University of South Carolina - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 11 min drive - 12.2 km
Township Auditorium - 11 min drive - 12.8 km
Colonial Life Arena - 11 min drive - 12.6 km
Getting around
Columbia Station - 9 min drive
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 18 min walk
McDonald's - 11 min walk
Rush's - 17 min walk
Cookout - 3 min drive
Taco Bell - 7 min walk
About this property
American Inn
Motel near University of South Carolina
American Inn provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Free self parking
A 24-hour front desk and a vending machine
Room features
All guestrooms at American Inn have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers
40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Microwave
Refrigerator
Conveniences
Vending machine
Guest services
24-hour front desk
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Accessibility
This property does not have elevators
More
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bed sheets
Heating (climate-controlled)
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels
Entertainment
40-inch flat-screen TV
Premium channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Free local calls
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
American Inn Columbia
American Inn Motel
American Inn Columbia
American Inn Motel Columbia
Frequently asked questions
Is American Inn pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at American Inn?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at American Inn?
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at American Inn?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is American Inn located?
Situated in Columbia, this motel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Three Rivers Greenway and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. University of South Carolina and Earlewood Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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American Inn Reviews
Reviews
6.2
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Simple hotel. Staff was nice. Hotel was clean. It was a bit dated. For the money, that's to be expected. Not much to look at in the area. Easy drive to food and drinks. Only 10 mins away from the stadium.
James
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
GF
6 May 2023
Disliked: Amenities
Convenient to food, shopping, and the Interstates (I-20 & I-26). Not a good place for more than 1 or 2 nights
GF
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
6/10 Okay
Katie
28 November 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Room was what is expected at this price point and location.
One thing to note - we booked a one king bed room that was said to sleep 3. In the photo there was an upholstered chair next to the bed which we assumed was a single fold out bed. Nope! Thankfully, as we were 2 adults and a 7 year old we all shared the bed with no issues, but the story would have been very different if it was 3 adults!
There was mold on the ceilings. Even after switch rooms. The smell of mold and mildew made me puke repeatedly. I tried to check out before attending my brother's army graduation and no body would answer the front desk. I called and no one answered. I checked out early because I couldn't stomach the place and now I can't get ahold of anyone for a refund. This place is horrible and needs closed down! It's a health hazard!!!157.00 for what? Making me sick? Stay away!
Lobby is blocked off & you only see staff thru a window & a small open slot underneath. Room was big & clean, but outside of motel was not as clean. After things got quiet about 10 P. M., everything was fine. Staff was courteous
James
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
2/10 Terrible
Patrick
26 March 2022
Well for one I paid for a hotel room.I in know way shape or form stayed in
The staff was very friendly, rooms very clean smelt good, a pleasant experience.
Debra
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
8/10 Good
LiLiane
5 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Concerning, but a good stay
It was a bit hidden. Area looks questionable, but overall, for a cheap one night place to stay, it was okay.
Free on site parking.
Microwave and fridge. I was going to put food in fridge, BUT it was not plugged in and had MOLD inside.
Not sure why there is a sheet over the couch. I did not want to find out either.
Bathroom had a smell.
The plus side is for the price and condition (my toom was not bad outside of the fridge), there was AC, and NO ROACHES OR BUGS in my room. Yay for that!!!
I was traveling solo. Was left alone by other guests.