The Whitney Hotel Columbia, Columbia ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

700 Woodrow St, Columbia, South Carolina, United States of America, 29205

The Whitney Hotel in Columbia, South Carolina, is housed in a former bank building recognized as a National Historic Landmark. Guests can experience a blend of historic architecture and modern amenities. The hotel is conveniently located in the heart of the Central Business District, ensuring easy access to local attractions and transportation. Its rich history and elegant design make it a noteworthy destination for both leisure and business travelers.

Location

The Whitney Hotel is strategically located near notable attractions, such as the South Carolina State House and the Congaree Vista. Its proximity to major venues like the Mercedes-Benz Superdome and Smoothie King Center enhances its appeal for event attendees. Convenient transportation options are available, with Columbia Metropolitan Airport just 12.5 miles away. Guests appreciate easy access to local public transit and other means of travel.

Rooms

Accommodations at The Whitney Hotel offer a variety of well-appointed options, including rooms and suites featuring granite counters and marble floors in the bathrooms. Each room is equipped with a large work desk and a Herman Miller ergonomic chair. Guests benefit from complimentary high-speed internet access, allowing for both relaxation and productivity. The spacious suites additionally provide sitting areas, making them suitable for longer stays or added comfort.

Eat & Drink

The Whitney Hotel offers guests convenient dining choices, including in-room coffee and complimentary bottles of artesian water. The knowledgeable front desk staff can provide local dining recommendations, ensuring guests experience the best culinary options in the area. The hotel atmosphere promotes a relaxing environment for meals, whether in-room or at nearby establishments. The historic setting of the hotel adds to the unique dining experience.

Leisure & Business

The hotel features a robust selection of amenities designed for both leisure and business guests. A fully equipped Business Center is available, complete with complimentary internet access. Fitness Center facilities allow guests to maintain their exercise routines while traveling. Flexible meeting spaces provide an elegant backdrop for corporate events or special gatherings, accommodating various types of functions.

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City Center

Columbia 1.7 mi

Airports

Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) 10.7 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Rooms!

“The room was impressively spacious, allowing us to move around freely and feel completely at home.” view full review

Super Comfortable Bed

“The bed was incredibly comfortable, providing an excellent night's sleep after long days of exploring.” view full review

Cozy Atmosphere

“The living area was wonderfully inviting, perfect for relaxing and unwinding during our stay.” view full review

Luxurious Showers

“The shower pressure was outstanding, making each shower feel like a mini spa experience.” view full review

General

Wi-Fi
Elevator

Room features

Air conditioning
Balcony

Media

Television

Location

700 Woodrow St, Columbia, South Carolina, United States of America, 29205

Map view

700 Woodrow St, Columbia, South Carolina, United States of America, 29205

City landmarks

University

University of South Carolina

1.3 mi

Public Building

South Carolina State House

1.6 mi

Stadiums

Williams-Brice Stadium

1.9 mi

Hootie and the Blowfish Monument

3800 ft

Museums

Robert Mills House and Gardens

1.5 mi

Museums

Columbia Museum of Art

1.8 mi

Intersection of Greene St. and Harden St.

Five Points

4000 ft

Museums

South Carolina State Museum

2.4 mi

Amusement Park

Sims Park

1.2 mi

Columbia

Congaree Vista

4600 ft

Church

Incarnation Lutheran Church

2100 ft

Gallery

Row Gallery

2300 ft

Emily Douglas Park

2400 ft

Parks

Maxcy Gregg Park

1.5 mi

Church

Holy Trinity Church

2500 ft

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church

2800 ft

Museums

EdVenture Children's Museum

2.5 mi

816 Bull St College of Arts and Sciences

Mc Kissick Museums

1.2 mi

King Memorial Park

3000 ft

Stadiums

Colonial Life Arena

1.9 mi

Historic Site

Woodrow Wilson Family Home

1.4 mi

2002 Blossom St

Fit Columbia

3400 ft

Sarge Frye Field

1.4 mi

Gallery

Portfolio Art Gallery

3500 ft

Greene Street

Cocky Statue

1.3 mi

729 Saluda Ave

Drip

3700 ft

Night club

Speakeasy

3800 ft

Nearby

2732 Devine St

Just the Thing

600 ft

Edventure

1000 ft

Riverside Community Church

2000 ft

Restaurants

Burger Tavern 77

500 ft

2631 Devine St

The Devine Cinnamon Roll Deli

700 ft

2617 Devine St

City Limits Barbeque

400 ft

1330 Methodist Park Rd A

Mediterranean Tea Room

1000 ft

2601 Devine St

Blum Coffee

1100 ft

2824 Devine St

Cantina 76

1600 ft

2901 Devine Street

Il Giorgione

2000 ft

2406 Devine St

Za's

1900 ft

2930 Devine St

Za's on Devine

1900 ft

2930 Devine Street

Arabesque

2000 ft

2930 Devine St

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

72%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Convenient location

Friendly staff

Old furniture

Fire alarm issue

7.2/10

Very good

Rooms

7.0

Location

8.5

Service

7.0

Dining

6.8

David

United States of America, June 2024

7.4/10

My stay at the hotel was a pleasant experience overall. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff was very friendly and eager to please. The location was convenient, close to various areas in Columbia, and the dining options, though simple, were more than adequate to start the day. The facilities were fine, but there were some minor aspects that could be improved for a better value for money.

Rooms

7.0

The room I stayed in on the first floor was less than average for a wedding weekend, but it was more than adequate for my needs.

Service

8.0

The service was very pleasant and friendly. The staff seemed eager to please, and the front desk person was nice and very responsive to requests.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is convenient to the Shandon area, Five Points, and downtown Columbia. It is in a nice area and close to various key spots in the city.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience, while simple, was more than adequate to start the day out right. The breakfast buffet was fine and the packaged products offered were satisfying.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel facilities were okay, meeting basic needs. However, there is room for improvement in some areas to enhance the overall guest experience.

Brian

United States of America, April 2024

7.6/10

Staying at the hotel was convenient due to the spacious two-bedroom suite with a kitchen, but the furniture is old. The staff was friendly and helpful despite the issue with the fire alarm ringing for an hour at night. The location is fantastic, close to various areas, shops, and dining options.

Rooms

7.0

The suite met our needs well, with two separate bedrooms, a complete kitchen, and old furniture.

Service

8.0

The staff was extremely friendly and helpful, although we had an issue with the fire alarm ringing for an hour at night.

Location

9.0

The location is great, surrounded by cute shops and dining spots, with convenient access to different areas.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offered authentic Indian dishes but missed our expectations with timing issues.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel has nice public areas, but some areas with old TVs and furniture could use upgrading.

Convenient location

Old furniture

Richie

United Kingdom, February 2024

7.0/10

The hotel offers spacious two-bedroom suites with a kitchen, but they were terribly dirty and in less than average condition. While large, the rooms had holes in the walls, making it uncomfortable to walk around barefoot. The service was amazing, with young and eager staff who were courteous, helpful, and gracious. The location is convenient to the campus and nearby areas, with great public spaces and a cool bar across the street. The dining experience was simple but adequate, although breakfast started a bit late. Overall, the facilities were satisfactory.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms, although large, were terribly dirty and in less than average condition.

Service

9.0

The service was amazing with young and eager staff who were courteous, helpful, and gracious.

Location

8.0

The location is convenient to the campus, Shandon area, Five Points, and downtown Columbia, in a quiet neighborhood.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was adequate, although breakfast started a bit late.

Facilities

7.0

Overall, the facilities were satisfactory.

convenient location

dirty rooms

Philip

United Kingdom, January 2024

7.6/10

The hotel offers spacious rooms with a full kitchen and washer/dryer, although some renovations are needed. The service was helpful but slightly lacking in knowledge about certain deals. The location is convenient to Shandon area, Five Points, and downtown Columbia. The dining experience was just okay, with a decent selection for breakfast. Overall, a good option in a nice area.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are spacious, equipped with a full kitchen and washer/dryer.

Service

7.0

The service was helpful, though there were some knowledge gaps about deals.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is convenient to Shandon area, Five Points, and downtown Columbia.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was just okay with a decent selection for breakfast.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a variety of facilities suitable for a comfortable stay.

Henry

United Kingdom, December 2023

6.6/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were spacious with two bathrooms, which was great for our family gathering, but they felt extremely outdated. The service was lacking as the staff seemed unable to control a rowdy wedding party and appeared disorganized. The location, however, was convenient, near the Shandon area, Five Points, and downtown Columbia. The dining was simple but sufficient, offering a different main item every morning. Overall, the hotel had its ups and downs.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were large, clean, and had two bathrooms, which was perfect for our family gathering.

Service

5.0

The service was lacking as the staff seemed unable to control a rowdy wedding party and appeared disorganized.

Location

8.0

The location was convenient, near the Shandon area, Five Points, and downtown Columbia.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was simple but adequate, offering a different main item every morning.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were average overall.

spacious rooms

outdated rooms

Bernard

United Kingdom, September 2023

8.0/10

The hotel offers a spacious 2-bedroom suite, resembling an extended stay apartment. It was clean and included 2 bathrooms, but walking barefoot might not be the best idea. The price, even at full rate, was reasonable.

Rooms

8.0

The room was clean and comfortable, with 2 bathrooms and a spacious layout.

Service

7.0

The service was fantastic, except for an incident where the staff struggled to control a rowdy wedding party. Overall, the service was amazing.

Location

9.0

The location is excellent, especially for a suite, situated conveniently near Shandon area, Five Points, and downtown Columbia. The neighborhood is quiet and close to boutique shops.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was delightful, with a variety of main items served each morning. However, the timing of food coming out of the kitchen was slightly delayed.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides great facilities, with a commendable breakfast service and freshly baked bread, enhancing the dining experience.

Christopher

United States of America, August 2023

7.8/10

I found this hotel to be a great choice for accommodating families, especially with the spacious rooms that have full kitchens and full-sized appliances. However, the service seemed inexperienced and young. The location was convenient, close to Shandon area, Five Points, and downtown Columbia. The dining experience was simple but adequate, and the facilities were well-maintained.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms answered all our needs with full kitchens and full-sized appliances.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly and welcoming.

Location

9.0

The location is good, convenient to various areas in Columbia.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was simple but more than adequate.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and functional.

Geoffrey

United Kingdom, July 2023

6.8/10

My stay at the hotel was pleasant overall, with clean and comfortable rooms but needing some renovations. The service was friendly but lacked knowledge in certain areas. The location was convenient for exploring the city, and the dining experience was satisfactory. The facilities were decent, but there is room for improvement in some areas.

Rooms

7.0

The room felt more like an extended stay apartment with two bathrooms, although it could use some renovations. It was clean and served its purpose.

Service

6.0

The staff was helpful but seemed a bit unknowledgeable, especially regarding specific deals and room locations. They were friendly but lacked some crucial information.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was convenient for exploring the city, close to various attractions and dining options. It was a good base for my activities.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were adequate, offering typical breakfast items. While it was satisfactory, there could have been more variety in the menu.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, although there is room for improvement. The overall amenities met basic needs but did not stand out.

Brad

United States of America, June 2023

7.4/10

My stay at the hotel was quite interesting. The two-bedroom setup felt more like an extended stay apartment. Although the unit was in less than average condition, the non-smoking room was spacious and accommodating. The service was incredibly nice and attentive, with the staff being responsive without me even asking. The location is convenient to various areas like Shandon, Five Points, and downtown Columbia, making it ideal for exploring the city. The dining experience was adequate, offering a decent selection for breakfast. Overall, the facilities are satisfactory but could use some improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The non-smoking two-bedroom room felt more like an extended stay apartment, spacious but in less than average condition.

Service

9.0

The service was very nice and attentive, with the staff being responsive without me even asking for assistance.

Location

8.0

The location is convenient to various areas like Shandon, Five Points, and downtown Columbia, making it ideal for exploring the city.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was adequate, offering a decent selection for breakfast.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were satisfactory but could use some improvement.

Nicole

United States of America, June 2023

6.4/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel - the rooms were a bit outdated but came with a full kitchen and washer/dryer, which was convenient. However, the service was unprofessional and disorganized, with issues like the fire alarm ringing for an hour late at night. The location was great for accessing different parts of Columbia, but there were some noise disturbances due to the fire alarm.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were a bit outdated but complete with a sink, full kitchen, and washer/dryer, which was handy.

Service

5.0

The service was terribly unorganized and not professional, with issues like the fire alarm ringing late at night.

Location

8.0

The location was convenient for accessing Shandon area, Five Points, and downtown Columbia, but some noise disturbances occurred due to the fire alarm.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was average, with some delays in food service.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent overall, but the noise disturbance from the fire alarm affected the stay.

Convenient amenities

Unprofessional service