Aloft Columbia Downtown

Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Bar
Breakfast available
Pet friendly
Housekeeping
Gym

Explore the area

823 Lady St, Columbia, SC, 29201

Place, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
‪5 min walk‬
Place, University of South Carolina
‪8 min walk‬
Place, Colonial Life Arena
‪11 min walk‬
Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
‪12 min drive‬

Room options

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Exceptional

300 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Wonderful

356 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

300 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, City View

Exceptional

356 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View (Corner)

Very good

362 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, City View (Corner)

Excellent

496 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Hearing Accessible)

Very good

City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Columbia

Located in Downtown Columbia, Aloft Columbia Downtown is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and Colonial Life Arena. This 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 107 rooms and conveniences like a 24-hour gym, free in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour business center.

What's nearby

Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
University of South Carolina - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
Colonial Life Arena - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Township Auditorium - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
Williams Brice Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

Columbia Station - 15 min walk
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

‪Tsunami Sushi Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬4 min walk
‪Blue Marlin - ‬2 min walk
‪Art Bar - ‬4 min walk
‪Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Aloft Columbia Downtown

Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center

At Aloft Columbia Downtown, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Valet parking is available for USD 20.00 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a computer station.

Guests can expect free WiFi and 49-inch LED TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls. Housekeeping is available on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Similar properties

Breakfast and dinner served, American cuisine

Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Gym

$124 nightly

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

Electric car charging station on site
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Self parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Valet parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 10 to 50 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Couples/private dining
Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

re:fuel
W XYZ Bar

Things to do

24-hour gym
Art gallery
Billiards/pool table
Concerts/live shows
Evening entertainment
TV in common areas

Family friendly

In-room crib
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Proposal/romance packages

Business services

24-hour business center
614 square feet of conference space
Computer station
Meeting room

Outdoors

Garden
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
Grab bar near toilet
Height-adjustable showerhead
Lever door handles
Low-height door lock
Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
Transfer shower
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
Visual fire alarm
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

1 building
5 floors
Banquet hall
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Built in 2017
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Fireplace in lobby
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Rooftop garden
Smoking not allowed
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free crib

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

49-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Recycling
Safe
Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM

Late check-in subject to availability

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per accommodation, per night
Dogs only
1 total (40 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Pets may not be left unsupervised
Food and water bowls are available
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Up to 2 kids 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

Deposit: USD 50.00 per day
Destination fee: USD 2

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 50 per person
Self parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)
Valet parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)
Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

Check-in: 3 PM
Check-out: noon
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.
Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
Parking has height restrictions.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Aloft Columbia Downtown Hotel

Aloft Columbia Downtown Columbia

Aloft Columbia Downtown Hotel Columbia

Aloft Columbia Downtown a Marriott Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Aloft Columbia Downtown?

Aloft Columbia Downtown offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Aloft Columbia Downtown?

As of Oct 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aloft Columbia Downtown on Oct 28, 2025 start from $178.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near Aloft Columbia Downtown?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Columbia within a 10-minute walk of South Carolina State House, Trustus Theatre, and Columbia Regional Visitors Center. You'll also find Colonial Life Arena and Williams Brice Stadium within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Aloft Columbia Downtown?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 20.00 per day with in/out privileges. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Does Aloft Columbia Downtown include a casino?

No, Aloft Columbia Downtown doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Aloft Columbia Downtown?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Aloft Columbia Downtown?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does Aloft Columbia Downtown have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Aloft Columbia Downtown have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Aloft Columbia Downtown serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at W XYZ Bar.

Does Aloft Columbia Downtown allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Aloft Columbia Downtown for a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Aloft Columbia Downtown?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to Aloft Columbia Downtown?

The closest major airport to Aloft Columbia Downtown is Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), which is 7.5 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Aloft Columbia Downtown?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Aloft Columbia Downtown.

Aloft Columbia Downtown Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Sep 18, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Traveled with family

Jul 17, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracee

Traveled with family

Jul 14, 2025

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

The property worked great for our needs. We needed to book rooms last minute due to a flight cancellation and Aloft had availability. The area was filled with dining options since it was near the USC campus. We booked two rooms and while clean, one room had a distinct smell that reminded me of the smell of dog urine. We were told that the hotel was pet friendly. They sprayed the carpet in the room which worked temporarily but the smell came back unfortunately. We were able to get through the night but they should probably get rid of that carpet or remove it for cleaning.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly, Blythewood

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family

Jul 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Always inviting!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Willie

Jul 3, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Traveled with group, Traveled with family

Jul 2, 2025

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

Prince Treatment

Great staff, especially the front desk. They didn’t miss a beat and was on top of everything, from check in to check out. Again, I felt like a prince coming home to his soon to be kingdom.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Traveled with group, Traveled with family

Jul 2, 2025

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

Great Staff

There’s a couple ladies at the front desk who were phenomenal. All the front desk staff was nice, but two stand out. One was Latash the LR Diamond, and the young lady who work at Verizon before Aloft. I felt like I was a prince visiting a nearby kingdom. Thank you, for making my homecoming pleasant!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Jul 1, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Jun 28, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tina

Traveled with family

Jun 23, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lanre

Jun 22, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Annie

Jun 22, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Charles

Jun 22, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Terrible experience. At check-in, staff weirdly warned me three times that the self-park gate “might not work” — as if that’s my problem. Room smelled bad, asked to switch, but the new one smelled the same. Uncomfortable bed, no water pressure in the shower. Also, elevator #2 still has a 2023 inspection certificate — pretty sure it’s overdue. 1/10. Skip this place and stay at the Cambria a block away — way better for the same price.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marian

Jun 16, 2025

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

The staff was courteous and provided great customer service.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chase

Jun 15, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tierra

Jun 15, 2025

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

Very nice staff , clean hotel !! Great price

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David, Orange Park

Traveled with family

Jun 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The area was very unique with a few shopping a restaurant options within walking distance. The room was a corner room and very spacious. The room just needed some minor detail changes. Example: the bathroom light and vanity area lights up the whole room with no option to close it off. The property was overall pretty good and a comfortable stay. The staff were excellent.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025