Chesnut Cottage Inn Bed & Breakfast

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, 4-minute walk to Township Auditorium

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Located close to Township Auditorium and University of South Carolina, Chesnut Cottage Inn Bed & Breakfast provides free full breakfast and a library. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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The Mary Boykin Chesnut Suite

Highlights

Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Presidential Suite

Highlights

Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

The General Chesnut Suite

Highlights

Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

The Garden Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Heating
  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

The Carriage House/Bridal Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Heating
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1718 Hampton St, Columbia, SC, 29201

What's nearby

  • Township Auditorium - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Prisma Health Baptist Hospital - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Allen University - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Benedict College - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of South Carolina - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 8 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cook-Out - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Knowledge Perk Coffee Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Roly Poly - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks @ Prisma Health Baptist Medical Center - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Railroad BBQ - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Chesnut Cottage Inn Bed & Breakfast

Upscale bed & breakfast near Township Auditorium
Located close to University of South Carolina and Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, Chesnut Cottage Inn Bed & Breakfast provides free full breakfast and a library. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A porter/bellhop, wedding services, and a nature reserve
Room features
All guestrooms at Chesnut Cottage Inn Bed & Breakfast feature thoughtful touches such as private hot tubs and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets and electrical adapters/chargers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Chesnut Cottage Inn Bed & Breakfast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Chesnut Cottage Inn Bed & Breakfast?

As of Dec 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chesnut Cottage Inn Bed & Breakfast on Dec 10, 2025 start from $247.32, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Chesnut Cottage Inn Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Chesnut Cottage Inn Bed & Breakfast?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Chesnut Cottage Inn Bed & Breakfast located?

Located in Downtown Columbia, this bed & breakfast is within 2 mi (3 km) of Township Auditorium, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, and University of South Carolina. Colonial Life Arena and South Carolina State Fairgrounds are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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