Clarion Inn Columbia Airport

Hotels
Choice Hotels International
6 (139 reviews)
500 Chris Dr, West Columbia, South Carolina, 29169-4669 , West Columbia , US

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Fitness facilities
Long-term parking (surcharge)
Free WiFi
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Continental breakfast
Designated smoking area
Outdoor pool - seasonal
Fitness facilities
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Reasonable amenities
Cons:
Dirty rooms
Poor service
Maintenance issues

Categories

Cleanliness
3.08
Numerous reviews indicated the rooms were dirty, with stained sheets and unclean facilities.
Service
6.05
Mixed reviews—though there were positive mentions of staff, several guests reported bad experiences with service.
Location
6.59
Concerns about safety and security were expressed, but the location was accessible.
Room Quality
4.04
Multiple reports of issues such as stained bedding, bugs, and poor maintenance.
Amenities
7.07
Basic amenities were present, but lacked maintenance; some reviewers noted a lack of advertised services.
Value for Money
7.03
The perceived value was low due to cleanliness and service issues, yet some found it decent for the price.
Food and Beverage
8.08
No specific mentions were made about food quality, assigned an average score.
Overall Experience
6.05
Many reviews indicated dissatisfaction; experiences varied widely but overall were negative.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 00:52

Property Description

Rejuvenate and Relax

Take advantage of the fitness center and outdoor pool, along with complimentary Wi-Fi and a snack bar at the Clarion Inn Columbia Airport.

Convenient Amenities

Enjoy a continental breakfast, room service, and access to a business center and meeting rooms during your stay.

Explore Nearby Attractions

With a location near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and the University of South Carolina, the Clarion Inn offers easy access to popular landmarks.

Book your stay today at Clarion Inn Columbia Airport for a delightful and convenient experience.

Important information:

  • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • 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.
  • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CAE

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 2

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Pets

    Pets cannot be left unattended

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

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Location

Guest Reviews

6
Based on 139 reviews
Cleanliness: 3.08
Service: 6.05
Location: 6.59
Room Quality: 4.04
Amenities: 7.07
Value for Money: 7.03
Food and Beverage: 8.08
Overall Experience: 6.05
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Anissa
6
Pros:

Parking seemed safe

2025-09-29 via Nuitee
D
Damian
2
Pros:

It was dirty and a bad stay. Service was bad.

2025-09-25 via Nuitee
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Erick
4
Not recommend
Pros:

I did not enjoy my stay here the front desk lady was rude, Because when I first arrived it was 3:30 nobody was at the front desk so I called and messaged in the app no response I waited 30mins, Then when I found her and explained it too her she told me no I wasn't I responded with I arrived at 3:30 and it is now 3:57, I also had a weeding rehearsal to attend to that day in which I was late for, once I checked in my room the sheets had stains on them so I laid on the top sheet with my covers, the heat wouldn't stay on constantly, The fridge wouldn't hold temperature my food was spoiled, The walls and ceilings had stains on them as well, I do not recommend

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
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Jehron family
2
Pros:

Be careful a lot of thieves roam the parking lot

2025-09-12 via Nuitee
S
Sarah family
10
Pros:

Very good staff front office lady is awesome the night guy is friendly and good great place.

2025-08-16 via Nuitee
L
Luis E
6
Pros:

Property need more attention and it doesn't feel secure.

2025-08-13 via Nuitee
J
Jennifer partner
2
Pros:

As soon as I walked in the room I reserved I seen it was not clean. The walls were dirty
I looked at the bed and the comforter was stained dirty and every single sheet on the bed had spots of stains. I immediately called the lady in the front and after I told her about the sheets being stained she kept repeating herself saying the bed is made the bed is made and she even hung up on me. I paid for a room I could not even stay in and the lady in the front who was there when I checked in and when I gave the key back said she was the manager. When you look on the wall to the left of the office it has a satisfaction promise that they will make it right if things are not satisfactory and they absolutely do not give that standard. They do not care and the price is not fair for what you get!

2025-08-13 via Nuitee
M
Michael
2
Don’t stay at this Hotel
Pros:

This hotel is very dirty. Towel are not white and have stains has roaches shower has paint coming of the base .Beds are hard small pillows .

2025-08-08 via Nuitee
M
Mimi
10
Pros:

Everything was perfect. Clean units, nice staff, and well appointed rooms with the softest towels I've ever had at hotel.

2025-08-06 via Nuitee
L
Lisa
2
Pros:

when i checked in there were 6ea coffee creamer cans on the floor in the lobby to catch water. There was a live cricket underneath my covers when i got in the bed full of cigarette burns!!!! A shuttle is advertised on the website, but they did not have one.

2025-08-01 via Nuitee
B
Bryan
2
Pros:

Bed bugs not just one but numerous. Then they had the audacity to not refund me for the room. As soon as I saw them (upon inspection when I arrive) I returned to front desk and etc etc

2025-08-01 via Nuitee
D
Dustin family
2
Pros:

Loud people walking around, asking for money. Left to get dinner came back looks like the person peed on the door. We might just leave

2025-07-28 via Nuitee
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Jessica
2
Pros:

The room was not clean. Found a half eaten burrito in my bed. And when I wanted to leave the lady at the nerve to say that she put me on the side where the locals stay. I prefer no one and stay at this hotel

2025-07-19 via Nuitee
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Shawniqua family
8
Pros:

My room was clean. My only issues was: mini fridge was frosted over with ice which prevented items from becoming cold, the light in the coffee maker didn't work and they could have left an extra roll of toilet paper since the one on the roll had about 1/4 left on the roll for two people. All in all a decent stay for what I paid.

2025-07-19 via Nuitee
E
Eddie uriel
10
Pros:

Good

2025-07-18 via Nuitee
J
Jordan
2
Rude
Pros:

There was a roach that came out the vent and the front desk lady is very rude

2025-07-07 via Nuitee
S
Sheri
2
Pros:

Power kept going off in room .
Police chased people through facilities while I was there with my grandchild .
Nothing you needed was there in the room , towels wash rags . It is the worst experience I have ever had dealing with a hotel . It should be taken down from this site if you ask me . Very rude customer service to top it all off . Checked out a day early just to get away

2025-07-05 via Nuitee
R
Rebecca family
10
Pros:

Great office staff

2025-07-04 via Nuitee
C
Christopher
2
Pros:

This hotel is horrible and the lady at the front desk is nasty and rude for no reason. She gave me a dirty room and when I told her it was dirty she replied, “Yeah, I know it’s only one house keeper and you can wait in the room.” Gave me another room but I decided to just go to another hotel. She refused to give me a waiver for a refund knowing that the room wasn’t ready and the condition of the hotel is subpar at best. DONT STAY HERE!!!!!!!

2025-06-22 via Nuitee
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Rebecca family
10
Pros:

Great

2025-06-22 via Nuitee