What is Downtown Columbia like?

Downtown Columbia is an historic neighbourhood known for its bar scene. Are you looking for Downtown Columbia travel tips? Make sure that you visit South Carolina State House and Columbia Museum of Art while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Columbia?

Based on our traveller data, Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Columbia. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from University of South Carolina, and it offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown and Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista .

How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown Columbia?

If you're searching for places to stay in Columbia, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 185 Downtown Columbia hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Columbia, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Downtown Columbia.

What can I see and do in this Columbia neighbourhood?

Explore Downtown Columbia's landmarks such as South Carolina State House, Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens and North Carolina Mutual Building and learn about the local history. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Columbia Museum of Art and Koger Center for the Arts are some other places worth a visit. African American History Monument, Columbia Regional Visitors Center and Town Theatre are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Columbia. When you're sightseeing in Columbia, Nathaniel J. Frederick House and The Big Apple are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Downtown Columbia and the greater Columbia area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Columbia Station.

The Best Hotels in Downtown Columbia, Columbia - 2026 Updated Prices

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1. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Downtown Columbia

Nicholas

Rp2.501.278 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and a view of the cityscape in the background.

2. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Downtown Columbia

Stacy

Rp2.344.984 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

3. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Downtown Columbia

Monique

Rp2.809.487 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a patterned carpet.

4. Marriott Columbia

Downtown Columbia

Lisa

Rp3.155.755 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

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

Downtown Columbia

Rp2.344.984 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

15. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

TIMOTHY

Rp2.506.627 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A rooftop bar with tables and chairs, overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

16. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Downtown Columbia

Kathleen lusardi

Rp1.925.210 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tiled walls and benches.

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

Rocsuniete

Rp2.197.122 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

An outdoor patio area with brick walls, a covered seating area, and a fire pit.

18. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Downtown Columbia

Mary

Rp2.262.221 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

Tameka

Rp2.064.143 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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

20. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Downtown Columbia

Lisa

Rp2.897.739 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Lantern Columbia	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 170 reviews	View
Hotel Trundle	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 153 reviews	View
The 1425 Inn	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 278 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 857 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Columbia

Find the best Downtown Columbia areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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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.

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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.

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Eau Claire

Travellers like the parks in Eau Claire, and Three Rivers Greenway is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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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.

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Shandon

While Shandon may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Township Auditorium and South Carolina State Fairgrounds.

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Top Downtown Columbia Hotel Reviews

Hotel Trundle

8/10 Good

"Excellent hotel! Beautiful darling suite!! *significant to note that this is a historical building. Wood floors are ORIGINAL, so they creek and squeak. Part of the charm, but if youre easily bothered…"

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is lovely. It is an old bank, refurbished into a hotel. It has lots of gray, calm-toned, and wood decoration. Overlooks downtown Columbia on Main and Washington streets. The rooms are compact. The bed is comfortable, and the bathroom has hot water. Coffee maker and mini-fridge in room. No microwave. This is my second review and this hotel needs to provide microwaves! Starbucks on the lower level and bar on upper level. If food and entertainment are important, check out food and entertainment in the area before booking. Lots of free and paid entertainment. Think Soda City on Saturdays, Columbia Museum of Art, State Museum, Children's museum, Richland County Public Library, First Thursdays on Main, Finlay Park on the weekends, ... Well-stocked workout gym with towels, water, mats, television, treadmills, etc,...It needs yoga blocks, a Pilates ball, and Pilates wheel. Bring your exercise program on your cellphone or device. Front desk employees are extra friendly and helpful. I booked during an extra busy weekend-Latin Festival. Valet parking was an additional $32 plus tips. It was quick. However, cheaper parking options were available in downtown garages if willing to walk. Picking up the vehicle from valet parking took at least 45 minutes. It took a lon-n-n-n-n-g time, but valet seemed busy. The supervisor was extra helpful. I would book again. Eat out or order in if you want hot dinner food. If you like to exercise, walk downtown or workout in hotel gym."

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Our top choices for Downtown Columbia hotels

1. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

2. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

3. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

4. Marriott Columbia

5. The Lantern Columbia

6. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

7. Moxy Columbia Downtown

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG

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10. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

11. Hilton Columbia Center

12. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

13. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

14. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

15. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

16. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

18. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

20. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

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