Columbia, MD

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Yellow, orange sunset sky behind the commercial office buildings at Columbia Town Center Howard County Maryland United States
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Where to stay in Columbia

Centennial Park is a Howard County Department of Recreation & Parks' public park located in Ellicott City, Maryland.

Harper's Choice

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Nestled in northwest Columbia, this village boasts an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, and a pool in Hobbit's Glen. Enjoy the walking/biking trail connecting neighborhoods, or visit the Harper's Choice Village Center for shopping and dining.

Harper's Choice
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Sonesta Select Columbia

Sonesta Select Columbia

3 out of 5
8910 Stanford Blvd Columbia MD
$83 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from May 26 to May 27
$94 total
May 26 - May 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,350 reviews)
Our stay was good. Nice clean room. Friendly staff. Good location out of the way.

Reviewed on May 5, 2026

Sonesta Select Columbia
DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia

DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia

4 out of 5
5485 Twin Knolls Rd Columbia MD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$114 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from May 17 to May 18
$129 total
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
Breakfast was delicious. Bar was great. Staff & Service was awesome! I would stay here again the next time I am in Columbia!

Reviewed on May 6, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG

Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG

3.5 out of 5
6400 Ivy Lane Greenbelt MD
$93 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from May 24 to May 25
$105 total
May 24 - May 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Greenbelt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,473 reviews)
My 1st room smelled a lot like smoke and the hotel is supposed to be non-smoking. After refusing a deodorizing room spray, I was moved to another room. The mattresses in both rooms were old, lumpy and very uncomfortable. I slept on the lounge chair the entire stay. When asked for the room to be cleaned, ...

Reviewed on May 6, 2026

Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
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Convention Center PH Free indoor parking

Convention Center PH Free indoor parking

4 out of 5
25 Light St Baltimore MD
Book a stay at this golf apartment in Baltimore. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions National Aquarium in ...
Convention Center PH Free indoor parking
Global Luxury Suites Bethesda Chevy Chase

Global Luxury Suites Bethesda Chevy Chase

3.5 out of 5
4850 Rugby Ave Bethesda MD
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Bethesda. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Smithsonian's National ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (114 reviews)
The room was not serviced and my VIP guest arrived at 9:30 to unmade bed, no towels, no soap or shampoo. Email earlier in day asking me to call - called three times and got voicemail each time. I would not recommend staying here. Seems like it’s managed remotely. Not hotel. Even if I had connected ...

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2026

Global Luxury Suites Bethesda Chevy Chase
Cozy Living, conveniently located close to city nightlife and touring.

Cozy Living, conveniently located close to city nightlife and touring.

Washington DC
Stay at this apartment in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Union Station Shopping Center and Capital One Arena ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
This house was perfect. We used uber to downtown Washington DC with no problem. My husband was amazed at the details for amenities. The Qtips, soft towels, great coffee, quality toilet paper, great bed/covers and the best was the tissue by the bed. We would definitely stay there again.

Reviewed on May 6, 2026

Cozy Living, conveniently located close to city nightlife and touring.
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina

Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina

4.5/5(1,087 reviews)

The transformed former seaport is packed with museums, shops and family attractions and is one of the city’s most photographed areas.

Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina
Oriole Park at Camden Yards

Oriole Park at Camden Yards

4.5/5(502 reviews)

Watch Baltimore’s beloved baseball team play on their home field, located inside a groundbreaking stadium famous for blending classic and modern design elements.

Oriole Park at Camden Yards
National Aquarium in Baltimore

National Aquarium in Baltimore

4.5/5(1,065 reviews)

Inner Harbor’s biggest attraction recreates the marine and terrestrial habitats of thousands of animals from many parts of the globe.

National Aquarium in Baltimore
Johns Hopkins University

Johns Hopkins University

4.5/5(370 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe with a visit to Johns Hopkins University, a well-known college in Baltimore. Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or attend a sporting event.

Johns Hopkins University
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Baltimore Convention Center

4/5(502 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Baltimore Convention Center during your trip to Baltimore. Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or attend a sporting event.

Baltimore Convention Center
M&T Bank Stadium

M&T Bank Stadium

4.5/5(241 reviews)

Catch an event at M&T Bank Stadium during your trip to Baltimore. Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or experience its lively festivals.

M&T Bank Stadium

Things to do

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

$101
per traveler
94% of travellers recommend
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Glow in the Dark Splatter Paint Experience

Glow in the Dark Splatter Paint Experience

$40
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Glow in the Dark Splatter Paint Experience
Fun Taco Cooking Class With a Local Chef in Baltimore

Fun Taco Cooking Class With a Local Chef in Baltimore

$75
per adult
Fun Taco Cooking Class With a Local Chef in Baltimore
Pad Thai Cooking Class with a Local Chef

Pad Thai Cooking Class with a Local Chef

$60
per adult
Pad Thai Cooking Class with a Local Chef
Cooking or Baking Lesson with a Maryland Local Karen in her Home

Cooking or Baking Lesson with a Maryland Local Karen in her Home

$106
per adult
Cooking or Baking Lesson with a Maryland Local Karen in her Home
Baltimore: Authentic Thai Curry Cooking Class

Baltimore: Authentic Thai Curry Cooking Class

$75
per adult
Baltimore: Authentic Thai Curry Cooking Class
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