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Aloft Columbia Downtown

Columbia - SC · United States

823 Lady StView location

9.0/10Excellent893 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/109.6
Service9.4/109.4
Comfort9.2/109.2
Condition9.4/109.4
Neighborhood9.6/109.6
Amenities8.8/108.8
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About Aloft Columbia Downtown

Centrally located in Columbia, Aloft Columbia Downtown is a 7-minute walk from the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and an 11-minute walk from Colonial Life Arena. This hotel offers 107 air-conditioned rooms, each equipped with a refrigerator, LED TV, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant, grab a snack at the deli, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a fee. Recreational facilities include a 24-hour fitness center, a terrace, and a garden.

Additional amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, a fireplace in the lobby, a 24-hour business center, and express check-in. The hotel also offers 614 square feet of meeting and conference space.

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With a stay at Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown, you'll be centrally located in Columbia, a short 6-minute walk from Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and 11 minutes by foot from Colonial Life Arena.

This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from South Carolina State Museum and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from EdVenture Children's Museum. Make yourself at home in one of the 107 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LED televisions.

Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and express check-in. Planning an event in Columbia? This hotel has 614 square feet (57 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Gym
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 5:00 AM
Check-out until 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age 21

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available Parking height restrictions apply Noise-free rooms not guaranteed LGBTQIA+ friendly Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 18 Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 40 Only dogs are allowed Maximum number of pets per room 1 Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions Pets cannot be left unattended

Important information

  • Property Alerts

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

    • Deposit: USD 50.00 per day

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

  • You need to know
    • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
    • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
    • Parking height restrictions apply.
    • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Minimal age
    21
  • Optional fees
    • 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

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

North Carolina Mutual Building 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Columbia Regional Visitors Center 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
The Big Apple 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Finlay Park 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Trustus Theatre 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
University of South Carolina 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
South Carolina State House 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Saint Peter's Catholic Church 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Columbia Museum of Art 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Soda City Market 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Colonial Life Arena 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Trinity Episcopal Cathedral 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
First Baptist Church 1 km / 0.6 mi
EdVenture Children's Museum 1 km / 0.6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 107
  • hotel
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wired InternetExtra charge
  • Wi-fiExtra charge
  • Laundry service
  • Fireplace
  • Hotel safe
  • Lift access
  • Garden
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  • Terrace
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Conference room
  • Meeting room
  • Business centreExtra charge
  • TV lounge
  • Breakfast
  • SnacksExtra charge
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
  • FitnessExtra charge
  • Billiards
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

B2

Breakfast For Two Guests

This meal plan may be available depending on the selected room/rate.

RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

Upon availability

Room types

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  • DOUBLE Accessible-Two Queen BedsDOUBLE • Accessible-Two Queen BedsDBL.H6-2Q

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    Aloft Columbia Downtown

    DOUBLE Accessible-Two Queen Beds

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    Accessible-Two Queen Beds

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.H6-2Q

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  • QUADRUPLE GUEST ROOM CITY VIEWQUADRUPLE • GUEST ROOM CITY VIEWQUA.CV-GR

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    QUADRUPLE GUEST ROOM CITY VIEW

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    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    QUADRUPLE
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    GUEST ROOM CITY VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.CV-GR

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  • DOUBLE GUEST ROOM KING BEDDOUBLE • GUEST ROOM KING BEDDBL.GR-KG

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    DOUBLE GUEST ROOM KING BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    GUEST ROOM KING BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.GR-KG

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Aloft Columbia Downtown

    Room STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • DOUBLE GUEST ROOMDOUBLE • GUEST ROOMDBL.GR

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    DOUBLE GUEST ROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    GUEST ROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.GR

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  • QUADRUPLE CITY VIEWQUADRUPLE • CITY VIEWQUA.CV

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    QUADRUPLE CITY VIEW

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    CITY VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.CV

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  • QUADRUPLE GUEST ROOMQUADRUPLE • GUEST ROOMQUA.GR

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    QUADRUPLE GUEST ROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    GUEST ROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.GR

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  • DOUBLE Accessible-Queen Size BedDOUBLE • Accessible-Queen Size BedDBL.H6-QN

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    Aloft Columbia Downtown

    DOUBLE Accessible-Queen Size Bed

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    Accessible-Queen Size Bed

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.H6-QN

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • QUADRUPLE Accessible-Queen Size BedQUADRUPLE • Accessible-Queen Size BedQUA.H6-QN

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    Aloft Columbia Downtown

    QUADRUPLE Accessible-Queen Size Bed

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    Accessible-Queen Size Bed

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.H6-QN

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • QUADRUPLE AccessibleQUADRUPLE • AccessibleQUA.H6-2

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    QUADRUPLE Accessible

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    Accessible

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.H6-2

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • QUADRUPLE CITY VIEW QUEEN BEDQUADRUPLE • CITY VIEW QUEEN BEDQUA.CV-QN

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    QUADRUPLE CITY VIEW QUEEN BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    CITY VIEW QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.CV-QN

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  • QUADRUPLE STANDARDQUADRUPLE • STANDARDQUA.ST

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    Aloft Columbia Downtown

    QUADRUPLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.ST

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  • DOUBLE GUEST ROOM CITY VIEWDOUBLE • GUEST ROOM CITY VIEWDBL.CV-GR

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    DOUBLE GUEST ROOM CITY VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    GUEST ROOM CITY VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.CV-GR

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  • DOUBLE Accessible KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • Accessible KING SIZE BED • 1 BedroomDBL.H6-KG
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    DOUBLE Accessible KING SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 2
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    Accessible KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.H6-KG

    Room amenities

    • Wheelchair-accessible

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

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  • DOUBLE AccessibleDOUBLE • AccessibleDBL.H6-1

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    Aloft Columbia Downtown

    DOUBLE Accessible

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    Accessible

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.H6-1

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE CITY VIEWDOUBLE • CITY VIEWDBL.CV-1

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    Aloft Columbia Downtown

    DOUBLE CITY VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    CITY VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.CV-1

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • QUADRUPLE QUEEN SIZE BEDQUADRUPLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDQUA.QN

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    Aloft Columbia Downtown

    QUADRUPLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.QN

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • QUADRUPLE GUEST ROOM QUEEN BEDQUADRUPLE • GUEST ROOM QUEEN BEDQUA.GR-QN

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    Aloft Columbia Downtown

    QUADRUPLE GUEST ROOM QUEEN BED

    Room photos

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    GUEST ROOM QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.GR-QN

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG-1

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    Aloft Columbia Downtown

    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

    Room photos

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG-1

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Aloft Columbia Downtown

9.0
Excellent
893 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.6 /10
Service
9.4 /10
Comfort
9.2 /10
Condition
9.4 /10
Neighborhood
9.6 /10
Amenities
8.8 /10
100 reviews shown
6/10
Pleasant
25 Jul 2026
Ryan
WiFi didn’t work for my 2 day trip. Not a big deal but
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2026
Sierra
Clean property and friendly staff.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jul 2026
Jakayla
The front desk staff ladies were really nice and friendly. Our room was great and comfortable so shout out to the staff member that cleaned it!! Great stay will definitely stay here again
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2026
Angela
This hotel was clean, trendy, well located and had great amenities!
Family
8/10
Excellent
01 Jun 2026
Salena
The first floor rooms are definitely older than the rest of the hotel.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2026
luann
Location was perfect
Family
8/10
Excellent
24 May 2026
Audrey
Even though the hotel was downtown and there were multiple venues to eat at, the price I paid for the hotel room there should have been a microwave in the room and the refrigerator was compact. Nice hotel overall but if I had known that it had no microwave I would have selected a different hotel.
4/10
Poor
20 May 2026
Joe
I was charged for breakfast when it should have been included in my room charge
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
08 May 2026
Yibo
My dad and I couldn’t sleep all night because there were some cars making loud noises all nights.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2026
Theresa
The staff was extremely friendly.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Apr 2026
Michel
Great breakfast.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2026
Natalie
Room was super clean. Check in was super easy and the front seat person was really helpful.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2026
Shelby
Very friendly staff and very clean.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Mar 2026
Kim
Great location
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Mar 2026
Mary P
Loved it
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2026
cynthis
staff, location, clean, excellent location
Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Feb 2026
Bethney
Great staff, friendly, accommodating and professional. Great lobby/ bar area.
10/10
Exceptional
17 Feb 2026
Theresa
The room was very clean and housekeeping kept it clean throughout my stay. They did an excellent job. Front desk staff were very friendly, professional and very helpful. Hotel is in a great location, within walking distance of restaurants and shops. Would highly recommend.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2026
Yvette
The rooms are always immaculate and I don't know what they clean with, but it smells wonderful!! I like that I can access my streaming channels on the tv; and, the breakfast offerings (while not free) are very tasty. Lastly, the staff is very friendly and professional.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
14 Feb 2026
Brian
EVERYTHING!!!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Feb 2026
Colleen
The staff were extremely friendly and helpful…had a wonderful trip visiting my niece at SCU
10/10
Exceptional
09 Feb 2026
Vino
Yes!
Business
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jan 2026
Eugene
The staff were incredibly courteous and consummate professionals!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jan 2026
Melanie
Service was great. Everyone was kind and friendly.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jan 2026
Herman
Awesome experience
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2025
J
The room was spotless and very comfortable
10/10
Exceptional
28 Dec 2025
Curtis
It was great and the staff was friendly
10/10
Exceptional
23 Dec 2025
Claudette Lovette
great place
8/10
Excellent
03 Dec 2025
Lindsay
The staff was great, and the room was clean. It was a nice stay and no complaints. Great location
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Nov 2025
William
Great
Business
10/10
Exceptional
13 Nov 2025
susana
Nice room and clean room!
Warm and comfortable for a winter stay!
10/10
Exceptional
07 Nov 2025
Delandra
Everything was great! The location, staff and room.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
03 Nov 2025
Anne
Great and friendly staff! Clean and good location with a spacious room. My family, including the dog, enjoyed their stay.
Business Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Nov 2025
Marvin
Clean and staff was helpful
8/10
Excellent
01 Nov 2025
jose
Wish they had more breakfast options. Clean and good size rooms.
Business Friends
10/10
Exceptional
28 Oct 2025
Renee
Clean room, great location, friendly dtaff
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Oct 2025
Mark
Diverse options? What happened to variety of options. Strangely worded question
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2025
Lisa
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.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
09 Oct 2025
CHARNIQUE
The host was very nice and welcoming, the room was very clean and appealing to the eye.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
03 Oct 2025
Daniella
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.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
29 Sep 2025
davena
Everything was really amazing. I really enjoyed my stay.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Sep 2025
Brian
Nice room and staff
Business
4/10
Poor
11 Sep 2025
Derek
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.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Sep 2025
Elizabeth
Everyone at this property was lovely
10/10
Exceptional
08 Aug 2025
ADAM
Beautiful main lobby
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
04 Aug 2025
Ly
This downtown location is great - walkable to many restaurants, shops, and the state capital. We highly recommend the free guided tour of the state capital.

Check-in was easy and free street parking on the weekend saved us $40 because we did not have to use the hotel garage.

The room was spacious, clean, and stylish. However, we did not sleep well due to the wall AC unit being loud and we could hear the street traffic late into the night and early in the morning.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Aug 2025
Felicia

Baseball tournament trip

We really enjoyed our stay we were in town for a little league baseball tournament and our 10 and 14 year old lived the hotel the pool table and lounge outside with jenga was a hit. The location was great lots of good food otions within walking distance.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
03 Aug 2025
Laurie
Comfy beds, clean and convenient. Perfect location to stay while moving our USC student into their apartment.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Aug 2025
Maria
Everyone staff member was so friendly kind and pleasant.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Aug 2025
Drexell
Very nice place, this is my 2nd stay here,highly recommend
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Jul 2025
Stuart
Great location. Nice place. Walkable. The parking garage elevator didn't work and the parking attendant really was driving cars through the garage like an Indy car race. Kind of dangerous.
6/10
Pleasant
14 Jul 2025
Tracee
The property worked great for our needs. We needed to book rooms last minute due to a flight cancellation and Aloft had availability. The area was filled with dining options since it was near the USC campus. We booked two rooms and while clean, one room had a distinct smell that reminded me of the smell of dog urine. We were told that the hotel was pet friendly. They sprayed the carpet in the room which worked temporarily but the smell came back unfortunately. We were able to get through the night but they should probably get rid of that carpet or remove it for cleaning.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jul 2025
Kimberly
Always inviting!
Leisure Pet
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2025
Aaron

Prince Treatment

Great staff, especially the front desk. They didn’t miss a beat and was on top of everything, from check in to check out. Again, I felt like a prince coming home to his soon to be kingdom.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2025
Aaron

Great Staff

There’s a couple ladies at the front desk who were phenomenal. All the front desk staff was nice, but two stand out. One was Latash the LR Diamond, and the young lady who work at Verizon before Aloft. I felt like I was a prince visiting a nearby kingdom.

Thank you, for making my homecoming pleasant!
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
21 Jun 2025
Charles
Terrible experience. At check-in, staff weirdly warned me three times that the self-park gate “might not work” — as if that’s my problem. Room smelled bad, asked to switch, but the new one smelled the same. Uncomfortable bed, no water pressure in the shower. Also, elevator #2 still has a 2023 inspection certificate — pretty sure it’s overdue. 1/10. Skip this place and stay at the Cambria a block away — way better for the same price.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
16 Jun 2025
Marian
The staff was courteous and provided great customer service.
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2025
Tierra
Very nice staff , clean hotel !! Great price
Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Jun 2025
David
The area was very unique with a few shopping a restaurant options within walking distance. The room was a corner room and very spacious. The room just needed some minor detail changes. Example: the bathroom light and vanity area lights up the whole room with no option to close it off. The property was overall pretty good and a comfortable stay. The staff were excellent.
Business_and_leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Jun 2025
TANYA
Was nice and seems new or at least well maintained. Downstairs lobby bathroom needs more frequent attention but we would definitely return!
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2025
Nancy
Great experience! Loved this hotel!
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
08 Jun 2025
Marvin
Friendly staff, good value,safe parking area and walking distance to the hotel… I would stay here again.
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
05 Jun 2025
Dori
I just didn't like the vibe and couldn't sleep at all.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2025
Shannon
It was clean
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
14 May 2025
Verified traveler

Great, friendly staff !

A bit too industrial feel to it. Staff and service were excellent. Room was kept very clean by housekeeping.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2025
janelle
Nice room, great location
Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Apr 2025
Jeff

Anniversary weekend

Rooms were very clean. Could really use a microwave in room. Are was nice.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2025
Michelle
The beds were so comfortable!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Apr 2025
Steven

Great hotel, excellent location

Trendy & pretty hotel. Great location for restaurants & bars. Loved the bar in the lobby. Craft cocktails & a super nice bartender. We paid for breakfast. (Breakfast sandwiches, yogurt, oatmeal, & bagels.) The beds were very comfortable!
Our a/c was a little loud but not a sleep ruiner. Room was quite large too!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Mar 2025
Michael
Great hotel and location, staff was polite rooms are clean and comfortable good dining close
Business Friends
6/10
Pleasant
09 Mar 2025
Verified traveler

Not terrible

My room was right above the restaurant attached to the hotel.
During restaurant hours, I could hear voices all night until closing.
I could also hear everything in the halls and the rooms weren't sound proof and I didn't realize there was no pool.
I enjoyed my overall stay the room was small, but comfortable and clean.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Feb 2025
Lashirl
Easy to walk to colonial arena
4/10
Poor
23 Feb 2025
Vitalii
One of the worst experiences and definitely worst in Marotte network. Staff was kind of neutral and some people were not trained. No instructions or welcoming in the room. Almost no information on a frint desk.
Bathroom and toilet are in the same space as kitchen area in the room.
Tables at the lounge area are greasy.
Breakfast is poor and there was almost no options for the kids.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
23 Feb 2025
Gigi
I was not a fan of the design, it felt like a dorm room by IKEA, small tight quarters, although the bathroom was spacious. Beds were comfy, but noise in the are due to college students was a bit too much.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Feb 2025
Glenn
Very city friendly, walkable to shops restaurants. Staff was capable, but not very friendly.
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2025
Drexell
Really nice place to stay,great area ,bar etc
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Feb 2025
Cold
Great
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2025
Izmene
Great place to stay
Business Self
6/10
Pleasant
06 Feb 2025
James
Too much of a modern vibe for me. It was clean and quiet however
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jan 2025
Robert
Super friendly staff! Made me and my dog feel like residents. Highly recommend!
Business Pet
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jan 2025
Laura
Great property. Very convenient location and kind staff.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
18 Dec 2024
Johnston
Close to my destination.
2/10
Poor
15 Dec 2024
Cozette
Not impressed. Treated poorly by staff. Was in town for 1 night for a funeral, asked for conjoined rooms as we have kids. Mentioned this numerous times before getting to the hotel. arrived at 11AM, refused us a room until 3. At 3, they said they gave away conjoined rooms and didn’t have any for us. Really bad experience. No room service. Awful bartender who could not make drinks and whose nickname was a bit distasteful. The entire experience was awful. I do not recommend going here for any occasian.
Business_and_leisure Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
30 Nov 2024
Bryce
N/a
10/10
Exceptional
30 Nov 2024
Tykillies
Awesome
Leisure
2/10
Poor
26 Nov 2024
Verified traveler
Not well kept up, not clean enough, and no hot water during my entire stay… unacceptable
Business
10/10
Exceptional
20 Nov 2024
Pedro
Everything was magnifical
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Oct 2024
Eyvette

Best Hotel in Columbia S.C

Best hotel even without a pool. I stay here every time I visit Columbia South Carolina. With many hotels in the area, this is the best. They do not have a pool but it’s worth the stay.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Oct 2024
cameron
Everything was great and staff
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
17 Oct 2024
Cody
Cool
6/10
Pleasant
21 Sep 2024
Verified traveler

Won’t be back

Check-in was a pleasure. Staff was friendly and helpful. Bartender was helpful…until we went to check out and we found out she double charged us (on our card and to our room, even though we didn’t want to charge it to our room). We had the bank proof and receipts to prove it. The manager kept arguing with us that we did indeed charge them to our room. She was very rude to us
Business Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Sep 2024
Kim
Hotel was very clean! Staff friendly and helpful.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
02 Sep 2024
George
Brianna was very helpful
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2024
Julie
My husband came up for the Hootie and The Blowfish concert and stayed here. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, our room was clean and welcoming, the bed, ahhhhh 😴🤗. Highly recommend 👌
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Aug 2024
Alison
Great location in Columbia close to restaurants, escape rooms, shopping, etc.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2024
Adrea
Cute downtown hotel. We walked to dinner. Looks like USC is very close too. Large double queen room, electronic shades to block out the sun. Large walk in shower with decent water pressure. Not a fan of the barn door style door for the bathroom, but very minor thing. Very friendly and helpful staff from the valet to the front desk.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2024
Kelly
Beautiful property at excellent price.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Apr 2024
Justin
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Lots of restaurants within walking distance.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
16 Mar 2024
Felisa
The hotel was very clean and stylish.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
04 Mar 2024
Irving
Very clean and modern hotel. Great location for our activities.
Partner

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Aloft Columbia Downtown
823 Lady St, Columbia, United States

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