FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES COLUMBIA DOWNTOWN, Columbia

The hotel sits immediately off a highway exit on Huger Street, a six-lane road with constant traffic. Road-facing rooms experience significant noise from cars, trucks, and emergency sirens, especially at night. For a quieter stay, request a room on the parking-lot side. Amtrak station is 1 km (3-minute drive) away. Benedict College and the Columbia Art Museum are within a 5-minute drive. Downtown Columbia and the USC campus are a short drive or a 15-20 minute walk, with several restaurants and the RiverFront Park nature trail nearby. Parking is on-site but costs 10 USD per day.

Rooms feature a desk, comfortable beds, and good closet space. While some units are spacious and functional, others show signs of wear: stained carpets, peeling wallpaper, and gaps in flooring. The air conditioning can be loud, and some units have mold or musty smells. To avoid noise, choose a room facing the parking lot. There is no daily housekeeping unless requested for an extra charge. The hotel does not offer connecting rooms. Interior rooms away from the street are available upon request.

Breakfast is available daily and offers a standard hot buffet. Typical items include eggs, sausage, waffles, grits, and bagels. The breakfast area can struggle to keep items stocked during busy periods, and coffee may run low. Breakfast attendants are generally present to keep the area tidy. For additional dining options, several restaurants (including Blue Marlin, COA Agaveria Y Cocina, and COA Mexican Eatery) are within 1 km of the hotel. The 24-hour front desk can provide restaurant recommendations.

The on-site fitness centre contains basic exercise equipment. There is no pool on the property. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the shared lounge/TV area. Board games and puzzles are available for family entertainment. The nearby RiverFront Park offers walking trails along the river, a short walk from the hotel.

The 24-hour front desk can assist with late check-in, luggage storage, and dry cleaning (for a fee). A snack bar and a minimarket are available for convenience purchases. The hotel is wheelchair accessible, with Braille signage and grab rails in accessible bathrooms. Express check-in/check-out and fax/photocopying are available free of charge. Parking is public and on-site at 10 USD per night. There are no conference rooms or connecting rooms. The property is non-smoking throughout with smoke alarms and fire extinguishers.