2 stars

Budget Inn Express- Columbia

1601 Sunset Drive, Columbia, SC 29203, United States
Columbia, SC
See location+1 803 252 5000
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$86
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rate per night

4.4
Mediocre
based on 119 reviews
119 reviews

Overview

Located in Columbia, 1.9 miles from Robert Mills House and Gardens, Budget Inn Express provides rooms with air conditioning. The property is around 2.5 miles from Columbia Museum of Art, 3.4 miles from South Carolina State Museum and 3.4 miles from Colonial Life Arena. The property has room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. The rooms in the motel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. EdVenture Children's Museum is 3.4 miles from Budget Inn Express, while Mcintire Joint National Guard Base is 18 miles from the property. Columbia Metropolitan Airport is 10 miles away.
4.4
Mediocre rating
Based on 119 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Budget Inn Express- Columbia

  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • 24hr front desk
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Air-conditioned
  • Private parking
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Bathtub

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Dining

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Services and conveniences

  • Room service
  • 24hr front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available

Bathroom

  • Bathtub

Basics

  • Air-conditioned

Reviews of Budget Inn Express- Columbia

4.4
Mediocre
119 verified ratings
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Mediocre
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Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the comfortable beds and friendly staff, but many expressed dissatisfaction with the cleanliness of the rooms, issues with service, and the overall location of the hotel, which was described as unsafe or undesirable. The lack of breakfast and other amenities also contributed to negative experiences.
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Location2.5 out of 10
Service2 out of 10
Cleanliness1.5 out of 10
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2.0
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Anonymous, Nov 2015
Pros (+) Convenient to the hospital
Cons (-) Emergency trip to pick up son from hospital. Reserved 4 nights, checked out 2nd night when son was released early. Was charged full 4 nites. RIP OFF!!!

Location

1601 Sunset Drive, Columbia, SC 29203

What's nearby

  • Modjeska Monteith Simkins House1.1 mi
  • Seibels House & Gardens1.2 mi
  • Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens1.4 mi
  • Robert Mills Historic House and Park1.5 mi
  • Governor's Mansion1.5 mi
  • Woodrow Wilson Family Home1.6 mi
  • Columbia Museum of Art1.7 mi
  • Palmetto Building1.8 mi
  • Capitol Center2 mi
  • Trinity Episcopal Cathedral2 mi
  • South Carolina State House2.1 mi
  • South Carolina State Museum2.2 mi

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Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Essential information about Budget Inn Express- Columbia

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Most expensive month to stay with an average 3% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Budget Inn Express- Columbia

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Budget Inn Express- Columbia, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and September.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Budget Inn Express- Columbia, plan to stay on a Monday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Sunday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Budget Inn Express- Columbia was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $86, while the most expensive was $97.
  • How long should you stay at Budget Inn Express- Columbia? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at Budget Inn Express- Columbia

  • Where is Budget Inn Express- Columbia located?

    Budget Inn Express- Columbia is located at 1601 Sunset Drive, 2 miles from the center of Columbia. Modjeska Monteith Simkins House is the closest landmark to Budget Inn Express- Columbia.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Budget Inn Express- Columbia?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Budget Inn Express- Columbia.

  • Does Budget Inn Express- Columbia offer free parking?

    Yes, Budget Inn Express- Columbia offers free parking.

  • How far is Budget Inn Express- Columbia from the airport?

    Budget Inn Express- Columbia is 7.8 miles from Columbia Metropolitan. Budget Inn Express- Columbia is 57 miles from Union County.

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Distance to airport

5.4
2.0 mi
Columbia Metropolitan
7.8 mi

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