Moxy Columbia Downtown
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From
US$134
/ night
About this property
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a communal living room.
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a communal living room.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 128 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Location
Located in Columbia (Downtown Columbia), Moxy Columbia Downtown is within a 15-minute walk of University of South Carolina and Colonial Life Arena. This hotel is 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Fort Jackson and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Williams Brice Stadium.
What's nearby
South Carolina State House(0.1 Miles)
Trinity Episcopal Cathedral(0.1 Miles)
Town Theatre(0.2 Miles)
University of South Carolina(0.3 Miles)
Soda City Market(0.3 Miles)
Columbia Museum of Art(0.4 Miles)
First Baptist Church(0.4 Miles)
North Carolina Mutual Building(0.4 Miles)
Columbia Regional Visitors Center(0.4 Miles)
Nathaniel J. Frederick House(0.5 Miles)
Saint Peter's Catholic Church(0.5 Miles)
Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center(0.5 Miles)
Prisma Health Baptist Hospital(0.5 Miles)
ContinueCARE Hospital at Palmetto Health Baptist(0.5 Miles)
Koger Center for the Arts(0.5 Miles)
The preferred airport for Moxy Columbia Downtown is Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)(7.2 Miles)
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
24-Hour Front Desk
Fitness Center (nearby)
Location
1200 Main Street, Downtown Columbia, Columbia, South Carolina, United States of America
South Carolina State House (0.1 Miles)
Trinity Episcopal Cathedral (0.1 Miles)
Town Theatre (0.2 Miles)
University of South Carolina (0.3 Miles)
Soda City Market (0.3 Miles)
Columbia Museum of Art (0.4 Miles)
Room options
6
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Hearing Accessible
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
7
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Hearing Accessible, City View
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
7
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-In Shower, City View
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
6
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible, City View
Room details
2 Large Double Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
9
Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
7
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Hearing Accessible, City View (Roll-In Shower)
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
6
Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View
Room details
2 Large Double Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
6
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-In Shower, City View
Room details
2 Large Double Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
8
Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of Moxy Columbia Downtown
8.3
Very good
Based on 301 verified reviews
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Moxy Columbia Downtown, travelers praise the central, walkable location, while compact rooms and pronounced downtown noise shape much of the stay, with earplugs and white-noise machines provided to help light sleepers.
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At Moxy Columbia Downtown, travelers praise the central, walkable location, while compact rooms and pronounced downtown noise shape much of the stay, with earplugs and white-noise machines provided to help light sleepers.
Many find staff friendly and rooms generally clean, though service can be inconsistent and occasional maintenance or linen issues arise. Facilities earn mixed feedback: the lively lobby bar and rooftop are highlights, but valet may be congested or misbilled and elevators feel small or down. Rooms are minimalist with limited storage; some offer city or capitol views, and a few guests reported A/C or TV problems. Expect a vibrant downtown base best for travelers comfortable with compact spaces and urban noise.
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Facilities
Rooftop and lobby bars are popular and create a lively scene. Valet parking is available but can be congested or misbilled, and elevators are small with occasional outages.
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Cindy
5 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hi, I would have given a 5 rating but the valet parking needs a lot of work, I missed part of a show because of this issue. Yes, I will probably stay there when I come back to Columbia Sc
Hi, I would have given a 5 rating but the valet parking needs a lot of work, I missed part of a show because of this issue. Yes, I will probably stay there when I come back to Columbia Sc
10
MICHELLE
11 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Valet parking a plus. Best rooftop in Columbia. Small rooms.
Valet parking a plus. Best rooftop in Columbia. Small rooms.
8
Marjorie
17 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was small. It barely fit a queen bed. Same with the bathroom. My husband and I were constantly stepping on each other. Probably better for just one person. Decor was nice. Unique and retro. The bar area looked fun and you get a drink voucher. Check in was at the bar which was loud, and the staff were split between check in and bar tending. Valet parking was convenient.
Room was small. It barely fit a queen bed. Same with the bathroom. My husband and I were constantly stepping on each other. Probably better for just one person. Decor was nice. Unique and retro. The bar area looked fun and you get a drink voucher. Check in was at the bar which was loud, and the staff were split between check in and bar tending. Valet parking was convenient.
10
Marti
19 May 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
This hotel is amazing. It is filled with the rich local history. Many dining and shopping options within walking distance to the hotel. The staff was friendly, and the hotel was clean. The rooftop bar has excellent views. 10/10, highly recommend.
This hotel is amazing. It is filled with the rich local history. Many dining and shopping options within walking distance to the hotel. The staff was friendly, and the hotel was clean. The rooftop bar has excellent views. 10/10, highly recommend.
4
Dan
22 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
The room is uncomfortably small for two people, its absurd, each guest given one pillow and one towel. The bathroom toilet is right next to the guests bed. The AC was lackluster. The elevator was broken, the hotel was out of things like lids for coffee. This hotel has a lot to figure out.
The room is uncomfortably small for two people, its absurd, each guest given one pillow and one towel. The bathroom toilet is right next to the guests bed. The AC was lackluster. The elevator was broken, the hotel was out of things like lids for coffee. This hotel has a lot to figure out.
6
Cailin
8 Nov 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
To start the hotel is really cute and in a super convenient location. Valet was super nice, easy, and convenient for $30/night. Initially, I couldn't tell where the check in desk was because it is attached to a bar (there is a small lit up sign hanging to the right of the desk that I noticed later). The man at the front desk was very rude making faces and shaking his head when he walked away from customers (at one point we made eye contact, after he thought no one was looking). He even very loudly made an announcement to his coworker "It's almost 2 and I'm going home. I don't work tonight and I'm going home". Not professional. The second man running the desk in the evening time was fantastic. Great personality, smiled a lot, seemed he was really present in the moment and not itching to leave. The rooms are small, no closets or dressers. I don't recommend staying here if you are not used to city noise. There were foam ear plugs and a sound machine on the night stand. My husband said he counted 8 trains that night..not including emergency vehicles and pedestrian noise. We were up all night after our concert ended at 1130pm. The decor is cute and the price was right, but we wouldn't stay here again.
To start the hotel is really cute and in a super convenient location. Valet was super nice, easy, and convenient for $30/night. Initially, I couldn't tell where the check in desk was because it is attached to a bar (there is a small lit up sign hanging to the right of the desk that I noticed later). The man at the front desk was very rude making faces and shaking his head when he walked away from customers (at one point we made eye contact, after he thought no one was looking). He even very loudly made an announcement to his coworker "It's almost 2 and I'm going home. I don't work tonight and I'm going home". Not professional. The second man running the desk in the evening time was fantastic. Great personality, smiled a lot, seemed he was really present in the moment and not itching to leave. The rooms are small, no closets or dressers. I don't recommend staying here if you are not used to city noise. There were foam ear plugs and a sound machine on the night stand. My husband said he counted 8 trains that night..not including emergency vehicles and pedestrian noise. We were up all night after our concert ended at 1130pm. The decor is cute and the price was right, but we wouldn't stay here again.
10
Larken
14 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Really small elevator, and only one seemed to be working all weekend
Really small elevator, and only one seemed to be working all weekend
10
JACKI
20 May 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
We will be back. The staff could not apply my Marriott Bonvoy gift card and I was charge for an extra valet. We still will be back
We will be back. The staff could not apply my Marriott Bonvoy gift card and I was charge for an extra valet. We still will be back
8
ella
27 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel Rooms too small Staff not too friendly Had to get towels from another floor staff does not bring them Valet parking area to congested not enough space Drinks at the bar were very good as well as the rooftop
Nice hotel Rooms too small Staff not too friendly Had to get towels from another floor staff does not bring them Valet parking area to congested not enough space Drinks at the bar were very good as well as the rooftop
10
Andrea
29 Jul 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
My first solo trip and I had a really fun time from the walk up bar to register for my room. To the food truck inside the hotel and the roof top bar. And the room was very clean. Also quiet.
My first solo trip and I had a really fun time from the walk up bar to register for my room. To the food truck inside the hotel and the roof top bar. And the room was very clean. Also quiet.
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Cleanliness
Rooms are generally very clean, though a few report stained linens, dusty floors, poor lighting, or minor maintenance issues like loose floorboards and empty dispensers.
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arkevia
12 Jan 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Room was everything, I loved how the beds face the windows, very clean, the ear plugs (very thoughtful) , bathroom fully stocked, beds extremely comfortable.
Room was everything, I loved how the beds face the windows, very clean, the ear plugs (very thoughtful) , bathroom fully stocked, beds extremely comfortable.
10
William
21 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Was a great place to visit, very clean very friendly staff.
Was a great place to visit, very clean very friendly staff.
6
Ivory
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Cut my foot on a something going to bathroom during the night. Room was POORLY lit. Found out in the morning there was a nail in the floorboard that had sunken in. We could see right under it. Phone didn’t work at all to let staff know.
Cut my foot on a something going to bathroom during the night. Room was POORLY lit. Found out in the morning there was a nail in the floorboard that had sunken in. We could see right under it. Phone didn’t work at all to let staff know.
10
April
1 Jan 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room, friendly staff and perfect location.
Clean room, friendly staff and perfect location.
4
Jeff
5 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room# 812 was like a shoebox with 2 queen beds. Floor board going into the bathroom was loose and sharp with a nail. No shower gel. Help made the bed when we were leaving with our bedding still on the bed. Late check out request was fully ignored twice.
Room# 812 was like a shoebox with 2 queen beds. Floor board going into the bathroom was loose and sharp with a nail. No shower gel. Help made the bed when we were leaving with our bedding still on the bed. Late check out request was fully ignored twice.
10
richard
16 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice newly remodeled structure conveniently located in downtown Columbia. The rooms are small but all you need for a good night sleep. The bathroom and shower we're both excellent.
Very nice newly remodeled structure conveniently located in downtown Columbia. The rooms are small but all you need for a good night sleep. The bathroom and shower we're both excellent.
10
Marti
19 May 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
This hotel is amazing. It is filled with the rich local history. Many dining and shopping options within walking distance to the hotel. The staff was friendly, and the hotel was clean. The rooftop bar has excellent views. 10/10, highly recommend.
This hotel is amazing. It is filled with the rich local history. Many dining and shopping options within walking distance to the hotel. The staff was friendly, and the hotel was clean. The rooftop bar has excellent views. 10/10, highly recommend.
10
Andrea
16 May 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
We had a staycation there since we wanted to go out on Main St. for my birthday. I love the rooftop bar. All of the staff is friendly. The rooms are small but that was expected. Our room had a white noise machine which was awesome because you hear constant sirens all day and night downtown. Everything about the room was nice except the floor needs a good cleaning. It felt it was still dusty from recent construction. Aside from that i would recommend this place for others. You can walk to anywhere on Main st and even to the vista!
We had a staycation there since we wanted to go out on Main St. for my birthday. I love the rooftop bar. All of the staff is friendly. The rooms are small but that was expected. Our room had a white noise machine which was awesome because you hear constant sirens all day and night downtown. Everything about the room was nice except the floor needs a good cleaning. It felt it was still dusty from recent construction. Aside from that i would recommend this place for others. You can walk to anywhere on Main st and even to the vista!
10
Kristina
12 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was very clean and great!
Everything was very clean and great!
6
esther
9 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I like how the hotel rooms are pretty modern, but I had to switch rooms when I first arrived due to stained sheets. The new room that they gave us had stain sheets also, but we just didn’t use that blanket. I would say other than that, the rooms are pretty clean. Our room was missing a remote and the TV was on and when I told them a remote was missing from the room, they said they would bring one up and they did not. I had to actually ask twice for a remote & nothing, we had to sleep with the TV on for 2 nights. The area is honestly whatever too. If you don’t like hearing busy streets, I would recommend booking a room more high up OR a room without windows, but the room is VERY tiny.
I like how the hotel rooms are pretty modern, but I had to switch rooms when I first arrived due to stained sheets. The new room that they gave us had stain sheets also, but we just didn’t use that blanket. I would say other than that, the rooms are pretty clean. Our room was missing a remote and the TV was on and when I told them a remote was missing from the room, they said they would bring one up and they did not. I had to actually ask twice for a remote & nothing, we had to sleep with the TV on for 2 nights. The area is honestly whatever too. If you don’t like hearing busy streets, I would recommend booking a room more high up OR a room without windows, but the room is VERY tiny.
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Rooms
Rooms are consistently small with limited storage; street and train noise are common despite earplugs and white-noise machines. Some rooms offer city or capitol views, and occasional A/C or TV/remote problems are noted.
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Marjorie
17 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was small. It barely fit a queen bed. Same with the bathroom. My husband and I were constantly stepping on each other. Probably better for just one person. Decor was nice. Unique and retro. The bar area looked fun and you get a drink voucher. Check in was at the bar which was loud, and the staff were split between check in and bar tending. Valet parking was convenient.
Room was small. It barely fit a queen bed. Same with the bathroom. My husband and I were constantly stepping on each other. Probably better for just one person. Decor was nice. Unique and retro. The bar area looked fun and you get a drink voucher. Check in was at the bar which was loud, and the staff were split between check in and bar tending. Valet parking was convenient.
6
Taryn
5 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was extremely hot with no A/C unit to have it adjusted. We did not have a remote for the TV and it would not turn off so we had to physically get behind the tv to unplug it. The room was clean but extremely small. When these issues were brought to staffs attention they said they would get the A/C fixed and bring a remote. Neither one of those things happened. I've never be so disappointed in a hotel like this.
The room was extremely hot with no A/C unit to have it adjusted. We did not have a remote for the TV and it would not turn off so we had to physically get behind the tv to unplug it. The room was clean but extremely small. When these issues were brought to staffs attention they said they would get the A/C fixed and bring a remote. Neither one of those things happened. I've never be so disappointed in a hotel like this.
10
ELIZABETH ANASTASIA
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
only issue is it is loud at night. use the sound machine and get ear plugs
only issue is it is loud at night. use the sound machine and get ear plugs
10
Scott
21 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location. Nice hotel. Rooms are small and a lot of street noise, but it’s a downtown hotel.
Great location. Nice hotel. Rooms are small and a lot of street noise, but it’s a downtown hotel.
10
Lindsay
9 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Our stay was great. Room was comfy. Great view of the capital.
Our stay was great. Room was comfy. Great view of the capital.
6
Christopher
19 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
The service was great, the location is great. Our room I believe was called the 'vampire room'. There were no windows making it difficult to wake up and the bathroom was very close to the bed so if you with a partner, it is slightly uncomfortable...
The service was great, the location is great. Our room I believe was called the 'vampire room'. There were no windows making it difficult to wake up and the bathroom was very close to the bed so if you with a partner, it is slightly uncomfortable...
8
Gregory
23 Feb 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Rooms are a bit tight, and the design is such that if you enter the bathroom before dawn and turn on the light, the entire bedroom area is lit up - which is disruptive to anyone who is sleeping in the bed.
Rooms are a bit tight, and the design is such that if you enter the bathroom before dawn and turn on the light, the entire bedroom area is lit up - which is disruptive to anyone who is sleeping in the bed.
10
Zoe
16 Jul 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
We had a great date weekend. The room was small but it worked. We were there to sleep. The view of the state capitol was amazing. Definitely stay again.
We had a great date weekend. The room was small but it worked. We were there to sleep. The view of the state capitol was amazing. Definitely stay again.
6
Cailin
8 Nov 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
To start the hotel is really cute and in a super convenient location. Valet was super nice, easy, and convenient for $30/night. Initially, I couldn't tell where the check in desk was because it is attached to a bar (there is a small lit up sign hanging to the right of the desk that I noticed later). The man at the front desk was very rude making faces and shaking his head when he walked away from customers (at one point we made eye contact, after he thought no one was looking). He even very loudly made an announcement to his coworker "It's almost 2 and I'm going home. I don't work tonight and I'm going home". Not professional. The second man running the desk in the evening time was fantastic. Great personality, smiled a lot, seemed he was really present in the moment and not itching to leave. The rooms are small, no closets or dressers. I don't recommend staying here if you are not used to city noise. There were foam ear plugs and a sound machine on the night stand. My husband said he counted 8 trains that night..not including emergency vehicles and pedestrian noise. We were up all night after our concert ended at 1130pm. The decor is cute and the price was right, but we wouldn't stay here again.
To start the hotel is really cute and in a super convenient location. Valet was super nice, easy, and convenient for $30/night. Initially, I couldn't tell where the check in desk was because it is attached to a bar (there is a small lit up sign hanging to the right of the desk that I noticed later). The man at the front desk was very rude making faces and shaking his head when he walked away from customers (at one point we made eye contact, after he thought no one was looking). He even very loudly made an announcement to his coworker "It's almost 2 and I'm going home. I don't work tonight and I'm going home". Not professional. The second man running the desk in the evening time was fantastic. Great personality, smiled a lot, seemed he was really present in the moment and not itching to leave. The rooms are small, no closets or dressers. I don't recommend staying here if you are not used to city noise. There were foam ear plugs and a sound machine on the night stand. My husband said he counted 8 trains that night..not including emergency vehicles and pedestrian noise. We were up all night after our concert ended at 1130pm. The decor is cute and the price was right, but we wouldn't stay here again.
10
Andrea
16 May 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
We had a staycation there since we wanted to go out on Main St. for my birthday. I love the rooftop bar. All of the staff is friendly. The rooms are small but that was expected. Our room had a white noise machine which was awesome because you hear constant sirens all day and night downtown. Everything about the room was nice except the floor needs a good cleaning. It felt it was still dusty from recent construction. Aside from that i would recommend this place for others. You can walk to anywhere on Main st and even to the vista!
We had a staycation there since we wanted to go out on Main St. for my birthday. I love the rooftop bar. All of the staff is friendly. The rooms are small but that was expected. Our room had a white noise machine which was awesome because you hear constant sirens all day and night downtown. Everything about the room was nice except the floor needs a good cleaning. It felt it was still dusty from recent construction. Aside from that i would recommend this place for others. You can walk to anywhere on Main st and even to the vista!
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Service
Staff are widely described as friendly and helpful, but service can be inconsistent. Check-in at the bar sometimes feels confusing or split between bartending and front-desk duties, and a few billing corrections were needed.
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Marjorie
17 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was small. It barely fit a queen bed. Same with the bathroom. My husband and I were constantly stepping on each other. Probably better for just one person. Decor was nice. Unique and retro. The bar area looked fun and you get a drink voucher. Check in was at the bar which was loud, and the staff were split between check in and bar tending. Valet parking was convenient.
Room was small. It barely fit a queen bed. Same with the bathroom. My husband and I were constantly stepping on each other. Probably better for just one person. Decor was nice. Unique and retro. The bar area looked fun and you get a drink voucher. Check in was at the bar which was loud, and the staff were split between check in and bar tending. Valet parking was convenient.
8
Francisco
28 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The only complaints I have is that the phone inthe room (Rm.1112) did not have a functioning telephone ro reach the help desk, as upon dialing, encountered a busy signal continuously on each attempt. Secondly, I was not am to access the Netflix or other speciality programs on the room television. Finally, upon recieving an email receipt prior to check out, I noticed I was billed three seperate valet parking fees ($30.00 eqch), when in fact I never utilized valet services. The bill was corrected upon me advising the hotel staff at the front lobby desk. Aside from this, the stay was pleasant.
The only complaints I have is that the phone inthe room (Rm.1112) did not have a functioning telephone ro reach the help desk, as upon dialing, encountered a busy signal continuously on each attempt. Secondly, I was not am to access the Netflix or other speciality programs on the room television. Finally, upon recieving an email receipt prior to check out, I noticed I was billed three seperate valet parking fees ($30.00 eqch), when in fact I never utilized valet services. The bill was corrected upon me advising the hotel staff at the front lobby desk. Aside from this, the stay was pleasant.
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Christopher
12 May 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
It felt like the hostel version of Marriott at Marriottprices. Check in was at the bar, elevators were old and poorly maintained. Staff was a skeleton crew but nice. Bed was small, soft, and lumpy. Room was New York tiny. Could be a good hotel with some attention to detail and reorganization.
It felt like the hostel version of Marriott at Marriottprices. Check in was at the bar, elevators were old and poorly maintained. Staff was a skeleton crew but nice. Bed was small, soft, and lumpy. Room was New York tiny. Could be a good hotel with some attention to detail and reorganization.
10
Jennifer
18 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Staff was very friendly and hotel was clean.
Staff was very friendly and hotel was clean.
10
April
1 Jan 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room, friendly staff and perfect location.
Clean room, friendly staff and perfect location.
6
Christopher
19 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
The service was great, the location is great. Our room I believe was called the 'vampire room'. There were no windows making it difficult to wake up and the bathroom was very close to the bed so if you with a partner, it is slightly uncomfortable...
The service was great, the location is great. Our room I believe was called the 'vampire room'. There were no windows making it difficult to wake up and the bathroom was very close to the bed so if you with a partner, it is slightly uncomfortable...
10
Dani
21 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
It was so amazing! The staff were so friendly and welcoming!
It was so amazing! The staff were so friendly and welcoming!
6
Cailin
8 Nov 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
To start the hotel is really cute and in a super convenient location. Valet was super nice, easy, and convenient for $30/night. Initially, I couldn't tell where the check in desk was because it is attached to a bar (there is a small lit up sign hanging to the right of the desk that I noticed later). The man at the front desk was very rude making faces and shaking his head when he walked away from customers (at one point we made eye contact, after he thought no one was looking). He even very loudly made an announcement to his coworker "It's almost 2 and I'm going home. I don't work tonight and I'm going home". Not professional. The second man running the desk in the evening time was fantastic. Great personality, smiled a lot, seemed he was really present in the moment and not itching to leave. The rooms are small, no closets or dressers. I don't recommend staying here if you are not used to city noise. There were foam ear plugs and a sound machine on the night stand. My husband said he counted 8 trains that night..not including emergency vehicles and pedestrian noise. We were up all night after our concert ended at 1130pm. The decor is cute and the price was right, but we wouldn't stay here again.
To start the hotel is really cute and in a super convenient location. Valet was super nice, easy, and convenient for $30/night. Initially, I couldn't tell where the check in desk was because it is attached to a bar (there is a small lit up sign hanging to the right of the desk that I noticed later). The man at the front desk was very rude making faces and shaking his head when he walked away from customers (at one point we made eye contact, after he thought no one was looking). He even very loudly made an announcement to his coworker "It's almost 2 and I'm going home. I don't work tonight and I'm going home". Not professional. The second man running the desk in the evening time was fantastic. Great personality, smiled a lot, seemed he was really present in the moment and not itching to leave. The rooms are small, no closets or dressers. I don't recommend staying here if you are not used to city noise. There were foam ear plugs and a sound machine on the night stand. My husband said he counted 8 trains that night..not including emergency vehicles and pedestrian noise. We were up all night after our concert ended at 1130pm. The decor is cute and the price was right, but we wouldn't stay here again.
10
Wanda
18 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Every employee I came into contact was very friendly and helpful.
Every employee I came into contact was very friendly and helpful.
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JACKI
20 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We will be back. The staff could not apply my Marriott Bonvoy gift card and I was charge for an extra valet. We still will be back
We will be back. The staff could not apply my Marriott Bonvoy gift card and I was charge for an extra valet. We still will be back
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Location
Central downtown location near Main Street, the State House, restaurants, and USC is highly walkable. Urban setting brings traffic and train noise for some, and a few advise basic caution in the area at night.
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Heidi
4 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location right across from the capitol building and easy walk to USC campus. Lots of walk to restaurants and overall great location. Walls are thin and woke to lots of noise next door at 4:30am along with traffic noise. The other nights were better so perhaps we had a busier night! Overall, I would stay again but would ask for a room not on the main road!
Great location right across from the capitol building and easy walk to USC campus. Lots of walk to restaurants and overall great location. Walls are thin and woke to lots of noise next door at 4:30am along with traffic noise. The other nights were better so perhaps we had a busier night! Overall, I would stay again but would ask for a room not on the main road!
10
Deonta
26 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location.
Great location.
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Amy
6 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were very friendly. Rooms are small but have everything you need. The location is perfect.
Staff were very friendly. Rooms are small but have everything you need. The location is perfect.
10
April
1 Jan 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room, friendly staff and perfect location.
Clean room, friendly staff and perfect location.
8
Christian
10 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice place close to everything on Main st. Rooms were a bit small.
Nice place close to everything on Main st. Rooms were a bit small.
10
richard
16 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice newly remodeled structure conveniently located in downtown Columbia. The rooms are small but all you need for a good night sleep. The bathroom and shower we're both excellent.
Very nice newly remodeled structure conveniently located in downtown Columbia. The rooms are small but all you need for a good night sleep. The bathroom and shower we're both excellent.
10
Marti
19 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This hotel is amazing. It is filled with the rich local history. Many dining and shopping options within walking distance to the hotel. The staff was friendly, and the hotel was clean. The rooftop bar has excellent views. 10/10, highly recommend.
This hotel is amazing. It is filled with the rich local history. Many dining and shopping options within walking distance to the hotel. The staff was friendly, and the hotel was clean. The rooftop bar has excellent views. 10/10, highly recommend.
10
Andrea
16 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a staycation there since we wanted to go out on Main St. for my birthday. I love the rooftop bar. All of the staff is friendly. The rooms are small but that was expected. Our room had a white noise machine which was awesome because you hear constant sirens all day and night downtown. Everything about the room was nice except the floor needs a good cleaning. It felt it was still dusty from recent construction. Aside from that i would recommend this place for others. You can walk to anywhere on Main st and even to the vista!
We had a staycation there since we wanted to go out on Main St. for my birthday. I love the rooftop bar. All of the staff is friendly. The rooms are small but that was expected. Our room had a white noise machine which was awesome because you hear constant sirens all day and night downtown. Everything about the room was nice except the floor needs a good cleaning. It felt it was still dusty from recent construction. Aside from that i would recommend this place for others. You can walk to anywhere on Main st and even to the vista!
8
Theresa
17 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel was fine Be careful of the area
Hotel was fine Be careful of the area
10
kimberlee
28 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Saturday night football! Go gamecocks !! Great location!
Saturday night football! Go gamecocks !! Great location!
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Dining
On-site bar and rooftop get strong feedback for drinks and atmosphere, and some mention a food truck. Little is said about breakfast; a few miss in-room coffee or noted the property lacked coffee lids.
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MICHELLE
11 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Valet parking a plus. Best rooftop in Columbia. Small rooms.
Valet parking a plus. Best rooftop in Columbia. Small rooms.
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Marjorie
17 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was small. It barely fit a queen bed. Same with the bathroom. My husband and I were constantly stepping on each other. Probably better for just one person. Decor was nice. Unique and retro. The bar area looked fun and you get a drink voucher. Check in was at the bar which was loud, and the staff were split between check in and bar tending. Valet parking was convenient.
Room was small. It barely fit a queen bed. Same with the bathroom. My husband and I were constantly stepping on each other. Probably better for just one person. Decor was nice. Unique and retro. The bar area looked fun and you get a drink voucher. Check in was at the bar which was loud, and the staff were split between check in and bar tending. Valet parking was convenient.
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Christopher
12 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It felt like the hostel version of Marriott at Marriottprices. Check in was at the bar, elevators were old and poorly maintained. Staff was a skeleton crew but nice. Bed was small, soft, and lumpy. Room was New York tiny. Could be a good hotel with some attention to detail and reorganization.
It felt like the hostel version of Marriott at Marriottprices. Check in was at the bar, elevators were old and poorly maintained. Staff was a skeleton crew but nice. Bed was small, soft, and lumpy. Room was New York tiny. Could be a good hotel with some attention to detail and reorganization.
8
Randolphe
15 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Love the property, this is my first and last visit. No coffee in the room means no Randy returning. I'm a Diamond Hilton member, so I stay in hotels weekly. Love the place but coffee is a deal killer for us old road warriors. I understand the New target market doesn't care. Unfortunately for you. I do care. When your committee of youngsters finally figures it out ,let me know. I'll reconsider
Love the property, this is my first and last visit. No coffee in the room means no Randy returning. I'm a Diamond Hilton member, so I stay in hotels weekly. Love the place but coffee is a deal killer for us old road warriors. I understand the New target market doesn't care. Unfortunately for you. I do care. When your committee of youngsters finally figures it out ,let me know. I'll reconsider
10
Krisandra
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Super cute hotel. Bar is also the front desk which I thought was genius. Small but well appointed room. Will definitely be our place to stay in the area.
Super cute hotel. Bar is also the front desk which I thought was genius. Small but well appointed room. Will definitely be our place to stay in the area.
10
Marti
19 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This hotel is amazing. It is filled with the rich local history. Many dining and shopping options within walking distance to the hotel. The staff was friendly, and the hotel was clean. The rooftop bar has excellent views. 10/10, highly recommend.
This hotel is amazing. It is filled with the rich local history. Many dining and shopping options within walking distance to the hotel. The staff was friendly, and the hotel was clean. The rooftop bar has excellent views. 10/10, highly recommend.
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Dan
22 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room is uncomfortably small for two people, its absurd, each guest given one pillow and one towel. The bathroom toilet is right next to the guests bed. The AC was lackluster. The elevator was broken, the hotel was out of things like lids for coffee. This hotel has a lot to figure out.
The room is uncomfortably small for two people, its absurd, each guest given one pillow and one towel. The bathroom toilet is right next to the guests bed. The AC was lackluster. The elevator was broken, the hotel was out of things like lids for coffee. This hotel has a lot to figure out.
10
Andrea
16 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a staycation there since we wanted to go out on Main St. for my birthday. I love the rooftop bar. All of the staff is friendly. The rooms are small but that was expected. Our room had a white noise machine which was awesome because you hear constant sirens all day and night downtown. Everything about the room was nice except the floor needs a good cleaning. It felt it was still dusty from recent construction. Aside from that i would recommend this place for others. You can walk to anywhere on Main st and even to the vista!
We had a staycation there since we wanted to go out on Main St. for my birthday. I love the rooftop bar. All of the staff is friendly. The rooms are small but that was expected. Our room had a white noise machine which was awesome because you hear constant sirens all day and night downtown. Everything about the room was nice except the floor needs a good cleaning. It felt it was still dusty from recent construction. Aside from that i would recommend this place for others. You can walk to anywhere on Main st and even to the vista!
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ella
27 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel Rooms too small Staff not too friendly Had to get towels from another floor staff does not bring them Valet parking area to congested not enough space Drinks at the bar were very good as well as the rooftop
Nice hotel Rooms too small Staff not too friendly Had to get towels from another floor staff does not bring them Valet parking area to congested not enough space Drinks at the bar were very good as well as the rooftop
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Andrea
29 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
My first solo trip and I had a really fun time from the walk up bar to register for my room. To the food truck inside the hotel and the roof top bar. And the room was very clean. Also quiet.
My first solo trip and I had a really fun time from the walk up bar to register for my room. To the food truck inside the hotel and the roof top bar. And the room was very clean. Also quiet.
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Michelle
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Small rooms. When there are ear plugs and a soundmachine on the bedside table, there is a reason! Super loud place
Small rooms. When there are ear plugs and a soundmachine on the bedside table, there is a reason! Super loud place
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Merri
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Great friendly staff, good atmosphere
Great friendly staff, good atmosphere
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deana
5 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
First off, you get a complementary drink at the bar. Very nice. The room was small, but clean. The location is convenient. Valet parking only unless you want to pay for a parking garage. Overall, I would stay there again.
First off, you get a complementary drink at the bar. Very nice. The room was small, but clean. The location is convenient. Valet parking only unless you want to pay for a parking garage. Overall, I would stay there again.
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steven
11 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was nice and staff was great. Parking a bit pricey. The worst part of the stay was how uncomfortable the bed was. Woke up several times due to terrible mattress.
Everything was nice and staff was great. Parking a bit pricey. The worst part of the stay was how uncomfortable the bed was. Woke up several times due to terrible mattress.
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MARGARET
7 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel charged my credit card $330 extra without my authorization on top of me paying everything in full thru Expedia! They told me it was by mistake. My card is still charged and I wasn’t refunded that money! Rooms are extremely small!
The hotel charged my credit card $330 extra without my authorization on top of me paying everything in full thru Expedia! They told me it was by mistake. My card is still charged and I wasn’t refunded that money! Rooms are extremely small!
FAQs about Moxy Columbia Downtown
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
Pets are allowed with a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and may incur additional charges.
What is the hotel's location in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in downtown Columbia, just a 1-minute drive from the University of South Carolina and 9 minutes from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. It is 6.1 miles from Fort Jackson and 12.5 miles from Lake Murray.
Are children allowed at the hotel?
Children are allowed at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
Rollaway beds are available for a fee of USD 10 per night. Advance request or confirmation may be required.
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Average nightly price across deals, with taxes & fees.
Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-10-22: NO DATA
- 2026-10-23: 453.0987752395935USD
- 2026-10-24: 739.7050221756592USD
- 2026-10-25: 126.38531639432526USD
- 2026-10-26: 143.8669635426483USD
- 2026-10-27: 152.81331715794371USD
- 2026-10-28: 153.00674112052917USD
- 2026-10-29: 144.00514791719056USD
- 2026-10-30: 118.23350585176087USD
- 2026-10-31: 117.97754022200775USD
- 2026-11-01: 136.52598269841766USD
- 2026-11-02: 172.55362975633238USD
- 2026-11-03: 195.2412835408783USD
- 2026-11-04: 205.5597447960968USD
- 2026-11-05: 200.6883783544159USD
- 2026-11-06: NO DATA
- 2026-11-07: NO DATA
- 2026-11-08: 136.06642997840882USD
- 2026-11-09: 161.0694833786621USD
- 2026-11-10: 163.3576731416321USD
- 2026-11-11: 177.65888478152465USD
- 2026-11-12: 165.6283549955902USD
- 2026-11-13: 186.59182990065003USD
- 2026-11-14: 141.87217217294312USD
- 2026-11-15: 125.85504026235199USD
- 2026-11-16: 157.18274465892029USD
- 2026-11-17: 163.20766879339598USD
- 2026-11-18: 166.17338901379395USD
- 2026-11-19: 184.70241052186583USD
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- 2026-11-22: 127.26464044889069USD
- 2026-11-23: 125.86150537802123USD
- 2026-11-24: 125.86150537802123USD
- 2026-11-25: 127.26464044889069USD
- 2026-11-26: 127.26464044889069USD
- 2026-11-27: 125.62367110964966USD
- 2026-11-28: 129.67642750904082USD
- 2026-11-29: 129.70314201605987USD
- 2026-11-30: 140.59950091576385USD
- 2026-12-01: 157.18274465892029USD
- 2026-12-02: 157.31701751037596USD
- 2026-12-03: 163.08743643092345USD
- 2026-12-04: 169.12573489979553USD
- 2026-12-05: 166.38778830541992USD
- 2026-12-06: 129.79402087449645USD
- 2026-12-07: 151.3047503130493USD
- 2026-12-08: 167.01501555110167USD
- 2026-12-09: 156.23424301264953USD
- 2026-12-10: 151.4263491464691USD
- 2026-12-11: 140.61750417049407USD
- 2026-12-12: 151.6333865758667USD
- 2026-12-13: 163.20766879339598USD
- 2026-12-14: 154.37524469332885USD
- 2026-12-15: 151.41162542201232USD
- 2026-12-16: 129.79402087449645USD
- 2026-12-17: 146.70742961984251USD
- 2026-12-18: 131.74708363764952USD
- 2026-12-19: 140.59950091576385USD
- 2026-12-20: 118.9742868331604USD
- 2026-12-21: 129.79402087449645USD
- 2026-12-22: 129.79402087449645USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 19 years old.
- 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
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Pet fee: USD 56 per accommodation, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 11.2 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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24-Hour Front Desk
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24-Hour Front Desk