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A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee station, and a patterned carpet.

A multi-story motel with a green roof, multiple balconies, and a parking lot.

1. Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia SC / Ft. Jackson

0.7 km from Forest Lake

Stephanie

AED 248

AED 278 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a framed picture on the wall, and a nightstand with lamps.

A laundry facility with multiple washing machines and dryers, a wooden floor, and a red accent wall.

A multi-story hotel with a central atrium, balconies, and a parking area.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a TV, and a bathroom.

2. Extended Stay America Select Suites Columbia Ft. Jackson

0.6 km from Forest Lake

Jackeline

AED 262

AED 293 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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".

3. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

11 km from Forest Lake

Kim

AED 378

AED 431 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 room with exposed brick walls, a large bed, a desk with a telephone, and a television on the wall.

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.

4. Hotel Trundle

Downtown Columbia, 7.7 km from Forest Lake

Wendy

AED 528

AED 591 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 neon sign with the text "You're gorgeous Columbia" against a dark wall with vertical lines and horizontal gold bars.

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

5.3 km from Forest Lake

Olujimi

AED 309

AED 346 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A Hampton Inn & Suites with a rooftop pool, outdoor seating, and a modern architectural design.

A modern hotel lobby with a central dining area, a reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, television, and a sliding door leading to a bathroom.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a patterned carpet.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia Killian Road

12.1 km from Forest Lake

William

AED 479

AED 536 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

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

7. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 9 km from Forest Lake

Laurel

AED 433

AED 485 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, seating, and a covered area with lights.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a white countertop, and various kitchen appliances.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved sofa, dining area, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern reception area with a large digital display, a counter, and vending machines.

8. Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson

6.6 km from Forest Lake

Carlos

AED 368

AED 413 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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.

A snack bar with shelves stocked with various snacks and a freezer with frozen food items.

9. Hampton Inn Columbia I-20-Clemson Road

12 km from Forest Lake

Charlotte

AED 460

AED 515 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

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

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

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a well-lit entrance.

10. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Cayce

13.1 km from Forest Lake

Kimey

AED 465

AED 516 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a sign reading "Sleep Inn," and a green wall with a decorative leaf pattern.

A hotel room with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a lamp.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a counter with a coffee machine, and a TV mounted on the wall.

11. Sleep Inn Columbia

Seven Oaks, 14.9 km from Forest Lake

George

AED 309

AED 334 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a staircase, and a seating area with a patterned sofa and armchairs.

A coffee station with two espresso machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a wardrobe.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a modern design, large windows, and a parking lot in front.

12. Holiday Inn Express Columbia NE - Fort Jackson by IHG

6.3 km from Forest Lake

April

AED 404

AED 453 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

13. TownePlace Suites Columbia West/Lexington

15.3 km from Forest Lake

Michael

AED 459

AED 496 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A patio area with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and outdoor umbrellas.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a coffee table, and a potted plant.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a coffee station with various containers.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window offering a view.

14. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport

14.4 km from Forest Lake

Russell

AED 419

AED 452 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

15. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Vista, 8.1 km from Forest Lake

Theresa

AED 595

AED 666 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern kitchen with a long counter, a coffee machine, and a refrigerator.

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

A reception area with a cityscape mural, two reception desks, and a modern design.

16. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson

6.6 km from Forest Lake

Todd

AED 375

AED 420 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent vertical stripe pattern on the facade.

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.

17. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 9 km from Forest Lake

Brian

AED 464

AED 519 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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 reception desk with a wooden finish and a modern design, featuring a large circular artwork on the wall behind it.

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

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 8.9 km from Forest Lake

Tameka

AED 377

AED 422 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A two-story house with a porch, a small balcony, and a gabled roof.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wooden dresser, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A spacious living area with a staircase, a dining area, and a hallway leading to another room.

19. The 1425 Inn

Downtown Columbia, 7.4 km from Forest Lake

Mary

AED 473

AED 632 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern facade, outdoor seating area, and well-maintained landscaping.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a comfortable seating area with a sofa and ottoman, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, wooden shelves, and comfortable seating.

A restaurant with a bar area, wooden flooring, and orange chairs.

20. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Northeast/Fort Jackson Area

8.4 km from Forest Lake

Litcha

AED 434

AED 496 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Forest Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia SC / Ft. Jackson	6.2 1,005 reviews	View
Extended Stay America Select Suites Columbia Ft. Jackson	6.0 1,002 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone	9.2 Wonderful 1,121 reviews	View
Hotel Trundle	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson	8.8 Excellent 2,161 reviews	View

Top Forest Lake Hotel Reviews

Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson

8/10 Good

"Couldn't find a desk person at check in."

Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia SC / Ft. Jackson

10/10 Excellent

"Room was ok and staff was friendly only stayed one night left charger room service must of got it but its ok my fault I left it 🙃"

Charming Bungalow, King Bed, 5min to Ft. Jackson and Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Was close to base for my sons graduation and close to many restaurants, very cute and had plenty of room for my family! Highly recommend!"

Forest Acres 5BR Home w/ Private Pool & Pool House

8/10 Good

"Beautiful house that could use a little TCL, the pool is not useable on Thursday due to cleaning. And there are only 3 full bathrooms, there is no AC or bed in the pool house so it’s not really useable."

Charming cottage in great neighborhood...close to downtown, fort and university

10/10 Excellent

"House was clean, everything we needed she had already ready for us, nice and quiet neighbor. We got to spend the weekend with our soldier on base. We was only 3 mins from base or Gate 2. When we get to come back in a few weeks if there is openings we will be booking."

Forest Acres Boho Home | 2BR 1BA

10/10 Excellent

"Clean. Good location. Nicely adorned. Reasonably stocked with kitchen/cookware."

Forest Lake Retreat | Backyard Sanctuary & Hot Tub

8/10 Good

"There was not a whole lot of kitchen items. Not many if any plastic containers and we couldn’t locate any glass bakeware to make a casserole in. It would have also been nice to have an TV in the master bedroom. Other than that it was perfect and peaceful for my Son’s graduation."

5 mins to Fort Jackson - The Wooded Hilltop Ranch

10/10 Excellent

"This unit is older and not in any way plush, but did serve our purpose for grandson's UofSC graduation."

Cute Double-Suite Columbian Apartment Home!

10/10 Excellent

"Apartment was quiet, very clean and well furnished with a spacious equiped kitchen and conveniently located to the stores. Had a good host - Wendy who checked in on us to ensure all was well. I'd recommend this place to others."

Other attractions near Forest Lake

Palmetto Performing Arts

Enjoy an outing to Palmetto Performing Arts during your stay in Forest Acres. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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Palmetto Falls Water Park

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Palmetto Falls Water Park during your visit to Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Columbia Place Mall

8.2/10 (357 reviews)

During your trip to Dentsville, you can do some window-shopping at Columbia Place Mall. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Hilton Field

8.8/10 (852 reviews)

Catch an event at Hilton Field during your trip to Columbia. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Richland Library Northeast

Richland Library Northeast is just one of the places to see in Dentsville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Millwood Plantation Ruins

You can find out about the history of Columbia with a visit to Millwood Plantation Ruins. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Charlie W. Johnson Stadium

10.0/10 (1 review)

Catch an event at Charlie W. Johnson Stadium during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Richland County Tennis Center

Catch an event at Richland County Tennis Center during your trip to Dentsville. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Forest Lake?

Forest Lake is located in Forest Acres. Travelers like this welcoming area for its restaurants. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 14 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Forest Lake?

Extended Stay America Select Suites Columbia Ft. Jackson is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and in-room kitchens. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Forest Lake. Another good option is Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia SC / Ft. Jackson, located just 0.4 mi (0.7 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Forest Lake?

Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Forest Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Forest Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Forest Lake.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Forest Lake?

To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Forest Lake, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Forest Lake?

You'll want to browse the collections at Columbia Museum of Art, Robert Mills Historic House and Park, and Columbia Fire Museum. First Baptist Church, South Carolina State House, and Columbia Urban League are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can enjoy live performances at Township Auditorium and Town Theatre.

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Our top choices for Forest Lake hotels

1. Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia SC / Ft. Jackson

2. Extended Stay America Select Suites Columbia Ft. Jackson

3. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

4. Hotel Trundle

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

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia Killian Road

7. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

8. Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson

9. Hampton Inn Columbia I-20-Clemson Road

10. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Cayce

11. Sleep Inn Columbia

12. Holiday Inn Express Columbia NE - Fort Jackson by IHG

13. TownePlace Suites Columbia West/Lexington

14. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport

15. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

16. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson

17. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

19. The 1425 Inn

20. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Northeast/Fort Jackson Area

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Top Forest Lake Hotel Reviews

Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson

Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia SC / Ft. Jackson

Charming Bungalow, King Bed, 5min to Ft. Jackson and Downtown

Forest Acres 5BR Home w/ Private Pool & Pool House

Charming cottage in great neighborhood...close to downtown, fort and university

Forest Acres Boho Home | 2BR 1BA

Forest Lake Retreat | Backyard Sanctuary & Hot Tub

5 mins to Fort Jackson - The Wooded Hilltop Ranch

Cute Double-Suite Columbian Apartment Home!

Other attractions near Forest Lake

Palmetto Performing Arts

Palmetto Falls Water Park

Columbia Place Mall

Hilton Field

Richland Library Northeast

Millwood Plantation Ruins

Charlie W. Johnson Stadium

Richland County Tennis Center

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