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Aloft Columbia Downtown

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 7-minute walk to Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AU$201
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar

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823 Lady St, Columbia, SC, 29201
  • Place, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Colonial Life Arena
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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aloft, Room, 1 King Bed, City View

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Corner)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Corner)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Corner)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Corner)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Hearing Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Columbia

Aloft Columbia Downtown places you in the centre of Columbia, within just a 15-minute stroll of Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and Colonial Life Arena. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .The café, re:fuel, is open for breakfast. W XYZ Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. 614 square feet (57 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a snack bar/deli. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3-property class Downtown Columbia hotel include EdVenture Children's Museum and South Carolina State Museum.

What's nearby

  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • University of South Carolina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Colonial Life Arena - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • South Carolina State Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Township Auditorium - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 15 min walk
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cola's Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Republic Biergarten & Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hickory Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tsunami Sushi Restaurant - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Aloft Columbia Downtown

Hotel with a restaurant, 7-minute walk to Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and a meeting room.

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 614 square feet (57 square metres) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness centre, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Aloft Columbia Downtown. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Columbia hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 107 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 614 sq ft of conference space
  • 57 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2017
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Aloft Columbia Downtown offers 107 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 49-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 10 to 50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • re:fuel
  • W XYZ Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Art gallery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 614 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • 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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 2017
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
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: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per day
  • Destination fee: USD 2.

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 50 per person
  • Self-parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Aloft Columbia Downtown Hotel
Aloft Columbia Downtown Hotel
Aloft Columbia Downtown Columbia
Aloft Columbia Downtown Hotel Columbia
Aloft Columbia Downtown a Marriott Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Aloft Columbia Downtown?

Aloft 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 Aloft Columbia Downtown?

As of 15 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aloft Columbia Downtown on 1 Mar 2026 start from AU$200.54, 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 Aloft Columbia Downtown?

Yep, Aloft Columbia Downtown has a self car park with in/out privileges for USD 20.00 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Is Aloft Columbia Downtown family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Aloft Columbia Downtown is a hit with families.

Does Aloft Columbia Downtown serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is served weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Aloft Columbia Downtown?

No, Aloft Columbia Downtown does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Aloft Columbia Downtown?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Aloft Columbia Downtown?

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

Are pets allowed at Aloft Columbia Downtown?

Dogs are welcome at Aloft Columbia Downtown, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet, with a maximum weight of up to 18 kg per pet.

Aloft Columbia Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 558 out of 815 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 149 out of 815 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 815 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 815 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 815 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

susana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and clean room! Warm and comfortable for a winter stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

denise

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delandra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great! The location, staff and room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Herman

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and friendly staff! Clean and good location with a spacious room. My family, including the dog, enjoyed their stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and staff was helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

jose

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wish they had more breakfast options. Clean and good size rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location, friendly dtaff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Diverse options? What happened to variety of options. Strangely worded question
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would stay again. It should be noted that you pay to park but the parking garage was very close. The room was clean. The staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHARNIQUE

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
The host was very nice and welcoming, the room was very clean and appealing to the eye.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Levar

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Imani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Daniella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff are extremely pleasant and helpful. The rooms are clean and comfortable. My only complaint is the air freshener that is in the lobby. It smells really good but it was a little overpowering and I get migraines from since so that was a bit of a concern.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

davena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was really amazing. I really enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room and staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
The air conditioning did not work well when turning the fan from high to low. So the room was hot, then really cold, then really hot. The water pressure of the sink was low.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everyone at this property was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025