Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near University of South Carolina

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
1233 Washington Street, Columbia, SC, 29201
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • University of South Carolina
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Colonial Life Arena
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility Access Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility Access Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Mobility, Access Tub)

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Columbia

Heart of Columbia.A stay at this Downtown Columbia hotel places you steps from First Baptist Church and within a 5-minute walk of Soda City Market. Columbia Museum of Art and Prisma Health Baptist Hospital are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Township Auditorium - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of South Carolina - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Colonial Life Arena - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Williams Brice Stadium - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 7 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cola's Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cantina 76 On Main - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Camon Japanese Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Grand on Main - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

3-star hotel near University of South Carolina
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 325 square feet (30 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG also features a 24-hour fitness center, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Columbia hotel is smoke free.

  • 90 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • 325 sq ft of conference space
  • 30 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1954
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG offers 90 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Korean, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 19 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 15 for adults and USD 8 to 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

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 2 children 12 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 100.00 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 to 15.00 for adults, and USD 8.00 to 8.00 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 19 per day (in/out privileges)

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
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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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 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. 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, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 12 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG is 7.8 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 Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG?

As of Jul 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG on Jul 6, 2025 start from $95.0, 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 Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 10.00 and 15.00 for adults, USD 8.00 and 8.00 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 19 per day.

Does Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG to downtown Columbia?

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG is 0.1 mi away from Columbia.

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 382 out of 625 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 625 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 625 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 625 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 625 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! The staff was so nice and helpful. Really liked the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

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

Visiting USC

We loved our location to all the shops in Columbia as well as location to our college visit to USC.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great!

Great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Site was perfect. Very convenient!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service. Staff for accomodating as I arrived early. They were able to find me a room. I was provided 2 vouchers for breakfasts for the next morning. The food was delicious. The room was clean and very spacious. Have stayed at this hotel before and will define back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry, Surfside Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean but dont go out sftee dark
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Umesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret W

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Located close to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
The hotels in a great location reasonably priced staff is so accommodating parking is easy and reasonable would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

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

Great stop!

We had a great stay. Johnel was the highlight of our wknd!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Immanuel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The walking area from the front entrance to the parking garage area is dirty and sketchy. Outside of that the hotel interior is great. The Marriott hotel next to this one has a better entry from the parking garage to its hotel. Also the Holiday in rooms are a bit smaller than usual. The city view windows are blocked by parking garages unless you are in floors 8-10 I'd say. We stayed on 6 and the view was blocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

8/10 Good

Thomas

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

10/10 Excellent

Josette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staffing was extremely pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvia, TIMMONSVILLE

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was well maintained and the staff was excellent. My only complaint is the parking.There is no onsite parking or handicapped parking, which is difficult for people with disabilities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good central location. Very clean and good service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025