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

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is P5,977
P7,491 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room (Specialty)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Columbia, a neighborhood in Columbia, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG is in the entertainment district and near a train station. 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.
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901 WASHINGTON STREET, Columbia, SC, 29229

What's nearby

  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of South Carolina - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Colonial Life Arena - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Township Auditorium - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Riverbanks Zoo and Garden - 4 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 19 min walk
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cola's Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Liberty Tap Room & Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Blue Marlin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Camon Japanese Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

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

Hotel near Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Located close to Colonial Life Arena and South Carolina State Museum, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG provides free full breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Self parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and a banquet hall
  • A front-desk safe, coffee/tea in the lobby, and an elevator
  • 1 meeting room, a vending machine, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 105 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 50-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self 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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2021
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 5.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Service fee: USD 14 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

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

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, 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)

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG?

As of Aug 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG on Aug 31, 2025 start from P 5,977.13, 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.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG?

Self parking is available for USD 14 per night.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG located?

Located in Downtown Columbia, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, University of South Carolina, and Colonial Life Arena. South Carolina State Museum and Township Auditorium are also within 1 mi (2 km). Columbia Station is 19 minutes by foot.

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

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 429 out of 677 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 677 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 677 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 677 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 677 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frecia

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

10/10 Excellent

Joni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Short but nice stay. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

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

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

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

Natoya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist particularly Mr. Charles was really pleasant and caring.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

8/10 Good

crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bed was comfortable. Water pressure for the shower wasn’t great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice and helpful. The room was not ready at 3:00, I had to wait until 3:30. Parking was very tough but the front desk help make a spot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was great except for the water pressure. I will not stay at this property again simply because the water pressure was the terrible.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie

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

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie

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

6/10 Okay

Kelly Snow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rate for parking changed several times. First free, 1 week after booking $14 and day we arrived, 10 minutes before check in, $17. I also called to get a roll away bed and was told they could do it. Upon arrival, I was told they don’t have roll away beds. Manager was helpful and found a room with two beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

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

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle Spicer

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

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

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

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great stay

Staff was very friendly, room was clean and comfortable. Only slight negative was parking. Not enough parking for all patrons.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

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

Stay here!!

Beautiful and clean hotel. Walkable to downtown and the Vista. Our new go to hotel when we visit University of South Carolina.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff,clean and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

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

Friendly staff

Charles was very friendly and pleasant at check in. Made sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Richard

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

Madelyn Ramona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They were so awesome during our check in. After coming from another hotel because of cleanliness and staff attitudes they were exactly what we needed to start our weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025