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Clarion Inn Columbia Airport

500 Chris Dr, West Columbia, SC, US
3.0Good
Hotel amenities
Gym
Laundry
Free Breakfast
Pool
Parking

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About this property

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport is a 2.5-star hotel located in West Columbia, South Carolina, just 4 miles from Columbia Metro Airport. The property sits within a 10-minute drive of the University of South Carolina and Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, making it convenient for both business and leisure travelers. Fort Jackson is 10.3 miles away, and Lake Murray is 8.9 miles distant. Guests rate the location 3.6 out of 5 based on over 1,000 reviews.

The hotel features 142 guestrooms, each equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, and complimentary wireless internet. Rooms include cable television, a desk, and a coffee/tea maker. Bathrooms are outfitted with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Housekeeping is available upon request. Guest comfort ratings average 3.2 out of 5.

Dining options include a snack bar/deli and limited room service. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM. The property offers a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool for recreation. Additional amenities include a 24-hour front desk, free self-parking, a business center with three meeting rooms, coin laundry facilities, and discounted access to a nearby fitness facility. The hotel is wheelchair accessible with seven designated accessible parking spaces and an accessible registration desk. Free parking is available for RVs and buses.

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM; check-out is at 11:00 AM. Pets are welcome for $20 per day per room, with a maximum of two pets. Service animals are allowed at no charge. The property maintains a professional management team and is LGBTQIA+ friendly.

Location & nearby attractions

When you stay at Clarion Inn Columbia Airport in West Columbia, you'll be near the airport, within a 10-minute drive of University of South Carolina and Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. This hotel is 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Fort Jackson and 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from Lake Murray.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Three Rivers Greenway - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Lexington Medical Center - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Tri-City Leisure Center - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Riverbanks Botanical Garden - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi
Midlands Technical College - Airport Campus - 5.6 km / 3.5 mi
West Columbia Riverwalk - 5.6 km / 3.5 mi
Cayce Historical Museum - 5.7 km / 3.5 mi
Trustus Theatre - 6.6 km / 4.1 mi
Oak Grove Softball Complex - 6.6 km / 4.1 mi
EdVenture Children's Museum - 6.8 km / 4.2 mi
South Carolina State Museum - 6.9 km / 4.3 mi
Finlay Park - 7 km / 4.3 mi
The Big Apple - 7 km / 4.4 mi
Columbia Museum of Art - 7.2 km / 4.5 mi
Governor's Mansion - 7.3 km / 4.5 mi

The preferred airport for Clarion Inn Columbia Airport is Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 8.5 km / 5.3 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 142 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided on request.

Dining

Complimentary breakfast.

Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Amenities & features

Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and a 24-hour front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and 3 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

4 mile from Columbia Metro
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
free

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - 5:30 AM
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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, debit cards, and cash
  • Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings or onsite payments
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Long-term renters welcome
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • We are a pet friendly hotel. We allow pets and charge a $20.00 per day per pet.
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

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

  • Refundable incidentals deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Extended parking fee: USD 6 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night<

Know before you go

  • 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).