Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near University of South Carolina

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Exterior
Premium Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Bar (on property)
Exterior
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
1233 Washington Street, Columbia, SC, 29201
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • University of South Carolina
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Colonial Life Arena
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility Access Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility Access Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Mobility, Access Tub)

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Columbia

Located in Downtown Columbia, Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG is adjacent to First Baptist Church and within a 5-minute walk of Soda City Market. This 90-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a 24-hour gym, free in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour business center.

What's nearby

  • Township Auditorium - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of South Carolina - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Colonial Life Arena - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Williams Brice Stadium - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 7 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cola's Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cantina 76 On Main - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Camon Japanese Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Grand on Main - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Hotel with a restaurant, near University of South Carolina
Guests of Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG enjoy a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Self parking is available for USD 19 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 16 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.

Languages

English, Korean, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 19 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 15 for adults and USD 8 to 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Toast to Toast-

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 325 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 10 floors
  • Built in 1954
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 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 100.00 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 to 15.00 for adults, and USD 8.00 to 8.00 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 19 per day (in/out privileges)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG?

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Columbia, just steps from First Baptist Church and Soda City Market, and within a short walk of Columbia Museum of Art. You'll also find Williams Brice Stadium and Riverbanks Zoo and Garden within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 19 per day with in/out privileges. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG have a casino at the property?

No, Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like streaming services as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG have a hot tub?

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

Does Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Toast to Toast-.

Will Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG is Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), which is 7.8 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG.

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 382 out of 624 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 624 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 624 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 624 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 624 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Awesome staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

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

Visiting USC

We loved our location to all the shops in Columbia as well as location to our college visit to USC.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great!

Great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Site was perfect. Very convenient!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service. Staff for accomodating as I arrived early. They were able to find me a room. I was provided 2 vouchers for breakfasts for the next morning. The food was delicious. The room was clean and very spacious. Have stayed at this hotel before and will define back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry, Surfside Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean but dont go out sftee dark
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Umesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret W

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Located close to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
The hotels in a great location reasonably priced staff is so accommodating parking is easy and reasonable would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

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

Great stop!

We had a great stay. Johnel was the highlight of our wknd!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

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

8/10 Good

Immanuel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The walking area from the front entrance to the parking garage area is dirty and sketchy. Outside of that the hotel interior is great. The Marriott hotel next to this one has a better entry from the parking garage to its hotel. Also the Holiday in rooms are a bit smaller than usual. The city view windows are blocked by parking garages unless you are in floors 8-10 I'd say. We stayed on 6 and the view was blocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

8/10 Good

Thomas

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

10/10 Excellent

Josette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staffing was extremely pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvia, TIMMONSVILLE

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was well maintained and the staff was excellent. My only complaint is the parking.There is no onsite parking or handicapped parking, which is difficult for people with disabilities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good central location. Very clean and good service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot in downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025