Aparthotel

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

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

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

Studio Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

55-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia sits in the heart of Town Center, offering a practical home base with modern amenities. Guests stay connected with in-room WiFi while enjoying easy access to shopping destinations and fitness facilities for an active, convenient stay.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Parking available
Pet friendly

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 29 - Oct 30

Tomorrow

Oct 30 - Oct 31

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 12 of 12 rooms

Studio Apartment

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

TV

Washer/dryer

Separate bedroom

514 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

One Bedroom Apartment

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

TV

Washer/dryer

Separate bedroom

547 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Premium One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

TV

Washer/dryer

Separate bedroom

681 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Premium One Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

TV

Washer/dryer

633 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

One Bedroom Apartment with Den

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

TV

Washer/dryer

Separate bedroom

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

Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

TV

Washer/dryer

780 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Premium Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

TV

Washer/dryer

2 bedrooms

961 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Premium Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

TV

Washer/dryer

1119 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Three Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

TV

Washer/dryer

1524 sq ft
3 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
3 Queen Beds

Three Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

TV

Washer/dryer

1425 sq ft
3 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
3 Queen Beds

One Bedroom Apartment with Den + Balcony

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

TV

Washer/dryer

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

Premium 2 Bedroom Apartment with Den + Balcony

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

TV

Washer/dryer

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

About the neighborhood

6200 Valencia Ln, Columbia, MD, 21044

What's nearby

Merriweather Post Pavilion - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
The Mall in Columbia - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Blandair Regional Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
Howard County General Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
Arundel Mills Mall - 18 min drive - 12.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Chick-fil-A - ‬18 min walk
‪Busboys and Poets - ‬1 min walk
‪Banditos Tacos & Tequila - ‬4 min walk
‪Takumi Japanese Bistro & Bar - ‬18 min walk
‪The Food Market - ‬13 min walk

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.

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Air conditioning

$106 nightly

Nov 9 - Nov 10

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the apartment: 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

Cleaning supplies
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Freezer
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
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
2 pets total (up to 60 lbs 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.
1 accessible parking space
Area rugs in public areas
Area rugs in room
Braille/raised signage
Elevator (30 inch wide door)
Front entrance ramp
Handrails in stairways (33 inches high)
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
Smoking not allowed

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total (up to 60 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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 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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 60 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of Oct 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia on Oct 30, 2025 start from $139.49, 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.

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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia located?

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