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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included
The current price is AU$276
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

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901 WASHINGTON STREET, Columbia, SC, 29229
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • University of South Carolina
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Colonial Life Arena
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room (Specialty)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

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

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

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

Highlights

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

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Exterior

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, (541)
The price is AU$335
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

About the area

Columbia

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG 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 - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of South Carolina - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Colonial Life Arena - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Township Auditorium - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Riverbanks Zoo and Garden - 8 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 19 min walk
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cola's Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Old Chicago - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Liberty Tap Room & Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hickory Tavern - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cantina 76 On Main - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG 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 by IHG. 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 by IHG 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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

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

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 at the property

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 by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG 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 by IHG?

As of 6 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG on 9 Mar 2025 start from AU$248.39, 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 by IHG?

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

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG 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 by IHG 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 by IHG?

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

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

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 by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 395 out of 622 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 622 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 622 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 622 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 622 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

10/10 Excellent

Jada

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Someone knocked on our door three different times between 12-1 am. I opened the door each time with no one there. The assumed it was kids so I called the front desk to let them know. They advised it was actually them/the hotel but didn’t have a good reason??? Regardless, I was highly irritated and couldn’t sleep the rest of the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer, Rock hill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy

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

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Room was very clean . Service was slow and I had to go back for a parking pass but everything else was great. Would definitely stay again .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
I was greeted when i arrived . Two staff atnfront desk even relieved a eye contact with smile from other front desk staff. Checked in quick they answered my questions. Room is very clean view is great nice set up .over all great and great location for me for my purpose came for easy access to arena
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

kip

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
-
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Teresa

I was surprised that it cost so much for a hotel that was a two star hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, friendly staff and good free breakfast. Highly recommend

8/10 Good

Deborah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and in a good location for visiting USC campus
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

NANCY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole hotel was clean from the parking lot to the lobby and rooms. It was quiet and safe. Staff was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Timothy William

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not enough parking and had to buy a parking pass but still spent $10 at the parking garage across the street. Night manager was extremely rude!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The check in staff had no personality. I never saw anyone even smile. Forbid I ask any questions, it was like it caused pain to them. The bed and pillows were terrible!!! The mattress evidently hasn’t been changed in many years. Possibly one of the worst beds ever.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALAN

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

10/10 Excellent

Caroline, Bayville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet good breakfast great housekeeping staff. Easy to walk great parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Matt

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stay away, seriously
Heres tbe good: The room was clean and nice. Heres the bad: The staff was not up to par this time. My wife and I soon found out, the door doesnt lock. An employee tried showing us how to slam the door repeatedly and lift on it to lock it. Itll bolt shut inside the room. You cant leave, because you cant deadbolt it from the outside. After many unsuccessful tries, he never got it to lock either. We asked for another room. By that time (within 60 minutes) he said sorry, he already gave away the other 2 rooms. The kicker is while talking he knew the room was broken. That its always an issue. Then we asked well why give it us!? He said thats above his paygrade. He just works here. Take it up with managment. We paid the ballooned price to go see the game near by. Exceeding 500$ for 1 night and they couldnt care less. Do yourself a favor and stay somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dena

Travelled with family
Awesome 😎
Wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed in this hotel multiple times for concerts at the Colonial Life Arena. Very clean and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
it was gpopd
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Theresa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in and customer service was great!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024