Lake Carolina Travel Guide
Columbia

Visit Lake Carolina
Stay near popular Lake Carolina attractions
Things to do

Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Lake Carolina

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
"I didn’t like this hotel and will never come back here. The bathroom is so, so tiny. I don’t understand why the footprint of the bathroom was sacrificed for a wardrobe, a fridge, and a microwave. Usually, these amenities are along the room's corridor so they don’t take away from the bathroom footprint. ..."
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
"I got a great time staying, most off all the bed are very comfortable"
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Sleep Inn Columbia

Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson
"Unfortunately, our stay was very disappointing. The room was not clean or properly maintained when we arrived. There was makeup on the pillows, and we even found a dirty thong behind the headboard, which was extremely concerning and unacceptable. The bathroom was also dirty, and the soap and shampoo ..."
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Lake Carolina

Downtown Columbia
Downtown Columbia is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to South Carolina State House and Columbia Museum of Art while you're in town.

The Vista
The Vista is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Colonial Life Arena and Koger Center for the Arts while in the area.

Rosewood
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rosewood and surrounding area, you can visit South Carolina State Fairgrounds and Williams Brice Stadium.

Eau Claire
Travellers like the parks in Eau Claire, and Three Rivers Greenway is a top attraction you might want to visit.
University Hill
Visitors to University Hill appreciate its restaurants. A visit to South Carolina State House and Township Auditorium might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.










