This Courtyard by Marriott Columbia hotel is located in the heart of South Carolina*s capital city - and the only local Courtyard with an ACTUAL Courtyard outdoor sitting area. Within ten minutes of Columbia*s wide array of business and leisure destinations, our hotel is within easy reach of downtown Columbia, the South Carolina State House, the University of South Carolina, and Columbia Metropolitan Airport. Designed for the business traveller, but certainly appropriate for a leisure getaway, we know what*s important to our customers-a well designed room with amenities and services designed for comfort and convenience. A steaming hot breakfast, complimentary high-speed internet access and Marriott*s hallmark service will ensure you*ll be on your way to a successful visit.All Courtyard by Marriott Hotels in the USA and Canada have a smoke-free policy that applies to guest rooms, restaurants, lounges, meeting rooms, public space and associate work areas. To accommodate the needs of smoking guests, hotels will have designated smoking areas outside of the property.