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WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

4.0 star property
Aparthotel within walking distance of Merriweather Post Pavilion

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Studio Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Lobby lounge
55-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu
Lounge
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Located in Town Center, WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia offers a convenient retreat with modern comforts. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and enjoy the proximity to shopping while getting a great workout at the gym.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (8)

  • 115 smoke-free apartments
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchen
  • Television
  • Washer/dryer
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
  • Bathtub or shower

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Premium One Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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Dishwasher
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Separate bedroom
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Apartment with Den + Balcony

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Balcony or patio
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  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

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Balcony or patio
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Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
  • 104 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium 2 Bedroom Apartment with Den + Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
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Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
  • 89 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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55-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu

Premium Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
  • 89 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Three Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

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Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
  • 132 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Studio Apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Apartment

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

One Bedroom Apartment with Den

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium One Bedroom Apartment with Balcony | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Premium One Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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55-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu

Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
  • 72 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Three Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
  • 142 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
6200 Valencia Ln, Columbia, MD, 21044

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
  • Arundel Mills Mall - 18 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 16 min drive
  • Baltimore Washington Intl. Airport (BWI) - 23 min drive
  • College Park, MD (CGS) - 29 min drive
  • Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 35 min drive
  • Baltimore, MD (MTN-Martin State) - 43 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 53 min drive
  • Annapolis Junction Savage Station - 12 min drive
  • Jessup Station - 14 min drive
  • Laurel Park Station - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Busboys and Poets - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Takumi Japanese Bistro & Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Banditos Tacos & Tequila - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bark Social Columbia - ‬11 min walk

About this property

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Merriweather Post Pavilion. Apartments feature bonuses like kitchens and washers/dryers, along with free WiFi and Netflix. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Property size

    • 115 apartments
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • 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
    • Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 119 at check-out
    • This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
PETS

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 60 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (USD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (USD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with digital service
  • Netflix
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services
  • Foosball table

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry detergent

Work spaces

  • Coworking space

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet friendly
  • USD 100 per pet per stay
  • 2 total (up to 60 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Braille signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 30
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 33
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (with limits)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Mobile key entry
  • Front desk (limited hours)

Things to do

  • Fitness center

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 115 rooms

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • A damage deposit of USD 150 will be collected before check-in

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge of USD 119 per stay

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs USD 35 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
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.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia Columbia
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia Aparthotel
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia Aparthotel Columbia

Frequently asked questions

Does WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 60 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 35 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in is available.

What is there to do at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.

Does WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia have a kitchen or kitchenette?

Yes, there is a kitchen which also includes a coffee maker, a toaster, and cookware.

What's the area around WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia like?

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia is a short 7-minute walk from Merriweather Post Pavilion and 17 minutes' walk from The Mall in Columbia. Travelers love the aparthotel's prime location.

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