[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Budget Inn Express - Columbia Travelers stay connected with reliable in-room WiFi at this practical hotel near Williams Brice Stadium, where the 24-hour front desk ensures help whenever needed ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5480000/5479500/5479443/70ffceee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5480000/5479500/5479443/01de561b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5480000/5479500/5479443/4eef35d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Budget Inn Express - Columbia is a convenient base for stadium visitors. Guests appreciate practical amenities like in-room WiFi and self-parking. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FColumbia-Hotels-Budget-Inn-Express-Columbia.h5479443.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FColumbia-Hotels-Budget-Inn-Express-Columbia.h5479443.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Columbia, Budget Inn Express - Columbia is in the city center. Lake Murray and Congaree Creek Heritage Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and EdVenture Children's Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Colonial Life Arena or Williams Brice Stadium. [Visit our Columbia travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Columbia.dx764) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.02995%2C-81.03637&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=IDiwdK8xijb1B36NO4DhjOglDrQ=) 1601 Sunset Dr, Columbia, SC, 29203 ### What's nearby - Benedict College - 2 min drive - 2.4 km - Township Auditorium - 3 min drive - 2.7 km - University of South Carolina - 4 min drive - 4.1 km - Colonial Life Arena - 4 min drive - 4.4 km - Riverbanks Zoo and Garden - 5 min drive - 5.6 km ### Getting around - Columbia Station - 14 min drive - Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 24 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Burger King - ‬8 min walk - ‪Publico at BullStreet - ‬3 min drive - ‪Church's Texas Chicken - ‬20 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive - ‪Tupelo Honey - ‬3 min drive ## About this property ### Budget Inn Express - Columbia Hotel near University of South Carolina Located close to Colonial Life Arena, Budget Inn Express - Columbia has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Free self parking - A 24-hour front desk Room features All guestrooms at Budget Inn Express - Columbia have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Extra amenities include: - Refrigerators, microwaves, and irons/ironing boards - Cable channels and phones ## Similar properties ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99990000/99988100/99988091/0973d053.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Budget Inn Express Columbia - Parking included - Free WiFi - 24/7 front desk 5.8 9 reviews CA $94 CA $106 total includes taxes & fees Oct 7 - Oct 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=99988091&PinnedHotelID=99988091&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/870000/868400/868345/f265ae85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown Downtown Columbia - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Gym 8.6 Excellent 1,011 reviews CA $137 CA $153 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=868345&PinnedHotelID=868345&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Laundry room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/851800/851705/bd1cf55b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Red Roof Inn Columbia, SC Airport West Columbia - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 6.0 457 reviews CA $105 CA $113 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=851705&PinnedHotelID=851705&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17700/17643/166716ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rodeway Inn & Suites Fort Jackson Columbia - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Housekeeping 5.8 385 reviews CA $112 CA $126 total includes taxes & fees Oct 4 - Oct 5 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-04&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=17643&PinnedHotelID=17643&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Family friendly - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk ### Guest services - No housekeeping service ### More - 2 floors - Built in 2008 ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Cable/satellite channels ### Food and drink - Microwave - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Iron/ironing board - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 1 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 ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge 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, 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 ### Property is also known as Budget Express-columbia Budget Inn Express-columbia Budget Inn Express columbia Budget Inn Express Columbia Budget Inn Express - Columbia Hotel Budget Inn Express - Columbia Columbia Budget Inn Express - Columbia Hotel Columbia ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Budget Inn Express - Columbia pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Budget Inn Express - Columbia? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Budget Inn Express - Columbia? > Check-in begins at 1 PM. ### What time is check-out at Budget Inn Express - Columbia? > Check-out is at 11 AM. ### Where is Budget Inn Express - Columbia located? > Located in the heart of Columbia, this hotel is steps from Palmetto Health Heart Hospital and 3 mi (4.9 km) from University of South Carolina. Earlewood Park and Palmetto Health Richland Hospital are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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