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Our top choices for University Hill hotels

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

1. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
4.0 star property
University Hill
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"The hotel has a cozy, inviting ambiance."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is AED 509
AED 580 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, white sofas, and red umbrellas.

2. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 0.4 km from University Hill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (569 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast, staff was awesome and courteous"
United States
melvina
The price is AED 358
AED 401 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, 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.

3. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.1 km from University Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"We love it there! We stay there very time we visit our daughter at USC! They are so friendly it’s super clean"
United States
maggie
The price is AED 372
AED 416 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a television.

4. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
3.5 star property
The Vista, 1.3 km from University Hill
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,251 reviews)
"Friendly staff and rooms are extremely clean."
United States
Thomas
The price is AED 379
AED 425 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
A rooftop lounge with a city view, including a prominent dome building, at sunset.

5. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Moxy Columbia Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 0.9 km from University Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (311 reviews)
"Great staff and lovely environment"
United States
mario
The price is AED 400
AED 448 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Moxy Columbia Downtown
An outdoor patio area with brick walls, a covered seating area, and a fire pit.

6. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
2.5 star property
The Vista, 1.5 km from University Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very convenient to the downtown area"
United States
Keith H.
The price is AED 328
AED 368 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
A modern room with large windows, a green armchair, a brown chair, a small round table, and a potted plant.

7. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.1 km from University Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (835 reviews)
"Room was very clean, bed super comfortable, nice view of the city."
United States
Desiree
The price is AED 364
AED 407 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a patterned carpet.

8. Marriott Columbia

Marriott Columbia
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.1 km from University Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff were great and it’s very conveniently located"
United States
Aidan
The price is AED 511
AED 572 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Marriott Columbia
A modern living room with a blue cabinet, a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and patterned ottomans.

9. Hotel Trundle

Hotel Trundle
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.3 km from University Hill
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great spot to stay."
United States
Nicolas
The price is AED 602
AED 674 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Hotel Trundle
A multi-story hotel with a prominent Hilton sign, featuring a brick facade and multiple windows.

10. Hilton Columbia Center

Hilton Columbia Center
3.5 star property
The Vista, 1.3 km from University Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Super friendly folks & nice location."
United States
Thomas
The price is AED 509
AED 570 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hilton Columbia Center
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

11. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
3.0 star property
The Vista, 1.5 km from University Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Close proximity to venue was perfect!"
United States
Cherrelle
The price is AED 474
AED 531 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
A spacious indoor area with wooden flooring, multiple seating arrangements including tables and chairs, and large windows providing natural light.

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG
2.5 star property
The Vista, 1.5 km from University Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (805 reviews)
"Really nice room. Front desk was awesome."
United States
Karla
The price is AED 393
AED 503 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG
A rooftop bar with tables and chairs, overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

13. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.1 km from University Hill
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Unique and beautiful old architecture."
United States
Bart
The price is AED 433
AED 485 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a variety of bottles.

14. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
The Vista, 1.5 km from University Hill
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (896 reviews)
"My stay was excellent."
United States
Glenda
The price is AED 403
AED 459 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
A spacious indoor area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a seating area with sofas and a TV.

15. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Lantern Hotel Columbia
4.0 star property
The Vista, 1.2 km from University Hill
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (228 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 515
AED 577 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Lantern Hotel Columbia
A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden stools, and a curved seating arrangement.

16. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
3.0 star property
The Vista, 2 km from University Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 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 modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a decorative wall with geometric patterns.

17. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
2.5 star property
The Vista, 2.1 km from University Hill
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (971 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Jennifer
The price is AED 358
AED 401 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
A modern dining area with a central island, multiple seating options, and pendant lighting.

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
Arsenal Hill, 2.2 km from University Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay when visiting U of SC"
United States
Rebecca
The price is AED 363
AED 406 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
A building entrance with a stone facade, large glass doors, and a wooden archway.

19. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 2.5 km from University Hill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Mingkang
The price is AED 466
AED 522 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a TV.

20. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
The Vista, 2.1 km from University Hill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (166 reviews)
"Great Place to stay"
United States
Brian
The price is AED 464
AED 519 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
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Compare popular hotels in University Hill

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A two-story brick house with a porch, a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,004 reviews
View
A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a television.
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,251 reviews
View
A spacious indoor area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a seating area with sofas and a TV.
The Lantern Hotel Columbia
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
228 reviews
View
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a decorative wall with geometric patterns.
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
971 reviews
View
An outdoor patio area with brick walls, a covered seating area, and a fire pit.
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
View

Where to stay in University Hill

Find the best University Hill areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
Trinity Episcopal Church with a cemetery and a fence.

Downtown Columbia

Travelers come to Downtown Columbia for its lively bars, and you can see top attractions like South Carolina State House and Columbia Museum of Art while you're in town.

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a prominent dome structure, and a well-lit street.

The Vista

The Vista is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Colonial Life Arena or Koger Center for the Arts.

A cityscape with prominent government buildings, including a large white structure with columns and a dome, surrounded by smaller buildings and a mix of green spaces and urban development.

Rosewood

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rosewood and surrounding area, you can visit South Carolina Military Museum and South Carolina State Fairgrounds.

A cityscape with a prominent historic building surrounded by modern skyscrapers.

Seven Oaks

Seven Oaks is noteworthy for its coffeehouses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saluda Shoals Park and Three Rivers Greenway.

A cityscape with prominent government buildings, including a large white structure with columns and a dome, surrounded by smaller buildings and a mix of green spaces and urban development.

St. Andrews

Travelers come to St. Andrews for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Harbison State Forest and BTM Dutch Square Cinema 14 while you're in town.

Top University Hill Hotel Reviews

Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

10/10 Excellent
"This is the 2nd time I booked this hotel in 2 weeks because I loved it so much! Staff is so friendly! Rooms are super clean. Very reasonable price! Breakfast is a nice touch! The river walk is a 3 min drive and it’s awesome! Highly recommend!"
Kellie 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in University Hill?
University Hill is a welcoming neighborhood known for its array of dining options and sporting events.
Where is the best place to stay in University Hill?
Based on our traveler data, Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC is one of the top choices for your stay in University Hill. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from University of South Carolina, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center.
How many hotels can I expect to find in University Hill?
Book one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodations in University Hill and start exploring everything Columbia has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University Hill, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. 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. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer in University Hill.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to University Hill?
For additional details about changing or cancelling your trip to University Hill, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What is there to do around this Columbia neighborhood?
McKissick Museum, Town Theatre, and Columbia Urban League are just a few of the places to visit in and around University Hill. While you're out sightseeing in Columbia, be sure to visit other sights like African American History Monument or Wilson House.