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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

2.5 star property
Hotel near University of South Carolina in Columbia

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Lobby
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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501 Taylor Street, Columbia, SC, 29201
  • Place, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Colonial Life Arena
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Columbia

Downtown Columbia stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Columbia hotel, you'll find Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park and Finlay Park. Richard Samuel Roberts House and Trustus Theatre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of South Carolina - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Colonial Life Arena - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Township Auditorium - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Riverbanks Zoo and Garden - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 19 min walk
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bierkeller Brewing Company - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tsunami Sushi Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Twin Peaks - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Hotel near University of South Carolina in Columbia
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A fitness center, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services are also featured at the business-friendly Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown. Parking is available for a fee.

This Columbia hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 81 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown offers 81 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

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 microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 10 per night)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym

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
  • Transfer shower
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 10 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay.
  • 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 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.

  • Self parking fee: USD 10.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per stay

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • Up to 10 children 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Columbia Downtown
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Columbia Downtown
Holiday Inn Express Suites Columbia Downtown
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Columbia Downtown
Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown Hotel
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown Columbia

Frequently asked questions

How close is Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown to the airport?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown is 6.9 mi (16-min drive) away from the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown offer free breakfast?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown offers free continental breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 10.00 per night.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown have a pool?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown does not have a pool.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown to downtown Columbia?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown is 0.7 mi away from Columbia.

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 551 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1003 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jessica, Oregonia

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice. Booked King room. Its NOT A KING size bed. Hotel manager wouldn't refund any of stay. No Hot water. Neess updated. Stay somewhere else. Management only apologized and nothing else was offered for the stay that I booked and didnt get what I bought.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Briana

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Javier

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel had mold & we got in late didn’t notice it. We let the front desk know as we were leaving to our grandson’s graduation from the Army they had to move us but they didn’t have a room when arrived back later to drop off some food they still didn’t have a room. As we were getting to our room there were two gentleman spraying up at the ceiling & wiping.we were on the third floor. Not happy at all we came a long way to deal with this.My husband took a picture I don’t understand how anyone could not notice it. It was growing it had spores
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Dana

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
This hotel is old. The AC unit was very loud, which made sleeping @ night restless. They don't have a large breakfast menu! The hotel smell old. Old furniture, shower is old! This is my 1st and last time. This is just my opinion!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Maria

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIO

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great time
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, easy check in/out, good checkout time
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff was average. Property was very clean. Bed was comfy. AC worked great. The biggest issue was how noisy the main road is next to the building and it’s literally right on that road. If your room faces that side then the loud cars and trucks might disturb you. That’s the only reason I won’t go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

assunta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tyquez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Ryan

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant stay

2 nights, unexpected 10$ per day “parking”fee. Otherwise coffee and breakfast good. All good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zade, Houston

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

lizzie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gennea

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very welcoming and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

William

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Overall it was okay. I wish it had a pool but that was my fault for not checking. The breakfast was good and it was clean but the staff wasn’t the most friendly. They were also having problems with the locks on all the rooms and we had to wait for someone to let us in every time we went back to the room. A nice location next to the Congaree River with a nice historical park.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela, lehighton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean great room and decor all up to date and the breakfast is phenomenal.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Phyllis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good selection gor breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ice machine was dirty
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

kraig

Stayed 1 night in May 2025