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

2.5 star property

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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901 WASHINGTON STREET, Columbia, SC, 29229
  • Place, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Colonial Life Arena
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room (Specialty)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

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

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

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

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

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

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

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

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

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

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About this property

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

Hotel with free breakfast, 9-minute walk to Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a fitness centre and a snack bar/deli. Free weekday breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area and a seasonal outdoor pool.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG offers 105 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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

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

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from The Big Apple. You'll find features such as free breakfast and free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free full breakfast served on weekdays
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, meeting rooms and conference space
  • On-site recreation includes a gym and a playground
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the overall comfort and cleanliness
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and University of South Carolina
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served on weekdays. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 1000 square feet (93 square metres) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG. For a fee, parking is available.

This Columbia hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free full breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 14 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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2021
  • Smoke-free property

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

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

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.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 5.0 per night.
  • 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:

  • Service fee: USD 14 per accommodation, per night

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.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 14 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 5.0 per night

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
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Holiday INN EXP Stes Dwntwn THE Vista
Holiday Inn Express Suites Columbia Downtown The Vista
Holiday Inn Express Suites Columbia Downtown The Vista by IHG

Reviews

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

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 438 out of 695 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 695 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 695 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 695 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 695 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frecia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, very well maintained property, hot breakfast was pretty good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Debra

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Everything that could go wrong did. Arrived at hotel at 4 pm check in was. @ 3, room was not ready until after 5pm. We were not the only guests impacted. Upon return there was no handicapped parking which is a requirement for us. Breakfast was a disaster no food ready, no coffee cups. Took multiple trips to finally get fresh food at 930, started trying to get breakfast at 830 Shower created flood in bathroom requested at 11 to get a freshen up was told it would be a few hours. Upon return of activities at 4 pm nothing had been done. Contacted front desk they said they would let housekerping know WHEN they became available! At 6pm we requested fresh towels since we knew nothing else would get done. Parking that night same fiasco except overflow parking we were aware of, problem with card key had to come back to hotel to get it coded, still didn't work. Breakfast next day was a bit improved, still had to wait for fresh otems. Check out was best part of the experience. I explained all the issues and Sabrina was compassionate and said she would discuss with her manager. Not a repeat, maybe call before you plan on arriving to make sure your room is ready especially if with small children or elderly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany, West Salem

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place overall was great. Clean and everyone was nice. Close to great restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Many nice restaurants within two blocks. Convenient location near Convention Center. Easy parking. Good breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Angelica

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very professional. Very clean, everywhere. Breakfast was really good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the safety and convenience. Beds were comfortable. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

CESAR

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

10/10 Excellent

Quantisha

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wi-Fi did not work Rusty doors humidifier in room noisy noisy noisy not cheap enough to be okay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle Spicer, Temple Hills

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. Great location to Arena and Convention Center
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

JEANNE

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

A nice, tucked away downtown hotel

This is our first time in Columbia and we wanted to stay in downtown. Nice area, a bit far from downtown area - but that is ok since we got there late. Common hot breakfast selection - nothing fancy. Room was clean and comfortable. Good costumer service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dil

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Samuel R

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Desk cletk very nice. Good breakfast. Room was clean. Bed was uncomfortable for me.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

theodore

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location for anyone visiting U of SC.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie

Travelled with family
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