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Way Inn and Conference Center

2.5 star property

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks
Meeting facility
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Reviews

5.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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773 Saint Andrews Rd, Columbia, SC, 29210-5114
  • Place, Three Rivers Greenway
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Columbiana Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Columbia

Located in Seven Oaks, Way Inn and Conference Center is within a few miles (5 km) of sights such as Saluda Shoals Park and Three Rivers Greenway. This hotel has 64 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi. Located centrally in Columbia, it's connected to the convention center and also close to BTM Dutch Square Cinema 14 and South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame.

What's nearby

  • AMF Seven Oaks Lanes - 2 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Three Rivers Greenway - 3 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Columbiana Centre - 4 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Frankie's Fun Park - 4 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Riverbanks Zoo and Garden - 5 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 9 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Calabash Carribean Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Real Mexico - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Way Inn and Conference Center

Way Inn and Conference Center features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Additional amenities include conference space, a water dispenser, and a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with cable channels and pay movies. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2,400 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 10.00 per pet, per day
  • 2 total (44 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 10.00 per pet, per day
  • 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, 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; cash is not accepted
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
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking. There's also 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 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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 10 AM to 9 PM.
  • 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.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge Columbia
Econo Lodge Motel Columbia
Columbia Econo Lodge
Rodeway Inn Motel Columbia
Rodeway Inn Columbia
Rodeway Inn Conference Center
Way Inn Conference Center
Rodeway Inn Conference Center
Way Conference Center Columbia
Way Inn and Conference Center Hotel
Way Inn and Conference Center Columbia
Way Inn and Conference Center Hotel Columbia

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Way Inn and Conference Center?

Way Inn and Conference Center provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see near Way Inn and Conference Center?

This hotel is situated in Seven Oaks, close to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, Columbiana Centre, and Frankie's Fun Park. You'll also find Saluda Shoals Park and Three Rivers Greenway within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Way Inn and Conference Center?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. An electric car charging station, wheelchair-accessible parking, and RV/bus/truck parking are also available.

Does Way Inn and Conference Center have a casino?

No, Way Inn and Conference Center doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Way Inn and Conference Center?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 10 AM and 9 PM.

Is Way Inn and Conference Center good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool and free breakfast plus some guestrooms include free WiFi.

Are there hot tubs at Way Inn and Conference Center?

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

Does Way Inn and Conference Center have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Way Inn and Conference Center offers free continental breakfast though there is no restaurant.

Does Way Inn and Conference Center allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Way Inn and Conference Center for a fee of USD 10.00 per pet, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Way Inn and Conference Center?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Way Inn and Conference Center?

The closest major airport to Way Inn and Conference Center is Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), which is 9.9 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Way Inn and Conference Center?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Way Inn and Conference Center.

Way Inn and Conference Center Reviews

Reviews

5.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 28 reviews

5.4/10

Cleanliness

5.6/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Judy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
NASTY NASTY HOTEL. HAS LONG TERM GUYS LIVING AT HOTEL. HAD A BIG PARTY IN BREEZEWAY THAT EVERYONE ON SECOND HAS TO WALK THROUGH. ROOM WAS FILTHY. BOOKED A TWO NIGHT STAY- CHECKED OUT AND STILL HAD TO PAY FOR SECOND NITE. STAY ANY WHERE BUT HERE.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Tyrone

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

Lack of cleaniness

Tub had roaches in it.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Hot hot hot

I had to move rooms two times bc the a/c wasn't working correctly but at least they accommodated me. After three rooms total, finally found an a/c that worked correctly.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Bert

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

go elsewhere

stayed two nights - could not believe I had to justify why my room needed to be serviced after night 1. The maintenance guy followed me around. Light over sink burned out - told front desk the first evening there; at check-out still not replaced.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Robert

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

Chernobyl

Looked like an Eastern European war zone. If this had not been prepaid and I had arrived in daylight, I would not even have stopped in the parking lot. The exterior was run down, with sections of unpainted walls visible. About 1/3 of the parking lot was gravel patches. All vending and ice machined had been removed to the lobby. "Non-smoking" means currently not on fire. Smells like smoke is pumped into the rooms. There was garbage in the bathroom when we arrived (old beer cans and bottles). We had roaches in the room. There was debris in various piles in the parking lot and in corners of the hotel. As for the neighborhood, I will avoid this exit on I-26 going forward. Were there any positives? Yes. I lived to write this review. No bed bugs. I did not catch any weird diseases, and I am POSITIVE that I will never stay here again.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking lot is like traveling through a war zone
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Never again

For the price, what you pull up to is what you expect. Customer service was par. My issue was the room. It had barely been cleaned, still had hair in the shower. The worst part was that I kept feeling itching and biting on my feet, but didn't really see what was causing it. It took a few hours to determine the room had some ants in it. Not a lot, but obviously enough for my feet to notice if I walked around in sandals. Needless to say, I will never stay here again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The only problem was no coffee was ready in the morning.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Worst hotel ever

Stayed one night for the PE exam. Everything was awful. Entire hotel stinks, room was dirty, bathroom was disgusting, truck drivers kept me up till midnight and woke up at 3:30am. "Breakfast" means water and apples. DO NOT STAY THERE.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

cheap stay ok

Ok
Verified

4/10 Poor

Mike

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

Dirty hotel

Dirty hotel, bugs, worn linens, door lock did not work, toilet was not secured to floor, holes in the shower.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jimbo Mclaurin

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to food and Interstate

Clean and freshly painted and remodeled. Older TV, but we were more interested in Free WiFi . All linens clean and fresh looking/smelling and new carpeting. We didn't expect a four star property and were pleasantly surprised at the quality of the room. Room was clean and professionally made up both nights that we there.
Verified

6/10 Okay

J.C.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, and the bed comfortable. Not in very good condition from the outside and surrounding area is a bit sketchy. Staff was friendly and helpful. I was expecting a little more at breakfast, however for the price of the room I could not complain .
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Toilet is broke in room 223 and the bath tub wasn't clean and the wash cloths had hair stuck to them
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Brandon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room smelled like old carpets and cat urine. Charged me an extra 12 dollars to bring my puppy in.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

kelly a

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

Never again!

Would only, ONLY suggest (not recommend) this hotel if you are COMPLETELY exhausted and have NO other options!
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort

You get what you pay for..

Not bad if you're just passing through..
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Two Men and A Truck

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

hotel should be condemned

it was awful, not maintained, staff can not speak English well enough to communicate
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

nice hotel on north west of Columbia.

good rate for a nice room in Columbia. The hotel is near the interstate, shopping, and food.
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Comfortable and clean

Although the hotel was old, the room was clean and the bed was comfortable. The staff was very nice. No fridge or microwave in the room and no ice machine but good room for the money. I would stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard Johnson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love it want to stay again
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Econo Lodge in Columbia, SC

The front desk staff was very rude. The description of the rooms is very misleading....you have to pay more for a refrigerator/microwave in your room. There is no elevator, so I had to make 3 trips up a flight of stairs. Continental breakfast was a complete joke...cereal, week old milk and a couple Little Debbie cakes.The room itself was large and relatively clean.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

fiasco reservation

hotel is in poor conditions, roaches inside the room. bad smell in the room. no refrigerator or microwave. after pay thru net. employee charge for the room again then she have to made a transation to return the money back into the account (i hope.) it was very close to the area of my business. thanks
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

great location for the Masters

It's a typical budget motel room but for what we wanted, a cheap room with easy access to the Masters Tournament, it fit the bill. The room rate was very reasonable, the front desk staff was helpful and friendly, the room was clean and it was right off the interstate so we didn't have to mess around in the mornings. Plus it was across the street from a great BBQ place. We'll probably stay there again next year.
Verified

6/10 Okay

john

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

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