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Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia's artistic hub where live music fills the air and travelers can enjoy creative cuisine while exploring the vibrant city center

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Aloft Columbia Downtown combines music and art in the city center with live concerts and an on-site gallery. Enjoy light bites at W XYZ Bar, relax in the garden, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. Guests love the attentive staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is ₩172,325
₩193,004 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a city view.

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Corner)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a city view.

Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Corner)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Corner)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and artwork on the walls.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Corner)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Hearing Accessible)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Hearing Accessible)

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

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

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

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Columbia, a neighborhood in Columbia, Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown is in the entertainment district and near the airport. South Carolina State Museum and Township Auditorium are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include South Carolina State Fairgrounds and Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Colonial Life Arena or Williams Brice Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and boat tours nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Columbia travel guide
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823 Lady St, Columbia, SC, 29201

What's nearby

  • A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a prominent dome structure, and a well-lit street.
    University of South Carolina
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Colonial Life Arena
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • South Carolina State Museum
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • EdVenture Children's Museum
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Columbia Station
    16 min walk
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
    9 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    7 min walk
  • Halls Chophouse Columbia
    8 min walk
  • Tin Roof
    8 min walk
  • East Bay Deli

About this property

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

  • Hotel near Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
  • Located close to Colonial Life Arena and EdVenture Children's Museum, Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown provides concerts and live shows, a terrace, and an art gallery on site. The on-site restaurant, W XYZ Bar, serves light fare. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
    • Express check-out, express check-in, and evening entertainment
    • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall, and smoke-free premises
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 107 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • 49-inch LED TVs with cable channels
    • Recycling, refrigerators, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 10 to 50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • re:fuel
  • W XYZ Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Art gallery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 614 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2017
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per day
  • Destination fee: USD 2

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 50 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 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 need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

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
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

As of Aug 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown on Aug 22, 2026 start from ₩172,325, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per day. Valet parking is available for USD 20.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown located?

Located in Downtown Columbia, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, Colonial Life Arena, and EdVenture Children's Museum. South Carolina State Museum and Township Auditorium are also within 1 mi (2 km). Columbia Station is 16 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 595 out of 867 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 867 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 867 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 867 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 867 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Mariah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff was nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sierra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean property and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely professional and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jakayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff ladies were really nice and friendly. Our room was great and comfortable so shout out to the staff member that cleaned it!! Great stay will definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

luann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was super clean. Check in was super easy and the front seat person was really helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great and the staff was friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location, friendly dtaff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were incredibly courteous and consummate professionals!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Colleen

The staff were extremely friendly and helpful…had a wonderful trip visiting my niece at SCU
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great, and the room was clean. It was a nice stay and no complaints. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and staff was helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness
Service was great. Everyone was kind and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and friendly staff! Clean and good location with a spacious room. My family, including the dog, enjoyed their stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and housekeeping kept it clean throughout my stay. They did an excellent job. Front desk staff were very friendly, professional and very helpful. Hotel is in a great location, within walking distance of restaurants and shops. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room and staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and location, staff was polite rooms are clean and comfortable good dining close
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good value,safe parking area and walking distance to the hotel… I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms are always immaculate and I don't know what they clean with, but it smells wonderful!! I like that I can access my streaming channels on the tv; and, the breakfast offerings (while not free) are very tasty. Lastly, the staff is very friendly and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Delandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great! The location, staff and room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

susana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and clean room! Warm and comfortable for a winter stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room, great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025