Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, walk to Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center

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Exterior
Point of interest
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Exterior
Point of interest
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • GymGymGym
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Your area essentials

Map
901 WASHINGTON STREET, Columbia, SC, 29229
  • Popular LocationColumbia Metropolitan Convention Center8 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of South Carolina11 min walk
  • Popular LocationColonial Life Arena13 min walk
  • AirportColumbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)13 min drive

Room options

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility Tub)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility Tub)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room (Specialty)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Columbia

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel places you in the centre of Columbia, within just a 15-minute stroll of Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and University of South Carolina. Highlights at this hotel include free weekday breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and a 24-hour business centre. .Enjoy the gym and seasonal outdoor swimming pool as well as access to a playground. 1000 square feet (93 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. On weekday mornings free full breakfast is offered between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Downtown Columbia hotel include Colonial Life Arena and South Carolina State Museum.

What's nearby

  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 8 min walk
  • University of South Carolina - 11 min walk
  • Colonial Life Arena - 13 min walk
  • Township Auditorium - 19 min walk
  • Riverbanks Zoo and Garden - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 19 min walk
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cola's - 6 min walk
  • Mellow Mushroom - 6 min walk
  • Cantina 76 On Main - 7 min walk
  • Old Chicago - 7 min walk
  • Blue Marlin - 4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, walk to Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served on weekdays. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1000 square feet (93 square metres) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This Columbia hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 105 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 1000 sq ft of conference space
  • 93 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2021
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel offers 105 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 14 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available on weekdays 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,000 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Building
  • Built in 2021
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 5.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • 2 per cent destination fee will be charged.
  • Service fee: USD 14 per accommodation, per night

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.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 14 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 5.0 per night

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, 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
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
Cashless transactions are available
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • The outdoor pool closes for the season in September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Holiday INN EXP Stes Dwntwn THE Vista
Holiday Inn Express Suites Columbia Downtown The Vista

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel?

As of 15 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel on 19 May 2024 start from NZ$204.65, 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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 14 per night.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, guests quite like the free full brekkie here! Served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 312 out of 494 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 494 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 494 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 494 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 494 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glandia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Miss Tapp makes the best breakfast and her presence is so beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly and quiet, my stay was excellent. I strongly recommend it to those with the resources.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All Around Nice
Great location in the Vista…walking distance for several restaurants and bars. Very inviting hotel lobby; big rooms; clean baths. If they are busy, parking is at a premium but al in all a very nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful rooms
Very kind and helpful I just loved their rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emiredwin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glandia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glandia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

katherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was great and so was the service. Ms. Tapp was very helpful and i really appreciated her.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023