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 curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
View from property
Reception
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Columbia

At Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park and Finlay Park. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find a snack bar/deli, a terrace and express check-out. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Downtown Columbia hotel include University of South Carolina and Colonial Life Arena.

What's nearby

  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of South Carolina - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Colonial Life Arena - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Township Auditorium - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Riverbanks Zoo and Garden - 3 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 19 min walk
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 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
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A fitness centre, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services are also featured at the business-friendly Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown. Parking is available for a fee.

This Columbia hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 81 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown offers 81 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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 transport

  • Parking on site (USD 10 per night)
  • RV/bus/lorry 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 cot
  • 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
  • Lift
  • Transfer shower
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • 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 and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 10 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. 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) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Up to 10 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Columbia Downtown
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Holiday Inn Express Suites Columbia Downtown
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Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown on 9 Nov 2025 start from NZ$190.51, including 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.

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

Yep, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown has a self car park for USD 10.00 per night.

Is Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown is a hit with families.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary continental brekkie is served weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

No, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

No, only service animals are allowed.