The Best Hotels Closest to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden in Columbia - 2026 Updated Prices

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a TV.

A pool table with balls, a bar area, and a large TV screen.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bed, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, a built-in washer and dryer, and a view of the city.

1. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 2.8 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Brian

Rp2.260.286

Rp2.531.520 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a decorative wall with geometric patterns.

An outdoor patio with a bar area, seating, and a grill station.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a mix of brick and glass facades, and a prominent entrance with a covered walkway.

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a wall-mounted TV.

2. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 2.8 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Andrew Thomas

Rp1.746.584

Rp1.956.175 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, hanging chairs, and a table with chairs.

A breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items and a sign reading "TOP IT BREAKFAST".

A modern cafe with a central display of snacks and beverages, a seating area with sofas, and a ceiling with unique lighting fixtures.

3. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

0.7 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Kim

Rp1.746.584

Rp1.991.107 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A building entrance with a stone facade, large glass doors, and a wooden archway.

A spacious indoor area with a large gray sofa, multiple tables, chairs, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a sectional sofa.

4. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 2.1 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Mingkang

Rp2.720.648

Rp3.047.127 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a variety of bottles.

A pool table in a modern indoor setting with large windows, a patterned rug, and bar stools.

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, round tables, and artwork on the walls.

5. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 3.2 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Robert

Rp2.114.767

Rp2.410.833 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern interior with a reception desk, a bench, and a wall with a bulletin board.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A delivery drop area with a wooden shelf holding bags and a locker area with numbered lockers.

A modern kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a sink, and a microwave.

6. LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone

0.7 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Robertson

Rp2.040.128

Rp2.325.747 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden stools, and a curved seating arrangement.

A modern kitchen with a wooden bar area, bar stools, and built-in appliances.

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a TV, and a large mirror.

7. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 2.7 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

James

Rp2.266.908

Rp2.587.902 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern dining area with a central island, multiple seating options, and pendant lighting.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.

A reception desk with a wooden finish and a modern design, featuring a large circular artwork on the wall behind it.

A hotel with a modern facade, a well-lit entrance, and an American flag.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 2.4 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Tameka

Rp1.861.496

Rp2.084.875 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, a fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, seating, and artwork on the walls.

A modern, well-lit room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a TV on a wooden stand.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table with a chair, a TV, a desk, and a bathroom area.

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbia

1.1 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Charlotte

Rp1.746.584

Rp1.991.107 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern lobby with a staircase, seating area, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a mirror.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a black refrigerator, and a white countertop.

A reception area with green walls, wooden chairs, a counter with coffee machines, and a framed picture on the wall.

10. Extended Stay America Suites Columbia Greystone

0.6 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Judy

Rp1.530.203

Rp1.713.827 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A wooden deck with wicker furniture, including two chairs and a sofa, surrounded by lush greenery.

A hotel room with two single beds, a window with blinds, a wall-mounted artwork, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in dishwasher, and a large island.

11. Columbia Duet Unit B

2.5 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Rp3.463.814

Rp15.459.753 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a lamp. There is a plant on a shelf and a TV mounted on the wall.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a bedside table with a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, fireplace, TV, and a dining area in the background.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a dishwasher, a coffee maker, and a window with blinds.

12. Columbia Duet - 2 Units

2.5 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Rp6.800.904

Rp26.509.794 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A reception area with a 'WELCOME' sign, a desk, two chairs, a lamp, and a QR code on the floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A multi-story hotel with a central atrium, balconies on the upper floors, and a parking lot with several cars.

A two-story motel with a parking lot, a blue car, and a tree in the foreground.

13. Extended Stay America Suites Columbia West Interstate 126

0.7 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Willie

Rp1.159.855

Rp1.299.037 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A spacious indoor area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a seating area with sofas and a TV.

A modern building with a brick facade, large windows, and outdoor exercise equipment.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a decorative partition, and a visible kitchen area.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

14. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Vista, 3.6 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Theresa

Rp2.819.092

Rp3.157.384 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel with a flat roof, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance with a covered area.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Palmetto State" sign, a wooden accent wall, a minibar, and a digital kiosk.

A modern kitchen area with a long counter, various food items, and a chalkboard with food-related drawings.

A modern hotel lobby with a large dining table, multiple seating areas, and a large screen wall.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Lexington Columbia

9.2 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Jean

Rp2.124.253

Rp2.357.921 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A two-story house with a porch, a small balcony, and a gabled roof.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wooden dresser, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A spacious living area with a staircase, a dining area, and a hallway leading to another room.

16. The 1425 Inn

Downtown Columbia, 3.6 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Mary

Rp2.295.168

Rp3.072.049 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, seating, and a covered area with lights.

A modern reception area with a large digital display, a counter, and vending machines.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a white countertop, and various kitchen appliances.

A hotel room with a modern design, featuring a large bed, a desk, and a seating area with a tray table.

17. Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson

11.9 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Leslie

Rp1.716.872

Rp1.922.897 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A two-story brick house with a porch, a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

A bar area with a coffee machine, stools, and a menu board.

A well-lit living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a staircase leading to an upper level.

An outdoor patio area with brick buildings, tables, chairs, and umbrellas.

18. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

University Hill, 4.5 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Linda

Rp2.647.615

Rp3.018.282 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a television.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows allowing natural light.

A modern dining area with marble tables and cushioned chairs, a central chandelier, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern hotel room with a sectional sofa, a small table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

19. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 3.4 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Jeanne

Rp2.276.753

Rp2.549.964 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bistro with a wooden counter, a menu board, and a refrigerated display.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a table, and chairs, and a covered section with a wooden ceiling.

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a well-lit entrance.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

20. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Cayce

8.9 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Kimey

Rp2.116.894

Rp2.349.753 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 161 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 937 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone	9.2 Wonderful 1,129 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 891 reviews	View

Top Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

8/10 Good

"The hotel is right next to a busy road. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast had variety of options to choose from. Room was clean."

Hotel Trundle

10/10 Excellent

"Great spot to stay."

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

10/10 Excellent

"I loved this hotel. I have stayed multiple times. Location is great, staff is friendly, room was very clean and quiet. Will definitely come back whenever I am in town for work. I love that there is a restaurant and bar in the lobby so if I am too busy to go out I can grab a quick bite or drink to take to the room."

Extended Stay America Suites Columbia West Interstate 126

8/10 Good

"The Staff makes up for the other issues. I rented a room for my elderly uncle while he waits for housing and they have went above and beyond; they listen and answer all questions."

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, well maintained property with friendly staff."

Hilton Columbia Center

8/10 Good

"Hilton is a great location to downtown and the university. Hotel is clean even during some construction. My only issues were the lack of signage when exiting the elevator onto your floor. Also our check in person did not explain the self parking very well."

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

10/10 Excellent

"This is my second time staying at the hotel and will definitely go back. It's a unique property, great rooms and bedding, water and coffee station outside the rooms. Worth the stop."

LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect for a quick visit to Columbia. Staff couldn’t have been friendlier. Bed was so comfy."

Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay. Close enough to downtown without being right in the middle of it."

Other attractions near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Riverbanks Botanical Garden

8.4/10 (65 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Riverbanks Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in West Columbia. Attend a sporting event while you're in the area or simply enjoy its bars.

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Columbia Marionette Theater

6.0/10 (5 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Columbia Marionette Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Workshop Theatre

Get tickets for a show at Workshop Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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West Columbia Riverwalk

8.2/10 (126 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at West Columbia Riverwalk, a lovely green space in West Columbia. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Richard Samuel Roberts House

You can learn about the history of Columbia with a visit to Richard Samuel Roberts House. While in this walkable area, you can savour the lively bars.

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Governor's Mansion

6.8/10 (6 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Columbia with a stop at Governor's Mansion. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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South Carolina State Museum

8.8/10 (110 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at South Carolina State Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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EdVenture Children's Museum

8.8/10 (46 reviews)

You can take time to visit EdVenture Children's Museum during your travels to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Riverbanks Zoo and Garden?

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is located in a welcoming area of Columbia known for its popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 11 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden?

Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. Other good choices within a short distance include Extended Stay America Suites Columbia West Interstate 126 and LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden?

Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.

What can I see and do near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden?

You'll want to browse the collections at South Carolina State Museum, Columbia Museum of Art and South Carolina Military Museum. First Baptist Church, South Carolina State House and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can watch performances at Koger Center for the Arts, Township Auditorium and Town Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.

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Our top choices for Riverbanks Zoo and Garden hotels

1. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

2. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

3. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

4. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

5. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

6. LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone

7. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbia

10. Extended Stay America Suites Columbia Greystone

11. Columbia Duet Unit B

12. Columbia Duet - 2 Units

13. Extended Stay America Suites Columbia West Interstate 126

14. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Lexington Columbia

16. The 1425 Inn

17. Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson

18. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

19. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

20. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Cayce

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Top Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Hotel Trundle

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Extended Stay America Suites Columbia West Interstate 126

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Hilton Columbia Center

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone

Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Other attractions near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Riverbanks Botanical Garden

Columbia Marionette Theater

Workshop Theatre

West Columbia Riverwalk

Richard Samuel Roberts House

Governor's Mansion

South Carolina State Museum

EdVenture Children's Museum

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