What is Downtown Columbia like?

Downtown Columbia is an historic neighbourhood known for its bar scene. Are you looking for Downtown Columbia travel tips? Make sure that you visit South Carolina State House and Columbia Museum of Art while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Columbia?

Based on our traveller data, Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Columbia. This hotel offers free breakfast and a fitness centre. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Hotel Trundle and Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC .

How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown Columbia?

If you're searching for places to stay in Columbia, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 182 Downtown Columbia hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Columbia, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Downtown Columbia.

What can I see and do in this Columbia neighbourhood?

Explore Downtown Columbia's landmarks such as South Carolina State House, First Baptist Church and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens and learn about the local history. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Columbia Museum of Art and Koger Center for the Arts are some other places worth a visit. African American History Monument, North Carolina Mutual Building and Columbia Regional Visitors Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Columbia. When you're sightseeing in Columbia, Town Theatre and Nathaniel J. Frederick House are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Downtown Columbia and the greater Columbia area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Columbia Station.

The Best Hotels in Downtown Columbia, Columbia - 2026 Updated Prices

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A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a television.

1. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Downtown Columbia

Thomas

₹10,975 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a prominent Hilton sign, featuring a brick facade and multiple windows.

2. Hilton Columbia Center

Downtown Columbia

Thomas

₹14,738 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

Downtown Columbia

maggie

₹10,757 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a patterned carpet.

4. Marriott Columbia

Downtown Columbia

Aidan

₹14,783 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

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

5. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

Downtown Columbia

Nichole

₹14,916 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A modern living room with a blue cabinet, a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and patterned ottomans.

6. Hotel Trundle

Downtown Columbia

Nicolas

₹17,434 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

7. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Downtown Columbia

Cherrelle

₹13,719 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

8. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Downtown Columbia

Bart

₹12,549 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

9. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

Jennifer

₹10,378 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An outdoor patio area with brick walls, a covered seating area, and a fire pit.

10. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Downtown Columbia

Keith H.

₹9,506 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Nov - 29 Nov

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

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

Downtown Columbia

Karla

₹12,994 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden stools, and a curved seating arrangement.

12. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

Downtown Columbia

Diane

₹16,493 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

13. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

Brian

₹13,430 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

14. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Downtown Columbia

Jeffrey

₹15,001 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a variety of bottles.

15. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

Glenda

₹11,869 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A rooftop lounge with a city view, including a prominent dome building, at sunset.

16. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

mario

₹11,592 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

Rebecca

₹10,507 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

18. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Downtown Columbia

Desiree

₹10,529 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A building entrance with a stone facade, large glass doors, and a wooden archway.

19. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Downtown Columbia

Mingkang

₹13,506 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

20. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

Downtown Columbia

melvina

₹11,250 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Columbia

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Lantern Hotel Columbia	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 227 reviews	View
Hotel Trundle	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 166 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,250 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 970 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Columbia

Find the best Downtown Columbia areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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The Vista

The Vista is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Colonial Life Arena and Koger Center for the Arts while in the area.

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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.

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

Seven Oaks

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

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St. Andrews

St. Andrews is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Harbison State Forest and BTM Dutch Square Cinema 14 while you're in town.

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Eau Claire

Travellers like the parks in Eau Claire, and Imara Woman is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Top Downtown Columbia Hotel Reviews

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

10/10 Excellent

"Location for us was perfect. The staff were friendly and very helpful. The hotel was very nice."

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

8/10 Good

"Well the stay overall was very pleasant. My main concern and its a small one but still impactful was the coffee was never hot no matter what time I got some. It was always a warm and I had to heat it in the microwave. The was the coffee that is always available in the lobby...not in the rooms. Other than that, the stay was very nice. Oh... I am always used to having waffles at a continental breakfast but we were told they only offer waffles on the weekend. I joked that this hotel was too grown for me if they didnt offer waffles at breakfast...lol. Again, great stay and I would definitely return."

Moxy Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic stay, friendly staff, wonderful location. The bartenders created delicious cocktails. The overall.aesthetic of the property was fun and vibrant. Walking distance to many delicious restaurants. Use the ear plugs when you sleep, you can hear the people stomping above your rooms, and people sneezing nextdoor."

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1. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

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4. Marriott Columbia

5. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

6. Hotel Trundle

7. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

8. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

9. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

10. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

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

12. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

13. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

14. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

15. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

16. Moxy Columbia Downtown

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

18. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

19. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

20. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

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Where to stay in Downtown Columbia

The Vista

Rosewood

Seven Oaks

St. Andrews

Eau Claire

Top Downtown Columbia Hotel Reviews

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