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

Property class: 2.5

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A spacious indoor area with wooden flooring, multiple seating arrangements including tables and chairs, and large windows providing natural light. - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG (Columbia)
A modern building with large glass windows and a brick facade. - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG (Columbia)
A serene park with a fountain, benches, and lush greenery. - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG (Columbia)
A brick wall with a plaque reading "University of South Carolina" and a pathway leading through a landscaped area with trees. - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG (Columbia)
A modern hotel lobby with large windows, a patterned carpet, and a seating area with sofas and chairs. - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG (Columbia)
Located close to Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and Colonial Life Arena, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG provides free full breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large window.

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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large window, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large window.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A bed with white bedding and pillows against a wooden headboard.

Standard Room

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large window.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A bed with white bedding and pillows against a wooden headboard.

Room (Specialty)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and two windows.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and two windows.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large window.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Columbia, a neighborhood in Columbia, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG is in the entertainment district and near a train station. South Carolina State Museum and Township Auditorium are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include South Carolina State Fairgrounds and Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Colonial Life Arena or Williams Brice Stadium. Visit our Columbia travel guide
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901 WASHINGTON STREET, Columbia, SC, 29229

What's nearby

  • A large white building with a dome and columns, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
    South Carolina State House
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a prominent dome structure, and a well-lit street.
    University of South Carolina
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Colonial Life Arena
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Township Auditorium
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Columbia Station
    18 min walk
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • East Bay Deli
    6 min walk
  • Tsunami Sushi Restaurant
    8 min walk
  • Starbucks
    6 min walk
  • Mellow Mushroom
    6 min walk
  • LongHorn Steakhouse
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 17 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
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2021
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 5.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Service fee: USD 17 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 17 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 5.0 per night

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, 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

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

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 17 per night.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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

Located in Downtown Columbia, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and University of South Carolina. Colonial Life Arena and South Carolina State Museum are also within 15 minutes. Columbia Station is 18 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

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

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 505 out of 802 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 802 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 802 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 802 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 802 reviews

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8/10 Good

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Staff was very helpful, knowledgeable and professional
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay for the family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room and surrounding, staff helpful and pleasant, breakfast was good. I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, clean room and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Comfy and clean. Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We attended a festival at nearby Finlay Park and the hotel could not have been handier. An easy 10 minute walk. The hotel itself was clean and the staff helpful. Would stay here on our next Columbia trip.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Everything was really good except pool was closed and coffee machines didn’t always work. It was a great location within walking distance to a lot of restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Our room was not the cleanest stuff shot on the wall by the bed. Breakfast was fresh and hot.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Overall the staff were very welcoming. The place was clean overall. They could just clean up the webs on the window seals. The continental breakfast pretty good both days. They could’ve just made sure the food was warmer and full. But overall it was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Had to wait til after 3 pm for a room but check was nice after that. Everything was very clean. Great location to walk to colonial life area. Unfortunately the bed was very soft and lumpy, but breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and the room was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great room & courteous staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

The breakfast was nice. The room was very clean and neat. I was able to relax and enjoy my nights. It was a breath of fresh air especially after being at a crappie hotel previously.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I love staying it’s they have good customer service in taking care of the customer is was my Frist time staying at this hotel is really nice and clean I love it because it’s safe I so good if get ever need to go back to Columbia SC I will stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly staff. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was very clean! We had a great stay as a family of 4! We liked the area where we stayed, the front dest person was very nice, breakfast was yummy! Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean and staff was courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Service was top tier, room was spotless and beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Clean room. Pleasant staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms were nice Breakfast was awesome All the staff was friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay at this property. Every staff member was extremely personable and helpful. The front desk staff were so welcoming. All areas of the property were clean and it had great amenities. Breakfast was good for hotel breakfast and there were several options. The only downside was the parking. There is a parking fee and the parking lot was really small. At one point, I had to wait for someone to leave so I could park my vehicle. Overall a great experience and I would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were very friendly upon my arrival. My room was clean, spacious and very comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025