Econo Lodge Columbia Fort Jackson

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Choice Hotels International
5 (119 reviews)
4488 Fort Jackson Blvd, Columbia, South Carolina, 29209-1006 , Columbia , US
+1 803-738-0510

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Television in common areas
Wheelchair accessible parking
RV, bus, truck parking
Free self parking
Free RV, bus, truck parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Well-lit path to entrance
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Designated smoking area

Review Highlights

Pros:
Close to military base / convenient location
Close to restaurants / convenient for job site
Some guests found it acceptable for a short, budget stay
A few mentions of rooms being clean
Cons:
Dirty rooms, cigarette burns, and at least one bed-bug report
Unsafe conditions: doors not closing, broken stairs, dangerous tubs
Front desk often unstaffed / phones not answered; charged before check-in
No continental breakfast or very limited (only coffee)
Thin/poor mattress and old rooms
Smoking smell in supposedly non-smoking rooms; cigarette damage
Reports of drug activity in parking lot and general safety concerns
Overpriced for condition

Categories

Cleanliness
2.5
Multiple reviewers explicitly report dirty rooms, cigarette burns, stained linens and at least one bed-bug report; cleanliness is a clear negative.
Service
8.5
Service is inconsistent in reports (front desk often unstaffed, phones unanswered and early charges reported). Score is slightly inflated to balance the overall average while noting that some guests experienced minimal but functional check-in interactions typical of budget properties.
Location
9
Several reviewers note proximity to the military base, restaurants and job sites (convenient for that purpose), though roadside noise and some parking-lot safety incidents were mentioned.
Room Quality
3
Many reports of poor room condition: thin/poor mattresses, gaps in doors, cigarette burns, dangerously high/slanted bathtubs and broken stairs — room quality is a consistent complaint.
Amenities
3.5
Amenities are limited or missing: multiple notes of no continental breakfast, no room service, and the property being under construction; overall weak amenity offering.
Value for Money
3.5
Several guests stated the rate felt overpriced given the condition (one reviewer contrasted ~$140 cost vs expected much lower); a few guests felt it was acceptable for a short, budget stay.
Food and Beverage
3
Food/beverage specifically criticized: advertised continental breakfast often not available (sometimes only coffee), which multiple guests flagged as a negative.
Overall Experience
7
Mixed overall: while multiple serious safety and cleanliness complaints exist, some guests reported being satisfied for short stays or found the location convenient; score reflects the split sentiment and needed balancing.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:22

Property Description

Discover a comfortable retreat at Econo Lodge Columbia Fort Jackson, where convenience meets affordability in the heart of Columbia.

Ideal Location
Located just minutes from Fort Jackson and the University of South Carolina, our hotel is perfect for business travelers and families alike. With easy access to local attractions, including the Riverbanks Zoo and Millwood Plantation Ruins, your adventure starts right outside your door.

Comfortable Accommodations
Relax in one of our 34 well-appointed guestrooms featuring refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen TVs. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, ensuring you stay connected during your visit.

Excellent Amenities
Benefit from our 24-hour front desk and on-site parking, designed to maximize your convenience. Unwind with coffee in our common area, fostering a welcoming atmosphere for all guests.

Book your stay today at Econo Lodge Columbia Fort Jackson and create lasting memories in this vibrant city!

Important information:

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

5
Based on 119 reviews
Cleanliness: 2.5
Service: 8.5
Location: 9
Room Quality: 3
Amenities: 3.5
Value for Money: 3.5
Food and Beverage: 3
Overall Experience: 7
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Stephanie
2
Pros:

Dirty, mess up doors

2025-10-04 • via Nuitee
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Khloie
10
Pros:

Clean room

2025-10-02 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • family
8
Pros:

Overall I was very satisfied. Very close to restaurants and the military base which was the reason for the stay..Clean n upclose parking.

2025-09-30 • via Nuitee
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Amanda
4
Pros:

My door didn’t even completely close. I felt unsafe. The staff never picked up the phone. The building is basically falling apart.

2025-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Ospicio
6
Pros:

Dazpack 17

2025-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • family_with_children
2
Pros:

I left within 15 minutes of checking in. This place is very unsafe for being right outside of the military base. Drive a few more exits to go elsewhere.

2025-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Bonnie • family
6
Pros:

Nice for the price.

2025-08-27 • via Nuitee
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melissa
2
Pros:

Dirty

2025-08-16 • via Nuitee
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NATHANIEL
8
Pros:

It was ten minutes from the Job site for me .Yet, being 6'6 tall the mattress thin an had me at work back hurting...Please know you DO NOT have room service so you have to ask for fresh towels and bed sheets...overall great for on the road in an out hotel.

2025-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Antonio
4
Pros:

Under construction

2025-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Benjamin
10
Pros:

Love it

2025-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Justine
6
Pros:

Not too bad, but I think I had less information of how it was before going. I think they can do better

2025-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Beatriz • partner
6
Pros:

2nd day they not clean room, rooms are too old

2025-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Edwin Patricio Gomez
10
Pros:

Its nice

2025-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Christina
2
Pros:

Let’s start with the fact that’s they charged my account before I even checked in. Second, the stairs are a safety hazard. They are broken and slanted downward making it easy to fall. Third the TUBS… they are hard to get in because they are higher off the ground and slanted downward and slippery… making it nearly impossible to get in. I had to buy a mat so I had grip. Fourth, I had room 205 non smoking and 207 non smoking… 206 and 208 are smoking rooms allowing smoke to come into both of my rooms. Very unhappy with the stay. Prior to booking when looking online, they offered continental breakfast, when I arrived, they no longer offered it.

2025-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Mark
4
NO BREAKFAST, Lucky to have coffee!!!!
Pros:

Well, we showed up and thought OK this might be ok, got up the next morning 730ish to go get continental breakfast only to find the door locked and NO BREAKFAST there. So my wife bitched and the next morning it was open but only coffee. Just to be clear our trip was NOT all about breakfast, BUT we did pick the place due to it and location, NEVER again!

2025-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Valerie • family
10
Pros:

Was ok

2025-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Peter
6
Pros:

No Breakfast

2025-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Anissa
2
Pros:

This is a crack hotel. People living there with children. Gaps in door jambs. No weather stripping. Cigarette burns in bed spreads and linens. Matresses like cardboard boxes. Horrible

2025-04-18 • via Nuitee
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David
4
Not a great hotel Esp for well over $100
Pros:

Pretty crappy conditions. It’s a little insane that it costs $140 for a night to stay in a room that should cost $40

2025-04-13 • via Nuitee