Columbia, MD

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Columbia

Find the best Columbia areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Town Center

While visiting Town Center, you might make a stop by sights like Merriweather Post Pavilion and The Mall in Columbia.

Oakland Mills

Oakland Mills might not have many top sights, but Blandair Regional Park and Howard County Center of African American Culture are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Harper's Choice

While there might not be top attractions in Harper's Choice, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Mall in Columbia and Merriweather Post Pavilion.

Long Reach

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Long Reach and surrounding area, you can visit Blandair Regional Park and The Mall in Columbia.

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Guilford

Though Guilford might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cinemark Columbia Snowden and Historic Savage Mill.

Sonesta Select Columbia

Sonesta Select Columbia

3 out of 5
8910 Stanford Blvd Columbia MD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 316 per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
AED 316
AED 357 total
30 Sep - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,583 reviews)
"Very helpful staff and clean room"

Reviewed on 21 September 2026

Sonesta Select Columbia
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baltimore BWI Airport

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baltimore BWI Airport

3 out of 5
1734 W Nursery Rd Linthicum Heights MD
The price is AED 268 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
AED 268
AED 306 total
27 Sep - 28 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Linthicum Heights. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,772 reviews)
"We always enjoy staying at this La Quinta -- great staff, good housekeeping, just really nice. The little lower score was only for my request of a certain room -- it was not available apparently. Just disappointed, but we will still come as always. Thanks."

Reviewed on 21 September 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baltimore BWI Airport
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

3 out of 5
1225 First St NE Washington DC
The price is AED 428 per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
AED 428
AED 496 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,200 reviews)
"I would definitely come back for a stay. I came for a quick staycation and loved it. The staff is friendly and helpful. The hotel is clean and noise is non-existent. Walkable restaurants and Harris Teeter at the end of the block. If you are ever in the Washington , D.C. area this hotel will not ..."

Reviewed on 20 September 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
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Global Luxury Suites Bethesda Chevy Chase

Global Luxury Suites Bethesda Chevy Chase

3.5 out of 5
4850 Rugby Ave Bethesda MD
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Bethesda. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Smithsonian's National ...
8/10 Very Good! (118 reviews)
"TERRIBLE customer service. Despite being aware we were travelling with a baby, it took 7 phone calls and 8 emails to resolve all issues with check-in, obtaining a cot bed, and parking permit. Not well setup for international guests, the credit card authorisation link and process needs redoing. Nice ..."

Reviewed on 20 September 2026

Global Luxury Suites Bethesda Chevy Chase
Convention center Indoor free parking

Convention center Indoor free parking

4 out of 5
25 Light St Baltimore MD
Book a stay at this business-friendly apartment in Baltimore. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Baltimore Inner ...
Convention center Indoor free parking
Luxe Houseboat with Epic 360 Views of Baltimore Harbor

Luxe Houseboat with Epic 360 Views of Baltimore Harbor

Baltimore MD
Stay at this houseboat in Baltimore. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina and Oriole Park at Camden ...
10/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
"Great location and very easy process"

Reviewed on 13 September 2026

Luxe Houseboat with Epic 360 Views of Baltimore Harbor
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Columbia attractions

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Merriweather Post Pavilion

8.6/10 (215 reviews)
You can make plans for a show at Merriweather Post Pavilion on your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals.
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Cities near Columbia

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Baltimore