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Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

3 stars
630 Assembly Street, 630 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.5
out of 5
19 reviews
Pleasant Experience

Stayed overnight while attending The Masters. Room was very clean and quiet. Staff was helpful and... See full review

  • Barney Purple
  • Apr 12, 2011
decent value

I was in town to visit my daughter at USC, so you can't beat the location of the Courtyard. The... See full review

  • Mr T
  • Jan 10, 2011
Columbia hotel in walking distance to USC with free shuttle

Guests staying at the Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC enjoy a central location on the University of South Carolina campus, across the street from the Carolina Coliseum. Travelers ride the free shuttle to the airport, the State Museum, Columbia Museum of Art, and Columbia attractions within a 3-mile radius. 189 rooms at this Courtyard by Marriott hotel feature free high-speed Internet access and refrigerators in every room. Guests splash in the outdoor pool near a fire pit. An on-site fitness center is open 24 hours a day.

Highlights
  • Free shuttle to airport and local area (within a 3-mile radius)
  • 24-hour business center
  • Steps from USC
  • Outdoor pool and fire pit
  • On-site parking (fees apply)
Rooms

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC guest rooms are decorated in shades of cobalt, white, and cream with rich wood accents. Rooms come with pool or city views, 42-inch flat-screen TVs with HBO and in-room movies, and work desks with ergonomic chairs. Additional amenities include refrigerators, coffee-makers, iron and ironing boards. Private bathrooms feature shower/tub combos, and are stocked with hair-dryers and Neutrogena toiletries. Suites feature separate living rooms and sofa sleepers. Free wired/wireless high-speed Internet is available in all units.

Features

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC guests can stay in touch with free hotel-wide Internet access. As the hotel name suggests, the USC campus is walkable but guests also can utilize the free shuttle that goes to the airport and around the local area.

 

Guests work out in the 24-hour fitness center and swim in the outdoor pool near a fire pit. Travelers use coin-operated laundry facilities during extended stays, and dry cleaning services are available. Guests drink coffee, buy snacks and browse newspapers in the lobby.

Dining

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC guests dine at the Courtyard Cafe for breakfast, where American classics like omelets, pancakes and French toast are served. Several local restaurants are within driving distance.

Transportation
  • Amtrak (5 blocks)
  • Greyhound bus depot (1.4 mi/2.3 km)
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (7 mi/11.3 km)
  • Free shuttle to airport and local area
Attractions
  • University of South Carolina (On campus)
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center  (5 blocks)
  • Riverbanks Zoo & Garden (3.8 mi/6.1 km)
  • Fort Jackson (16 mi/25.7 km)
Business
  • 24-hour business center
  • 4,788 square feet of meeting space fits up to 700 guests
  • Free wired/wireless Internet access
  • Audiovisual equipment, catering and notary public available

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Hotel Map

Area served
Downtown Columbia
Nearby airports
Columbia Metropolitan Airport, (CAE), 6.00, MI, S;
Area description
City Center, Location Type: City

Amenities

  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Accessible facilities
  • Accessible parking
  • Air Conditioned
  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • ATM/Cash Machine
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Barber Shop
  • Barber/Beauty Shop
  • Beach
  • Business center
  • Car Rental Desk
  • CD Player
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Connecting Rooms
  • Cribs Available
  • Drugstore
  • Elevators
  • Exercise Gym
  • Express Check In
  • Express Checkout
  • FAX
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness center or spa
  • Florist
  • Free Airport Shuttle
  • Free Newspaper
  • Gift Shop
  • Guest Laundromat
  • Hairdryer in Room
  • Health Club
  • High-speed Internet
  • Ice Machine
  • In Room Movies
  • Internet Access
  • Iron
  • Ironing Board
  • Laundry Service
  • Laundry/Valet Services
  • Lounge
  • Maid Service
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Outlet Adapters
  • Parking
  • Pool
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Security
  • Smoke-free policy
  • Sofa Bed
  • Telephone
  • Television with Cable
  • Temperature Control
  • Tennis
  • Turndown Service
  • TV
  • TV Remote Control
  • Vending Machines
  • Video Checkout
  • Wake-up Service
  • Water Skiing

Dining

Courtyard Cafe
Cocky's Bar at the Courtyard has light bites and sandwich, salad menu available 5-10 pm, Sunday-Thursday

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
04:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (19)

Ratings and reviews for Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Overall score

3.5 / 5
19 out of 19
Amenities:
3.7
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4.1
Room comfort:
3.9
Location:
4.4
Value:
3.5

84% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Reviewer score

4
SKing
Business
Greenville SC
Apr 30, 2011

Good Location

[...]

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Reviewer score

2
Traveler
Columbia, sc
Apr 23, 2011

Nice but...

Hotel was ok but as I was checking in I asked about being on same floore as some other family that was traveling with us,[...] fortunately she was able to work something out.[...] Finally when I was checking out, I gave my keys to the lady and sat in the lobby waiting on another party. As I was waiting the receptionist hollared ma'am you didn't pay for parking..if I didn't pat for I don't know why they would have giving me a parking pass for the time I was there. Just seemed it was one thing after another!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
2
Review of Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Reviewer score

3
Barney Purple
Albemarle, NC
Apr 12, 2011

Pleasant Experience

Stayed overnight while attending The Masters. Room was very clean and quiet. Staff was helpful and courteous. Good location within walking distance of USC and restaurants.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Reviewer score

4
Mr T
CT
Jan 10, 2011

decent value

I was in town to visit my daughter at USC, so you can't beat the location of the Courtyard. The room was decent and the staff very polite. No complaints, other than the fact that they charge $10 to park your car, even as a paying guest.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Which Wich is a great sandwich spot and reasonably priced

Review of Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Reviewer score

3
UT fans
Tennessee
Oct 31, 2010

a long walk to williams bryce stadium

the hotel was okay, but it is listed as across the street from USC. Campus wise it is in the heart of the campus, but from the football stadium it is a good mile and a half to two mile walk. A good point to know for any one wishing to do this in the future.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
3
Review of Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Reviewer score

4
College Tourer
Baltimore MD
Aug 26, 2010

perfect location for visiting USC

Great hotel with helpful staff, free WiFi and coffee. This is practically on the campus of USC. Very convenient - everything including the Vista neighborhood within walking distance.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Reviewer score

4
catherine
ct
Aug 14, 2010

very pleasant stay

Very helpful staff

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Reviewer score

4
Jim
Clio, South Carolina
Aug 1, 2010

Great Stay

Greeted warmly with a smooth check-in.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Dining tip: Long walk from hotel

California Dreamin' is just a walk away.

Review of Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Reviewer score

2
dissapointed
charlotte,nc
Jun 14, 2010

average at best

[...]

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
1
Review of Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Reviewer score

4
blender
Greer, South Carolina
May 2, 2010

Extremely nice hotel room

Staff went out of their way to be helpful. Very quiet, bed was sooooooo comfortable, good rest! Breakfast buffet was delicious. My husband especially enjoyed the omelet station. Within walking distance to California Dreaming and Colonial Life Center as well as several fast food restaurants.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
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