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WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

4.0 star property
Aparthotel with a fitness centre, a short walk to Merriweather Post Pavilion

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Studio Apartment | Private kitchen
Premium One Bedroom Apartment with Balcony | Balcony
55-inch TV with digital channels
Lobby lounge
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

Explore the area

Map
6200 Valencia Ln, Columbia, MD, 21044
  • Merriweather Post Pavilion
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • The Mall in Columbia
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Blandair Regional Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium One Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen

Premium One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for One Bedroom Apartment with Den + Balcony

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Apartment with Den + Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premium Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
  • 104 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premium 2 Bedroom Apartment with Den + Balcony

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium 2 Bedroom Apartment with Den + Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
  • 89 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premium Two Bedroom Apartment

55-inch TV with digital channels

Premium Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
2 bedrooms
  • 89 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Three Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Three Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
  • 132 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Studio Apartment

Studio Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
  • 48 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment

One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for One Bedroom Apartment with Den

Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

One Bedroom Apartment with Den

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premium One Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

Premium One Bedroom Apartment with Balcony | Private kitchen

Premium One Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

55-inch TV with digital channels

Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
  • 72 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Three Bedroom Apartment

Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Three Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
  • 142 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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About the area

Columbia

At WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Merriweather Post Pavilion and The Mall in Columbia. Highlights at this aparthotel include in-room kitchens, washers/dryers and free WiFi. .You can enjoy a TV with digital channels, and each apartment features a coffee/tea maker, an iron/ironing board and a wardrobe or cupboard. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .This pet-friendly aparthotel offers a fitness centre. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Town Center aparthotel, attractions include Arundel Mills Mall and Maryland Live Casino.
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What's nearby

  • Merriweather Post Pavilion - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Mall in Columbia - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Howard County General Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Blandair Regional Park - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Maryland Live Casino - 20 min drive - 22.9 km

Getting around

  • Annapolis Junction Savage Station - 12 min drive
  • Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Food Court - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Café Nordstrom - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Seasons 52 - ‬18 min walk

About this property

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

Aparthotel with a fitness centre, a short walk to Merriweather Post Pavilion
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia offers its guests a fitness centre. The front desk is open around the clock. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Columbia aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 115 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia offers 115 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Accommodation at this 4-star aparthotel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Digital televisions are provided.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with digital channels

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Fee: USD 100 per pet per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Mobile key entry

Things to do

  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 115 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are required to download the property's Salto mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: USD 35 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • 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, 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia Columbia
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia Aparthotel
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia Aparthotel Columbia

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia?

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia?

As of 28 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia on 6 Apr 2025 start from AU$213.50, 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 WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia?

Yep, WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia has a self car park with in/out privileges for USD 35 per night.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia?

No, WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 475 out of 670 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 670 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 670 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 670 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 670 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danah

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I love coming here - every time! I am a new regular 😊
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Yamaneika

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I liked that each unit had a full size kitchen. The price was resonable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Will visit here again
Beautiful location. Restaurants and activities in walking distance. Very clean and quiet rooms. No complaints at all, staff very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to a ton a restaurants. Ice rink for the holidays was out.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Naysha

Liked: Amenities
Loud party that went into early morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and nearby good restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vernice

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
I'll go back for a longer stay...
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Demetria

Travelled with family
Was a very nice place…just be aware of a younger crowd on weekends
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aziz

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Feels like home
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dena

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean, easy, affordable
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Wadiya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I never stayed because there credit machine was down so I had to book another hotel @2am after driving from out of town 2hrs
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Wadiya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

lee

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was my second visit to this particular hotel. I love both the accommodations and the staff. Very helpful and friendly. The immediate area in the Merriweather district are fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024