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Our top choices for University of South Carolina hotels

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

1. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Lantern Hotel Columbia
4.0 star property
The Vista, 0.9 km from University of South Carolina
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (224 reviews)
"The rooms are spacious and clean. Coffee and tea stations throughout. Great on site bar and restaurant"
United States
Theresa
The price is ₩197,475
₩221,172 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Lantern Hotel Columbia
A modern living room with a blue cabinet, a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and patterned ottomans.

2. Hotel Trundle

Hotel Trundle
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.4 km from University of South Carolina
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great spot to stay."
United States
Nicolas
The price is ₩224,023
₩250,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Hotel Trundle
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a TV.

3. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
The Vista, 1.8 km from University of South Carolina
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (166 reviews)
"Great Place to stay"
United States
Brian
The price is ₩167,394
₩187,481 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
A two-story house with a porch, a small balcony, and a gabled roof.

4. The 1425 Inn

The 1425 Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.9 km from University of South Carolina
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (289 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay from the lovely inn, room, comfy bed, amenities to the great location."
United States
Mary
The price is ₩170,897
₩228,566 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
The 1425 Inn
An outdoor patio with a bar area, seating, and a grill station.

5. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
2.5 star property
The Vista, 1.8 km from University of South Carolina
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (963 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ₩129,350
₩144,871 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a television.

6. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
3.5 star property
The Vista, 1.1 km from University of South Carolina
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,254 reviews)
"Friendly staff and rooms are extremely clean."
United States
Thomas
The price is ₩142,314
₩159,391 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
A two-story brick house with a porch, a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

7. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
4.0 star property
University Hill, 0.6 km from University of South Carolina
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Loved the Gamecock decor and location"
United States
Heather Massey
The price is ₩183,699
₩209,417 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
A building entrance with a stone facade, large glass doors, and a wooden archway.

8. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 2.5 km from University of South Carolina
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Mingkang
The price is ₩177,893
₩199,240 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG
A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a variety of bottles.

9. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
The Vista, 1.3 km from University of South Carolina
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (895 reviews)
"The hotel was updated and very clean. Rooms were set up perfectly. Amenities were nice and the staff was very helpful."
United States
Michelle
The price is ₩168,135
₩191,675 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
A rooftop lounge with a city view, including a prominent dome building, at sunset.

10. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Moxy Columbia Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 0.9 km from University of South Carolina
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (306 reviews)
"Great staff and lovely environment"
United States
mario
The price is ₩164,372
₩184,098 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Moxy Columbia Downtown
An outdoor patio area with brick walls, a covered seating area, and a fire pit.

11. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
2.5 star property
The Vista, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Very convenient to the downtown area"
United States
Keith H.
The price is ₩118,480
₩132,699 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
An outdoor seating area with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and a view of the cityscape in the background.

12. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 0.5 km from University of South Carolina
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"We love it there! We stay there very time we visit our daughter at USC! They are so friendly it’s super clean"
United States
maggie
The price is ₩134,082
₩150,172 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden stools, and a curved seating arrangement.

13. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
3.0 star property
The Vista, 1.7 km from University of South Carolina
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Breakfast was nice, parking is easy just a little pricey."
United States
Diane
The price is ₩153,900
₩175,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
A modern building with a glass facade and a sign reading "SCSM".

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG
2.5 star property
The Vista, 1.4 km from University of South Carolina
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (803 reviews)
"Really nice room. Front desk was awesome."
United States
Karla
The price is ₩157,980
₩199,507 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG
A modern dining area with a central island, multiple seating options, and pendant lighting.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
Arsenal Hill, 2.1 km from University of South Carolina
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay when visiting U of SC"
United States
Rebecca
The price is ₩131,163
₩146,902 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
A multi-story hotel with a prominent Hilton sign, featuring a brick facade and multiple windows.

16. Hilton Columbia Center

Hilton Columbia Center
3.5 star property
The Vista, 0.9 km from University of South Carolina
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Super friendly folks & nice location."
United States
Thomas
The price is ₩183,699
₩205,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hilton Columbia Center
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a patterned carpet.

17. Marriott Columbia

Marriott Columbia
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff were great and it’s very conveniently located"
United States
Aidan
The price is ₩184,256
₩206,366 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Marriott Columbia
A modern room with large windows, a green armchair, a brown chair, a small round table, and a potted plant.

18. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (833 reviews)
"Room was very clean, bed super comfortable, nice view of the city."
United States
Desiree
The price is ₩128,773
₩144,227 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a brick wall.

19. The Hangar Lofts Hotel

The Hangar Lofts Hotel
2.5 star property
Rosewood, 2.3 km from University of South Carolina
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (84 reviews)
"Clean convenient and great hospitality. "
United States
Brent
The price is ₩222,697
₩249,421 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
The Hangar Lofts Hotel
A rooftop bar with tables and chairs, overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

20. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Unique and beautiful old architecture."
United States
Bart
The price is ₩156,652
₩175,450 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to University of South Carolina

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A spacious indoor area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a seating area with sofas and a TV.
The Lantern Hotel Columbia
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
224 reviews
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A modern living room with a blue cabinet, a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and patterned ottomans.
Hotel Trundle
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a TV.
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
166 reviews
View
A two-story house with a porch, a small balcony, and a gabled roof.
The 1425 Inn
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
289 reviews
View
An outdoor patio with a bar area, seating, and a grill station.
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
963 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near University of South Carolina

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

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000)
The price is ₩134,082
₩150,172 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

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Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

10/10 Excellent
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Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Other attractions near University of South Carolina

Trinity Episcopal Church with a cemetery and a fence.

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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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?
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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.