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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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Property amenity
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Reception
View from property
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown offers practical amenities in the heart of Columbia. Guests enjoy to-go breakfast, dry cleaning, a terrace, gym, snack bar/deli, free in-room WiFi, and attentive staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AED 360
AED 403 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

Room options

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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, Non Smoking

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, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 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

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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, Non Smoking

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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 - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of South Carolina - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Colonial Life Arena - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Township Auditorium - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Riverbanks Zoo and Garden - 3 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Hotel near University of South Carolina
Near Colonial Life Arena, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown provides 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
  • A 24-hour front desk, outdoor furniture, and an elevator
  • Luggage storage and smoke-free premises
  • 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

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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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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

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

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, University of South Carolina, and Colonial Life Arena. 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. 553 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1007 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean bathroom and room. Bed was outstanding
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Araya

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff members were amazing!!! Any staff member I interacted with during my stay was super sweet, kind and very helpful. The breakfast was up kept well a lot of options and the area to eight was very nice with TVs and a lot of tables even had an outside area that was very nice as well and was clean. Now, however, for my room, it wasn’t as clean. There was stains on the walls the floor was dirty still. The sheets had some stains. So I know that room wasn’t actually clean properly. Overall, it was a great stay apart from those things I debated on bringing it up to the front desk, person and fussing about it, but I was only staying the one night and just decided to buy my own cleaning products while they’re cleaning it up a little bit. I will say one of our TVs in the room didn’t work properly. Also, the elevator was very loud and kind of sketchy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good overall.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The front desk staff were all very nice and cheerful. That being said, I was less than impressed with this hotel, and having stayed at many Fairfield Inns and similar properties, I expected more. The room definitely showed signs of the previous guests, like a half-empty Diet Coke in the fridge and a stain on the duvet cover. No one came to change out towels on Day 2 and the shower door leaked so we had a lot of wet towels. The fitness center's temperature was 80 degrees! Usually there's coffee all day, but not at this location. On the web, it showed cornhole boards in the courtyard, but there were none. And finally, the hotel is on a major roadway, not much around within safe walking distance, and constant cars made it loud--not much they could with that, but it's worth mentioning.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Forest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kathleen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms smelled like mildew, and they declined early check in even though rooms were available
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pricing for the room, front desk staff nice and personable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Patrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We didn't like having to pay for WiFi. It should be free.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kelly Dunnam

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lousy, old, dirt
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is excellent! Comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and price met my needs,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jesus R

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We arrived on Wednesday, August 6 early and we try to see if we maybe could’ve checked in the front lady told us that we couldn’t because there was no rooms available. The parking lot was empty probably at most five cars so I just didn’t understand, that’s fine we left and came back About four hours later. The second person at the front desk was really nice and accommodate us on all the issues we had. with the first room where the AC unit was located had a puddle of water so they switches to a second room and the second room The bathroom sink was clogged and when we reported it there was no Maintenance personnel available. The room was muggy. The floor felt sticky and dirty. And there was also a crack on the shower wall. Unfortunately I didn’t capture the gentleman‘s name. He was extremely nice and the cleaning lady was also very nice and Ava the last person we talk to. She was extremely helpful very nice and polite, but the first lady in the front was not very nice or accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice. Booked King room. Its NOT A KING size bed. Hotel manager wouldn't refund any of stay. No Hot water. Neess updated. Stay somewhere else. Management only apologized and nothing else was offered for the stay that I booked and didnt get what I bought.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Javier

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel had mold & we got in late didn’t notice it. We let the front desk know as we were leaving to our grandson’s graduation from the Army they had to move us but they didn’t have a room when arrived back later to drop off some food they still didn’t have a room. As we were getting to our room there were two gentleman spraying up at the ceiling & wiping.we were on the third floor. Not happy at all we came a long way to deal with this.My husband took a picture I don’t understand how anyone could not notice it. It was growing it had spores
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Dana

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
This hotel is old. The AC unit was very loud, which made sleeping @ night restless. They don't have a large breakfast menu! The hotel smell old. Old furniture, shower is old! This is my 1st and last time. This is just my opinion!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great time
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, easy check in/out, good checkout time
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff was average. Property was very clean. Bed was comfy. AC worked great. The biggest issue was how noisy the main road is next to the building and it’s literally right on that road. If your room faces that side then the loud cars and trucks might disturb you. That’s the only reason I won’t go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

assunta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tyquez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

PATRICIA

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The first room we were given was not cleaned from previous guest. We went back to front desk where it took 20 minutes to locate us another room. We said we would take any room, but the clerk said because we booked on Orbitz she could only giver us the same type of room we had booked. At 11:30 at night we did not appreciate the extra half hour delay in getting to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Pleasant stay

2 nights, unexpected 10$ per day “parking”fee. Otherwise coffee and breakfast good. All good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zade

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025