The Best Hotels Closest to University of South Carolina in Columbia for 2026

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A modern living room with a blue cabinet, a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and patterned ottomans.

A hotel room with exposed brick walls, a large bed, a desk with a telephone, and a television on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a staircase with decorative railings.

A hotel named 'Hotel Trundle' with a brick facade, American and another flag, and potted plants in front.

1. Hotel Trundle

Downtown Columbia, 1.4 km from University of South Carolina

Wendy

₩194,512

₩217,853 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A spacious indoor area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a seating area with sofas and a TV.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A modern building with a brick facade, large windows, and outdoor exercise equipment.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a decorative partition, and a visible kitchen area.

2. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Vista, 0.9 km from University of South Carolina

Theresa

₩219,359

₩245,682 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a TV.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent vertical stripe pattern on the facade.

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, a built-in washer and dryer, and a view of the city.

3. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.8 km from University of South Carolina

Brian

₩170,992

₩191,510 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A two-story house with a porch, a small balcony, and a gabled roof.

A dining area with a round wooden table, a vase of flowers, a lamp, and a patterned rug.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wooden dresser, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A spacious living area with a staircase, a dining area, and a hallway leading to another room.

4. The 1425 Inn

Downtown Columbia, 1.9 km from University of South Carolina

Mary

₩174,309

₩233,130 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a television.

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

A modern dining area with marble tables and cushioned chairs, a central chandelier, and large windows providing natural light.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows allowing natural light.

5. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 1.1 km from University of South Carolina

Jeanne

₩166,821

₩186,839 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a decorative wall with geometric patterns.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a mix of brick and glass facades, and a prominent entrance with a covered walkway.

A modern retail space with shelves stocked with beverages, snacks, and other items.

An outdoor patio with a bar area, seating, and a grill station.

6. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.8 km from University of South Carolina

Laurel

₩158,277

₩177,271 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A two-story brick house with a porch, a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

An outdoor patio area with brick buildings, tables, chairs, and umbrellas.

A traditional library with a fireplace, leather seating, and a patterned rug.

A well-lit living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a staircase leading to an upper level.

7. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

University Hill, 0.6 km from University of South Carolina

Edward

₩203,693

₩232,209 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A building entrance with a stone facade, large glass doors, and a wooden archway.

A kitchen with a brick wall, wooden cabinets, a coffee machine, a waffle maker, and a large window with a view of trees.

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

A spacious indoor area with a large gray sofa, multiple tables, chairs, and a television mounted on the wall.

8. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 2.5 km from University of South Carolina

Mingkang

₩211,235

₩236,583 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a variety of bottles.

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A pool table in a modern indoor setting with large windows, a patterned rug, and bar stools.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, round tables, and artwork on the walls.

9. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.3 km from University of South Carolina

Robert

₩171,493

₩195,502 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor seating area with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and a view of the cityscape in the background.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television screen above the bar.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A modern indoor space with a curved reception desk, a refrigerated display case with beverages, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

10. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Downtown Columbia, 0.5 km from University of South Carolina

CHRISTINE

₩183,003

₩204,963 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a dining table with chairs, a microwave, and a blackboard on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a wooden reception desk, and a large wall art piece.

A self-service food display with various snacks, beverages, and prepared dishes.

A modern hotel lobby with a brick accent wall, a sofa with colorful cushions, a table with a lamp, and a reception desk in the background.

11. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina

Sandra

₩174,675

₩195,635 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A multi-story hotel with a prominent Hilton sign, featuring a brick facade and multiple windows.

A hotel room with a large TV, a glass desk, a sofa, and a view of a building through the window.

A modern living room with a dining table, blue chairs, a chandelier, a brick accent wall, and a television.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, marble flooring, and elegant furniture.

12. Hilton Columbia Center

The Vista, 0.9 km from University of South Carolina

ryan

₩190,260

₩213,091 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern room with large windows, a green armchair, a brown chair, a small round table, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, and a view of buildings through the windows.

A modern hotel entrance with a green sign, outdoor seating, and planters.

13. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina

jennifer

₩165,197

₩185,021 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor patio area with brick walls, a covered seating area, and a fire pit.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

The Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center with a modern architectural design, featuring large windows and a prominent entrance.

A modern bar area with a high ceiling, bar stools, and a central bar counter.

14. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

The Vista, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina

Diana

₩165,440

₩185,291 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious indoor area with wooden flooring, multiple seating arrangements including tables and chairs, and large windows providing natural light.

A brick wall with a plaque reading "University of South Carolina" and a pathway leading through a landscaped area with trees.

A modern building with large glass windows and a brick facade.

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, a patterned carpet, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

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

The Vista, 1.4 km from University of South Carolina

Karla

₩171,967

₩215,622 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden stools, and a curved seating arrangement.

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

A modern kitchen with a wooden bar area, bar stools, and built-in appliances.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a modern ceiling design.

16. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 1.7 km from University of South Carolina

James

₩183,003

₩208,915 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A rooftop lounge with a fire pit, seating area, and a view of the cityscape at sunset.

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and a mural of a cityscape.

A cozy room with a brick wall, a brown leather sofa, and shelves with various items.

A bar area with a check-in counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

17. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia, 0.9 km from University of South Carolina

Linda

₩168,175

₩188,357 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern dining area with a central island, multiple seating options, and pendant lighting.

A hotel with a modern facade, a well-lit entrance, and an American flag.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.

A reception desk with a wooden finish and a modern design, featuring a large circular artwork on the wall behind it.

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 2.1 km from University of South Carolina

Tameka

₩147,594

₩165,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a patterned carpet.

A Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sculpture in front of the building.

A hotel entrance with a wooden facade, a reception desk, and a sign reading "TWELVE HUNDRED".

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

19. Marriott Columbia

Downtown Columbia, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina

Winona

₩310,082

₩347,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a brick wall.

A building entrance with a blue door, potted plants, and a number sign '724' indicating the property number.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a coffee maker, and a sink. There is a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a blue chair and a table.

A modern kitchen with red cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a bar area with stools.

20. The Hangar Lofts Hotel

Rosewood, 2.3 km from University of South Carolina

Brent

₩227,484

₩254,783 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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Compare popular hotels close to University of South Carolina

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Trundle	9.8 Exceptional 1,010 reviews	View
The Lantern Hotel Columbia	9.8 Exceptional 207 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 159 reviews	View
The 1425 Inn	9.6 Exceptional 283 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista	9.4 Exceptional 1,272 reviews	View

Top University of South Carolina Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, good breakfast, staff was awesome and courteous"

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

8/10 Good

"Everything was great"

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

10/10 Excellent

"The whole experience from checking in to checking out was positive. The staff was excellent, room was clean and the bedding made for a few comfortable nights away from home."

Hilton Columbia Center

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay at the Hilton Columbia Center. Awesome location the hotel is just beautiful and clean. My fiancee and I enjoyed dining at Ruth’s Chris Steak house. The hotel staff were awesome. They made us feel comfortable from the first day we arrive which really set the tone for our stay everyone’s very helpful and friendly, especially Kat and Le these ladies really highlight I stay for the weekend very pleasant very professional very helpful. Can’t wait to stay there again."

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This is really cool hotel, right on Main Street, walkable to everything. Make sure you go to the rooftop lounge, really pretty view of the skyline."

Moxy Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff and lovely environment"

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed the cleaned room and breakfast was on point. The people next door were very noisy we were woken up around 2:40 am."

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is wonderful. Best breakfast at a hotel of this caliber. Love the self serve store downstairs. My only gripe is the parking. 60% of all parking spaces are labeled "compact" and suck even for a midsize car. I've stayed here more than once so it's not stopping me BUT definitely a consideration for the next time, especially since parking is $12 a day, outside, and uncovered."

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable clean rooms. Delicious breakfast buffet. Beautiful decor and very friendly staff. Will definitely stay again."

Other attractions near University of South Carolina

A large church with a tall bell tower and a cross on top.

Trinity Episcopal Cathedral

Marvel at the stunning architecture and stained glass and examine the Civil War graves in this remarkable sanctuary in Columbia.

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A large white building with a dome and columns, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

South Carolina State House

8.6/10 (597 reviews)

Inspect the many monuments and political symbols that decorate the grounds and majestic mansion of the state’s most important structure.

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McKissick Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at McKissick Museum during your travels in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Carolina Coliseum

9.4/10 (23 reviews)

Catch an event at Carolina Coliseum during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Town Theatre

7.6/10 (5 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Town 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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Koger Center for the Arts

8.2/10 (134 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Koger Center for the Arts, 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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African American History Monument

You can find out about the history of Columbia when you stop by African American History Monument. While in this walkable area, you can savor the lively bars.

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Colonial Life Arena

8.8/10 (1,029 reviews)

Catch an event at Colonial Life Arena during your trip 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 University of South Carolina?

University of South Carolina is located in a welcoming area of Columbia known for its popular theater scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 76 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near University of South Carolina?

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness center. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from University of South Carolina. Other good choices close by include Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC and The Lantern Hotel Columbia.

How many hotels will I be able to find near University of South Carolina?

Expedia has 76 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of South Carolina.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of South Carolina, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near University of South Carolina.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near University of South Carolina?

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near University of South Carolina, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near University of South Carolina?

Columbia Museum of Art, South Carolina State Museum, and South Carolina Military Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore notable local landmarks like South Carolina State House, First Baptist Church, and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens. You can check out the local talent at Koger Center for the Arts, Township Auditorium, and Town Theatre.

How can I get to University of South Carolina?

To see more of the larger area, ride aboard one of the trains from Columbia Station. There might not be many public transit stops close to University of South Carolina so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for University of South Carolina hotels

1. Hotel Trundle

2. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

3. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

4. The 1425 Inn

5. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

6. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

7. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

8. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

9. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

10. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

11. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

12. Hilton Columbia Center

13. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

14. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

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

16. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

17. Moxy Columbia Downtown

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

19. Marriott Columbia

20. The Hangar Lofts Hotel

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Top University of South Carolina Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

Hilton Columbia Center

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Moxy Columbia Downtown

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Other attractions near University of South Carolina

Trinity Episcopal Cathedral

South Carolina State House

McKissick Museum

Carolina Coliseum

Town Theatre

Koger Center for the Arts

African American History Monument

Colonial Life Arena

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