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Recommended hotels in Columbia

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

1. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
2.5 star property
Downtown Columbia
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (943 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel"
United States
Andrew Thomas
$100 nightly
The price is $112
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a television.

2. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,262 reviews)
"Great location, clean rooms, friendly staff."
United States
Jeanne
$127 nightly
The price is $142
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden bookshelf, a large wall clock, a fireplace, and a staircase.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia Airport, SC
2.5 star property
Cayce
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice staff and clean rooms"
United States
Jacqueline
$96 nightly
The price is $107
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia Airport, SC
A modern living room with a blue cabinet, a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and patterned ottomans.

4. Hotel Trundle

Hotel Trundle
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great spot to stay."
United States
Nicolas
$169 nightly
The price is $189
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Trundle
A multi-story hotel with a prominent Hilton sign, featuring a brick facade and multiple windows.

5. Hilton Columbia Center

Hilton Columbia Center
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"One of the nicest little pool areas downtown. Hidden gem. Great hotel."
United States
ryan
$155 nightly
The price is $174
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Columbia Center
An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, seating, and a covered area with lights.

6. Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson

Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson
2.0 star property
Columbia
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (838 reviews)
"I loved my stay!"
United States
Leslie
$97 nightly
The price is $109
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a patterned carpet.

7. Marriott Columbia

Marriott Columbia
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff were great and it’s very conveniently located"
United States
Aidan
$209 nightly
The price is $234
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
Marriott Columbia
A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

8. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone
2.5 star property
Columbia
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,129 reviews)
"Everything was fantastic, the staff was amazing. Will stay there again."
United States
Kim
$100 nightly
The price is $111
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone
A modern kitchen with a long counter, a coffee machine, and a refrigerator.

9. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
3.0 star property
Columbia
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice staff and clean rooms"
United States
Todd
$102 nightly
The price is $114
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
An outdoor patio area with brick walls, a covered seating area, and a fire pit.

10. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
2.5 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel was always clean and staff was welcoming"
United States
Diana
$114 nightly
The price is $128
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a variety of bottles.

11. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (892 reviews)
"Location was great"
United States
Robert
$129 nightly
The price is $144
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
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.

12. Sleep Inn Columbia

Sleep Inn Columbia
2.5 star property
Seven Oaks
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,203 reviews)
"Clean room, nice staff, reasonable rate."
United States
George
$84 nightly
The price is $91
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
Sleep Inn Columbia
A self-service breakfast area with a juice dispenser, a coffee station, and a refrigerated display.

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-26 @ Harbison Blvd by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-26 @ Harbison Blvd by IHG
2.5 star property
Columbia
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,222 reviews)
"Staff friendly, clean rooms, delicious breakfast, great location"
United States
Larry
$101 nightly
The price is $112
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-26 @ Harbison Blvd by IHG
A rooftop bar with tables and chairs, overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

14. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very good experience"
United States
Charles
$110 nightly
The price is $123
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
An outdoor seating area with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and a view of the cityscape in the background.

15. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"The location of this property is wonderful!"
United States
CHRISTINE
$135 nightly
The price is $151
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
A patio area with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and outdoor umbrellas.

16. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport
3.0 star property
West Columbia
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Hotel was clean and updated. Not the usual area we stay when visiting Columbia but the price was right. Close drive to USC. Not the nicest are of the city but would stay here again."
United States
Kaitlyn
$114 nightly
The price is $123
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport
A modern hotel room with a gray sectional sofa, a framed painting of a bridge, a wooden headboard, and a large window.

17. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"The property was very close downtown to everything that I needed lot of restaurants around the property overall was just great"
United States
Sandra
$139 nightly
The price is $156
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a TV.

18. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (162 reviews)
"Great Place to stay"
United States
Brian
$126 nightly
The price is $141
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
A modern room with large windows, a green armchair, a brown chair, a small round table, and a potted plant.

19. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (826 reviews)
"Room was very clean, bed super comfortable, nice view of the city."
United States
Desiree
$115 nightly
The price is $129
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
A Hampton Inn & Suites with a rooftop pool, outdoor seating, and a modern architectural design.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia Killian Road

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia Killian Road
2.5 star property
Columbia
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,105 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay , the room was extremely comfortable and very clean !"
United States
William
$123 nightly
The price is $138
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia Killian Road
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Top Columbia Hotel Reviews

Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

10/10 Excellent
"No coffee maker in room"
Sigrid 1-night trip
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Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

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Columbia Hostels information

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Accommodation
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Lowest Price
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Highest Price
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Columbia?
You may be able to find reasonable prices at these Columbia accommodations, which have positive reviews from our travelers: Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison - You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson - You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. Sleep Inn Columbia - Located within a 20-minute walk of University of South Carolina and Colonial Life Arena. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown - You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson - Located within a 20-minute walk of Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Columbia?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 79°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 50°F. Average annual precipitation for Columbia is 49 inches.
What is there to see and do in Columbia?
Overall, Columbia is known for its sports, live music, and college atmosphere. Major attractions include Fort Jackson. Get out into nature with places like Finlay Park, Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens, and Harbison State Forest. Cultural attractions include Columbia Museum of Art, Township Auditorium, and Koger Center for the Arts.
What's the best way to get to and around Columbia while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Columbia on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from the city center. After you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. If you're eager to see more of the surrounding area, make your way to Columbia Station to catch a train.

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