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Aparthotel

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

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

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Studio Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Lounge
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Lobby lounge
55-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia sits in the heart of Town Center, offering a practical home base with modern amenities. Guests stay connected with in-room WiFi while enjoying easy access to shopping destinations and fitness facilities for an active, convenient stay.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly

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Premium One Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Premium One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Apartment with Den + Balcony

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium 2 Bedroom Apartment with Den + Balcony

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

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55-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu

Premium Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
  • 89 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Three Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

Highlights

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

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Studio Apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Apartment

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

One Bedroom Apartment with Den

Highlights

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

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Premium One Bedroom Apartment with Balcony | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Premium One Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

Highlights

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

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55-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu

Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

Highlights

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

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Three Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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6200 Valencia Ln, Columbia, MD, 21044

What's nearby

  • Merriweather Post Pavilion - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Mall in Columbia - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Blandair Regional Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Howard County General Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Arundel Mills Mall - 18 min drive - 12.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Busboys and Poets - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bark Social Columbia - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jamba Juice - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Banditos Tacos & Tequila - ‬4 min walk

About this property

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

Aparthotel with a fitness center, a short walk to Merriweather Post Pavilion
This smoke-free aparthotel features a fitness center, self parking, and laundry facilities. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Guests will appreciate conveniences like a washer/dryer and a coffee/tea maker, while a TV with digital channels and Netflix provide a bit of entertainment. Housekeeping is available on request.
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia offers 115 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a fitness center.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (USD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Coworking space

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 60 lbs per pet)
  • 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (30 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (33 inches high)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Mobile key entry

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • 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
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staffed during limited hours
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
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
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 119 at check-out
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 60 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A damage deposit of USD 150 will be collected before check-in.

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

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 35 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 119 per stay

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 60 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia?

Self parking is available for USD 35 per night.

What time is check-in at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia located?

Located in Town Center, this aparthotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Merriweather Post Pavilion and The Mall in Columbia. Wilde Lake High School and Howard County General Hospital are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 540 out of 762 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 762 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 762 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 762 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 762 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved it! Great location, staff was super nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our stay here was a comfortable stay. Room need some renovations but overall a nice stay in nice area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This pop up hotel in an apartment building was amazing. Clean, quiet, safe, and totally walkable to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANDREA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
PROPERTY WAS JUST BEAUTIFUL!! SURROUNDINGS CLEAN AND MANY OPTIONS FOR DINING AND PRE GAMING BEFORE CONCERT. STAFF WAS VERY FRIENDLY AND EFFICIENT!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvester

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice apartment. Plenty of space and things to do. Area was very clean. Should have stayed longer to enjoy it. Confusing on where it was, entry to the buildingand finding guests services. Keycard simplified that.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Like a small town with plenty of places to eat!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Floyd at checkin was absolutely amazing. Clean rooms and it's a quick walk to the concert venue! Thanks for a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Close to music venue
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jaemellah

Nice, clean room. I didn't complete the check in process because I didn't want to upload my ID, which should not be a requirement, but that prevented receiving all check in details like where to park. I called and was assisted immediately, so all was well. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed staying at this property modern quite super clean!!! Just awesome. Looking forward to my next staycation!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
homeless issue rough all over downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay close to MPP
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was like being at home
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Very Nice. Would stay again.

Very nice accommodations in n a very nice area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Always a wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large one bedroom apartment, instead of a hotel room, was very comfortable.It's also feet away from a great Thai restaurant; waking to Merriweather was under 3 minutes. Safe parking garage. Easy check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic location. Super friendly and helpful staff. Excellent room. Pluses: bathtub is excellent. Full size fridge was great. Local dining was fantastic. Diversity of people and cultures. Minuses: for a new hotel should have USB charging ports. Window shades do not keep out morning light. Should have room darkening shades. Should be a king bed, not queen. These minuses are minor. This is a must-stay destination.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Festival weekend stay

Amazing place to stay for attending an event at Merriweather Post. Lots of great restaurants to choose from...special hats off to DokKhao Thai...amazing food!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiva

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean, parking on the floor of the room, kitchen was perfect for a short weekend stay, and great food near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Tameka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fire alarms were disturbing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great establishment, clean rooms, and plenty of food options in close proximity.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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