Axel's take: 6.6/10
Helpful staff and useful kitchens, but cleaning and maintenance make this a cautious pick. A budget extended-stay hotel with motel-style sections near Fort Jackson, scored for what it is.
This budget extended-stay hotel near I-20 and I-77 is a practical but uneven option for Fort Jackson visits. Kitchens, free parking and a complimentary breakfast give it useful basics, and Expedia guests repeatedly praise the breakfast and helpful staff. Expedia lists a 2024 remodel, but we'd treat this as functional accommodation rather than a reliably refreshed three-star hotel.
Recent reviews mix clean, comfortable stays with repeated complaints about dirty bathrooms or carpets, odors, water stains and worn rooms. HotelPlanner guests also report inconsistent housekeeping. Some rooms have exterior entrances, so confirm your room type and kitchen setup before booking. Booking.com and Expedia currently list the swimming pool as unavailable through December 31, 2026, despite the official site's pool advertising. It's worth considering for a short, budget-minded stay; we'd skip it for dependable cleanliness or a pool-focused family trip.
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Best for: budget-minded Fort Jackson visitors; travelers wanting kitchen facilities; short stays with a car
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Watch out for: inconsistent cleaning and room maintenance; some exterior-entry rooms; pool listed closed through December 31, 2026
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Location: Convenient highway access for Fort Jackson visits; better suited to drivers than downtown sightseeing on foot.
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Rooms: Kitchen-equipped accommodation is available, but layouts vary and recent guests report wear and water damage.
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Cleanliness: Many guests report clean bedding, but bathroom, carpet and odor complaints recur.
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Service: Friendly, helpful staff are a consistent strength, though individual experiences vary.
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Amenities: Complimentary breakfast, free parking, gym and laundry; booking sites currently list the pool as closed.
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Fees and surprises: Expedia lists a stay deposit and pet charges; Wyndham specifies free WiFi for Rewards members.
Axel's opinion of Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Columbia / Ft. Jackson, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · hotelplanner.com · Tripadvisor. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.