Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
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Exterior
Point of interest
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Exterior
Point of interest

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
901 WASHINGTON STREET, Columbia, SC, 29229
  • Columbia Museum of Art
    6 min walk
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    8 min walk
  • South Carolina State House
    9 min walk
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    17 min drive

Room options

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room (Specialty)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Columbia

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel places you in the centre of Columbia, within just a 15-minute stroll of Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and University of South Carolina. Highlights at this hotel include free weekday breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and a 24-hour business centre. .Enjoy the gym and seasonal outdoor swimming pool as well as access to a playground. 1000 square feet (93 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. On weekday mornings free full breakfast is offered between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Downtown Columbia hotel include Colonial Life Arena and South Carolina State Museum.

What's nearby

  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 8 min walk
  • University of South Carolina - 11 min walk
  • Colonial Life Arena - 13 min walk
  • South Carolina State Museum - 18 min walk
  • Township Auditorium - 19 min walk

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 19 min walk
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cola's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Old Chicago - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Liberty Tap Room & Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cantina 76 On Main - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served on weekdays. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1000 square feet (93 square metres) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This Columbia hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 105 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 1000 sq ft of conference space
  • 93 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2021
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel offers 105 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 14 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available on weekdays 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,000 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2021
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 5.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • 2 per cent destination fee will be charged.
  • Service fee: USD 14 per accommodation, per night

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.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 14 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 5.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Holiday INN EXP Stes Dwntwn THE Vista
Holiday Inn Express Suites Columbia Downtown The Vista

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel?

As of 2 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel on 4 Nov 2024 start from AU$197.41, 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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 14 per night.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to September).

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary full breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 359 out of 571 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 571 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 571 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 571 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 571 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

gerald

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The night staff was unbelievably courteous, friendly and helped me deal with a booking issue I had. Room was spotless too. Such a quiet area and decent parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very modern and attractive. Staff pleasant at check in. Beds comfortable if a bit on the firm side. Parking is an issue. Arrived after dinner and got literally the last space.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynwood D

Travelled with family
Convient location and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Cathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Give me air
No hot coffee in the lobby and no air conditioning in the elevator or hallways.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gotta stay here
Clean and efficient. Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ahychel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was close to restaurants and local sights. Parking was on site and there were plenty of spots. The staff was friendly and went out of their way to make our stay a good one. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff at the front desk was amazing. Great southern hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Gabrielle

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was put in a dirty room moved to room 302 bathroom no hot water smell like mold mold around the shower would not recommend wasn’t offered a parking pass until I asked but I paid the $14 nightly fee came back in around 12am and was no parking !!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stop over to get our USC kiddo to orientation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ilya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shonda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is conveniently located in the DT area. Several restaurants within walking distance, the staff was very accommodating and the room was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

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

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Some sketchy folks walking around Looks like they are trying to revitalize the area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
AC in the room didn’t work great which was pretty bad but other than that it was a good place to sleep for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Hex

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
This is my second year staying at this hotel and once again me and my friend greatly enjoyed our stay. The staff was wonderful and friendly, the rooms were comfortable and clean. The reason I gave four out of five stars is because we got locked out of our room on the second day when we had booked for three days. It also took a while for a new key card to be made. Other than that everything was great. Breakfast could’ve been better
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Joycelan

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

David

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I had an extremely disappointing experience at this hotel. I checked in around 4:15 PM on a Friday, needing to shower and change for an event at 6:00 PM. Despite having a reservation and the official check-in time being 3:00 PM, no rooms were available because they were still being cleaned. I waited in the lobby for 20 to 30 minutes until the front desk clerk unassigned a clean room from another guest who had not yet checked in and assigned it to me. After finally getting into my room, I showered and went to my event. Around 9:30 PM, while still out, I received a call from the front desk asking me to stop by when I returned because my credit card information had not been properly attached to my account. When I returned around 11:30 PM, I provided my card to a different staff member, who re-entered the information and re-scanned my key cards. However, at 1:45 AM, I received another call from the front desk, waking me up to say that my card was still not on file. This was the third time dealing with this issue. I went downstairs and provided my card again. The staff member explained that the previous clerk had incorrectly recorded a cash deposit instead of entering my card. The repeated errors and lack of proper communication from the front desk staff caused significant inconvenience. Being woken up at 1:45 AM for an issue that was entirely the hotel’s fault was unacceptable. The indifference and lack of apology were disappointing. I would not recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024