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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outside.

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

1. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Vista, 0.4 km from African American History Monument

Theresa

AED 579

AED 648 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

Two people celebrating with confetti in a bar setting.

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

2. Hotel Trundle

Downtown Columbia, 0.7 km from African American History Monument

Nicolas

AED 621

AED 695 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

A pool table with balls, a bar area, and a large TV screen.

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

3. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.3 km from African American History Monument

Brian

AED 464

AED 519 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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.

4. The 1425 Inn

Downtown Columbia, 1.3 km from African American History Monument

Mary

AED 432

AED 587 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

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

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

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

5. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.3 km from African American History Monument

Andrew Thomas

AED 367

AED 411 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

6. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 0.4 km from African American History Monument

Jeanne

AED 467

AED 523 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A bar area with a coffee machine, stools, and a menu board.

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

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

7. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

University Hill, 0.7 km from African American History Monument

Heather Massey

AED 543

AED 619 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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 modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a sectional sofa.

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

8. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 1.8 km from African American History Monument

Mingkang

AED 558

AED 625 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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 modern lounge area with blue sofas, yellow and red cushions, a glass coffee table, and a large mural of a cityscape.

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

9. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 0.7 km from African American History Monument

Robert

AED 465

AED 530 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

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

10. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 1.2 km from African American History Monument

James

AED 465

AED 531 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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.

11. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Downtown Columbia, 0.8 km from African American History Monument

CHRISTINE

AED 496

AED 556 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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.

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

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

The Vista, 0.7 km from African American History Monument

Karla

AED 448

AED 564 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A patio area with outdoor furniture, a pergola, and a brick building in the background.

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.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 1.4 km from African American History Monument

Tameka

AED 363

AED 406 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A bar area with multiple stools, a marble countertop, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

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

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

14. Hilton Columbia Center

The Vista, 0.5 km from African American History Monument

Thomas

AED 569

AED 638 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel room with a gray sectional sofa, a framed painting of a bridge, a wooden headboard, and a large window.

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

A gym with multiple treadmills, a wall mural of runners, and a water dispenser.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large screen.

15. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 0.6 km from African American History Monument

Kelcie

AED 511

AED 572 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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.

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

A modern breakfast area with a long counter, two hanging pendant lights, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

16. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

The Vista, 0.7 km from African American History Monument

Diana

AED 419

AED 469 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, featuring a large window, decorative wall art, and a lamp.

17. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia, 0.1 km from African American History Monument

mario

AED 473

AED 529 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A modern restaurant with multiple dining areas, including booths and tables, and a central seating area with a blue sofa.

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

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

18. Marriott Columbia

Downtown Columbia, 0.5 km from African American History Monument

Aidan

AED 768

AED 860 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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.

19. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 0.5 km from African American History Monument

Desiree

AED 437

AED 490 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a glass table.

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

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.

20. The Hangar Lofts Hotel

Rosewood, 3 km from African American History Monument

Brent

AED 580

AED 650 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to African American History Monument

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Lantern Hotel Columbia	9.8 Exceptional 213 reviews	View
Hotel Trundle	9.8 Exceptional 1,008 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 164 reviews	View
The 1425 Inn	9.6 Exceptional 285 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 947 reviews	View

Top African American History Monument Hotel Reviews

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is clean, well kept. The room is clean and the bathroom as well. Very nice. Would definitely stay again it."

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was super friendly and helpful. The room was clean and breakfast was good!"

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was absolutely perfect in every way! The staff was amazing! The rooms were clean and wonderful. The coffee/water/ice bar was a nice touch! The location was great! I will stay here every time I visit Columbia! Highly, highly recommend!!"

Hotel Trundle

10/10 Excellent

"This is my favorite hotel to book in Columbia. The beds are soft and the breakfast is full and delicious!"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

8/10 Good

"The staff was really nice and welcoming. Not sure if the vents were cleaned because me and my guest were sneezing a lot when in the bathroom. Other than that the stay was good"

Hilton Columbia Center

10/10 Excellent

"Super friendly folks & nice location."

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

10/10 Excellent

"Location was convenient. Hotel was very clean and the staff was not only helpful but very friendly."

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

10/10 Excellent

"Cgh"

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed my stay, staff behind the counter had a attitude but overall it was comfortable"

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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)

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Town Theatre

7.6/10 (5 reviews)

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Columbia Regional Visitors Center

You can learn about the history of Columbia with a trip to Columbia Regional Visitors Center. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center

8.4/10 (594 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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North Carolina Mutual Building

Learn about the local history of Columbia when you spend time at North Carolina Mutual Building. While in this walkable area, you can savor the lively bars.

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First Baptist Church

7.2/10 (58 reviews)

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Koger Center for the Arts

8.2/10 (134 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around African American History Monument?

African American History Monument is located in Columbia. This historic area is known for its bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 78 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to African American History Monument?

Adjacent to African American History Monument, The Lantern Hotel Columbia is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness center. Other good options close by include Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown and Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista.

How many hotels will I be able to find near African American History Monument?

Expedia has 78 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from African American History Monument.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near African American History Monument, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to African American History Monument.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near African American History Monument?

For more information about updating your stay near African American History Monument or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near African American History Monument?

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 landmarks like South Carolina State House, First Baptist Church, and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens. You can watch performances at Koger Center for the Arts, Township Auditorium, and Town Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to African American History Monument?

If you're hopping a train into the city, Columbia Station is the closest station to Downtown Columbia. There may not be many public transit options close to African American History Monument so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for African American History Monument hotels

1. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

2. Hotel Trundle

3. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

4. The 1425 Inn

5. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

6. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

7. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

8. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

9. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

10. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

11. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

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

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

14. Hilton Columbia Center

15. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

16. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

17. Moxy Columbia Downtown

18. Marriott Columbia

19. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

20. The Hangar Lofts Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to African American History Monument

Top African American History Monument Hotel Reviews

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

Hotel Trundle

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Hilton Columbia Center

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

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

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

Other attractions near African American History Monument

Trinity Episcopal Cathedral

South Carolina State House

Town Theatre

Columbia Regional Visitors Center

Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center

North Carolina Mutual Building

First Baptist Church

Koger Center for the Arts

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