What is Downtown Columbia like?

Downtown Columbia is a historic neighborhood known for its bar scene. Are you looking for Downtown Columbia travel tips? Be sure to check out South Carolina State House and Columbia Museum of Art while you're in the neighborhood.

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

Based on our traveler 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 center. 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 accommodations to choose from.

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

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Downtown Columbia.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Columbia?

For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Downtown Columbia, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What can I see and do in this Columbia neighborhood?

Explore Downtown Columbia's landmarks like 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 neighborhood, 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.

Top Downtown Columbia Hotels

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Our top choices for Downtown Columbia hotels

1. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Downtown Columbia

Nicholas

₩195,274 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

2. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Downtown Columbia

Monique

₩219,357 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

3. Marriott Columbia

Downtown Columbia

Lisa

₩246,651 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

4. The Lantern Columbia

Downtown Columbia

Barbara

₩244,336 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

5. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Downtown Columbia

william

₩176,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

6. Hilton Columbia Center

Downtown Columbia

Karen

₩214,973 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

7. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Downtown Columbia

Katherine

₩196,466 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

8. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

Jason

₩151,373 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

The Darling Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

9. Hotel Trundle

Downtown Columbia

Keith

₩261,896 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

10. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Downtown Columbia

Stacy

₩183,283 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

Downtown Columbia

Danielle

₩201,942 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

12. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

TIMOTHY

₩195,892 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

13. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

Downtown Columbia

Vivian

₩213,694 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

14. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Downtown Columbia

Kathleen lusardi

₩150,472 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

15. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

Brenda

₩199,709 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

16. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Downtown Columbia

Mary

₩174,269 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

17. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

Robert

₩183,094 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

Rocsuniete

₩176,813 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

19. The 1425 Inn

Downtown Columbia

josh

₩238,221 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

20. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Downtown Columbia

Lisa

₩221,605 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Lantern Columbia	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 172 reviews	View
Hotel Trundle	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 153 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 860 reviews	View
The 1425 Inn	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 278 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Columbia

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

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The Vista

The Vista is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Colonial Life Arena or Koger Center for the Arts.

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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

Travelers 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

University Hill is well-liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like South Carolina State House and Township Auditorium.

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Shandon

While Shandon might 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

10/10 Excellent

"We loved this hotel."

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."

Marriott Columbia

10/10 Excellent

"I loved absolutely everything about my stay at this property. They made me feel welcomed from the moment I arrived! The food was delicious, the staff was warm and friendly starting with Christian at the front desk. My room was amazing, The bedding, those pillows and that shower has always been a staple to the Marriott Hotels. The pool was amazing, sitting at the bar sharing with others was so much fun after a day full of fun out on the town. The location was exactly where I needed to be. Great choice, great time, fabulous place!"

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Our top choices for Downtown Columbia hotels

1. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

2. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

3. Marriott Columbia

4. The Lantern Columbia

5. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

6. Hilton Columbia Center

7. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

8. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

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10. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

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

12. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

13. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

14. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

15. Moxy Columbia Downtown

16. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

17. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

19. The 1425 Inn

20. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

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