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Inn at USC

2.5 of 5
1619 Pendleton Street, Columbia, SC 29201
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Inn at USC
Ranked #17 of 94 hotels in Columbia
4.0 of 5 stars 64 Reviews
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Ypsilanti, Michigan
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

I was put up at the Inn at USC for an interview and although I was only able to spend the evening and morning there, it was a wonderful experience. Upon checking in, I was warmly greeted by the front desk agent and told about the breakfast and different accommodations within the hotel. The room itself was incredibly comfortable with... More

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Memphis, Tennessee
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Recently traveled to Columbia to check out USC with husband, son & granddaughter. This small boutique hotel was the perfect place. Lobby is beautiful, rooms comfortable, staff welcoming and helpful. The breakfast more than filled us up and offered many choices from fresh fruit, biscuits (sadly lacking was gravy) to fresh omelettes. Hotel is within walking distance of several restaurants.... More

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Manassas Park, Virginia
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

This property on USC's campus has plenty of southern charm and ambiance. The lobby was decorated beautifully and I loved the artwork throughout. I also loved the infused water and hot beverage service. My issue is that it is seriously due a deep cleaning and dusting. Nothing has changed in a year. There was still hair, lint, and dust caked... More

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Andrew Lucas, General Manager at Inn at USC, responded to this review
11 May 2012

We thank you for sharing all of your experiences. I will share your kind words with our associates. The full buffet breakfast is one of my personal favorites about the Inn. I was so sorry to hear that your room didn't not measure up to our standard at the Inn at USC. Even though our hotel was built around a... More

Oklahoma
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012

We stayed here last week expecting a much nicer room. The lobby is beautiful. Honestly, this is a room that should be priced around $75---we paid $150. It was a king with a small sleeper sofa. The decor was ho-hum and needs updating. The bathroom was so small it was like using a bathroom in a travel trailer. Apparently there... More

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Oxford, Ohio
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

The staff at the reception desk is rude and unprofessional. They give you wrong information, the internet works only some hours per day. And they make you wait until 3 PM to give you a room even if you arrived at 12. It is a pity that such a nice place offers such a bad service. More

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Andrew Lucas, General Manager at Inn at USC, responded to this review
17 April 2012

Thank you so much for your comments. As the new General Manager, I need feedback from guests like you to help customize our service. I understand how frustrating it can be to arrive at 12 and have to wait for a room. With our many different Suites and variety of room types it makes it difficult to have particular rooms... More

Leeds, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2012

We spent two nights at this hotel between 9th March 2012 and 11th March 2012. 3 of us shared a room with 2 double beds in it. When we first arrived the hotel we were very impressed and it did not disappoint! The hotel is close to the University of South Carolina and general amenities. They have good amount of... More

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Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2012

The inn has so much potential, but falls flat. Filthy rugs, windows that are sealed shut, lots of cloying air freshener (and no fresh air).The service is above average, the building and facilities nice. Really a shame. Columbia could really use a good place and this with some change could be it. For now, though, I wouldn't recommend. More

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Plano, Texas
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28 reviews 28 reviews
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2012
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If you're visiting or doing business at the Univ. of SC, you can't beat this hotel. Very reasonable rates, rooms that are nothing fancy (but VERY clean and well-appointed) and a perfect location. The lobby is done up like an old Southern home. Don't miss the library which is downright charming. Fitness center is decent, service is very nice (as... More

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Andrew Lucas, General Manager at Inn at USC, responded to this review
17 February 2012

Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review about your recent stay at the Inn at USC! As you mentioned, the lobby of the hotel is a 101 year old home that we converted into public space and guest rooms. We hope that it gives our guests the feeling that they are staying in someone's home.... More

Atlanta, Georgia
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012
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We stayed here Jan. 27 & 28 while visiting our daughter and her boyfriend who live close by in Cayce, SC. I booked a King Suite for $143/night, the web rate. While this is a charming and well-done renovation of an older home, and very comfortable and scrupulously clean. it is not a super-luxurious inn, just very nice and comfortable.... More

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Andrew Lucas, General Manager at Inn at USC, responded to this review
31 January 2012

Thank you so much for taking the time to write of review of your recent stay at the Inn at USC! I'm happy that you enjoyed your time with us and found the accomodations to be comfortable. We want you to feel like you're staying at the home of a friend. We hope to see you again soon! And yes,... More

PA
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2012

Through the four years our son was at USC we stayed at the Inn whenever we got the chance. Wonderful service, very nice rooms and an outstanding breakfast! Being able to park and walk around the campus and surrounding area is very convenient. We were able to reserve a room for graduation weekend two years prior and lock in the... More

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Andrew Lucas, General Manager at Inn at USC, responded to this review
31 January 2012

Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review of your stay at the Inn at USC! As you mentioned, we are just steps away from campus and the perfect location for anyone visiting USC. Congratulations on your son's graduation! We hope that you find the time to return to Columbia for future visits. Diane Keally General... More

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1619 Pendleton Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Price range (per night):* RM418 - 694

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