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A spacious bar area with high tables and chairs, a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a bar stocked with bottles.

A hotel room with a sofa, a green ottoman, a desk with a lamp, and a framed cityscape picture on the wall.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a fireplace.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a glass barrier, and a lifeguard chair.

1. Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East

2.9 km from Smith Lake Dam

Kevin

₩136,693

₩154,428 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A lobby with a reception desk, two sofas, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A modern restaurant with high tables and booths, large windows, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, a desk lamp, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A hotel room with a bed, a dining table with chairs, a sofa set, a small table, and a kitchenette.

2. Wingate by Wyndham - Columbia

2.9 km from Smith Lake Dam

Carlos

₩115,396

₩130,368 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern living room with grey sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There are framed pictures on the wall and a floor lamp.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, three pendant lights, framed artwork on the wall, and a small display case with pastries.

A large indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, a metal ladder, and lounge chairs around the perimeter.

3. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO

2.8 km from Smith Lake Dam

Susan

₩112,783

₩127,417 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a blue ceiling.

A hotel dining area with a long table, bar stools, a sofa, and a coffee station.

A treats display with various snacks and sweets, including popular brands like M&M's and Hershey's.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a well-lit entrance and a clear sign indicating the name and location.

4. Hampton Inn Columbia

2.9 km from Smith Lake Dam

Leonard

₩158,352

₩178,898 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

An outdoor patio with a barbecue grill, a dining table, and chairs.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A compact kitchen with dark cabinetry, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

5. Candlewood Suites Columbia East by IHG

3 km from Smith Lake Dam

Towanda

₩151,449

₩171,101 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a brick facade, and a well-lit exterior.

A hotel room with two desks, each with a laptop and a chair, and a small cabinet.

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other food items.

A large indoor swimming pool with multiple lanes, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

6. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbia Univ Area-Hwy 63 by IHG

3 km from Smith Lake Dam

Jennifer

₩152,790

₩173,378 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a carpeted floor.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a white countertop.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a television mounted on the wall.

7. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

2.9 km from Smith Lake Dam

Isabelle

₩138,047

₩155,959 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a wooden side table, and abstract artwork on the wall.

An outdoor patio area with seating and tables, a stone wall, and a view of the city at night.

A modern lounge area with a large sofa, dining tables, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern reception area with a wooden desk, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wall decorated with hexagonal patterns.

8. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia

3 km from Smith Lake Dam

Janet

₩135,567

₩153,157 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a sign indicating no diving allowed.

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

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a small table. There is a lamp, a bed, and a kitchenette with a sink and a microwave.

A conference room with long tables, chairs, and a carpeted floor.

9. Holiday Inn Columbia East by IHG

1.5 km from Smith Lake Dam

Tracy

₩167,533

₩194,967 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV mounted above a fireplace, two plaid armchairs, and a white coffee table.

A kitchen with a marble countertop, a refrigerator, and a pantry stocked with food items.

A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, television, sofa, and a small dining table.

A conference room with a long table, multiple chairs, a patterned rug, and framed artwork on the walls.

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbia

2.6 km from Smith Lake Dam

Bobbie

₩124,175

₩140,287 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate sitting area, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a large mirror.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a stationary bike.

A hotel room with a red accent wall, a framed world map, a white sofa, a desk with a lamp, and a door leading to another room.

A self-service breakfast bar with coffee machines, a microwave, and various food options.

11. Ramada by Wyndham Columbia

3.1 km from Smith Lake Dam

Andrew

₩84,919

₩95,937 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a television, and a fireplace.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a clock on the wall, and a sign indicating 'Quality by Choice Hotels'.

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

A restaurant with a counter, seating area, and large windows.

12. Quality Inn & Suites Columbia I-70

2.8 km from Smith Lake Dam

Nathan

₩90,468

₩102,206 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a central entrance.

A swimming pool with a stone pillar, a table with chairs, and a white chair near the pool.

A laundry room with a Speed Queen commercial washer, a notice sign, and a guest use only sign.

A fitness room with exercise equipment, a television, and a sign with exercise room rules.

13. Hotel Blu

2.7 km from Smith Lake Dam

Neal

₩70,464

₩79,607 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern lobby with a reception desk, marble flooring, a staircase, and seating area.

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

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, shower, and toilet.

A row of modern multi-story buildings with balconies, a parking lot, and a wooden fence.

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia Clark Lane

3.1 km from Smith Lake Dam

Deanna

₩87,117

₩98,429 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and granite countertop.

A multi-story building with a parking lot, numbered 3100, and several parked cars.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and sink.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a glass table with chairs, and a door leading outside.

15. Birch Hill Suites Columbia

2.8 km from Smith Lake Dam

Gary

₩88,444

₩99,919 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a TV, a mirror, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a large painting on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a changing room, and a door leading to another area.

A lobby with a reception desk, leather sofa, armchair, wooden side table, and a small rug.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

16. Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia East

1.8 km from Smith Lake Dam

Roy

₩69,961

₩79,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a glass wall offering a view of the city.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a bench.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.

17. Drury Inn & Suites Columbia Stadium Boulevard

9.8 km from Smith Lake Dam

SHERILYN

₩134,013

₩151,402 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a fire pit.

A sign for The Broadway hotel, a Doubletree by Hilton, with a water feature in front.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, red leather chairs, and a large mural on the wall.

A modern lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, seating areas, and a reception desk.

18. The Broadway Columbia - a DoubleTree by Hilton

5.6 km from Smith Lake Dam

Michelle

₩206,199

₩233,984 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A patio area with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a grill.

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a brick building with large windows.

A modern building with a 'park' sign, stone facade, and outdoor seating area.

A modern kitchen with built-in appliances, a wooden countertop, and a seating area with a chair.

19. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbia

5.7 km from Smith Lake Dam

Barb

₩158,043

₩180,130 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern office space with a meeting area featuring a large table and chairs, a purple accent wall, and a view through large windows.

A modern office space with a desk area, seating, and a hanging chair.

20. Tru By Hilton Columbia South

5.6 km from Smith Lake Dam

Kevin M.

₩119,792

₩136,532 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Smith Lake Dam

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East	9.6 Exceptional 1,673 reviews	View
Wingate by Wyndham - Columbia	9.0 Wonderful 1,263 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO	9.0 Wonderful 1,952 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Columbia	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Candlewood Suites Columbia East by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 660 reviews	View

Top Smith Lake Dam Hotel Reviews

Hotel Blu

10/10 Excellent

"It was hard to find, due to us looking for hotel blu, and not a hotel 6 ( the sign had not changed. But overall it was clean, and quiet."

Wingate by Wyndham - Columbia

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and helpful staff !"

Best Western Plus Columbia Inn

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and comfortable, the check in staff were really helpful, assisted with some internet issues so I could get work done! The breakfast was awesome and that coffee machine: amazing! The only knock is the outside noise, not as restful as it could be, but great stay overall!"

Baymont by Wyndham Columbia, MO

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very nice. Beds/pillows comfortable. Shower fantastic. It is close to the highway so if noise bothers you, might ask for room on opposite side. Hallways/main areas could use maintenance, updating, paint, new carpet. But rooms were great-have fridge and microwave. Breakfast was biscuit/gravy (would have been nice if plain gravy since vegetarian), eggs, waffles, cereal, fruit, yogurts, and pastries. Manager Heather was super helpful"

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay at Drury Hotels. Thought the food and drinks in the early evening was a nice touch. Breakfast was also good. Pet friendly. Would recommend."

Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia East

8/10 Good

"I am writing to share feedback regarding my recent 4-night stay at your property. Overall, my experience with your team was positive. There was plenty of parking, I was warmly greeted upon arrival, and every staff member I interacted with was helpful and friendly. However, I encountered significant cleanliness issues with my initial room. Due to exhaustion when I arrived, I used my own bedding and went straight to sleep. The next morning, I discovered roaches and mold in the bathroom and beneath the television area. When I brought this to the front desk's attention, the staff responded immediately and moved me to a new room without hesitation. The second room was clean, smelled fresh, and made the remainder of my stay comfortable. I would be open to staying with you again, provided the pest and mold issues in the initial room are addressed. I have photos of the conditions in the first room available if you would like to review them."

Holiday Inn Columbia East by IHG

8/10 Good

"The hotel itself was nice but our bathroom appeared to have some old water damage that was not well repaired"

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia

10/10 Excellent

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Residence Inn by Marriott Columbia

10/10 Excellent

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Other attractions near Smith Lake Dam

Stephens Lake Park

You can learn about the history of Columbia with a visit to Stephens Lake Park. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Liddell Dam

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Liddell Dam during your travels in Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Eastport Park

Explore the great outdoors at Eastport Park, a lovely green space in Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Lakeview Mall

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Lakeview Mall during your visit to Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Stephens College

8.0/10 (163 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Stephens College, during your travels in Columbia. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.

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Walters-Boone County Historic Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Walters-Boone County Historic Museum in Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Nifong Park

Nifong Park is just one of the places to see in Columbia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Ragtag Cinema

You can take time to visit Ragtag Cinema during your travels to Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Smith Lake Dam?

Smith Lake Dam is located in Columbia. Travelers like the surrounding area for its festivals, live music, and theater scene. You'll find 136 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Smith Lake Dam?

Holiday Inn Columbia East by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Smith Lake Dam. Other good options within 5 miles include Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East and Hotel Blu.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Smith Lake Dam?

Expedia has 136 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Smith Lake Dam.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Smith Lake Dam, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Smith Lake Dam.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Smith Lake Dam?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Smith Lake Dam, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Smith Lake Dam?

Attractions like Columbia Art League and Museum of Art and Archaeology highlight the local culture. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Philips Lake, Liddell Dam, and Eastport Park. If you've got some time to explore the area around Smith Lake Dam, you may want to make a stop by Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium, Mizzou Arena, and Ragtag Cinema.

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Our top choices for Smith Lake Dam hotels

1. Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East

2. Wingate by Wyndham - Columbia

3. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO

4. Hampton Inn Columbia

5. Candlewood Suites Columbia East by IHG

6. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbia Univ Area-Hwy 63 by IHG

7. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

8. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia

9. Holiday Inn Columbia East by IHG

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbia

11. Ramada by Wyndham Columbia

12. Quality Inn & Suites Columbia I-70

13. Hotel Blu

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia Clark Lane

15. Birch Hill Suites Columbia

16. Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia East

17. Drury Inn & Suites Columbia Stadium Boulevard

18. The Broadway Columbia - a DoubleTree by Hilton

19. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbia

20. Tru By Hilton Columbia South

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Top Smith Lake Dam Hotel Reviews

Hotel Blu

Wingate by Wyndham - Columbia

Best Western Plus Columbia Inn

Baymont by Wyndham Columbia, MO

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East

Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia East

Holiday Inn Columbia East by IHG

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia

Residence Inn by Marriott Columbia

Other attractions near Smith Lake Dam

Stephens Lake Park

Liddell Dam

Eastport Park

Lakeview Mall

Stephens College

Walters-Boone County Historic Museum

Nifong Park

Ragtag Cinema

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