Motel 6-Columbia, SC - Fort Jackson Area

Hotels
Motel6
5.4 (934 reviews)
7541 Nates Road , Columbia , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Front desk (limited hours)
Free wired internet
Snack bar/deli
Internet access
Exercise/lap pool
Swimming nearby
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Unhelpful service
Unsafe location
Damaged room amenities
Misleading advertising of amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
3.59
Multiple reports of bugs, roaches, and a filthy environment.
Service
6.06
Staff exhibited poor attitudes and were unhelpful during various interactions.
Location
7.6
Location is convenient for some but perceived as unsafe.
Room Quality
4.05
Rooms reported to have broken amenities and cleanliness issues.
Amenities
4.58
Lack of advertised amenities such as microwaves and working elevators.
Value for Money
5.54
Expectations of value were not met due to the numerous issues faced.
Food and Beverage
6.59
No specific mention; assumed standard for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
3.56
Common sentiment expressed was dissatisfaction and intent not to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 22:11

Property Description

Convenient Location
Situated off Interstate 20 and Interstate 77, our hotel is just a short 15-minute drive from the University of South Carolina, making it an ideal choice for travelers seeking easy access to the area.

Comfortable Accommodations
Experience simplicity and comfort in our rooms featuring Cable TV, telephone, air conditioning, and en suite bathrooms. The simply decorated rooms provide a cozy retreat for guests during their stay.

Amenities for Guests
Enjoy the convenience of a 24-hour reception and unwind on the sun terrace by the pool, providing relaxation and leisure opportunities for our guests at the Columbia East South Carolina Motel 6.

Book now to experience a convenient stay with comfortable accommodations and excellent amenities at our hotel.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 21 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Guest Reviews

5.4
Based on 934 reviews
Cleanliness: 3.59
Service: 6.06
Location: 7.6
Room Quality: 4.05
Amenities: 4.58
Value for Money: 5.54
Food and Beverage: 6.59
Overall Experience: 3.56
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Susan
4
Pros:

Although our beds appeared clean,we could feel the springs which made sleeping uncomfortable The paint was peeling in multiple places, dirty corners in the bathroom, the paint job was sloppy. The elevator didn’t work and I have problems with steps. The pool was closed because it hadn’t been cleaned for a long time. and there was a stale cigarette smell throughout the building.

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
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April family
2
Pros:

This was the worst experience of staying in a hotel in my whole life. It was not a daily room keeping. Had to bring your towels to front desk in order to get fresh towel. The elevator was out has to climb the stair with all bags. Dirty sheets. I need a refund

2025-10-10 via Nuitee
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Jain
4
Pros:

There literally isn’t anything in the room but a bed and lights.There no microwave no fridge not even drinkable water

2025-10-10 via Nuitee
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Cameron
2
Pros:

Not a good staying environment

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
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Kimesha
2
Pros:

I choose a room with microwave and refrigerator and 2 beds and i only got the two beds, nothing else beds are horrible bathroom falling apart and i kill about 6 roaches, elevator was down for the entire 3 days. Wont be going back glad my son now graduate

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
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Jason
2
Pros:

This was the worst experience of my life. The hotel was dirty. The placd felt so unsafe. The elevator were not working. The staff hated their job.

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
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Roosevelt
4
Pros:

What was the unusual $20.00 cash deposit 🤔 👀

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
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Austin
6
Pros:

There were no troubles with the stay, the service was very kind. and parking was easy.
however the room was dirty. empty cups under the beds. the shower had brown spots and hairs.

2025-10-02 via Nuitee
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chimkumaga
2
Pros:

I don’t even know where to start. The second I walked into my room, it reeked of stale cigarettes mixed with dog crap. The carpet looked like it hadn’t been cleaned since the 90s, the sheets had mystery stains, and the bathroom smelled like a wet ashtray. I honestly felt dirtier after showering.

The walls are thin enough that you hear every cough, argument, and barking dog in the building. My “non-smoking” room was clearly used as an ashtray for years. I had to stuff a towel under the door just to make it breathable enough to sleep.

The ONLY positive thing I can say is that the front desk lady was incredibly kind and helpful — she deserves a job somewhere that doesn’t make her apologize for such filth every day.

If you value your health, your nose, or your sanity, do yourself a favor: spend the extra $20 and stay literally anywhere else.

2025-10-02 via Nuitee
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Kelly
2
Pros:

Roaches all over counted 15 dead on the floor and 6 alive on the walls when we got up in the morning. The whole place reeks of pot and wet dog. The elevator has been broken for a month, according to the sign on the elevator. A big sign outside WiFi, there was no WiFi. The only good thing was the AC. Oh, one more thing, when we checked, they demanded a $20 cash-only deposit. That was not posted on Hotels.com

2025-09-26 via Nuitee
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Timi
2
Pros:

I was poorly treated by staff. They sent me to a room that was occupied. The hotel smelled like pets and smoke. Barking dogs all through the halls. Water pressure in shower was unusable. No garbage can in bathroom. Television was too dark to see and couldn’t be adjusted. Very unsafe outside. Had to go to an atm off site to pay their $20 CASH ONLY deposit after room was already paid for. Horrible and scary experience and would not recommend. Too intimidated by the staff to complain.

2025-09-26 via Nuitee
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Nathaniel
2
Pros:

This place is an actual joke. The images were nothing comparable. Instantly knew this place was not going to be comfortable to stay at. We were told we would have all amenities and when we arrived we were told one of our rooms did not have a microwave or fridge.
Do not stay here and listen to the reviews!!!

2025-09-26 via Nuitee
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Contance family_with_children
2
Pros:

I did not stay the place was filthy the beds were broke there was no TV and there was plenty of spiders in bugs I am waiting for my refund thank you

2025-09-26 via Nuitee
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SILAS
2
Pros:

Reception had the worst attitude I ever experienced in my entire life. No room services, just because you have to pay for it. Door lock was broken and the hallways smelled so terrible. Never go there

2025-09-25 via Nuitee
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GODEFROID
10
Pros:

Giod

2025-09-23 via Nuitee
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Michael
2
The worst
Pros:

It smelled good walkin in on the 2nd floor smelled like piss bed had springs and roaches in the room the police was on 2 different occasions with in a hour

2025-09-20 via Nuitee
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Jaesa family
2
Pros:

Worst experience ever
Even tho this is a dog friendly hotel, I wouldn’t even let a gold fish sleep in this disgusting place.
Not only did it sound as tho there was dog fights going on, on the third floor. This “non smoking” establishment has ash trays in the rooms and people just smoking throughout the whole property. We saw someone carry a whole tv out the front door. Women selling you know what. Elevator broken. But worst of all. We didn’t even feel comfortable having our bags in our room. After 13 hours on the road we just needed sleep. And a room to our self. But instead we got a room with 40 others, aka ROACHS. They were smashed to the wall and door frame. Everywhere you looked you saw one crawling. My step son ultimately asked if we could just sleep in our car. At one point I looked at my husband and asked if we were even safe to stay here.
Lesson learned. Don’t blindly book a room without reading the reviews.
This place should be burnt to the ground

2025-09-20 via Nuitee
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Kevin
2
Pros:

Room was not available after I reserved it

2025-09-15 via Nuitee
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Gilbert
2
Pros:

I found bugs on the floor and in the bed. Luckily I was alone and my wife did not come. Also dogss barked most of the night.

2025-09-15 via Nuitee
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Shawayna
4
Pros:

Please make it known $20 cash deposits are due before customers arrive. No one likes being inconvenienced.
The hallways smell. That carpet needs to be pulled up. Mattress was flat on 1 side, needs to be flipped. It's old. Everything is old & run down..
AND THEY DID IN FACT, NOT LEAVE THE LIGHT ON FOR ME!

2025-09-14 via Nuitee