Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good
Located close to University of South Carolina and Colonial Life Arena, Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC provides a firepit, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Garden Bar and Grill, the on-site restaurant. In addition to a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
The current price is ₩152,141
₩170,398 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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  • Free wired internet

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Downtown Columbia
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Parking available
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 948 reviews
The price is ₩132,297
₩148,173 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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About the neighborhood

Located in Columbia, Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC is in the city center. Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and Koger Center for the Arts are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Soda City Market and Columbia Place Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Colonial Life Arena or Williams Brice Stadium. Visit our Columbia travel guide
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1200 Pickens St., Columbia, SC, 29201

What's nearby

  • A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a prominent dome structure, and a well-lit street.
    University of South Carolina
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A large white building with a dome and columns, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
    South Carolina State House
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Township Auditorium
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Benedict College
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Colonial Life Arena
    4 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Columbia Station
    6 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • University of South Carolina Bookstore
    12 min walk
  • Cook-Out
    9 min walk
  • Knowledge Perk Coffee Company
    2 min walk
  • Halls Chophouse Columbia
    10 min walk
  • East Bay Deli
    13 min walk

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

  • Hotel near University of South Carolina
  • Close to Colonial Life Arena, Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC provides a firepit, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Garden Bar and Grill, the on-site restaurant. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center.
  • Additional perks include:
    • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
    • Express check-in, a computer station, and ATM/banking services
    • A front-desk safe, a banquet hall, and outdoor furniture
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 123 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 13 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Garden Bar and Grill

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (4,500 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 16.00 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 13.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Pool access available from noon to 8:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from noon–8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC?

As of Oct 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC on Oct 18, 2026 start from ₩152,141, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 13.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC located?

Located in Downtown Columbia, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, University of South Carolina, and Colonial Life Arena. Wilson House and South Carolina State House are also within 10 minutes. Columbia Station is 29 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.2

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 269 out of 564 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 564 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 564 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 564 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 564 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, good breakfast, staff was awesome and courteous
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay to visit Columbia.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Definitely an older property it is reasonably maintained. Good location for access to campus, which is why we stayed. Service at the hotel bar/restaurant not very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very c!San staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean beds were comfortable, staff friendly and dog friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was in excellent condition by cleanliness and had all type of amenities in the bathroom. I loved the environment. I will be going back again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and quite room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Overall decent stay. Clean rooms and bathrooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and t
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, lovely staff- nice lobby bar
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great accommodations. Easy welcoming check in
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was good place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious room, welcoming staff, very clean. Had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to Univ of SC. Easy parking. Clean, newer, modern hotel. Rooms were nice and there is an indoor pool, gym, and rec room. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were wonderful. Ladies would like better lighting in the bathroom. Hard to see when putting on makeup. Overall, it was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was very friendly. The room was clean and in good condition. Our room was in the street side so it was a bit noisy at night but overall good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff was amazing! The property was clean and convenient to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Every day here is absolutely wonderful!! the staff is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless. Staff was very courteous. Would book again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My biggest complaint is that there were bugs(roaches) in the first room we were assigned to. The staff was able to relocate swiftly after we notified them.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice clean convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a pleasant stay, and the location is convenient. The front desk staff is friendly, but my room was not ready at the stipulated check in time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was absolutely spotless. Wonderful service and delicious breakfast!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025