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Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

3.0 star property

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Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Front of property
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Lobby
Property amenity

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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630 Assembly St, Columbia, SC, 29201-4029
  • Colonial Life Arena
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • University of South Carolina
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, pay films

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Hotel with a seasonal outdoor pool, steps from Carolina Coliseum
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a fitness centre and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/cafe and self parking. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC offers 189 accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and pay-per-view films. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness centre and a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from University of South Carolina. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a gym.
  • Free WiFi
  • Options for a bite to eat or a relaxing drink include a coffee shop, a restaurant and a bar/lounge
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, a front desk safe and a business centre
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Carolina Coliseum and 4 minutes on foot from Koger Center for the Arts
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC offers its guests a fitness centre and a seasonal outdoor pool. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and 2 meeting rooms. The business-friendly Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC also features gift shops/newsstands, coffee/tea in common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Columbia hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC has a restaurant serving breakfast only.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (USD 10 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; USD 10 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 9 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 2 per cent destination fee will be charged.
  • A damage deposit of USD 100.00 will be collected before check-in.

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 10 per day (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Marriott USC
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Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 624 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s not bad at all. Seems like it’s a decent area if you have an event around USC or a game.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great front desk staff. Cafe and bar terribly overpriced for the service and quality.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dori

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very accommodating and friendly. It was a bit noisy with the train nearby but overall a positive experience and I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alex

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very noisy unfortunately. The location is nice being close to the campus but trains and other external things made it noisy and tough to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

omohar

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall wonderful experience with this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

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

Great spot!

Perfect spot for a visit to USC. Easy to walk all around campus. Room was comfortable and clean. Staff was amazing, especially the shuttle driver Cynthia who went out of her way to show us some things in Columbia. We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl, DUDLEY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is prefect distance from the campus and other activities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and clean hotel. Comfortable beds. Nice pool. Great location downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and Andrew are desk made it a great experience. There was an unexpected maintenance issue in our room when we checked in and he made it right with no hesitation. Also greater is every night and remembered why we were there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosella

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay and would recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Sandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Was expecting for the price. I paid free breakfast because that’s what my son told me got there and yeah I guess we didn’t pay enough to get the free breakfast so very disappointed in that.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was awesome
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff Clean room Excellent service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie, Greer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quietness of the hotel as a whole.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ebony

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
The staff was nice and welcoming. The breakfast was really good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't care fir the structure of tge shower. It was awkward and not user friendlt. Very friendly staff to include the bistro, housekeeping and front desk.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CAROLINE, Cumberland

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about my stay. 3rd time at the hotel and will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patsy, NORTH MYRTLE BEACH

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is across the street from the college. So many intelligent friendly and fun people. All walks of life. I sat at the bar had a drink. I ordered a burger and immediately met friends on each side of me. So friendly and fun. Even the service was exceptional and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Lawrenceville

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