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Budget Inn Express

2.0 star property
Motel in Columbia with free parking

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Free WiFi
Exterior
Double Room | Bathroom
Exterior
Single Room | Free WiFi

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1601 South Carolina 16, Columbia, SC, 29203
  • Place, Benedict College
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Township Auditorium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Free WiFi

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Single Room | Free WiFi

Single Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Columbia

Budget Inn Express places you next to Palmetto Health Heart Hospital and within a 10-minute walk of Earlewood Park. This 20-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a 24-hour front desk.
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What's nearby

  • Benedict College - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Township Auditorium - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • University of South Carolina - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Colonial Life Arena - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Riverbanks Zoo and Garden - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 10 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Church's Texas Chicken - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Publico at BullStreet - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tupelo Honey - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Budget Inn Express

Motel in Columbia with free parking
You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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 and cash
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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 and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Budget Inn Express Columbia
Budget Inn Express Motel Columbia

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Budget Inn Express?

Budget Inn Express provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Budget Inn Express?

As of Oct 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Budget Inn Express on Nov 1, 2025 start from $75.0, 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's there to do close to Budget Inn Express?

This motel is located in Columbia within a short 10-minute walk of Earlewood Park. You'll also find Colonial Life Arena and Riverbanks Zoo and Garden within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Budget Inn Express?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Budget Inn Express have a casino on the premises?

No, Budget Inn Express doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Budget Inn Express?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Budget Inn Express?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Budget Inn Express have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Budget Inn Express doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Budget Inn Express allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Budget Inn Express.

Does Budget Inn Express have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Budget Inn Express?

The closest major airport to Budget Inn Express is Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), which is 13.2 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Budget Inn Express?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Budget Inn Express.

Budget Inn Express Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 9 reviews

5.2/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Staff & service

2.8/10

Amenities

3.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

3.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed here for a trip to go to a South Carolina football game. Not a good place to stay. Not clean. Not a good area to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

David, Summerville

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Requested non-smoking room and it reeked of cigarrette smoke. The bathroom door wouldn't close and the fridge didn't work.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Marcus

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Kiara

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kiara

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was dirty. My sheets had cigarette holes and burns. My sheets and pillow cases were dirty looking.I woke up with Three bedbugs bite on my elbow. I then told management and they said we don't have bedbugs and walked off. No vinding machine. No restaurant within walking distance. Management walks straight in your room in the morning without knocking. And most of all the rooms is not worth asking price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jonathan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was asked if I wanted a smoking or non-smoking room when I arrived. I didn't think this was still an option.. All rooms reeked of smoke. Drug deals were happening outside. I didn't stay more than 30 minutes. DO NOT STAY HERE!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023