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Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Lantern Columbia	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 151 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 150 reviews	View
The 1425 Inn	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 277 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 822 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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Seven Oaks

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

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St. Andrews

Travelers come to St. Andrews for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Harbison State Forest and BTM Dutch Square Cinema 14 while you're in town.

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Top Downtown Columbia Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and tidy. Breakfast was great, omelets and make your own fresh waffles and then some! Parking was limited but we were provided with a ticket to park in a garage across the street."

Moxy Columbia Downtown

8/10 Good

"Had a great time! The rooftop lounge was very nice. It was very cool to have to check in at the bar. Great vibes and the food truck has good food. However we did not like not being able to call the front desk from the room and having to go to the second floor from the 11th floor to get our own set of towels from the “stash” closet. It’s a Marriott you guys can afford a room runner. Rooms are incredibly small and the coffee was terrible. But overall enjoyed our stay and will return!"

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

10/10 Excellent

"Very fun hotel. I"m not even a USC grad or fan and I thought all the details were really thoughtful and fun. The in house bar/restaurant was very solid after a long day on the road. There was an issue with their computers which made check in a bit of a pain but the staff did a great job communicating and helping and trying to sort it out. "

The Lantern Columbia

10/10 Excellent

"We loved this hotel. It was stylish and perfectly spotless. The staff couldn't have been friendlier or more willing to help with anything we needed. The location was great for accessing U of SC easily. The restaurant and coffee bar were great and we appreciated the coffee and water stations on each floor. I only had two minor issues. Housekeeping was very light. They dropped off new towels daily but didn't even clear old coffee or water cups from the nightstand. We requested full service on the fourth day, which they happily accommodated. The other issue to note is street noise from the live music venue late at night. It's no fault of their own, but definitely made it harder to sleep Thursday thru Saturday nights. To deal with this issue, next time I will request a room facing the back- then this hotel will be a perfect stay! We'll be back!"

Frequently asked questions

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 186 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, Columbia Urban League, 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.

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Our top choices for Downtown Columbia hotels

1. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

2. Marriott Columbia

3. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

4. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

5. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

6. The Lantern Columbia

7. Hilton Columbia Center

8. Hotel Trundle

9. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

10. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

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

12. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

13. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

14. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

15. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

16. Moxy Columbia Downtown

17. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

20. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

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Where to stay in Downtown Columbia

The Vista

Rosewood

Eau Claire

Seven Oaks

St. Andrews

Top Downtown Columbia Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

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