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Aloft Columbia Downtown

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 7-minute walk to Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center

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Aloft Columbia Downtown combines music and art in the city center with live concerts and an on-site gallery. Enjoy light bites at W XYZ Bar, relax in the garden, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. Guests love the attentive staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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aloft, Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View (Corner)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 34 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, City View (Corner)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Hearing Accessible)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Hearing Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
823 Lady St, Columbia, SC, 29201

What's nearby

  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of South Carolina - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Colonial Life Arena - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Township Auditorium - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Williams Brice Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 15 min walk
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tsunami Sushi Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Blue Marlin - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Art Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Aloft Columbia Downtown

Hotel near Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Located close to EdVenture Children's Museum and Colonial Life Arena, Aloft Columbia Downtown provides concerts and live shows, a terrace, and an art gallery on site. The on-site restaurant, W XYZ Bar, serves light fare. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a banquet hall
  • A 24-hour front desk, a TV in the lobby, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 107 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 49-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Recycling, refrigerators, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 10 to 50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • re:fuel
  • W XYZ Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Art gallery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 614 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 2017
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per day
  • Destination fee: USD 2

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

Optional extras

  • 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.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

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
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Aloft Columbia Downtown Hotel
Aloft Columbia Downtown Hotel
Aloft Columbia Downtown Columbia
Aloft Columbia Downtown Hotel Columbia
Aloft Columbia Downtown a Marriott Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is Aloft Columbia Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, Aloft Columbia Downtown allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Aloft Columbia Downtown?

Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per day. Valet parking is available for USD 20.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Aloft Columbia Downtown?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Aloft Columbia Downtown?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Aloft Columbia Downtown located?

Located in Downtown Columbia, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, Colonial Life Arena, and EdVenture Children's Museum. South Carolina State Museum and Township Auditorium are also within 1 mi (2 km). Columbia Station is 15 minutes by foot.

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Aloft Columbia Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 531 out of 784 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 784 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 784 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 784 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 784 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

davena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was really amazing. I really enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drexell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place, this is my 2nd stay here,highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds, clean and convenient. Perfect location to stay while moving our USC student into their apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good value,safe parking area and walking distance to the hotel… I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Izmene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always inviting!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room, great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drexell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place to stay,great area ,bar etc
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great, friendly staff !

A bit too industrial feel to it. Staff and service were excellent. Room was kept very clean by housekeeping.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Very convenient location and kind staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shenise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irving

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and modern hotel. Great location for our activities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff! Made me and my dog feel like residents. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very clean! Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great and staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and stylish.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keyla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, very clean and spacious room and property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome stay

Had a great stay. Just wish they have microwaves in the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lashirl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to walk to colonial arena
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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