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WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

4.0 star property

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Studio Apartment | Private kitchen
55-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu
Lounge
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Lobby lounge

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
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
  • Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium One Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen

Premium One Bedroom Apartment

  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

One Bedroom Apartment with Den + Balcony

  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • 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

  • 104 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • 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

  • 89 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • 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

  • 89 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Three Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

  • 132 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Studio Apartment

Studio Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment

One Bedroom Apartment

  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

One Bedroom Apartment with Den

  • 74 sq m
  • 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

Premium One Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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55-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu

Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

  • 72 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Three Bedroom Apartment

  • 142 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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About this property

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

Aparthotel with a fitness center, a short walk to Merriweather Post Pavilion
This smoke-free aparthotel features a fitness center, self parking, and laundry facilities. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Guests will appreciate conveniences like a washer/dryer and a coffee/tea maker, while a TV with digital channels and Netflix provide a bit of entertainment. Housekeeping is available on request.
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. Televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a fitness center.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Merriweather Post Pavilion. Enjoy features like a gym, laundry facilities, and self parking (surcharge). This upscale aparthotel has 115 apartments. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in each apartment.
  • Each apartment offers a kitchen, a washer/dryer, and digital TV
  • Free WiFi
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, an elevator, and coworking space
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
  • 7 minutes by foot from Merriweather Post Pavilion and a 3-minute drive from The Mall in Columbia
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
As a guest of WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia, you'll find a fitness center, laundry facilities, and an elevator. The front desk is open around the clock. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Columbia aparthotel is smoke free.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Coworking space

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 27 kg per pet
  • 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.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Area rug in room
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (84 centimetre high)
  • Lift (76 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • 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 (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Mobile key entry

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Gym

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
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 60 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 35 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 119 per stay

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in information and smart lock details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. 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. At the property, quiet hours are enforced between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 530 out of 749 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 749 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 749 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 749 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 749 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love Placmakr
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tamara

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
I was disappointed because there was a full on video production shoot happening in the hallways with equipment and lots of staff associated blocking the hallways. No laundry detergent, no dish detergent or dishwasher detergent. The bedroom was so small and only had a small window that looked into the living room which was strange. In order to use the luggage dolly I would have to leave my license to assure that I would bring it back. The apartment leasing company is located in the lobby but the hotel check in is on a different floor so of course I greeted who I saw. However I didn't want to interrupt their conversation so I waited patiently however they ignored me and when I said excuse me after about 4 minutes of just standing there they annoyingly said that check in was on another floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Outstanding

Outstanding facility. Comfort, convenience, and plenty of amenities. Highly recommend and will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

jon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Amazing! Highly Recommend!

Everything about this stay was amazing!! The Staff was awesome and friendly! The room was comfortable and Very clean. One of the best hotel stays I have had. I will definitely be booking with them again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s nice to be able to get away and still have the amenities of an apartment.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property is up to date. There are plenty of restaurants and shopping that is walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

JENNIFER

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The rooms need better cleaning as well as proper body wash and shampoo because both are exactly the same
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yamaneika

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Perla

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The apartment was beautiful. The bedroom and bed were too small. And I think they need more ways to enter, the apartment I hot was far from the elevators.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

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

10/10 Excellent

Lidya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deserie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Terrelle

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My kids loved this place. They didn’t want to leave and see any of the area. I guess that means it was an absolute hit.

2/10 Terrible

Mutiat

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

LaVeta

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a good property with decent garage parking. It is very close to great dining options. Customer service was impeccable! During my stay the fire alarm went off for over an hour…we were not sure whether to evacuate or risk getting burned to a crisp…at the time i was soaking in the tub…so i had to get out. Otherwise it was overall a good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Thoai

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great weekend in Maryland

We had an amazing experience. The property is gorgeous and well kept. All residents stay on floor 5 and above, while renters stay on 4 and below. Love the safety precautions. You can use the elevator or get in a lot of doors without your key. If you return your key in the lock box, make sure you have someone hold the elevator as you can get back on without a key. I had to look for a maid to open it for me.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiva

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, parking on the floor of the room, kitchen was perfect for a short weekend stay, and great food near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Very Nice. Would stay again.

Very nice accommodations in n a very nice area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erasmo

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

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Booked thru hotel.com. No chk in instructions sent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lureatha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025