .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yesenia

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025