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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near University of South Carolina

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is SAR 395
SAR 443 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr

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Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
501 Taylor Street, Columbia, SC, 29201

What's nearby

  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • University of South Carolina - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Colonial Life Arena - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Township Auditorium - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Riverbanks Zoo and Garden - 7 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Lizard's Thicket - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Old Chicago - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Liberty Tap Room & Grill - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Hotel near University of South Carolina
Consider a stay at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a snack bar/deli.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and a front-desk safe
  • Smoke-free premises, outdoor furniture, and an elevator
  • Luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 81 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

Languages

English

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

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
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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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
10 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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)

We should mention

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

Is Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

Self parking is available for USD 10.00 per night.

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

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

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

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown located?

Located in Downtown Columbia, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park and University of South Carolina. Finlay Park and Richard Samuel Roberts House are also within 10 minutes. Columbia Station is 19 minutes by foot.

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 583 out of 1075 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 1075 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1075 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1075 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1075 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great. The room was cozy. We were by the road and the traffic was noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a good value and clean and not to far from downtown (walked to the basketball game). I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The whole place smelled so good. The bedding and bed was comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel staff I have ever met. Very clean property. Convenient. Good breakfast and plenty of good coffee and tea all the time. Fine restaurants and shopping in 20 minute, safe, walk. Or in 5 minutes with Lyft or Uber.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

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

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A car is necessary to enjoy everything that Columbia has to offer but the hotel was very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great Staff, very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice. It was quiet and pretty clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jelesha

Hair was in the shower. It was quite gross. The fire alarms went off around 11pm Saturday night and was on for about 20 mins. The overall stay was great and the facility was clean overall. The staff was friendly as well.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! The staff was super friendly and nice! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy and convenient in downtown
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Harold C

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Noise very bad from rooms next to road. No sugar for coffee. Floors need to be cleaned.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is in nice shape, good location for what we were doing. Amber was very nice at check in and answered all our questions.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kris

Disliked: Cleanliness
It was a little loud with traffic noise that I did not realize when I booked it. Some hair from previous occupants found in bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Quality property, friendly staff, very clean, conveniently located.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were nice and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

S

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
It was away from the crazy campus. Breakfast was mediocre at best! Staff was cranky. Both treadmills were inop. Ice machine inop.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay at this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. Room was clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Modern. Nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly, Professional and Great Value
The hotel is in a good location in walking distance to downtown and the canal greenway. The people at reception were professional and friendly. Front desk employee Santana was both charming and helpful. The free breakfast offered plenty of options. There were also free cookies anytime.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely pleasant and courteous. Room was clean and comfy. Just request a room facing the parking lot and your all set
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was locates near the hospital for my appointment.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024