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Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star Edwardian hotel near Columbia Museum of Art

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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1400 Main St, Columbia, SC, 29201-2806
  • Place, South Carolina State House
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a red chair with a patterned pillow, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(81 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a desk, a chair, a television, a lamp, a coffee maker, and a window with blinds.

Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a red chair with a patterned pillow, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Club Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a desk, a chair, a television, a lamp, a coffee maker, and a window with blinds.

Club Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

A neatly made bed with white linens, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern office space with a desk, chair, TV, and a red sofa.

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Room, 2 Double Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

A neatly made bed with white linens, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Columbia

City center stay.A stay at this Downtown Columbia hotel places you steps from Columbia Museum of Art and within a 5-minute walk of South Carolina State House. Also, University of South Carolina is within half a mile (1 km) and Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Columbia Museum of Art - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • South Carolina State House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of South Carolina - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Colonial Life Arena - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 7 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Halls Chophouse Columbia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪East Bay Deli - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hanabi Hibachi & Sushi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

3.5-star Edwardian hotel near Columbia Museum of Art
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. You'll find a business center on site.

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. The business-friendly Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel also features a 24-hour fitness center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours). Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Edwardian Columbia hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 134 guestrooms or units
  • 17 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1913
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel offers 134 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters. 37-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Columbia hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Valet parking on site (USD 33 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite valet parking

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 4 to 20 for adults and USD 4 to 12 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Portable bathtub seat
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 4 to 20 for adults, and USD 4 to 12 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 33 per night (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Columbia Sheraton
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel to the airport?

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel is 7.7 mi (18-min drive) away from the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel?

As of Sept 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel on Sept 27, 2026 start from CA $158, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel.

Does Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 4 and 20 for adults, USD 4 and 12 for children.

Is there a casino at Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM.

Is there free parking at Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 33 per night.

Does Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel have a pool?

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel to downtown Columbia?

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Columbia.

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 567 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is amazing with plenty of great restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location and just a lovely hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and great staff. Try to stay in higher floors though, as this is an old building and the nights could be very loud.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Walking distance to great restaurants!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clayton

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awesome hotel and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and a fun historic building. Rooms are dated (floors creak, old windows that were filthy) but it has a certain level of charm and character as compared to a new hotel that is very sterile feeling.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel if your visiting the Soda Market on Saturdays. All staff exceptional. Hotel is an updated in a historic building.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jaquetta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of favorite hotels when we come to town. Excellent service as usual but there wasn't any hot water in the shower. Other than that the stay was fine
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Short business trip. Staff was very welcoming and all very good. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness
Old room, small but clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Parking was expensive
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was spotless and the staff was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was AWESOME!!! I will be coming back!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and hospitable staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DeLisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Betty Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always a clean and good place to stay. Staff is pleasant and courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great location and nice rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a wonderful stay here. Amazing staff and accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel needs a renovation. New pipes.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms were clean and comfortable. Staff nice. Hotel looks about run down in lobby and near elevators.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026