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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center in Columbia

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Free full breakfast on weekdays
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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901 WASHINGTON STREET, Columbia, SC, 29229
  • Place, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Colonial Life Arena
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Communications Accessible)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)
  • City view
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room

  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room (Specialty)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 475 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 475 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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 University of South Carolina. Colonial Life Arena and South Carolina State Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • South Carolina State House - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of South Carolina - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Colonial Life Arena - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Township Auditorium - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cola's Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪East Bay Deli - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Republic Biergarten & Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hickory Tavern - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG

Hotel near Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center in Columbia
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served on weekdays. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 1000 square feet (93 square meters) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG. For a fee, parking is available.

This Columbia hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 105 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1000 sq ft of conference space
  • 93 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2021
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG offers 105 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 17 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available on weekdays 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • 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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Window screens

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 11:00 AM
Contactless 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 5.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Service fee: USD 17 per accommodation, per night

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.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 17 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 5.0 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Holiday INN EXP Stes Dwntwn THE Vista
Holiday Inn Express Suites Columbia Downtown The Vista
Holiday Inn Express Suites Columbia Downtown The Vista by IHG

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG is 7.5 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 Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG?

As of Mar 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG on Mar 29, 2026 start from $145, 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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG offer free breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG?

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

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 17 per night.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG to downtown Columbia?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG is 0.3 mi away from Columbia.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 463 out of 731 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 149 out of 731 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 731 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 731 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 731 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeannie and Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and fresh
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were very friendly upon my arrival. My room was clean, spacious and very comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chasity

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff was courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saniya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was top tier, room was spotless and beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

6/10 Okay

Lavonna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was okay, staff was great. BUT I had to pay to park in a garage because there were no spots at the hotel. That wasn't part of the reservations. I have a bad knew and it was hard walking to and from the garage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good breakfast variety
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was basic. No thrills
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnette

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

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

4/10 Poor

Jenifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
We were settling in and starting to make the couch bed and it was broken. We had to switch rooms which was fine but the room we were moved to was dirty. The drawers had sticky handles and there was yellow pee around the toilet. There was also something smeared all over the back of the bathroom door.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

8/10 Good

Kayla

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The bathroom looked like it had not even been cle
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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