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
Lobby
Reception
View from property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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501 Taylor Street, Columbia, SC, 29201
  • Place, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Colonial Life Arena
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Columbia

Located in Downtown Columbia, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as University of South Carolina and Colonial Life Arena. This 81-room hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of South Carolina - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Colonial Life Arena - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Township Auditorium - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Riverbanks Zoo and Garden - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles

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 with free breakfast, near University of South Carolina
Guests of Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown enjoy features like a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and express check-out. Self parking is offered for USD 10.00 per night. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. This hotel also has a terrace.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 10 kids 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay
  • 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 per accommodation, per stay

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.

  • Self parking fee: USD 10.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per stay

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
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)
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? For a fee, this property offers self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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 free cancellation available at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Columbia within a 10-minute walk of Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park, Finlay Park, and Richard Samuel Roberts House. You'll also find Colonial Life Arena and Riverbanks Zoo and Garden within a short drive.

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

Yes, parking is offered for USD 10.00 per night. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown include a casino at the property?

No, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free breakfast plus some guestrooms include jetted bathtubs and free Internet access.

Are there hot tubs at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown serves free continental breakfast each morning from its snack bar.

Will Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

The closest major airport to Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown is Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), which is 6.9 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown.

Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown 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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 551 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Dana

Business traveler
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

2/10 Terrible

Maria

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIO

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great time
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
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

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Ryan

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

PATRICIA

Traveled with family and small children
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, Houston

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

10/10 Excellent

lizzie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gennea

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very welcoming and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

William

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Overall it was okay. I wish it had a pool but that was my fault for not checking. The breakfast was good and it was clean but the staff wasn’t the most friendly. They were also having problems with the locks on all the rooms and we had to wait for someone to let us in every time we went back to the room. A nice location next to the Congaree River with a nice historical park.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela, lehighton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean great room and decor all up to date and the breakfast is phenomenal.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Phyllis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good selection gor breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ice machine was dirty
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

kraig

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was very pleasant and friendly, and the room was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Quinton

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025