Aloft Columbia Downtown

823 Lady St, Columbia, SC 29201 US near Exit 5 on I-77 (~4.5mi)
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3.0 Star Property Near Colonial Life Arena
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4.0/5

Based on 233 guest reviews

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  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Free wired internet
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • Billiards or pool table
  • Smoke-free property
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12/19/2024 - 12/20/2024
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Verified Reviews of Aloft Columbia Downtown

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Near Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
This hotel was located in downtown Columbia and very convenient to Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. Lots of great restaurants nearby. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I liked my room and enjoyed a great night's sleep.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
19-Nov-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Nov 16 to Fri Nov 17 2023 at a $190.00 average nightly rate.
"Good Hotel"
Overall Score3.0/ 5
The hotel was good and the staff was very friendly.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
28-Oct-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Oct 27 to Sat Oct 28 2023 at a $239.00 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

With a stay at Aloft Columbia Downtown, you'll be centrally located in Columbia, a 7-minute walk from Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and 11 minutes by foot from Colonial Life Arena. This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from South Carolina State Museum and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Township Auditorium.

You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Aloft Columbia Downtown, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily for a fee.

Make yourself at home in one of the 107 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

North Carolina Mutual Building - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Trustus Theatre - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Columbia Regional Visitors Center - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Nathaniel J. Frederick House - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
The Big Apple - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Finlay Park - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
South Carolina State House - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Saint Peter's Catholic Church - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Columbia Museum of Art - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
University of South Carolina - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
African American History Monument - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Richard Samuel Roberts House - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Colonial Life Arena - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Soda City Market - 1 km / 0.6 mi

The preferred airport for Aloft Columbia Downtown is Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 12 km / 7.5 mi

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and express check-in. Planning an event in Columbia? This hotel has 614 square feet (57 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and a banquet hall.

Green Sustainability

Give back to the environment by conserving water, energy, and other resources. As part of our green initiatives program, we are offering a $5 voucher to Re:fuel by Aloft(SM), our self-serve eatery, or 250 Starwood Preferred Guest Starpoints® awarded at checkout for each night you decline housekeeping (except day of departure).

Amenities / Features

  • Check In: 3:00 PM
  • Check Out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum age of oldest guest: 21
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Proposal/romance packages available
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Biodegradable/compostable stirrers
  • No single-use plastic straws
  • Number of meeting rooms - 1
  • No single-use plastic stirrers
  • Conference space size (meters) - 57
  • Free wired internet
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Recycling
  • Vegan menu options available
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Vegetarian menu options available
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Evening entertainment
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Fitness facilities
  • Double-glazing on all windows
  • Rooftop garden
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Banquet hall
  • Year Built - 2017
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Total number of rooms - 107
  • Number of floors - 5
  • Professional property host/manager
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Food and water bowls
  • Express check-in
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Change of bed sheets (on request)
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Television in common areas
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Garden
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Art gallery on site
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-out
  • Billiards or pool table
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Smoke-free property
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Conference space
  • Valet parking (surcharge)
  • Terrace
  • Computer station
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Conference space size (feet) - 614
  • 24-hour business center

Airport & Shuttle Information

Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is located just 7 miles away. We do not currently offer a shuttle from the airport to the hotel. Current approximate charges from the airport via taxi are around $20.00 USD.

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Breakfast Information

Re:fuel by Aloft(SM) - Get your foodie fix 24/7 with grab & go meals, mix-and-match munchies, healthy bites, make-your-own cappuccinos and more.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Maximum number of pets per room 1

Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 40

Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 18

Service animals are allowed

Pets cannot be left unattended

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Only dogs are allowed

Pets allowed

Pets are more than fun, they''re family too. Bring along Fido to our Arf(SM) pet program, and enjoy perks including a dog bed and water bowl. Our pet-friendly hotel in welcomes your furry friends free of charge - no deposits, no hassle. If your dog weighs more than 40 pounds, a waiver may be required.

Internet / WiFI

Fast & Free WiFi is always available. Enjoy complimentary access throughout the hotel - featuring Download and Upload speeds of 100Mbps!

Misc Fees / Policies

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 50 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 18.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 18.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

  • Deposit: USD 50.00
  • 2 percent tourism fee will be charged

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

  • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
  • Parking height restrictions apply.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Cleaning Policies

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

Social distancing measures are in place

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

About aloft

  • Stylish, boutique hotels
  • W XYZ bar offers unique, signature cocktails
  • Extra large windows and 9-foot ceilings
  • In-room magazines, safe, platform bed and LCD flat-panel TV's
  • Bliss Spa bath products and walk-in showers with large showerheads
  • Free wired and wireless high-speed internet in all guest rooms
  • Free coffee/tea
  • Many plug outlets

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