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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

2.5 star property
Travelers start their day with convenient to-go breakfast before energizing in the state-of-the-art gym or relaxing in the charming outdoor space

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown offers practical amenities in the heart of Columbia. Guests enjoy to-go breakfast, dry cleaning, a terrace, gym, snack bar/deli, free in-room WiFi, and attentive staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
The current price is ฿2,782
฿3,115 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

Room options

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(44 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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

Downtown Columbia, a neighbourhood in Columbia, is home to Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown. South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum and South Carolina State Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Governor's Mansion and The Big Apple. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Colonial Life Arena or Carolina Coliseum. Visit our Columbia travel guide
Map
501 Taylor Street, Columbia, SC, 29201

What's nearby

  • The view at the end of the canal trail from Columbia's Riverfront Park. It is a beautiful city park! For a video guide of the park and trail, please visit: https://www.hdcarolina.com/episode/riverfront-park-canal-trail
    Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • EdVenture Children's Museum
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • South Carolina State Museum
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of South Carolina
    18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    11 min walk
  • Bierkeller Brewing Company
    13 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    10 min walk
  • Tsunami Sushi Restaurant
    14 min walk
  • Blue Marlin
    14 min walk

About this property

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Hotel near University of South Carolina
Consider a stay at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a snack bar/deli.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), express check-out and a front desk safe
  • Luggage storage, a lift and smoke-free property
  • Outdoor furniture and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 81 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and free infant beds

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The price is ฿3,402
฿3,810 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
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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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
10 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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)

We should mention

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 Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 21 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown on 1 Feb 2026 start from ฿2,781.52, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

Self-parking is available for USD 10.00 per night.

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

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

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

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown located?

Located in Downtown Columbia, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park and University of South Carolina. Finlay Park and Governor's Mansion are also within 15 minutes. Columbia Station is 19 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 556 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with friendly staff, clean rooms and a great continental breakfast. The only negative was that my room faced the main road and it was noisy all night long.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pricing for the room, front desk staff nice and personable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, easy check in/out, good checkout time
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 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

Terrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great place to stay that is in a safe area and conveniently located to Riverbank zoo and downtown Columbia. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gennea

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

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely friendly. Ana checked me in and was very helpful. The thing I did not like at all was getting charged $10 for parking. Just add the $10 to the reservation. Overall good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice outside seating area .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! The staff was super friendly and nice! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madiha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved our stay here. Everything was very good. Exactly how u need for a long road trip. Will be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient and staff was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful front desk staff. Breakfast was good, but would love to see more keto options.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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

Perfect Getaway

Great weekend stay. The staff was welcoming, kind, and efficient. The rooms were clean, bed was comfortable, and breakfast was just right. We’ll stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a good value and clean and not to far from downtown (walked to the basketball game). I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Quality property, friendly staff, very clean, conveniently located.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room is comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great Staff, very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 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

Demond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The whole place smelled so good. The bedding and bed was comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness. Great Breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A car is necessary to enjoy everything that Columbia has to offer but the hotel was very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great. The room was cozy. We were by the road and the traffic was noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

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

Perfect Stay

Nice hotel, good location, friendly staff and management.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024