The Best Hotels Closest to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden in Columbia for 2026

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A reception area with a 'WELCOME' sign, a desk, two chairs, a lamp, and a QR code on the floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A multi-story hotel with a central atrium, balconies on the upper floors, and a parking lot with several cars.

A two-story motel with a parking lot, a blue car, and a tree in the foreground.

1. Extended Stay America Suites Columbia West Interstate 126

0.7 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Cheryl

₩96,582

₩108,169 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A clean, modern reception area with a coffee machine, a digital screen, and decorative flowers.

A reception area with a large number '6' on the wall, a flower vase, and a counter with a black and white design.

A laundry room with two white washing machines, a large stainless steel dryer, and a door leading to another room.

2. Motel 6 West Columbia, SC - Airport

5.8 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Terrie

₩81,724

₩88,266 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with a patterned rug, and a fireplace.

A clear blue pool with a metal ladder leading into the water.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area with various appliances, and a stone wall with a mounted TV.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, a parking lot, and landscaped areas with shrubs and flowers.

3. Lexington Expo Hotel by IHG

7.2 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Maria

₩149,424

₩165,860 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a central bar, and colorful wall art.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a desk with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a coffee maker, a microwave, a mini fridge, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A modern hotel with a sign reading "Best Western PLUS". It features a multi-story structure with large windows and a well-maintained lawn in front.

4. Best Western Plus Lexington Inn

15.2 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Martha

₩151,454

₩168,114 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a headboard with integrated lighting, a patterned curtain, and a door with a keycard lock.

A room with two red chairs, a floor lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a granite countertop, a stainless steel sink, and a built-in microwave.

A laundry facility with Whirlpool washers and dryers, a refrigerator, and a vending machine.

5. Studio 6 West Columbia, SC - Airport

5.8 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Latonya

₩89,235

₩96,373 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A hotel lobby with a brown sofa, a small table, a refrigerator stocked with snacks, a staircase with a green wall, and a dining area in the background.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a counter with a coffee machine, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a mirror.

6. Sleep Inn Columbia

Seven Oaks, 4.9 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Kristine

₩113,278

₩122,340 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden bookshelf, a large wall clock, a fireplace, and a staircase.

A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a coffee station, and a microwave.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking lot.

7. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia Airport, SC

6.6 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Michael

₩127,010

₩140,981 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

8. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Cayce I-26 Airport

6 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Rita

₩87,230

₩96,826 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A hotel reception desk with a 'Comfort Inn' sign, a digital screen, and a 'Welcome' mat.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a kitchen in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A Comfort Inn hotel with a clear entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

9. Comfort Inn Columbia West

St. Andrews, 3.6 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Tatyana

₩102,749

₩115,080 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, a wooden bench, and a modern design.

A modern reception area with a marble reception desk, two dark blue chairs, a neon sign, and a wooden slatted wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small armchair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

10. Quality Inn & Suites Columbia Harbison

11.6 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Winona O

₩106,412

₩119,182 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a painting on the wall.

A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and shower.

A white SUV parked in a multi-story parking garage with a visible license plate.

A motel with a central corridor and individual rooms on either side.

11. Executive Inn

3.6 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Laura

₩77,673

₩83,881 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A reception area with a stone mosaic wall, a wooden reception desk, and a counter with a green top. There are framed certificates on the wall and a vending machine to the right.

A living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a ceiling-mounted air conditioning unit.

A bathroom with a granite sink, a large mirror, a shower with a glass door, and a towel rack.

A hotel room with two beds, a green wall, and a blue curtain.

12. Quality Inn Columbia Airport

4.1 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Sarah

₩84,659

₩91,431 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bed, and a painting on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with seating, a coffee station, and a dining area.

A reception area with a large 'SOUTH CAROLINA' sign, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.

A lobby with a reception desk, two armchairs, a television, and a Coca-Cola vending machine.

13. Best Western Executive Inn & Suites

Seven Oaks, 4.6 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Cecilia

₩161,523

₩174,446 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern hotel with a flat roof, a central entrance, and a parking lot in front.

A reception desk with a blue wall and a leaf-shaped artwork above it.

A modern living room with a blue wall, a green sofa, two side tables, and a patterned rug.

A laundry facility with multiple washing machines and dryers, a blue wall, and a wooden floor.

14. Woodspring Suites Columbia - Irmo

13.6 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Kiarah

₩100,522

₩112,585 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A multi-story residential building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a kitchenette, and a large window.

15. MainStay Suites Columbia Harbison

11.6 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

mary ann

₩107,557

₩120,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a rug. There are picture frames on the wall and two lamps on side tables.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A reception area with a dark wooden reception desk, a green wall with a white branch design, and a sign for 'Sleep Inn'.

16. Sleep Inn Columbia Airport

6.5 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Nicole

₩109,406

₩127,668 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A bar area with wooden chairs, a counter with a computer, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

A spacious lobby with a tiled floor, striped armchairs, a blue ottoman, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a stone wall.

A lobby with a tiled floor, seating area with chairs and ottomans, a stone accent wall with a flat-screen TV, and a door marked "EXIT".

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a bathtub.

17. Clarion Inn Columbia Airport

4.2 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Kelsy

₩82,352

₩88,940 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a TV, and a radiator.

A Knights Inn with a stone facade, a red awning, and a signboard.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

A swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by lounge chairs and a covered area.

18. Knights Inn Columbia

Seven Oaks, 4.6 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Jeffrey

₩107,691

₩116,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.

A courtyard with artificial grass, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

A spacious lounge area with multiple seating arrangements, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a large window providing natural light.

A reception area with a Wyndham Garden sign, a reception desk, and a check-in counter.

19. Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson

13.7 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Spencer

₩106,118

₩118,846 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern kitchen with a long counter, wooden cabinets, and pendant lighting. There are multiple dining tables and chairs arranged for guests.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and a window with curtains.

A hotel corridor with a vending machine, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A bar area with a wooden counter and three stools, a large window with a view of greenery, and a blue wall.

20. Wingate by Wyndham Columbia/Fort Jackson

13.8 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Kenneth

₩85,457

₩95,712 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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Compare popular hotels close to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Extended Stay America Suites Columbia West Interstate 126	5.8 1,000 reviews	View
Motel 6 West Columbia, SC - Airport	7.6 Good 694 reviews	View
Lexington Expo Hotel by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Lexington Inn	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Studio 6 West Columbia, SC - Airport	7.6 Good 29 reviews	View

Top Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Hotel Reviews

Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbia

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean, bed was comfortable. Didn’t do much else but sleep and hit the road. Had functions to attend at Fort Jackson so was out most of the time. Breakfast and parking was good."

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was amazing! Very clean and staff very friendly."

Marriott Columbia

8/10 Good

"It was right downtown close to everything and easy access to all the local restaurants."

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was super clean and very comfortable. The staff was friendly, parking was easy and there were a lot of restaurants near the hotel. I would definitely stay here again."

The Lantern Columbia

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hotel. Would absolutely stay again"

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great Place to stay"

Extended Stay America Suites Columbia Greystone

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing place to stay. I’ll definitely rebook without a doubt!"

LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed our stay"

Other attractions near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Riverbanks Botanical Garden

8.4/10 (65 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Riverbanks Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in West Columbia. Attend a sporting event while you're in the area, or simply enjoy its bars.

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Columbia Marionette Theater

6.0/10 (5 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Columbia Marionette Theater, a theater with a story to tell in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Workshop Theatre

Enjoy a show at Workshop Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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West Columbia Riverwalk

8.2/10 (126 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at West Columbia Riverwalk, a lovely green space in West Columbia. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Richard Samuel Roberts House

You can learn about the history of Columbia with a visit to Richard Samuel Roberts House. While in this walkable area, you can savor the lively bars.

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Governor's Mansion

6.8/10 (6 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Columbia when you stop by Governor's Mansion. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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South Carolina State Museum

8.8/10 (110 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at South Carolina State Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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EdVenture Children's Museum

8.8/10 (46 reviews)

You can take time to visit EdVenture Children's Museum during your travels to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Riverbanks Zoo and Garden?

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is located in a welcoming area of Columbia known for its popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 10 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden?

Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. Other good choices close by include Extended Stay America Suites Columbia West Interstate 126 and LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone.

How many hotels will I find near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden?

Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, click here.

What can I see and do near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden?

You'll want to browse the collections at South Carolina State Museum, Columbia Museum of Art, and South Carolina Military Museum. South Carolina State House, Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens, and Williams Brice Stadium are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can watch performances at Koger Center for the Arts, Township Auditorium, and Columbia Marionette Theater if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Riverbanks Zoo and Garden hotels

1. Extended Stay America Suites Columbia West Interstate 126

2. Motel 6 West Columbia, SC - Airport

3. Lexington Expo Hotel by IHG

4. Best Western Plus Lexington Inn

5. Studio 6 West Columbia, SC - Airport

6. Sleep Inn Columbia

7. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia Airport, SC

8. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Cayce I-26 Airport

9. Comfort Inn Columbia West

10. Quality Inn & Suites Columbia Harbison

11. Executive Inn

12. Quality Inn Columbia Airport

13. Best Western Executive Inn & Suites

14. Woodspring Suites Columbia - Irmo

15. MainStay Suites Columbia Harbison

16. Sleep Inn Columbia Airport

17. Clarion Inn Columbia Airport

18. Knights Inn Columbia

19. Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson

20. Wingate by Wyndham Columbia/Fort Jackson

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Top Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Hotel Reviews

Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbia

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Marriott Columbia

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Lantern Columbia

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Extended Stay America Suites Columbia Greystone

LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone

Other attractions near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Riverbanks Botanical Garden

Columbia Marionette Theater

Workshop Theatre

West Columbia Riverwalk

Richard Samuel Roberts House

Governor's Mansion

South Carolina State Museum

EdVenture Children's Museum

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