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WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

4.0 star property
4-star aparthotel near Merriweather Post Pavilion

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WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

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Studio Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Premium One Bedroom Apartment with Balcony | Balcony
Exterior
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
55-inch TV with digital channels

Overview of WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
6200 Valencia Ln, Columbia, MD, 21044
  • Popular LocationMerriweather Post Pavilion7 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Mall in Columbia17 min walk
  • Popular LocationHoward County General Hospital4 min drive
  • AirportBaltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall)23 min drive

Room options

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

Premium One Bedroom Apartment

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

One Bedroom Apartment with Den + Balcony

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium 2 Bedroom Apartment with Den + Balcony

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

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55-inch TV with digital channels

Premium Two Bedroom Apartment

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

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Three Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

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

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Studio Apartment | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Apartment

  • 514 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

One Bedroom Apartment

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

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

One Bedroom Apartment with Den

  • 801 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • 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

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

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55-inch TV with digital channels

Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

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

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Three Bedroom Apartment

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

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About the neighborhood

Columbia

Town Center stay.With a stay at this Town Center aparthotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Merriweather Post Pavilion and 2 miles (3 km) of The Mall in Columbia. Wilde Lake High School and Howard County General Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Merriweather Post Pavilion - 7 min walk
  • The Mall in Columbia - 17 min walk
  • Howard County General Hospital - 4 min drive
  • Blandair Regional Park - 6 min drive
  • Arundel Mills Mall - 19 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Food Court - 17 min walk
  • Uncle Julio's - 18 min walk
  • Café Nordstrom - 19 min walk
  • The Cheesecake Factory - 3 min drive
  • P.F. Chang's China Bistro - 20 min walk

About this property

Entire place

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

4-star aparthotel near Merriweather Post Pavilion
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia offers its guests a fitness center. The front desk is open around the clock. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Columbia aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 115 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia offers 115 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Digital television is provided.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with digital channels

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Fee: USD 100 per pet per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Mobile key entry

Things to do

  • Gym on site

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 units

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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 with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. Contactless check-in is available.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia to the airport?

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia is 11.8 mi (16-min drive) away from the Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia?

As of May 2, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia on May 9, 2024 start from $145.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia.

Does WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia offer free breakfast?

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel, but Maryland Live Casino (20-min drive) is nearby.

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

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

Is there free parking at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia?

Free parking is not available at this aparthotel. Self parking is available for USD 35 per night.

Does WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia have a pool?

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia does not have a pool.

Does WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this aparthotel.

How close is WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia to downtown Columbia?

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia is 0.7 mi away from Columbia.

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 279 out of 396 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 396 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 396 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 396 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 396 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Richard

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1. No curtains in the room and it was extremely bright with the shades closed 2. No extra blanks for the pull out bed 3. No local stations on the TV 4. Make check-in easier by providing a picture of the keypad, it just looks like a card reader 5. Fire alarm at 1am did not make for a restful night
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Martha

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I chose the property because of the location. The ad did not reveal it is a “pop up hotel. Only two floors were used as the hotel. I have some mobility issues and Eva’s first assigned to a unit with a deep tub and shower. I had reserved a studio unit. I was told none of the studio units had walk in showers. I expressed a concern and was assured the next day I would be moved into a unit with a walk in shower. When I went to the office the next day I was told o units were available. After I returned to the room and went online to discuss my situation a few minutes later nI received a message that a room had become available. Knowing that none of the studio units had walk in showers on my return visit I booked a one bedroom unit thinking this would eliminate the shower issue. Wrong!! After much discussion and finally talking to the manager I was assigned a one bedroom unit with a walk-in shower. The shower issue was big with me because I am 86 and the issue of falling is a big concern. I was very surprised that the hotel did not seem to have to comply with the American with disabilities act. There were no grab bars in the shower or any where in the hotel. Connecting to the internet was an issue during my second stay because the information was not posted as it had been on my previous stay. Also there was a fire alarm that proved to be false. Thank goodness because no information was posted in the room about an evacuation My internet connection was cut off early!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

rashawn

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Semere

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Hidden gem
Whyhotel by PlaceMakr is a hidden gem located inside a mixed use complex. I have been staying here at the hotel for 2 weeks now while searching for an apartment to rent. The hotel is apartment like located on the 4th and 5th floor at the Marlow apartment building - fully furnished rooms, refrigerator, a kitchen, dish washer, washer and dryer. If you have an EV, charging is free with 4 chargers on every floor in the parking garage. As a hotel guest, you have full access to the amenities at the Marlow: 24/7 gym, half a dozen office spaces with large screen monitors and TV for remote workers, game room, two high end espresso machines that make addictive gourmet drinks. I have asked the staff to give me a one bedroom apartment with a floor plan identical to an apartment I was considering to rent at the Marlow, which they gladly accommodated. Everyone in the office is friendly and very helpful. I highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Wonderful
We ended having to stay in the hotel for a month as we keep having delays on our new house renovation but our stay in WhyHotel was wonderful specially Rich Asante and Khalil Muhammad went the extra mile in making us feel at home and helping us on every little issues. The place is ultra modern and location super convenient, lots of restaurants and close to the Mall, shops and movies... Khalil and Rich made the number one difference and for sure they are an asset for the company. Thank you !!!
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

oscar a

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yuko, West New York

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel rooms are located in a new apartment complex. Everything is new and modern. Coworking space and conference rooms available on the first floor. The restaurants in the complex are very good. You’ll need a car to get around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Toby

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For some reason the fire alarms went off at 10:30 Monday or Tuesday night. Several went to their cars. When the alarms stopped, we returned to our rooms. No explanation was ever given for the event.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

rashawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonder Property
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024