Zipping through the Capital of Southern Hospitality on a business trip or carefree vacation? Aloft Columbia Downtown offers easy breezy access to the entire area—but is light-years from all those run-of-the-mill hotels. Abuzz with the energy of discovery and interaction, this bold new lodging alternative will surely inspire you to explore the Congaree Vista, our bustling district that has been revitalized from warehouses and other industrial buildings.Stay and play awhile! Youll discover were close to numerous downtown businesses and the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. Tour the South Carolina State House or the University of South Carolina. Check out the exhibits at the South Carolina State Museum, the Columbia Museum of Art, or the EdVenture Childrens Museum. Enjoy the outdoors at the Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park, or admire the fauna and flora at the Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Garden. Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is only 8 miles away.Need local tips? Check out Aloft Columbia Downtowns in-touch kiosks in our re:mix(SM) lounge, for easy breezy Internet access to all that need-to-know info. Then ease on down the road and experience more of the Palmetto State. Stay in style in the Congaree Vista, a revitalized district with some of the citys best shopping, dining, and nightlife hotspots. Celebrate your style at Aloft Columbia Downtown, a hip new hotel in the always-buzzing Congaree Vista. We offer easy-breezy access to businesses, government offices, and cultural hotspots, as well as stunning natural beauty in and near the city.Meet & mingle with friends at our w xyz(SM) bar, grab a sweet, savory, or healthy snack from re:fuel by Aloft(SM), our 24/7 pantry, or play in our re:mix(SM) lounge. Plus, you can always stay connected with free hotel-wide wired and wireless High Speed Internet Access!Breeze into one of our Aloft rooms, featuring our ultra-comfortable signature bed, walk-in shower, custom amenities by Bliss® Spa, and more. Our plug & play connectivity station charges all your electronics and links to the 50 LCD TV to maximize work and play. Parking