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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

2.5 star property
Hotel within easy reach of University of South Carolina

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In the heart of Columbia, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown offers a warm welcome with to-go breakfast and dry cleaning services. Unwind on the terrace, stay active at the gym, or grab a quick bite at the snack bar/deli. With free in-room WiFi and helpful staff on hand, you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
$98 nightly
The total price is $110
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)

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

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for 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

View all photos for 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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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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Exterior
Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 697 reviews
$77 nightly
The price is $86
Dec 26 - Dec 27
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
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About the neighborhood

Map
501 Taylor Street, Columbia, SC, 29201

What's nearby

  • Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • South Carolina State Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • EdVenture Children's Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of South Carolina - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown puts you within a 10-minute drive of University of South Carolina and Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout, and free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 81 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Up to 10 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (USD 10.00 per night)
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

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

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Transfer shower

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Mobile key entry

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 10.00 per night
  • RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

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

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 10.00 per night. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

You can check in starting at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.

What's the area around Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown like?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown is a short 7-minute walk from Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park and 12 minutes' walk from EdVenture Children's Museum.

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Downtown
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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with a good variety and pleasant options available. (16 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms , Great Service
Mickey, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I don't know the area well, but this was the perfect place to stay. Everyone was friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable.
Ellen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pricing for the room, front desk staff nice and personable.
Virginia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean

Nice place with clean rooms and friendly staff
Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff is excellent! Comfy bed.
Lisa, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Moved me twice to get a room that everything worked
Michael, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Not too happy. The maid service never showed up on Saturday. I left my room at 10am and got back at 3pm no service. I also am very disappointed I had to pay for parking. In everything I read it said self park. Self park does not mean $10 a night! Overall ok but very disappointed.
Kirk, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location and price met my needs,
Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super clean great room and decor all up to date and the breakfast is phenomenal.
Angela, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, easy check in/out, good checkout time
Douglas, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was okay

Room and hotel floors were a bit out dated and worn but the lobby was nice. They do charge for self parking, which wasn’t mentioned until I went to check in. Overall was okay for a place to stay but the rate should have been for a nicer hotel.
Kim, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

front desk was unmanned for more than 15 minutes leaving 6 customers just standing around.
Holly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great time
MARIO, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was as advertised, definitely will be staying again.
Marcus, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very pleasant and friendly, and the room was very nice.
Paula, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff
Forest, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff was extremely friendly. Ana checked me in and was very helpful. The thing I did not like at all was getting charged $10 for parking. Just add the $10 to the reservation. Overall good experience.
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overall great place to stay that is in a safe area and conveniently located to Riverbank zoo and downtown Columbia. Will definitely stay again!
Terrell, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very welcoming and kind.
Gennea, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good selection gor breakfast
Phyllis, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect and very clean.
Zade, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

great!
Tyquez, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Clean, nice outside seating area .
Denise, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice
assunta, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We didn't like having to pay for WiFi. It should be free.
Patrice, 1-night trip