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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-Fort Jackson by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Columbia with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Exterior
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Reception
Indoor pool
Free buffet breakfast
Located near the University of South Carolina, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-Fort Jackson offers a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning, indoor pool, 24-hour gym, business center, in-room WiFi, and lobby refreshments. Staff are known for their helpfulness.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Showing 12 of 12 rooms

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (MOBILITY)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(63 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Addl Living Area)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
7329 Garners Ferry Rd, Columbia, SC, 29209-2110

What's nearby

  • William Jennings Bryan Dorn Veterans Affairs Medical Center - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fort Jackson - 5 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • University of South Carolina - 10 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Williams Brice Stadium - 10 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • South Carolina State Fairgrounds - 10 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 16 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-Fort Jackson by IHG

Hotel near University of South Carolina
Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-Fort Jackson by IHG and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center and a snack bar/deli.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Self parking (surcharge), free newspapers, and luggage storage
  • A banquet hall, a gift shop, and a front-desk safe
  • Smoke-free premises, an elevator, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 100 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Holiday Inn Express Columbia NE - Fort Jackson by IHG

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 3 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 1,798 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless 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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 3.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Pool access available from 10 AM to 10 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Columbia-Fort Jackson
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Columbia-Fort Jackson
Holiday Inn Express Columbia-Fort Jackson Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Suites Columbia Fort Jackson
Express ColumbiaFort Jackson
Holiday Inn Express Suites Columbia Fort Jackson
Holiday Inn Express Suites Columbia Fort Jackson by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Suites Columbia Fort Jackson an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-Fort Jackson by IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-Fort Jackson by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 10 AM–10 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-Fort Jackson by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-Fort Jackson by IHG?

Self parking is available for USD 3.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-Fort Jackson by IHG?

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

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-Fort Jackson by IHG?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-Fort Jackson by IHG located?

Situated in Columbia, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of William Jennings Bryan Dorn Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Columbia VA Health System, and Millwood Plantation Ruins. Fort Jackson and University of South Carolina are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-Fort Jackson by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 559 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 264 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justine

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

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Breakfast good. Rooms clean and although hotel was full it was reasonably quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were super clean and the beds were super soft and comfy!! The room design was so modern with a step down desk area and chair. It was AWESOME!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast and heated pool were amazing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Erlene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
They should start breakfast at6am and have coffee ready then for people that have to leave early
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No complaints. Everything was good 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was so much larger than we expected. When we arrived it was 11:30pm and we were greeted by Patrick who made us feel so welcome and that he genuinely was happy for us to be staying there. Would stay here again if needing to be back in Columbia, SC for anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was way to soft. other than that it was very clean and well situated.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was not so great The food was not tasty at all
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best sleep with great pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kyana

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Over priced for mediocore and outdated accommodations
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing. Room was very nice but a little dark for my wife she loves a lot of natural light. Overall it was a great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jerry

All good breakfast should open at 6 am
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff are the best very professional
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness
The breakfast offering was good. Pancakes, eggs, sausage, cinnamon rolls, omelets, cereal, coffee and juices. The beds were comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
They served breakfast it was ok could be a lil better
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Horrible
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Wayne

Tub did not drain and their was no hot breakfast available in the morning such as eggs, sausage, etc...
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Torrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruben Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, helpful staff, very pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flaviane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good service but need a little maintenance on walls and faucet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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