The Best Hotels Closest to Columbia Museum of Art in Columbia for 2026

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

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

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

A modern building with a brick facade, large windows, and outdoor exercise equipment.

1. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Vista, 0.6 km from Columbia Museum of Art

Theresa

AED 579

AED 648 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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 hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a large window.

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

2. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 0.4 km from Columbia Museum of Art

Jeanne

AED 467

AED 523 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 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.

3. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 0.5 km from Columbia Museum of Art

Robert

AED 465

AED 530 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern room with large windows, a green armchair, a brown chair, a small round table, and a potted plant.

A modern hotel entrance with a green sign, outdoor seating, and planters.

A modern bar area with a sign reading "TOAST ORDER HERE," bar stools, a counter with a laptop, and a display of liquor bottles.

4. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 0.2 km from Columbia Museum of Art

Desiree

AED 422

AED 473 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

A serene park with a fountain, benches, and lush greenery.

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, a patterned carpet, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

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

The Vista, 0.4 km from Columbia Museum of Art

Karla

AED 422

AED 536 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.

A hotel with a modern facade, a well-lit entrance, and an American flag.

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

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 1 km from Columbia Museum of Art

Tameka

AED 344

AED 385 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A rooftop bar with tables and chairs, overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

An outdoor seating area with wicker tables and chairs, a bar counter, and a ceiling fan.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A historic building with ornate architectural details, a prominent entrance, and flags.

7. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Downtown Columbia, 0.2 km from Columbia Museum of Art

Charles

AED 404

AED 453 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tiled walls and benches.

An outdoor seating area with white sofas, red umbrellas, and a fire feature.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a large window offering a view.

A modern hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including round tables and chairs, and a large central pillar.

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia, 0.9 km from Columbia Museum of Art

david

AED 454

AED 508 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

A reception desk with a black counter, a glass partition, and a view of the city through the glass. There are chairs, a small plant, and a bulletin board with notices.

A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring a mix of stone and concrete facades, large windows, and a parking area with yellow curbs and red bollards.

A modern kitchen area with a built-in microwave, a refrigerator, and a coffee machine.

9. Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Downtown Columbia, 2.8 km from Columbia Museum of Art

Brian

AED 235

AED 263 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a vanity with a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

A two-story motel with a flat roof, multiple balconies, and a central entrance with a staircase.

A red sign for Budget Inn Express with a clear view of the surrounding area including trees and a road.

A bathroom with a granite countertop, a sink, a mirror, and a towel rack.

10. Budget Inn Express

2.8 km from Columbia Museum of Art

Gus

AED 248

AED 278 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a large dining table, multiple seating areas, and a large screen wall.

A modern kitchen area with a long counter, various food items, and a chalkboard with food-related drawings.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, air conditioning unit, and a window with a view of trees.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Palmetto State" sign, a wooden accent wall, a minibar, and a digital kiosk.

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Lexington Columbia

12.6 km from Columbia Museum of Art

Jean

AED 436

AED 484 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a central bar, and colorful wall art.

A modern kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, a coffee machine, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a desk with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a coffee maker, a microwave, a mini fridge, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

12. Best Western Plus Lexington Inn

18.5 km from Columbia Museum of Art

Julie

AED 413

AED 459 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and trees.

An outdoor seating area with a brick fire pit, green cushioned sofas, and wicker tables.

A large bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, and a window with sheer curtains.

A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

13. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbia Northwest/Harbison

15.8 km from Columbia Museum of Art

Greg

AED 371

AED 415 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A modern cafe with a central display of snacks and beverages, a seating area with sofas, and a ceiling with unique lighting fixtures.

A breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items and a sign reading "TOP IT BREAKFAST".

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

14. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

3.7 km from Columbia Museum of Art

Kim

AED 358

AED 409 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building at night with a well-lit facade and a clear sign.

A fitness center with treadmills, a stationary bike, and a weight bench.

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a pool in the background, and a brick wall.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, bed, and a blue sofa.

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-20 @ Clemson Rd by IHG

19.6 km from Columbia Museum of Art

Roy

AED 448

AED 502 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a circular fire pit, and umbrellas.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator.

A hotel with outdoor pool, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A coffee station with multiple coffee dispensers and a mug.

16. TownePlace Suites Columbia West/Lexington

7.6 km from Columbia Museum of Art

Michael

AED 459

AED 496 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and decorative plants.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

An outdoor patio area with round tables and metal chairs, surrounded by trees and a decorative fence.

17. Hampton Inn Columbia I-20-Clemson Road

19.5 km from Columbia Museum of Art

Charlotte

AED 503

AED 564 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bistro with a wooden counter, a menu board, and a refrigerated display.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a table, and chairs, and a covered section with a wooden ceiling.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a large window with a view of trees.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Cayce

7.9 km from Columbia Museum of Art

Kimey

AED 434

AED 482 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A panoramic mosaic mural of a cityscape with buildings and greenery.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a large cityscape mural, and a door leading to a parking area.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone and lamp, and two large landscape paintings on the wall.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

19. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson

11.4 km from Columbia Museum of Art

Olujimi

AED 318

AED 357 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a bar, and a large TV screen.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and umbrellas.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a television, a bed, and a small table.

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a window with curtains.

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbia Northeast/Fort Jackson Area

13 km from Columbia Museum of Art

Carlee

AED 558

AED 625 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Columbia Museum of Art

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Lantern Hotel Columbia	9.8 Exceptional 212 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista	9.4 Exceptional 1,263 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 892 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG	8.8 Excellent 825 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG	8.8 Excellent 798 reviews	View

Top Columbia Museum of Art Hotel Reviews

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great new facility!"

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very clean, bed super comfortable, nice view of the city."

Hilton Columbia Center

8/10 Good

"Hilton is a great location to downtown and the university. Hotel is clean even during some construction. My only issues were the lack of signage when exiting the elevator onto your floor. Also our check in person did not explain the self parking very well."

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

8/10 Good

"Bed and pillows comfortable. Air conditioning is a bit finicky and doesn’t get as cold. Other than that, no complaints."

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7.4/10 (20 reviews)

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Soda City Market

7.6/10 (5 reviews)

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Saint Peter's Catholic Church

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Saint Peter's Catholic Church is just one of the places to see in Columbia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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The Big Apple

6.0/10 (1 review)

Find out about the history of Columbia with a stop at The Big Apple. 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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Nathaniel J. Frederick House

Learn about the local history of Columbia with a stop at Nathaniel J. Frederick House. 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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Tunnel Vision Mural

Rich with history, Tunnel Vision Mural is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Columbia Museum of Art?

Columbia Museum of Art is located in a historic area of Columbia known for its popular theater scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 89 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Columbia Museum of Art?

Adjacent to Columbia Museum of Art, Hotel Trundle is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and private decks. Other good choices close by include Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown and Marriott Columbia.

How many hotels will I find near Columbia Museum of Art?

Expedia has 89 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Columbia Museum of Art.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Columbia Museum of Art, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Columbia Museum of Art.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Columbia Museum of Art?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Columbia Museum of Art, click here.

What can I see and do near Columbia Museum of Art?

Study the collections at South Carolina State Museum, South Carolina Military Museum, or Robert Mills Historic House and Park. Sights like First Baptist Church, South Carolina State House, and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Township Auditorium, Koger Center for the Arts, and Town Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Columbia Museum of Art?

To see more of the larger area, hop aboard a train at Columbia Station. There might not be many public transportation choices near by Columbia Museum of Art so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for Columbia Museum of Art hotels

1. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

2. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

3. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

4. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

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

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

7. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

9. Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

10. Budget Inn Express

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Lexington Columbia

12. Best Western Plus Lexington Inn

13. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbia Northwest/Harbison

14. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-20 @ Clemson Rd by IHG

16. TownePlace Suites Columbia West/Lexington

17. Hampton Inn Columbia I-20-Clemson Road

18. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Cayce

19. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbia Northeast/Fort Jackson Area

Compare popular hotels close to Columbia Museum of Art

Top Columbia Museum of Art Hotel Reviews

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Hilton Columbia Center

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

Other attractions near Columbia Museum of Art

Finlay Park

Soda City Market

Saint Peter's Catholic Church

The Big Apple

First Baptist Church

Nathaniel J. Frederick House

North Carolina Mutual Building

Tunnel Vision Mural

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