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Our top choices for Downtown Columbia hotels

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

1. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,262 reviews)
"Great location, clean rooms, friendly staff."
United States
Jeanne
The price is Rp2.276.753
Rp2.549.964 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
A multi-story hotel with a prominent Hilton sign, featuring a brick facade and multiple windows.

2. Hilton Columbia Center

Hilton Columbia Center
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"One of the nicest little pool areas downtown. Hidden gem. Great hotel."
United States
ryan
The price is Rp2.773.987
Rp3.106.865 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Hilton Columbia Center
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a patterned carpet.

3. Marriott Columbia

Marriott Columbia
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff were great and it’s very conveniently located"
United States
Aidan
The price is Rp3.740.891
Rp4.189.798 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Marriott Columbia
A modern living room with a blue cabinet, a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and patterned ottomans.

4. Hotel Trundle

Hotel Trundle
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great spot to stay."
United States
Nicolas
The price is Rp3.024.931
Rp3.387.924 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Trundle
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a decorative wall with geometric patterns.

5. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
2.5 star property
Downtown Columbia
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (944 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel"
United States
Andrew Thomas
The price is Rp1.790.616
Rp2.005.491 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
A rooftop bar with tables and chairs, overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

6. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very good experience"
United States
Charles
The price is Rp1.968.890
Rp2.205.155 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
A spacious indoor area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a seating area with sofas and a TV.

7. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Lantern Hotel Columbia
4.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (212 reviews)
"The rooms are spacious and clean. Coffee and tea stations throughout. Great on site bar and restaurant"
United States
Theresa
The price is Rp2.819.092
Rp3.157.384 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Lantern Hotel Columbia
An outdoor seating area with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and a view of the cityscape in the background.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"The location of this property is wonderful!"
United States
CHRISTINE
The price is Rp2.419.050
Rp2.709.336 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
A modern hotel room with a gray sectional sofa, a framed painting of a bridge, a wooden headboard, and a large window.

9. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"The property was very close downtown to everything that I needed lot of restaurants around the property overall was just great"
United States
Sandra
The price is Rp2.487.961
Rp2.786.516 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden stools, and a curved seating arrangement.

10. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, convenient location, and easy access off the express way."
United States
James
The price is Rp2.266.908
Rp2.587.903 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
A two-story brick house with a porch, a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

11. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
4.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Loved the Gamecock decor and location"
United States
Heather Massey
The price is Rp2.590.137
Rp2.952.755 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
A spacious indoor area with wooden flooring, multiple seating arrangements including tables and chairs, and large windows providing natural light.

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG
2.5 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (799 reviews)
"Really nice room. Front desk was awesome."
United States
Karla
The price is Rp2.058.385
Rp2.609.674 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG
An outdoor patio area with brick walls, a covered seating area, and a fire pit.

13. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
2.5 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel was always clean and staff was welcoming"
United States
Diana
The price is Rp2.188.855
Rp2.451.518 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
A rooftop lounge with a fire pit, seating area, and a view of the cityscape at sunset.

14. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Moxy Columbia Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (299 reviews)
"Great staff and lovely environment"
United States
mario
The price is Rp2.303.601
Rp2.580.033 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Moxy Columbia Downtown
A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a variety of bottles.

15. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (892 reviews)
"Location was great"
United States
Robert
The price is Rp2.266.908
Rp2.584.274 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a TV.

16. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (162 reviews)
"Great Place to stay"
United States
Brian
The price is Rp2.262.306
Rp2.533.782 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
A modern dining area with a central island, multiple seating options, and pendant lighting.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great room and amazing staff."
United States
Tameka
The price is Rp1.768.421
Rp1.980.632 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
A modern room with large windows, a green armchair, a brown chair, a small round table, and a potted plant.

18. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (826 reviews)
"Room was very clean, bed super comfortable, nice view of the city."
United States
Desiree
The price is Rp2.058.385
Rp2.305.392 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
A building entrance with a stone facade, large glass doors, and a wooden archway.

19. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Mingkang
The price is Rp2.559.557
Rp2.866.704 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, white sofas, and red umbrellas.

20. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
7.8 out of 10, Good, (563 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast, staff was awesome and courteous"
United States
melvina
The price is Rp2.040.128
Rp2.284.944 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC
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Where to stay in Downtown Columbia

Find the best Downtown Columbia areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a prominent dome structure, and a well-lit street.

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.

A cityscape with prominent government buildings, including a large white structure with columns and a dome, surrounded by smaller buildings and a mix of green spaces and urban development.

Rosewood

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

A cityscape with a prominent historic building surrounded by modern skyscrapers.

Seven Oaks

Seven Oaks is noteworthy for its coffee shops, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saluda Shoals Park and Three Rivers Greenway.

A cityscape with a prominent historic building with a dome, surrounded by modern skyscrapers and a mix of greenery.

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.

A cityscape with prominent government buildings, including a large white structure with columns and a dome, surrounded by smaller buildings and a mix of green spaces and urban development.

St. Andrews

St. Andrews is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Harbison State Forest and BTM Dutch Square Cinema 14 while you're in town.

Top Downtown Columbia Hotel Reviews

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

10/10 Excellent
"I loved the unique decor."
Nicole 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Frequently asked questions

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, Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Columbia. This hotel offers free breakfast and a fitness centre. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Hotel Trundle and Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC.
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 182 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, First Baptist Church and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens 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, North Carolina Mutual Building and Columbia Regional Visitors Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Columbia. When you're sightseeing in Columbia, Town Theatre and Nathaniel J. Frederick House 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.