The Whitney Hotel - Columbia 33.99841, -81.00559

This hotel exceeded our expectations in every way. We had an initial problem with one of the front desk staff giving a room key to someone he thought was staying in our room but wasnt. Luckily, I knew the person....

The room is like home, with a central living area and kitchen/dining attached with either one or two adjacent rooms and baths. We favor the two bedroom (though it can be pricey, especially on special event days at USC) because the living area is larger, given the different arrangement with the kitchen and utility rooms. The 2 BR also has a desk in the living area where the 1BR does not. Cannot beat the location in regard to USC. We had favored the Inn at USC which I still like a lot, but the 2 BR here is bigger and I like it better, even though it's not right on campus like the Inn.

Close to great restaurants and pubs, great staff and clean, comfortable rooms. Fully stocked kitchen, with roomy suites. Perfect for families and business travel.

A little off the beaten path. $35 cab ride from airport. the hotel will pick up the tab, must remember to bring the driver into the hotel front desk.

I was pleasantly surprised with the hotel because when I booked the room it simply said two beds and when I checked in it was a two room suite. The suite included two rooms, two bathrooms, full kitchen, and yes even a washer and dryer. I would recommend this hotel to everybody but to especially people staying more than one night.

Hotel was very nice and comfortable. Great location for everthing we were doing in Columbia. Will definitely stay there again next time I'm in Columbia.

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The suite was nice. I did not expect to have amenities such as a dish washer and washer/driver in my suite. This would be an ideal place for an extended stay. In my short stay I did not make use of most of it. Room was clean, bed comfortable.

i spent my last weekend in columbia at the whitney and it was amazing more like an apartment than a hotel room amazing service and very friendly staff with the vista and 5 points just minutes away perfect for a romantic get away even for just a few days

this is my third time staying here i really enjoy the location of this hotel its a block away from 5 pts and its wonderful! it stills needs some more renovation work done!!

We enjoyed the hotel and the price we paid was GREAT. The area is quiet and peaceful but the hotel can use some remodeling. The furniture is old, which adds charm but the charm is lost when you can not lock your patio doors. Plus the carpet is in serious need of replacement. The staff were very helpful and answered all our questions.

We had a very pleasant stay at the Whitney. The staff was helpful and friendly. The room was more than what we could ask for and the price was great.

Comfortable rooms and plenty of space for a family of four.

located in the very nice quiet neighborhood. was very easy to get around to everything we needed. the staff was very friendly and helpful. would stay there again.

The room was so comfy. We stayed for several days. The rooms were nice, bed was great. The staff was very friendly from the cleaning staff to the young lady at the front desk.

the bathrooms could be cleanerthe rugs need a deep cleanering other then that it was alright

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only a minor issue. onr day housekeeping forgot to clean bathroom sink out. otherwise it was excellent.

The hotel room smelled of mold which was visible on the bathroom ceiling. There was dust on the furnitire. The shower curtain was lined with old soap scum in the bathroom. There was urine on the toilet base, and the refridgerator was not clean; there was spilled drink inside and old ketshup packages. The room was not vacummed or dusted during my 5 day stay; Chips (Cheetos) remained in the main doorway. The drapes and furniture were also visibly dirty/soiled and looked like they had not been washed in ages. It was a very unpleasant experience and I had to spray everyting with Lysol, however, they did us refund 2 days of our stay.

Loved it. The suites are very spacious, and ours even had its own washer and dryer! The breakfasts were great, and they even tried to vary them on different mornings. Staff was professional and helpful. Only negative is that there is no business center, but the lady at the front desk did her best to assist us with printing out something that we needed. Over, great hotel.

Staff were very friendly, breakfast very good, excellent for the price. Nice large room. I'll be back!

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When I booked this hotel I was not told that the hotel has been under renovation for the last year and has several months to go. I did not appreciate not knowing this.

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Room was old and could use a refreshing. Hotel smelled a little musty. We arrive late and doors were locked...could not ring front desk to let is in...had to wait for an exiting guest.

Outstanding, Friendly, Very Reasonable, Nice Folks, Hope No One Changes Anything There

Not enough bathroom towles or floor mats provided. Room could use a coat of paint. Found tiny little ants on the bathroom sink. Did not know if the dishes in the dishwasher were clean or dirty from the previous customer. Would be nice if the maids would post a note on the dishwasher indicating that it had been run and dishes should be clean. Breakfast provided was good and there was plenty to choose from. The rooms were very spacious and I would stay here again.

We have stayed here 3 times and I was a little hesitant the first time after having read some negative reviews. It is true that the furniture shows wear, the facility needs updating, and this time the lobby area did have a pet odor. Housekeeping could be improved. However, our beds have always been extremely clean and comfortable, bathrooms and kitchens have been clean, our suite was odor-free and the staff is very helpful and friendly. The size of the 2 b.r. suite, (having 2 bathrooms and a kitchen and a l.r., balcony, etc.) the breakfast, the price, and the proximity to U.S.C are our main reasons for staying here. We know what to expect, do not consider it a luxury hotel, (although the potential exists,) and it meets our needs.

I loved the location of this hotel, but it definitely needs a tune up. New bedding maybe and some renovations to the rooms need to be done. There was a corner of the living room in the one bedroom suite that looked rotted, from a water leak maybe. I will not stay here again, unless they improve the quality of the rooms. It has potential it's just not as nice as it could be.

Everything was great! The room was actually a suite with a living room and sofa and 2 TV's. We liked the popcorn machine and the free bottled water and the free passes to a nice gym.

Me and several girlfriends stayed here over st. patty's day weekend!! great hotel for the money loved having two sperate bedrooms plenty of room for throwing parties this was a great hotel and the limo service including with the hotel is great perfect for partying and the breakfast was wonderful each morning!!

Good price, location and comfortable!

We have stayed at The Whitney Hotel twice each year for 3-5 days during the last 6 years. In 2006 and 2007 there was a notable decline in the condition of the elevators, the upkeep of the corridors and rooms, the functioning of the appliances within the one and two bedroom suites, and the operation of the front desk and the service personnel. We are pleased that the management has initiated renovation of the hotel and has hired more responsive staff. For example, during our most recent visit (December 19-December 25) the interior of both elevators was renovated; the elevators themselves were replaced earlier in 2008. Now they both look good and function well. Our two bedroom unit on the fifth floor was newly painted just before we arrived; some mirrors were rehung but no paintings were present. The washer, dryer, refrigerator, etc functioned properly as did the internet service. On the evening of December 20 we were kept awake until 2 am by people partying on one or more balconies on the 7th floor. One of them apparently became sick on the elevator, and some of the remains of that incident were still visible at 10 am on Sunday morning. We were awakened at 6 am on Christmas morning by the fire alarm and had made it down three flights of stairs before the alarm stopped. No explanation was given for the alarm. This hotel is gradually improving its facilities and service. We hope that the rate of renovation of the hotel is maintained, if not increased.

We stated at The Whitney for several nights and were very satisfied. The location was perfect to downtown and in our case, USC graduation. The service was excellent. Everyone was so friendly and helpful. The suite was very spacious and had everything we needed. The fact that they allow pets is wonderful. Some features in the hotel are slightly dated, but that did not bother us in the least. I would definately recommend staying at The Whitney.

We stayed at the Whitney Hotel while attending my brother's graduation from Army boot camp at nearby Fort Jackson. The suite was absolutely enormous, with two large bedrooms, two full baths, a full kitchen (complete with pots & pans, silverware, and dishes), a nice balcony, a good sized living room, and a WASHER AND DRYER. Breakfast was very nice, with fresh scrambled eggs and bacon or sausage, plus fresh fruit, and the usual suspects: cereal, bagels, etc. The surrounding area was very nice, with several little stores and restaurants right across the street. Just a 5 minute drive to the downtown area. We're from Boston and Columbia is a very driveable city. The front desk always had bottles of water available for the taking, and they keep fresh coffee and tea ready at all hours in the breakfast room. Staff was very polite and bent over backwards to assist with directions. Add to all of this the free limo service from the airport and this hotel went WAY beyond our expectations and was an excellent value for the price. Highly, highly recommended!

More than what we expected. Good location, staff was very friendly. Would definitely stay again.

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Great location, takes pets, nice staff but desparately needs upgrading. The rugs are dirty, walls dirty, kitchen old and dirt. It's much to expensive for what it is but does accept pets and is in a nice location.

The two-room suite was very spacious--an apartment actually, with a full kitchen, two baths and two TVs. The paint needs attention, there was some mold on one of the bathroom ceilings, but overall I was very satisfied. It's in a great location with easy access to the State House and the U of South Carolina.

Needs Improvement. Furniture has been neglected and abused and needs to be replaced. The bedroom was tiny and there was no place to put luggage. Employees were very friendly and very helpful. Having a living area was nice, but overall decor was lacking and especially for the nightly rate I expected much, much more! There were 3 out of 4 light bulbs missing in bathroom and 1 out w light bulbs missing in hall fixture. Electrical cords and TV cable wires were run across walls for long distances and ugly.

I had already read the other reviews so I so prepared for the faults the others saw. One review I read said that the furniture was worn but I didn't see anything different than I would notice in another hotel room and I floor were in good condition. Another review I read said that it was a shady location. That is so not true. It is in a historic part of town and about 5-6 blocks away from 5-points. Highly desirable area to live in. The bed was so comfortable and the 2 bedroom room was so convenient since I was traveling with two small children. I will definately stay here again and will recommend this to anyone that is traveling to Columbia.

We stayed with the understanding that it was a 3.9 star rating. We wonder who rated this hotel? It was at best a 2.5 star. Very aged hotel, very strong smell of carpet fresh, holes in the hallway carpet and not the breakfast we were looking for! The room was clean and lots of room, but no TV in both of the bedrooms. It was more like a nice efficency apartment than a hotel room.

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Great sized room... very comfy beds. For the price I expected to have a nicer kitchen and more than 5 TV channels. The cribs we used were really old and gross. Stove was falling apart. They did not provide any kind of dish soap. It was a very clean hotel on the outside and the inside. The rooms were just a little outdated and not as nice I was expecting.

The Whitney's location on Devine street is excellent. The size and configuration of the suites are ideal. The biggest drawback is that the suites could use updating and a thorough cleaning. Because they include kitchens I feel major disinfecting between guests would be appropriate.

This Hotel used to be condos so EVERY room has two bedrooms, a spacious living area, kitchen with full size fridge, stove, microwave, utility room with washer dryer ironing board. A deal for the price. Standard Breakfast buffet. Worked out great for us and our corgi. We will return to this hotel when next in Columbia. There was some wear and tear on the rooms, some marks on wall stuff like that but hey my house isn't perfect either. Bed was comfortable, TV's worked, and High speed internet.

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