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Sleep Inn Columbia

Sleep Inn Columbia offers free Wi-Fi, hot breakfast, and an exercise room. Conveniently located off I-20, close to Riverbanks Zoo and University of South Carolina.

1901 Rockland Rd, Columbia, SC 29210, United States View on map
7.6/10
Good Based on 628 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Accessible Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable and friendly stay with good value

Guests highlight a clean, comfortable environment with attentive staff and a complimentary breakfast, making this hotel a practical choice for convenient and affordable accommodations near Columbia’s main attractions.

Guests often praise

  • Comfortable beds and quiet rooms that promote restful stays.
  • Friendly, helpful, and accommodating staff, especially noted at check-in and breakfast service.
  • Good value for money, with affordable rates and complimentary breakfast appreciated by many.
  • Cleanliness of rooms and well-maintained facilities, including a functioning and adjustable shower.
  • Convenient parking and useful amenities like free Wi-Fi and an exercise room.

Worth knowing

  • Some guests mention a musty or strange smell in the hallways, though rooms generally smell fresh.
  • Bathrooms are noted to be smaller and occasionally less clean compared to expectations.
  • Noise from adjacent rooms or upstairs can be an issue, with occasional disturbances reported.
  • The hotel serves well for short stays or quick stops off the interstate rather than extended visits.
  • Not a luxury property—expect straightforward accommodations consistent with its mid-range rating.

Best for

  • Budget-conscious travelers seeking comfort and convenience near Columbia’s key sites.
  • Visitors looking for a pet-friendly, LGBTQ+ welcoming environment.
  • Road trippers needing easy access from I-20 with basic amenities and quick service.
  • Guests preferring a hotel with a hot breakfast included and practical facilities.
  • Families or solo travelers planning short stays near attractions like the Riverbanks Zoo and South Carolina State Museum.
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About this property

Welcome to Sleep Inn Columbia

Sleep Inn Columbia is a straightforward hotel located just off I-20 in Columbia, SC. Its convenient position places it approximately 4 miles from the Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, and within a 7-mile radius of both the University of South Carolina and the South Carolina State House, making it practical for visitors interested in these local attractions. The property is also about a 13-minute drive from Columbia Metropolitan Airport.

The hotel offers basic but functional amenities such as complimentary Wi-Fi, a hot breakfast, and an exercise room. Guest feedback highlights comfortable beds and generally clean rooms, though some have noted occasional issues like a musty smell in the hallways and smaller bathroom spaces. The staff has received positive remarks for friendliness and helpfulness, particularly mentioning front desk team members who enhance the guest experience.

Designed to be LGBTQ+ friendly, the Sleep Inn Columbia caters well to travelers seeking an accessible and accommodating stay without unnecessary frills. It provides good value for the price, especially for guests who prioritize location and straightforward services. Nearby accommodations include other mid-range options, giving visitors alternatives within a short distance.

Local attractions nearby offer a variety of things to do, such as visiting the Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, the South Carolina State Museum, and the Columbia Museum of Art, all highly rated and popular among visitors. This adds to the appeal for those looking to explore cultural and family-friendly destinations during their stay.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Air-conditioned
Business center
Kid-friendly
Fitness center
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pool
Pet-friendly
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

BS
Barry Smith Mar 30, 2026
10

Great hotel overall (8.0/10). Stayed 3 nights in March. Very nice room, with new or at least near new carpet. Great to see a property investing in itself, too many these days are going to wooden flooring (not a fan). Everything worked as it should. Comfy bed. Shower is very good, and one where you can actually control the water pressure (generally with a bath/shower combo you can control the temperature whereas the pressure is one-size-fits-all). TV was very good, with scrolling TV guides and lots of channels. Staff were great, Tom at check-in was very friendly. Breakfast was good (for context I'm satisfied with a bowl of cereal or some toast). Parking was good. I would definitely stay again, as for the price paid ($58 total per night) the value for money is tough to beat.

PM
Preston McCormick Mar 30, 2026
10

Comfortable bed pillows nice rooms staff friendly breakfast was really good. Rooms are quiet TV bathroom shower. Recommend staying.

MH
Matthew Hodges Mar 17, 2026
8.0

A great room for the price! Quick stop off the interstate. Lots of great places to eat that are open late, for those that are roadtripping late at night. Beth at the front desk was great. Super friendly and helpful. There was quite a line when we walked in, and she gave each guest top-notch customer service. Room itself was comfortable and clean. Room had a musty smell to it, but overall was a great value for what we paid.

CW
Cristell Wooten Feb 28, 2026
8.0

The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. The bathroom couldve been cleaner. The staff were nice. The hallways did have a weird smell and the people above us sounded like they were jumping off tge dresser to the floor. Decent stay for the price!

DG
DD Gamble Feb 09, 2026
10

This motel was wonderful. It was super clean, so all the rooms were fresh smelling, with none of that's musty leftover smell. There was a lovely breakfast buffet with great selection, and the staff was super accommodating and friendly. I will definitely make it my go to when i'm in columbia.

SY
SK Yeshwin Jan 27, 2026
8.0

My honest opinion, we paid about $75 abt a month back to book a room at this place to stay on Jan 2, 2026 for our 5-day road trip from Jersey City - Savannah GA and back. While it is a 2-star (or even a 1.5-star) place, the room was pretty neat and well maintained. Only issue that we had is that the bathroom was much smaller. If you don't expect too much at a place you want to rest, this place is great! On the other hand, the staff at the reception desk was great and friendly to talk to!

TM
Tegan McDermott Jan 19, 2026
8.0

Ms. Beth was working so hard early in the morning getting the breakfast ready and running the front counter. She picked up the slack from another shift and was so personable and friendly so early in the morning. A woman of many hats and we appreciated her working so hard for the guests.

HM
Hayley MC Jan 09, 2026
8.0

There is always room for improvement at any Sleep Inn but, this one was pretty nice. There is a weird smell in the halls; you'll forget about it & your room should smell nice so... I have no clue who helped me check-in (I can't remember) but, Tiffany Davis helped me check-out, told me where I can find my receipt, she gave me 2 bottles of water for me & my coworker when we left. Which we needed due to us being actors. Breakfast is normal, egg, sausage, breads... The water from the breakfast was VERY cold & delicious (I know how exciting but when you stay in as many hotels as I have for work then you know not all water is built the same.) Room can get real cold, thank you! Some hotels have awful air circulation, not this one.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Sleep Inn Columbia

Columbia, South Carolina, USA

Off I-20, this straightforward hotel is 4 miles from the Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, and 7 miles from both the University of South Carolina and the South Carolina State House.

  • Bush Independence West 3 min Walk
  • Bush Woodland West 11 min Walk
  • Bush Zimalcrest West 15 min Walk
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport 13 min Car · 1 hr 32 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in South Carolina. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Riverbanks Zoo & Garden 22,725 reviews

Riverbanks Zoo & Garden

500 Wildlife Pkwy, Columbia, SC 29210, United States

4.7 · Zoo
South Carolina State Museum 4,119 reviews

South Carolina State Museum

301 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201, United States

4.7 · Museum
Columbia Museum of Art 1,845 reviews

Columbia Museum of Art

1515 Main St, Columbia, SC 29201, United States

4.6 · Art Museum
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