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Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia's central hotel offers warm hospitality with on-site dining at Toast to Toast and a 24-hour gym for travelers to recharge after exploring the city

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Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown is a convenient base for urban adventures. Enjoy meals at the on-site Toast to Toast restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi to plan excursions. The multilingual staff helps guests navigate nearby attractions.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Room options

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Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications, Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Communications)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Communications)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Located in Downtown Columbia, a neighborhood in Columbia, Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG is near the airport. Williams Brice Stadium is a notable landmark and some of the area's popular attractions include South Carolina State Fairgrounds and Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Colonial Life Arena or Carolina Coliseum. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Columbia travel guide
Map
1233 Washington Street, Columbia, SC, 29201

What's nearby

  • South Carolina State House
    South Carolina State House
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Aerial view of the South Carolina skyline at dusk in Columbia, SC. Columbia is the capital of the U.S. state of South Carolina and serves as the county seat of Richland County
    University of South Carolina
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Township Auditorium
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Colonial Life Arena
    18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Columbia Station
    7 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Halls Chophouse Columbia
    5 min walk
  • East Bay Deli
    2 min walk
  • Starbucks
    1 min walk
  • Hanabi Hibachi & Sushi
    6 min walk
  • Prohibition
    4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

  • Hotel near University of South Carolina
  • Colonial Life Arena is located near Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG, which provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a 24-hour gym. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Toast to Toast-, the on-site restaurant. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and 1 meeting room
    • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and outdoor furniture
    • An elevator and smoke-free premises
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 90 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with hair dryers and shampoo
    • Flat-screen TVs with streaming services and premium channels
    • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 19 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 15 for adults and USD 8 to 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Toast to Toast-

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 325 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 10 floors
  • Built in 1954
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

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
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 to 15.00 for adults, and USD 8.00 to 8.00 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 19 per day (in/out privileges)

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
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG?

As of Jun 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG on Jul 4, 2026 start from CA $142, 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?

Self parking is available for USD 19 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG located?

Located in Downtown Columbia, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of First Baptist Church, University of South Carolina, and Colonial Life Arena. Soda City Market and Columbia Museum of Art are also within 5 minutes. Columbia Station is 25 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 470 out of 781 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 781 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 781 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 781 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 781 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM MICHAEL

Clean room and staff were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean and staff was very nice. Parking is a bit of a pain, but the neighborhood is very walkable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at this hotel was absolutely wonderful from start to finish. The staff was incredibly welcoming, professional, and attentive, making sure every detail of my stay was comfortable and enjoyable. The check-in process was smooth, and the team went above and beyond to ensure I had everything I needed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bailey

It was a clean room. Staff was super nice!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was amazing, best room and very good price
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Juliet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and the staff were helpful and friendly! Definitely will stay again when I’m in town!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sunday

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Immaculate room, out standing customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

kelly

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice staff and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay, the staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Iyawna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was very clean and customer service was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spotless. It’s just think the front desk should be more friendly, besides that , it was all good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was outstanding Room was crowded, but clean. Parking questionable Cleanliness around the property subpar
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean AC worked parking was convenient
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
great for one night. friendly staff, just wished the fridge and coffee maker worked. tv was a little limited but overall, good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, good location, clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

LaToya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My husband enjoyed our stay… the staff was super nice…
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location; friendly staff; convenient with small bar area in lobby
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Amenities
The hotels in a great location reasonably priced staff is so accommodating parking is easy and reasonable would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and excellent staff!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location to USC & airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and beds comfy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024