Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

3-star hotel Excellent 630 Assembly St, Columbia, SC, 29201
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

About Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Located in downtown Columbia, this hotel is a 5-minute walk from the University of South Carolina. It has an outdoor pool, and offers rooms with LCD TVs and cable channels. Rooms at the Courtyard Columbia Downtown at USC have high ceilings and urban décor. They come equipped with free Wi-Fi, a coffee maker, and ironing facilities. The onsite Bistro is open for breakfast and dinner, and serves grab n go items, made-to-order breakfast dishes, signature dishes for dinner, salads and appetizers. A full bar is also available. The hotel provides a local restaurant delivery service, and has a 24-hour market. Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is located 3 miles from the Courtyard Columbia Downtown at USC. Finlay Park is only one mile away.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.4 / 5
Excellent 1035 reviews

The hotel is generally well-liked for its cleanliness, comfortable rooms, and friendly staff. The location is also praised for being walking distance to many amenities. However, construction noise and parking difficulties are frequently mentioned as significant cons.

What guests liked
  • Clean and comfortable rooms
  • Friendly and helpful staff
What could be better
  • Construction noise disrupting stays
  • Difficulties with parking, including tight spaces and extra fees
  • Adrienne Jun 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great location close to USC. Room was very clean.

  • Bise Jun 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    very close to USC Had to pay for parking

  • Jenise Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The front desk gentleman was very nice and professional, The only thing was that he announced my room number with male guests behind me. I was traveling alone so it took me back a little. Usually, the front desk person will just said your room number is on your card.

  • Reginald Jun 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    We truly enjoy my stay at this hotel very clean friendly staff, room was excellent. This will be my go to hotel whenever I’m in South Carolina.

  • Blanche Jun 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Very clean, excellent staff, had a shuttle to take us to & from our wedding venue

  • Thulasi Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Hotel is clean and well maintained. I liked it

  • Melissa Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great place to stay for a quick trip!

  • Megan Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Nice accommodation and close to campus. Very friendly staff!

  • Paula and Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean room, adequate parking

  • Karl Jun 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Enjoyed ourcstay

  • Richelle Jun 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Only stayed one night to move my kid out of college but everything was great. Low ceilings in parking garage

  • Cyndy May 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    They have done a good job of updating the rooms although our bathroom was tiny and that was the only place I could find both a mirror and plugs. They need a mirror over the desk like area with plugs for hair tools. Do NOT drive a taller vehicle up to the check in area. 6 feet is the maximum height that will fit in the lower garage. We had to do a very tight turn around, check in and unload and then move our vehicle to the parking garage behind the hotel. There were hotel access doors on the upper level, two sets of manual doors which makes it very cumbersome for taking luggage in and out. There is a fridge in the room and a coffee maker that takes those teabag type coffee servings. Don’t waste your time, it was awful. VERY LIMITED hours to get coffee and/or food in the lobby area. I think it ends at 10AM. No complimentary coffee is available, or water. Ample place to place your luggage on “racks” inside the room. No personal safe in the room. Good place for a quick one night stay with plans to eat all meals out. Don’t bring valuables you will not keep in your possession at all times, such as a iPad or even controlled medications because of the lack of a safe. Staff was very polite, elevators were roomy and quick. We did not use the outside area or fitness center.

  • Eric May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Our absolute fav in Columbia! Great pool, food, bar and people. Love the big window rooms. Clean and roomy.

  • Georgia May 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Comfortable beds, clean facilities. The noise from the street, and the price was more than what it said on line….

  • Patrick May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very nice spot to stay in Columbia SC for work and play. The zoo is so fun here

  • Anthony May 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Lovely hotel very clean very nice staff

  • Linda May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location for the colonial arena ! Clean and accommodating!

  • Mary May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    perfect location for graduation!

  • Sara May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Parking is very tight but convenient.. Room was clean and updated bathroom with modern shower. Great air conditioning with adjustable thermostat! Bedlinens were satisfactory; not a high thread count but clean.

  • Rachel May 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    Unfortunately our room was sub par as far as cleanliness. I told the front desk after checking in that the toilet seemed dirty with some type of residue on the base and floor. Although they apologized nothing was done . The next morning checking out I mentioned it again and said no one followed thru with us. They just kinda shrugged it off. The hotel staff was nice overall and the hotel itself is an actual 4 star but the lack of care or attention to our room situation left me with a bad experience.

  • Gillian May 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    I was very disappointed as my friend Ian’s I had adjoining rooms, a king and a 2 queen. I was staying a day later than her and for some reason the staff could not give me the double and her the king. I stayed in the double and was forced to switch for my last night. I left a sweatshirt on the bed (absolutely positive) in the double and alerted the front desk that same day. The room had been serviced but no sweatshirt was returned. It did not disappear on its own but minimal effort was made to find it. There were only 3 places it could be..with the cleaning staff, the new guest in that room or with the linens. I still gave yet to resolve this. Very unsatisfactory and will not be booking another Marriott for my travels.

  • Vicki May 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Superb

  • Anna May 2026 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    The entire staff was amazing with the exception of one man behind the counter (and I think he was tge manager). He seemed to have a chip on his shoulder because I booked through "a third party" and was canceling one night of our 2 night reservation. I didn't realize how hilly the area was which was quite difficult getting around with a wheelchair. I've been charged for both nights and now need to fight that.

  • Michael May 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Everything went well. We were accommodated to with excellent service.

  • Stan May 2026 · via booking
    3.5/5

    Shower with very hot water and great water pressure Parking deck super cramped Bathroom cramped No free waters or water filling station When I first walked in my room it seemed to have that old hotel smell. The details stated an onsite restaurant but it's a small bistro with what seemed to be prepared food.

  • Stan May 2026 · via priceline
    3.5/5

    Shower with very hot water and great water pressure Parking deck super cramped Bathroom cramped No free waters or water filling station When I first walked in my room it seemed to have that old hotel smell. The details stated an onsite restaurant but it's a small bistro with what seemed to be prepared food.

  • Cheryl May 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Location to colonial life Colosseum is perfectThe hotel is clean, and the staff was very friendly and helpful during our stay.

  • Esther May 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    The space was clean but you had to stand over the toilet to shut the bathroom door and there was no bathroom fan and the door itself looked like it had been chewed on by animals. Also the housekeeping kept knocking on the door, there was no do not disturb sign to hang, it was very annoying.

  • Cristina May 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    small bathroom

  • Devon May 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The stay was great would come again

  • Lisa May 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Parking was very tight. They were understaffed in the bar area the night we were there. But the ONE lady that was working and doing everything, was amazing!

  • Joan May 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    Room as clean and comfortable. Recently updated. Conveniently located to USC.

  • Charlie May 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Superb

  • Dave May 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Amazing location. Next to the university and the Koger Center - where I had my commencement.

  • Vedran May 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Nancy May 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Clean very nice room and lobby.

  • Jennifer May 2026 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Dining not good. Pool really not good. Staff were fine.

  • Kristin May 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Staff went above and beyond to accommodate us

  • Douglas May 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Superb

  • Lisa May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Front desk was always so helpful and friendly! The hotel has a courtesy van to drive you around downtown Columbia. And the room was very clean and had everything we needed. Would definitely stay there again!

  • Laura May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Excellent staff

  • Michael May 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Perfect location to stay for moving my daughter out of her dorm. The hotel was clean and room was very nice. My only issue was the street noise but I should have expected that with hotel on one of the main streets. Overnight was fine but early morning you start hearing cars/motorcycles/trucks. Maybe less noise if your room isn’t facing the main street (I believe it’s Assembly).

  • Deron May 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Theresa May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location, easy to get to USC campus. Staff were friendly and helpful. Property and room was clean and comfortable. Parking $10 per day but you could come and go - there were spaces but a little tricky to get in and out of if you have anything larger than a sedan. Overall great stay!

  • Paulo May 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Great location. Close by to USC No complaints

  • Paulo May 2026 · via priceline
    4.5/5

    Great location. Close by to USC No complaints

  • Jeremy May 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    Extremely noisy road traffic and construction all night long. Fitness center was very limited. Rooms and the facilities are clean and nice and convenient location. Just way too noisy all night long.

  • Jonathan May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Did not realize it when booking but this is my second stay in this hotel. Great location for SCU visit. Friendly staff and well kept facility. Will be back again

  • Hertzberg May 2026 · via booking
    4/5

    Very good

  • Michael May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Friendly staff. Good signage for parking

  • Karen May 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Clean room, nice feel to the room. Well lit parking. Easy to walk to grab dinner.

  • Thomas Apr 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    We had no room service

  • Lindsay Apr 2026 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Room was facing the Main Street. It was very loud outide with the train whistle blowing late at night and the sounds of cars speeding down the street. We were in a room with an adjoining room. The neighbors were very loud and the doors allowed a lot of noise into our room. It was very difficult to sleep well.

  • Heather Apr 2026 · via booking
    4/5

    The parking deck is a NIGHTMARE- there should be warning about how tight the ramp is and instructions on how to use the alternate access included with reservations. I was there with family and friends and ALL of us had that same issues with the parking. Also the street noise is horrible- but I guess y’all already know that since you offer noise cancelling sound makers.

  • Heather Apr 2026 · via priceline
    4/5

    The parking deck is a NIGHTMARE- there should be warning about how tight the ramp is and instructions on how to use the alternate access included with reservations. I was there with family and friends and ALL of us had that same issues with the parking. Also the street noise is horrible- but I guess y’all already know that since you offer noise cancelling sound makers.

  • Richard Apr 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    It was close to where I needed to be in Columbia. Clean and comfortable. Great staff I really wish you had a restaurant.

  • Richard Apr 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    It was close to where I needed to be in Columbia. Clean and comfortable. Great staff I really wish you had a restaurant.

  • Barbara Apr 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    The folks in the restaurant/café area were excellent too, friendly and welcoming. The set up in the restaurant/lounge area was great to gather as a big group to watch h sports games and talk

  • Barbara Apr 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Andrew the manager, was fantastic! He gave excellent recommendations, friendly and really seemed to care about our stay. The folks in the restaurant/café area were excellent too, friendly and welcoming. The set up in the restaurant/lounge area was great to gather as a big group to watch h sports games and talk

  • Robert Apr 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great location and excellent service

  • Patrick Apr 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    They have noise machines in rooms but they don't help much. People next door were college kids - had to call security at 3am. Told staff. They don't care. "Oh, sorry about that." - was all they said. Don't stay there.

  • Peter Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    This hotel was clean and comfortable with a friendly staff in an excellent location. Moreover, it provided good value given the price of a room.

  • John Apr 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    Lighting in all areas is garish and operating room harsh.

  • Jessica Apr 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    So hotel was really convenient to the university right around the corner from the honors dorm. I love that it had a pool as well.

  • Anne Apr 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    Beds were not comfortable. Did not sleep well. Street noise was loud as well. But it is a city after all. No waters in the room. Had to go downstairs and ask. Also only 3 bath towels in each room.

  • Jackie Apr 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    The room and staff were absolutely wonderful. Honestly, I would’ve given this five stars except for the windows that make up the entire side of the hotel must be older, and it is very noisy from the outside. The staff did have earplugs available for everyone, which was lovely. The staff and cleanliness of the room which seems to have just been redone could not have been better.

  • Viviane Apr 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Great hotel! Good experience!

  • Shanise Apr 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Parking has narrow spaces and tight turns. Didn't have breakfast I think they charge for it.

  • Melissa Apr 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Clean rooms, pretty quiet, staff way nice, but bathroom is small.

  • Kerry Apr 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    Hotel was in a great location and walkable for visiting USC, however seemed dated and bare minimum from an accommodations standpoint. The staff were friendly and helpful and it was nice to have the bar/breakfast options for quick bites. We've stayed in much nicer Courtyards so were expecting a bit more in the rooms. If you're there for a night, it's fine, but cheaper hotels in the area are just as convenient, newer, and nicer. The parking garage was very tight, so if you stay there, and especially if you have a larger car, recommend parking on the upper deck for easier in and out.

  • Kate Mar 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    No available food or drinks

  • Karin Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    AND, WHEN THE FRONT DESK SAID THAT "SOME PEOPLE ARE LIGHT SLEEPERS, SO WE OFFER THESE AMENITIES," I SUPPOSE I SHOULD HAVE RUN. BUT THE PLOT OF THE STORY IS THAT A TRAIN THAT SOUNDS LIKE IT IS RIGHT OUTSIDE OF THE WINDOW BLARES ITS WHISTLE FOR 1 MINUTE EVERY 15 MINUTES AFTER 11 AT NIGHT UNTIL ABOUT 2-ISH. THE FRONT DESK GUY TOLD ME THAT IT DOESN'T HAPPEN EVEY NIGHT, BUT IF IT HAPPENS WHEN YOU ARE THERE, IT IS A BUMMER. DON'T BOOK THROUGH A 3RD PARTY SITE BC THEN YOU CANNOT HAGGLE FOR ANY MONEY BACK.

  • Audra Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Shops and restaurants nearby

  • Joyce Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Not the quality I expected from a Marriott. We got a room with a connecting door and could clearly hear what was going on in the next room. When it was dark, you could see light under the door, so no sound proofing or privacy. Pictures are deceiving for the room, no fan in the bathroom. Eh, it served it's purpose. Pool area needs some work. Pictures are slightly deceiving.

  • Alicia Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Great experience. Close enough to walk to the Colonial Life Center.

  • Kate Mar 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    No free coffee , pool was worn down, shower had hair in it when we arrived :/ not the cleanest hotel …

  • Christopher Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    clean, supportive staff, and nice size rooms.

  • Trish Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Shower in room was terrible. I got more water out of the sink faucet then in shower.

  • Mark Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Convenience to everything is great. Staff is always friendly. Don’t love the new $10 parking fee.

  • James Mar 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Hotel was clean. In a good area and the staff was very friendly

  • James Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    It was small with a limited amount of equipment.

  • Robert Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The room was clean and the hotel staff was great. Convenient location with easy parking.

  • Jonathan Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Had an awesome time here

  • Jason Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Yes room was very clean. Plenty of towels. Bed comfortable. I don not like being nickel and dimed for everything. No complementary anything. Not even complementary coffee. No breakfast. Gouging me seven dollars for a plain bagel and five dollars for a cup of coffee in the morning is just obscene. You should think very much about small things like that that won’t cost you much money that just look like price gouging.

  • Gwen Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Comfortable bed and pillow, a must for me! Clean room and great staff!

  • Kimberly Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Staff was so friendly! Great location, easy parking. The first night our air handler was SO loud. We told them the next morning and they took care of it right away. This was our second time staying there and we will definitely be back again.

  • Will Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    Rooms were updated and Hotel was nice. Plumbing wasn't working on 9th floor, staff did not seem concerned.

  • Katherine Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The room was clean. The bed was comfy. Everyone was super nice!!

  • Laura Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Excellent staff!!

  • Ruth Feb 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    Clean room , great location next to campus. Our room did not get cleaned/ serviced .

  • Tricia Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Staff was friendly. Room was clean. Nice size room but the bathroom was on the small side. Liked that the hotel is within walking distance from University of South Carolina.

  • Alice Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Yes!

  • Walter Feb 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    First room had wet carpet. Moved to a room behind the elevator and stayed the night but could hear it making a squeaking sound all early morning. Moved again but the room had a bad smell and a clogged toilet that they couldn’t fix and finally moved us to a room that had no issues. The staff was great and very helpful. I’m thinking this was just bad luck but it was a pain to move that many times.

  • Anna Feb 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    I am from out of state and had to reschedule my flight back in order to leave the state of SC. I explained this to the Courtyard by Marriott and they said I needed to explain my case to Expedia. Expedia confirmed that the hotel was only able to refund me for one night (not 2 nights) even though I was physically unable to get there because of the snow. I am a repeat customer at the Marriott and all I am asking for is a refund for both nights. Expedia had said that Marriott should be able to approve this. I ended up catching a flight on Friday, so I could avoid the airline cancellations for Sat/Sunday. But yet Courtyard by Marriott on Assembly still had to charge me for that night, even though I could not physically get there. Please make this right. Thank you so much.

  • Freddie Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Spotless room, excellent staff, convenient location, quite rooms, amazing breakfast.

  • Freddie Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The toom was spotless! The entire staff was awesome! The location was great! The amenities were amazing! We loved everything about this hitel.

  • Michelle Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The hotel was amazing. The staff was very nice!

  • Sarah Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Staff was very pleasant & rooms great as always

  • Tierra Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    We enjoyed our stay here during the most recent holiday. Check-in was smooth, the room and main areas were spotless. Overall great property!

  • sherri Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Parking is not easy as the garage is very low , staff was super nice , breakfast was delicious and cooked to order easy walk to the concert

  • Ray Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    I understand property is located on the Campus of USC however; the leat uou can offer is full amenities. Regards if the saty is of season or not

  • Naftal Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Left early didn’t take breakfast

  • Barry Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Great location!!!

  • Rodney Dec 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Good

  • Tamara Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    No hard wired internet .Thermostat battery were dead.Very noisy room was onnthe fron and stree was cery all times of night.The guest above me Friday night were extremely lod.The staff was nice

  • Emmanuel Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Multiple things stood out to me: top-notch customer service. The facility, when you walk in, had a great aroma, in the lobby area. The rooms were clean. Everything was perfect. I had a great time.

  • Tamara Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Ethernet Cionnection that actually works

  • Terrance Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    The hotel is clean but if you book the room with any kind of discount they will but you on the 3rd floor where they fill all the room and it gets noisy. I asked to be moved to the 2nd floor and told there would be a $90 charge for the same type room that I already had. Very strange.

  • Jodi Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Hotel charged me $20.00 more on my first night than the rate I booked at via Hotels.com. I am not happy about that! This location is very noisy all through the night with fire truck sirens, train horns and loud sports cars as are seen/heard all over Columbia. Choose this location for convenience only not if you want to get a decent night’s sleep bc it won’t happen!

  • Stuart Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Friendly staff. Newly renovated. Clean .

  • Sherri Dec 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Perfect location for concert at Colonial Life. The bar was very crowded before the concert, but the staff was friendly and working hard to take care of everyone.

  • Jessica Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    It was so brief, couldn’t tell you

  • Dee Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The room was outstanding, the staf were nice and they had a shuttle to go see Stevie Nicks concert. All in all 10 out of 10. Only complaint i can make is parking should come with the room.

  • Kelly Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Great parking. Easy check in. Room was very clean and spacious. Manager Andrew was exceptionally kind.

  • Kevin Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Fast service and great perks!

  • Ian Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Easy parking. Clean, spacious room at a good price in a decent location for walking to the convention center and downtown.

  • Otis Nov 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Clean room and friendly staff. The thermostat in t

  • Michelle Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Room was nice. Parking was 10/day and lot was not the easiest to park unless you parked on level 2 that was outside and accessible by anyone walking by. There were not a lot of parking spots available. Breakfast was not included as mentioned on the booking. You could hear noises outside through the night. When you were sleeping

  • Erron Nov 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    The hotel was nice and clean. It was walking distance from the arena HOWEVER. There is a train track very near and it seems to run at night. The hotel offered ear plugs - that should give you an idea as to how loud it is.

  • Louis Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    From registering to my departure everything was top shelf!

  • Jason Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    The hotel was clean and very up to date. But, the man at the front desk was extremely rude. I have never checked into a hotel and had someone talk to my family the way he did. He wouldn't even tell us where our room was. I told him we have a U-haul trailer and adked is parking available and we were told you have to pay for 2 spots and there was room, even through I asked prior to booking we had to wait an hour before we could get parking. I will never stay again, nothing to the hotel, but extremely rude male at the check in desk. I never leave a bad review until now

  • Kim Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Nice hotel. Walkable to USC. Great staff.

  • William Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Staff was courteous

  • Miranda Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Peaceful

  • Robert Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Hotel was very clean overall. Never made it to breakfast. The staff was extremely friendly. Great location, Highly recommend

  • Tania Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The staff went above and beyond to open up the swimming pool and set up chairs for us. At breakfast Sharina was exceptionally friendly and helpful to clean tables , bring out our food and overrall so pleasant . All of the staff were so friendly. The location was perfect to be near USC campus .

  • Nancy Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    This property was so nice. Pristine. Less than a 15 minute walk to the Colonial Life Arena for a show. Staff was super helpful and friendly. We'll def stay here again.

  • Shamell Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    I enjoyed my stay and would stay again. The cleaning ladies are sweet hearts. I wish I knew their names for this review especially the one with locs.

  • Heather Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The bathroom sink was clogged

  • Laura Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Clean room. Good fitness center great staff!

  • Shonterria Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The property was very nice and convenient to the venue

  • Harry Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    I expected for for my money.

  • Heather Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    I’m surprised by some of the bad reviews because the staff from the moment we arrived to the moment we left was very kind and hospitable. The bartender was lovely and made our stay even better. We instantly felt as if we have known her because of how warm she was.

  • Pranav Sep 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Rooms were decent size, bathrooms were clean. No safety deposit box available. On USC campus!

  • Melissa Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Ryan at the front desk was very friendly and informative. He made our stay so easy!

  • Shatavia Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Stay was a 10/10

  • Ansel Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Fantastic stay

  • Eric Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location. Great staff.

  • Courtney Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    I really enjoyed my stay here. The hotel was very clean and the staff were all very polite and friendly. The food from the bistro downstairs was really great. There is a pool but no hot tub. The parking garage is a very tight squeeze, and there is no valet parking. The hotel is within walking distance of several different restaurants which is very convenient. The room was a little noisy though and there was a lot of street noise we could hear throughout the night. I would stay here again, especially if I had an event at USC.

  • Larry Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Hotel staff very friendly, a lot of dinning and site seeing options within walking distance of hotel.

  • George Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Staff was friendly hotel was clean and the breakfast was very good. I would say the gym could use a little more in it as there was only one bench to do weights on and no machine at all. I was fortunate to be the only one doing weights both times I used it but I could see this being an issue - would recommend for the size of the hotel to add another bench or add a machine weight system.

  • Kimberly Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everyone is so friendly. Very clean

  • Colleen Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Love it there very comfortable.

  • Karen Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    I loved everything about the property. I have stayed at this property before and love it. I used the pool this time and sat outside by the outdoor couches and fireplace and really enjoyed it. Excellent stay

  • maggie Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    So close to the university, Very friendly staff

  • Lauren Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Convenient bc our daughter goes to Univeristy of SC

  • Roger Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Excellent location for attending USC events.

  • Mark Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Excellent!

  • Melissa Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    it was nice

  • Verified Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    The hotel was in a good location but the only issue we had was the air conditioner was extremely loud.

  • Tiffany Jul 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    The property was well situated and gave good access to Columbia’s downtown

  • Ximena Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything is great except fot

  • Matthew Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Onsite parking was secure and convenient. Room was clean and as expected.

  • Lauren Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Location was key for us because we were visiting Univ of SC for a few days.

  • Heather Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The staff at this hotel is what made it stand out amongst the competition. They were beyond welcoming and friendly and communicative. There is a fair amount of road noise with a street facing room but that is not a reflection on the hotel or staff but more just a fact of the downtown location. I will be staying here for each of my visits while visiting my student over the next 4 years!

  • Rachael Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    This is my favorite place to stay in Columbia. Good location. Very nice hotel. Fee parking. Friendly staff.

  • Laura Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    This property is basically on campus of U of SC. It’s a basic Marriott Courtyard but …. The staff is what sets it apart. Never have I stayed at a hotel and been treated so wonderfully. EVERY staff member made us feel wrlcome, was helpful, and we spotted them soo much. Only recommendation is the bar area is Altra bright at all hours which is kinda off putting but prob by design 😂.

  • Verified Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Will never stay at that property again Disappointed is an understatement

  • Ansel Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Central location to all of downtown Columbia. Beautiful hotel and great staff

  • Kim Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location for usc Clean. Nice staff

  • Bivins Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Couldn’t have asked for more convenient access to USC and location for the team camp. Nice place, pool, gym all great!!

  • Andrea Jun 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Very welcoming staff and close to the USC campus.

  • Ed Jun 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Ok

  • Steve Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Nice, clean hotel near USC campus. Perfect for our needs

  • Taylor Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Friendly staff, clean hotel in and out. In a decent location and the room was very clean and comfy, however I would have wanted a better view versus the awing.

  • Shanissa Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Nice property. Ideal location to Colonial Life Arena.

  • Todd Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Nice property

  • marilyn Jun 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Very clean and comfortable

  • Stacey Jun 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Toilet broken. Asked to have fixed and wasn’t creating a disgusting situation. Should have been offered a refund.

  • John Jun 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    It’s not bad at all. Seems like it’s a decent area if you have an event around USC or a game.

  • Joann Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location. Great front desk staff. Cafe and bar terribly overpriced for the service and quality.

  • Dori Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The staff is very accommodating and friendly. It was a bit noisy with the train nearby but overall a positive experience and I would stay there again.

  • Alex Jun 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    It was very noisy unfortunately. The location is nice being close to the campus but trains and other external things made it noisy and tough to sleep.

  • Sharon Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Overall wonderful experience with this hotel.

  • Kimberly May 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Perfect spot for a visit to USC. Easy to walk all around campus. Room was comfortable and clean. Staff was amazing, especially the shuttle driver Cynthia who went out of her way to show us some things in Columbia. We will definitely be staying here again!

  • Cheryl May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    This place is prefect distance from the campus and other activities.

  • Haley May 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Very nice and clean hotel. Comfortable beds. Nice pool. Great location downtown.

  • Mark May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location and Andrew are desk made it a great experience. There was an unexpected maintenance issue in our room when we checked in and he made it right with no hesitation. Also greater is every night and remembered why we were there.

  • Rosella May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    We enjoyed our stay and would recommend to family and friends.

  • Sandra May 2025 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    Was expecting for the price. I paid free breakfast because that’s what my son told me got there and yeah I guess we didn’t pay enough to get the free breakfast so very disappointed in that.

  • MARY May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything was awesome

  • Katrina May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean room Excellent service

  • Stephanie May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Quietness of the hotel as a whole.

  • Ebony May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The staff was nice and welcoming. The breakfast was really good.

  • Karen May 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Very friendly staff to include the bistro, housekeeping and front desk.

  • CAROLINE May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    We enjoyed our stay!

  • Karen May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Loved everything about my stay. 3rd time at the hotel and will definitely be back

  • Patsy May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    It is across the street from the college. So many intelligent friendly and fun people. All walks of life. I sat at the bar had a drink. I ordered a burger and immediately met friends on each side of me. So friendly and fun. Even the service was exceptional and friendly.

  • William May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Convenient location.

  • Michael May 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Property was..... Eh? The room size was good. There was no central light just various lamps around room you could only turn on and off at base. Had mini fridge but no safe, the shower was adequate , tv was weirdly off to the side from bed. The view was of the pool at ground level so shades just stayed shut. Our biggest gripe was we put the do not disturb sign on door and when we returned from an outting the sign was gone (never did find it again) and our room had been tied up (bed made and items piled together yet strangely no new towels and nothing missing so not like a theif. Just irritating. The staff was curteous and professional, but the elevators had button damage, when we exited room this morning the hall had trash it it all round like we missed a major party. The parking lot was serviceable but has a 6' hight limit and frankly difficult to navigate lanes/spaces. The shuttle was nice when it ran.

  • Terrance Apr 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Thanks

  • Holly Apr 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very pleased with my stay there! I will definitely book another stay the next time I’m in town.

  • Patricia Apr 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The hotel was lovely. Very friendly staff. Parking was easy and covered. Beds were comfy.

  • Christopher Apr 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    It's a very convenient location and was very clean. Staff was nice

  • Maureen Apr 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Perfect spot when visiting USC

  • Julie Apr 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great property!

  • Elizabeth Apr 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Got there early and my room was ready! Staff was very friendly. Great location to visit our son at UofSC

  • Viviane Apr 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Our stay was ok. The only issue is that

  • Melissa Apr 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    My favorite of all the nearby hotels. Clean, organized and friendly

  • Anthony Mar 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Centrally located at the University of South Carolina, close to everything. Very convenient

  • Krista Mar 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    The location is perfect and super close to USC. The rooms are a little dated, just okay. The staff was amazing!

  • micheal Mar 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great property and location.

  • Mark Mar 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very nice hotel

  • Kelly Mar 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very noisy. Was not clean.

  • Amy Mar 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very nice hotel and staff! Clean and updated.

  • david Mar 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    No issues. Noisy outside. Tough to sleep

  • Mary Mar 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Great location for activities at USC. Several restaurants nearby. Friendly staff and comfortable room!

  • ERICA Mar 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    I was shocked when there was no hand cream in the room. Also no water in the room. Two different prices in the lobby. The front desk person Lenny was in a terrible mood and was asking if he wasn't clear in what he kept repeating to me. I said you are clear but the woman over there said something different. He then got upset bc he thought I was taping our conversation on my phone but I had just been "talk to text" and it was still on. He made me feel like I was doing something so wrong and said he was "embarrassed " and he was all over the place. I travel extensively and have not had a front desk person act so erratic. I decided to end the conversation bc I don't think he could handle anymore. He was very very unprofessional in my opinion.

  • Anna Feb 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Convenient for visiting universty but costly for a room. Parking spots are very tight. Desk staff was friendly.

  • Robert Feb 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great location near the University of South Carolina.

  • Keneedra Feb 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The Staff was amazing and very helpful. Perfect location.

  • Teri Feb 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    The property was very, very nice, clean and inviting. The staff was nice and definitely provided great customer service. My only caution is they had a horrible time checking me in because I prepaid for my stay via Hotels.com. They actually charges me again ( more) for the stay and I had to make multiple trips to the front desk and have the General Manager intervene to resolve the issue. I loved the hotel and would stay again but I think I would book directly with Marriott.

  • Verified Feb 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The atmosphere was amazing. The lobby smelled good and very clean. The front desk staff were very friendly and knowledgeable.

  • Verified Feb 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    The pillows were very flat; not comfortable.

  • Karin Feb 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Perfect for those visiting the USC campus.

  • Heather Feb 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    I have stayed at this hotel 3 times and every time, the staff were very friendly and helpful, rooms are very clean and spacious. Close to all USC events. Anytime I come to Columbia, I will stay here.

  • Mary Jan 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Great location to basketball arena and restaurants.

  • Lateisha Jan 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Very nice staff and hotel was clean and conveniently located to SC campus. We could have walked to the basketball game. The food in the restaurant is also very good.

  • Leigh Jan 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Good location. Close to many things.

  • Gina Jan 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    The sheets were rough and itchy. First time I've ever experienced that at a hotel. There was no lotion in the room. It seemed like a very bare bones place. Breakfast is not free, nor is there any service. The only option is to order off a board that is Starbucks. We will not stay there again.

  • Martha Jan 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very convenient to USC, clean room, nice staff.

  • Michelle Jan 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Never had a bad stay at this location

  • Kitt Jan 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Service was great! Very friendly staff all the way around. Unfortunately the noise outside on work being done on the street was very loud and kept us awake. The walls are paper thin between rooms so that didn't help either. We may have had bad luck with placement of our room, but everything else was fine. Great location for the college tour.

  • Karen Dec 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Loved loved loved the Courtyard. Loved that is located downtown. Clean rooms with amazing dining options. I will definitely be back

  • Jacqueline Dec 2024 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    I was very impressed with all of the employees; Ms Minnie at the desk, Latia in the kitchen. Could not ask for more personable, helpful and friendly people to represent Marriott!

  • Laurie Dec 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    My family and I really enjoyed our stay. We didn’t have to hike our belongings to the hotel because the parking was so convenient. The decor was clean modern but still pretty inviting. The check-in process was easy and the representative at the desk was friendly and helpful. Our room was very clean and comfortable. The hotel is located in the heart of beautiful Columbia, so expect some city noise at night and in the early morning, trains and ambulances. Overall, our stay was excellent. I would stay here again and recommend it to a friend.

  • Stephen Dec 2024 · via expedia
    4/5

    Breakfast was advertised but not available. I had to eat at IHOP. My only complaint.

  • Eyanna Dec 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location!

  • Angela Dec 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    I loved how there was so many places to view from my hotel room. Very convenient location in the downtown area and around USC.

Frequently asked questions about Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Does Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC offer parking?
Yes, paid self-parking is available on-site at Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC.
Does Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC offers meeting spaces for business and group use. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC have a fitness center?
Yes, Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, pool.
Where is Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC located, and how walkable is the area?
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC is located at 630 Assembly St, Columbia, SC 29201. With a Walk Score of 67, the area is rated Somewhat Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but a car or rideshare is helpful for most trips.

What's nearby

  • Columbia SC Airport 6.3 mi

House rules

Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM
Cancellation Not available
Children Not available

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