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WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

4.0 star property
4-star aparthotel near Merriweather Post Pavilion

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Studio Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
55-inch TV with digital channels
Lounge
Studio Apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

Map
6200 Valencia Ln, Columbia, MD, 21044
  • Merriweather Post Pavilion
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • The Mall in Columbia
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Blandair Regional Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium One Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Premium One Bedroom Apartment

  • 681 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Apartment with Den + Balcony

  • 547 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

  • 1119 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Premium 2 Bedroom Apartment with Den + Balcony

  • 961 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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55-inch TV with digital channels

Premium Two Bedroom Apartment

  • 961 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Three Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

  • 1425 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Studio Apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 514 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Apartment

  • 547 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

One Bedroom Apartment with Den

  • 801 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium One Bedroom Apartment with Balcony | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Premium One Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

  • 633 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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55-inch TV with digital channels

Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

  • 780 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Three Bedroom Apartment

  • 1524 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Columbia

Town Center stay.With a stay at this Town Center aparthotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Merriweather Post Pavilion and 2 miles (3 km) of The Mall in Columbia. Wilde Lake High School and Howard County General Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Merriweather Post Pavilion - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Mall in Columbia - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Blandair Regional Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Howard County General Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Arundel Mills Mall - 18 min drive - 12.3 miles

Getting around

  • Annapolis Junction Savage Station - 12 min drive
  • Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Food Court - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Café Nordstrom - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Seasons 52 - ‬18 min walk

About this property

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

4-star aparthotel near Merriweather Post Pavilion
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia offers its guests a fitness center. The front desk is open around the clock. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Columbia aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 115 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia offers 115 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Digital television is provided.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with digital channels

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Fee: USD 100 per pet per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/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
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Mobile key entry

Things to do

  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 115 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are required to download the property's Salto mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

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 35 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • 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, 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia Columbia
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia Aparthotel
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia Aparthotel Columbia

Frequently asked questions

How close is WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia to the airport?

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia is 11.8 mi (16-min drive) away from the Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia.

Does WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia offer free breakfast?

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel, but Maryland Live Casino (20-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia?

Free parking is not available at this aparthotel. Self parking is available for USD 35 per night.

Does WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia have a pool?

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia does not have a pool.

Does WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this aparthotel.

How close is WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia to downtown Columbia?

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia is 0.7 mi away from Columbia.

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 513 out of 726 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 726 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 726 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 726 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 726 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel called us the day before we arrived and said our reserved room had been trashed by a previous resident so we wouldn't get the room we had paid for. We asked them to adjust the price we paid but they weren't able to do that. Bedroom was also very small. Could not get end tables on both sides of the bed. Will travelocity adjust what we paid because we didn't get the room we reserved?
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joye

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of restaurant within walking distance makes it a great location! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

marcellia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
its beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donte

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janea

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
One of my favorite properties I’ve had the please of staying! The apartment rooms were very clean, the hotel had excellent communication, and was the perfect place to unwind after a day out or stay in! Can’t wait to stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Demetrius

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was beautiful. It felt like a home away from home. My family will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Property

This place is so nice I came back 20 days later its n8ce and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the accommodations. The apartment was spacious, clean, modern and comfortable. We will stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emerald

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Excellent environment and feel. Really enjoyed the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stephane

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jabriel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great establishment, clean rooms, and plenty of food options in close proximity.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Beautiful place and great customer service

WhyHotel is always a comfortable stay. I’ve been here about 4 times. They’re beautiful, luxury apartments that operate as a hotel. Check-in is fast and easy. The accommodations are spacious, clean and comfortable. The property itself is conveniently located in the Merriweather District of Columbia Town Center with lots to do and lots to eat nearby. I like having a full kitchen and in-unit laundry so I could save money by cooking and leave with clean clothes. I just wish their bedsheets weren’t so rough and thin. Mine had holes. Other than that, I love the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful, amenities were great and the apartment was clean and accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Awais

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean, easy and good location. def recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really great for extended stay and if you like to feel at come!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Only this is no tvs in bedrooms other than that perfect
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Nondumiso

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I have stayed at this property many times in just thia past year. The quality of certain things have changed..some may be out of their control. People in the parking garahe smoking weed is one of them. The layout if this particular one bedroom was the most ridiculous concept for a layout that ive ever seen. The room was smack in the middle of the small living room and arms lenghr ro the kitchen stove.. Then they decide to out a "window " that looks out to the dinind room which makes zero sense. The kitchen suppliere were descent and clean. I always like that Wholefoods is nesrby so you can make your meals.. Washer and dryer is always a plus as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay. Very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Family weekend

It was really nice and quiet comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025