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WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

4.0 star property
Aparthotel with a fitness center, 7-minute walk to Merriweather Post Pavilion

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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.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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Studio Apartment | 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
Private bathroom
  • 514 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment | 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
  • 547 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Premium One Bedroom Apartment

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

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

Premium One Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

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Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
  • 633 sq ft
  • 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
  • 801 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa 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
  • 780 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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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

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Three Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
  • 1524 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
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
  • Wilde Lake High School - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Blandair Regional Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Howard County General Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.7 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
  • ‪Dok Khao - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Uncle Julio's - ‬19 min walk

About this property

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia

Aparthotel with a fitness center, 7-minute 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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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

  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 is parking?

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).

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WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 552 out of 780 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 780 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 780 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 780 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 780 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent stay! Room was lean and the staff was very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved it! Great location, staff was super nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The apartment style room was the best stay we’ve ever had. The price was reasonable for the two nights. It had a washer dryer refrigerator full stove. Anything you could need. Probably the best place. I’ve stayed over the years. Outstanding customer service highly recommend them.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANDREA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
PROPERTY WAS JUST BEAUTIFUL!! SURROUNDINGS CLEAN AND MANY OPTIONS FOR DINING AND PRE GAMING BEFORE CONCERT. STAFF WAS VERY FRIENDLY AND EFFICIENT!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Floyd at checkin was absolutely amazing. Clean rooms and it's a quick walk to the concert venue! Thanks for a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice apartment. Plenty of space and things to do. Area was very clean. Should have stayed longer to enjoy it. Confusing on where it was, entry to the buildingand finding guests services. Keycard simplified that.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lots of restaurant within walking distance makes it a great location! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean well presented. Staff was friendly and helpful. Location was very ce tral to amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great establishment, clean rooms, and plenty of food options in close proximity.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiva

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Festival weekend stay

Amazing place to stay for attending an event at Merriweather Post. Lots of great restaurants to choose from...special hats off to DokKhao Thai...amazing food!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large one bedroom apartment, instead of a hotel room, was very comfortable.It's also feet away from a great Thai restaurant; waking to Merriweather was under 3 minutes. Safe parking garage. Easy check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and nearby good restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place was beautiful. It felt like a home away from home. My family will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

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

10/10 Excellent

Janea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
One of my favorite properties I’ve had the please of staying! The apartment rooms were very clean, the hotel had excellent communication, and was the perfect place to unwind after a day out or stay in! Can’t wait to stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

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

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed the accommodations. The apartment was spacious, clean, modern and comfortable. We will stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Very spacious. Check in was a little strange but the man helping us was very accommodating. Our check in time was 4 and we didn’t get our room until after 5
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

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

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Outstanding

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

10/10 Excellent

Adrain

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice people will stay there again whenever I m in Columbia!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The staff was friendly and helpful, amenities were great and the apartment was clean and accommodating!
Stayed 1 night 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

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay and staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024