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WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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6200 Valencia Ln, Columbia, MD, 21044
  • Place, Merriweather Post Pavilion
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, The Mall in Columbia
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Howard County General Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio Apartment | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Apartment

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Premium One Bedroom Apartment

  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Premium One Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

One Bedroom Apartment with Den

  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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55-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu

Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

  • 72 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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55-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu

Premium Two Bedroom Apartment

  • 89 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

  • 104 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Three Bedroom Apartment

  • 142 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Three Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

  • 132 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Apartment with Den + Balcony

  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium 2 Bedroom Apartment with Den + Balcony

  • 89 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About this property

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

Aparthotel with a fitness centre, 7-minute walk to Merriweather Post Pavilion
This smoke-free aparthotel features a fitness centre, self parking and laundry facilities. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests will appreciate conveniences, such as 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. Accommodation at this 4-star aparthotel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

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

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a fitness centre.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Merriweather Post Pavilion. Enjoy features like a gym, laundry facilities and self-parking (surcharge). This upmarket aparthotel has 115 apartments. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in each apartment.
  • Each apartment offers a kitchen, a washer/dryer and digital TV
  • Free WiFi
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a lift and co-working space
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the proximity to shopping and the helpful staff
  • 7 minutes on foot from Merriweather Post Pavilion and a 3-minute drive from The Mall in Columbia
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
As a guest of WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia, you'll find a fitness centre, laundry facilities, and a lift. The front desk is open around the clock. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Columbia aparthotel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 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
  • Up to 27 kg 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.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Area rug in room
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (84 centimetre high)
  • Lift (76 centimetre wide door)
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)
  • 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 and check-out are 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 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 checkout, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 119 at checkout
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 60 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • A damage deposit of USD 150 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.

  • 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
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: USD 119 per stay

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 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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
On-site 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in information and smart lock details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. 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 checkout, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 119 at checkout. At the property, quiet hours are enforced between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
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

  • 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

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 553 out of 781 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 781 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 781 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 781 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 781 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! Room was lean and the staff was very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cheyenne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, minor issues with hardware or drains not wanting to stay open but overall a lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEANDRA

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Amazing stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad, Corona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great space and location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

cynthia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The apartment style room was the best stay we’ve ever had. The price was reasonable for the two nights. It had a washer dryer refrigerator full stove. Anything you could need. Probably the best place. I’ve stayed over the years. Outstanding customer service highly recommend them.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jacob

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Floyd made my entire experience. Assisted me through mt interaction
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

carol

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika, Rehoboth Beach

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Michael H.

Travelled with family
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

ANDREA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Kathleen

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

8/10 Good

Robin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great 1br. Clean, comfy but I could hear footsteps late at night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

10/10 Excellent

Julia, Bethesda

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025