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Recommended hotels in Columbia

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

1. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone
2.5 star property
Columbia
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,163 reviews)
"Very clean and friendly staff"
United States
Ken
The price is AED 358
AED 409 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone
An outdoor patio area with brick walls, a covered seating area, and a fire pit.

2. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
2.5 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"It was a nice place."
United States
Jeannette
The price is AED 328
AED 368 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a television.

3. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,258 reviews)
"Friendly staff and rooms are extremely clean."
United States
Thomas
The price is AED 403
AED 451 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a decorative wall with geometric patterns.

4. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
2.5 star property
Downtown Columbia
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (982 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Jennifer
The price is AED 358
AED 401 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
A modern Hyatt Place hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

5. Hyatt Place Columbia/Harbison

Hyatt Place Columbia/Harbison
3.0 star property
Irmo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Anihya
The price is AED 304
AED 341 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Hyatt Place Columbia/Harbison
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a shop, and large potted plants.

6. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
3.0 star property
Columbia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,245 reviews)
"It was a beautiful place to stay."
United States
Brenda
The price is AED 313
AED 351 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a variety of bottles.

7. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (901 reviews)
"My stay was excellent."
United States
Glenda
The price is AED 403
AED 459 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
A modern kitchen with a long counter, a coffee machine, and a refrigerator.

8. 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, (1,040 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
Sunta
The price is AED 340
AED 381 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, seating, and a covered area with lights.

9. 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, (869 reviews)
"I loved my stay!"
United States
Leslie
The price is AED 352
AED 395 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson
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
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (314 reviews)
"Great location downtown Columbia. Helpful staff."
United States
Lauren
The price is AED 372
AED 416 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Moxy Columbia Downtown
A modern room with large windows, a green armchair, a brown chair, a small round table, and a potted plant.

11. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (843 reviews)
"The location and the property is wonderful."
United States
Denise
The price is AED 382
AED 428 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
A modern building entrance with a brick pathway leading to a glass door.

12. Hampton Inn Columbia-I-26 Airport

Hampton Inn Columbia-I-26 Airport
2.5 star property
West Columbia
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Vicky
The price is AED 316
AED 350 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Hampton Inn Columbia-I-26 Airport
A spacious indoor area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a seating area with sofas and a TV.

13. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Lantern Hotel Columbia
4.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (234 reviews)
"Location for us was perfect. The staff were friendly and very helpful. The hotel was very nice."
United States
Nichole
The price is AED 514
AED 576 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Lantern Hotel Columbia
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

14. Towneplace Suites Columbia Northwest/Harbison

Towneplace Suites Columbia Northwest/Harbison
3.0 star property
Columbia
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (768 reviews)
"Nice place to stay. Rooms were very nice."
United States
RICK
The price is AED 309
AED 346 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Towneplace Suites Columbia Northwest/Harbison
A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden stools, and a curved seating arrangement.

15. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Breakfast was nice, parking is easy just a little pricey."
United States
Diane
The price is AED 426
AED 487 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a patterned carpet.

16. Marriott Columbia

Marriott Columbia
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing people and hotel"
United States
Christopher L.
The price is AED 511
AED 572 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Marriott Columbia
A patio area with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and outdoor umbrellas.

17. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport
3.0 star property
West Columbia
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff was so friendly and helpful. The food at the restaurant on site was delicious!! The room was clean and bed was comfortable."
United States
SHERI
The price is AED 373
AED 403 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport
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.

18. Sleep Inn Columbia

Sleep Inn Columbia
2.5 star property
Seven Oaks
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,221 reviews)
"It was a great stay for me and the family would stay again!"
United States
Emily
The price is AED 294
AED 318 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Sleep Inn Columbia
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden bookshelf, a large wall clock, a fireplace, and a staircase.

19. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice hotel."
United States
Mitchell
The price is AED 356
AED 395 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia Airport, SC
An outdoor seating area with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and a view of the cityscape in the background.

20. 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 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Tahara
The price is AED 372
AED 416 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
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Top Columbia Hotel Reviews

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

10/10 Excellent
"Always a great place to stay within walking distance of campus!"
Kelly 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

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.