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WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

Aparthotel with a fitness centre, a short walk to Merriweather Post Pavilion

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is CA $175
CA $198 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3

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6200 Valencia Ln, Columbia, MD, 21044
  • Merriweather Post Pavilion
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • The Mall in Columbia
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Blandair Regional Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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Premium One Bedroom Apartment

  • 681 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment with Den + Balcony

  • 547 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Premium Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

  • 1119 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium 2 Bedroom Apartment with Den + Balcony

  • 961 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Premium Two Bedroom Apartment

  • 961 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Three Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

  • 1425 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Studio Apartment

  • 514 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment

  • 547 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment with Den

  • 801 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium One Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

  • 633 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

  • 780 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Three Bedroom Apartment

  • 1524 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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About the area

Columbia

Located in Town Center, WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia is in a walkable area in Columbia with great shopping. Montpelier Mansion and Abraham Hall are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bowlero Columbia and Clark's Elioak Farm. Hyper Kidz and TagParty RECON are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Merriweather Post Pavilion - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Mall in Columbia - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Blandair Regional Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Howard County General Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Maryland Live Casino - 18 min drive - 19.8 km

Getting around

  • Annapolis Junction Savage Station - 12 min drive
  • Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Food Court - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Café Nordstrom - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Seasons 52 - ‬18 min walk

About this property

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

Aparthotel with a fitness centre, a short walk to Merriweather Post Pavilion
A fitness centre and self parking are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. For a bit of entertainment, a TV comes with digital channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences, such as a washer/dryer and a coffee/tea maker.
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia offers 115 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Accommodation at this 4-star aparthotel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Digital televisions are provided.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a fitness centre.

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are required to download the property's Salto mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: USD 35 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia?

Self-parking is available for USD 35 per night.

What time is check-in at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia located?

Located in Town Center, this aparthotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Merriweather Post Pavilion and The Mall in Columbia. Wilde Lake High School and Howard County General Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 498 out of 706 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 706 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 706 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 706 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 706 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

8.8/10

Communication

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karisa-ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, modern building in a safe area.
Stayed 28 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good place to stay. Very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Family weekend

It was really nice and quiet comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was beautiful, clean and spacious. Parking was expensive for the most convenient access, but I did not mind the short walk to my car in the morning, to wake up. The night it snowed was beautiful but noisy once they started to clear it. My neighbor directly above me was a little heavy footed, but luckily did not move around too much. Bathroom was gorgeous and loved all the space with multiple closets. Would stay again, but would have liked the ability to pay for parking prior to check in. It was a little confusing trying to find parking for check in and the check in room access itself is not convenient for out of office hours.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Good times

Ashley was wonderful helped me with my check in
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Best Hotel Stay ever!!

This was my second time staying here. I am well pleased. Honestly will be my go to for work whenever I need to stay in Columbia, MD.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, nice studio with kitchenette with full size stove and oven and fridge, as well as washer and dryer.Did not have a table to eat at, though, only a small desk next to the bed. Overall a great deal. Had access to a nicer gym also with good machines, a squat rack, and cardio/tabata room. Parking garage was great but cost $35 per night extra.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Won

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Floyd is an excellent agent, professional, kind and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawante'

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Girls Night

Our stay was great. Lots of restaurants in walking distance. Parking was conveniently located on the same floor so we didn’t have to travel far with our belongings. We had a three bedroom two bath unit. The reservation was for one night but you can easily stay comfortably for a long period of time. The building was very quiet during our stay and most people are just going about their day. Definitely make sure to check your email the day of for the instructions you need to check in. This will help out a lot when you arrive.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The stay was wonderful. The room was clean and tidy. It was confusing finding the hotel as it is part of the Marlow apartments and someone leaving the building helped guide me to check in as I was confused on where to go. I wasn’t aware parking was $35 prior to arrival. I wish utensils were already available in the room or atleast a note saying if you need utensils, please call guest services between certain hours as they are not always available. Overall, I would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Samone

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We liked the apartment overall. It was modern with a nice kitchenette and large shower. The sofa was a little small and uncomfortable. There was random banging throughout the night from one of the apartments above us.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Gregory

The hotel is nice but it has significant issues when it comes to the fact that hot water only last for 2-3 minutes on average. Also you only get housekeeping if you stay longer than 1 week and you only get 1 housekeeping at that.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication

A different type of hotel..not for me

It's an interesting idea to have a hotel in a luxury apartment building, but as a business traveler this wasn't the right place for me. I had a few issues with my stay: 1. I didn't get the code to get into the building. I went through the phone tree to get to the emergency number and didn't get anyone. I waited 5 minutes then I was able to reach someone but he couldn't send the code to me. He eventually had to come get me. He was super nice but it was pretty clunky esp after a red eye flight 2. The iron had plastic burnt onto it and stained the shirt I was ironing for my business meeting. Housekeeping brought me another iron which also had green plastic on it. I had to scrape the hot plastic off with a towel 3. No blackout curtains, which are hotel standard. Pool emits a lot of light 4. I could hear a lot of hall sounds 5. No network TV 6. The chair was really low for the desk which made it hard to work 7. The room had really low lighting which made it hard to work in the evening 8. Lumpy pillow 9. Guests down the hall smoking marijuana and had a pretty intense pitbull--usually this type of dog isn't allowed in a hotel I thought the room was really clean and beautifully decorated. I enjoyed the little kitchenette and the mattress was comfortable. It would be great if you were staying with a family and needed a little apartment. Overall it was not for me though.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
I loved everything about the hotel my only concern was that parking is $35 or you have to find parking that is far away.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic stay. Great location. Dog friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deonta

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Won

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great time

Had a very nice time. Ashley at the front desk was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pierrot

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
The place is very nice and modern. Apartment style and felt very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025