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 Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Trundle is the highest ranked property in Downtown Columbia. This hotel offers free breakfast and private decks. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown and Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista .

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 155 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 Robert Mills Historic House and Park and learn about the local history. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Columbia Museum of Art and Soda City Market 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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Our top choices for Downtown Columbia hotels

Breakfast and dinner served, American cuisine

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Downtown Columbia

Jeff

₹12,243 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Feb - 9 Feb

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

Christopher Joseph Paul

₹10,865 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

Lauren

₹9,141 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Feb - 9 Feb

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

Downtown Columbia

Christopher

₹12,582 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Downtown Columbia

Jennifer

₹13,630 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

The Darling Suite | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Hotel Trundle

Downtown Columbia

Josemaria

₹14,277 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

Moxy Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

Orlando

₹10,579 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Downtown Columbia

Joanne

₹12,531 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jan - 30 Jan

Aloft Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

Claudette Lovette

₹11,709 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

Amanda

₹12,970 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

Marriott Columbia

Downtown Columbia

Glenda

₹17,358 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jan - 31 Jan

Hilton Columbia Center

Downtown Columbia

Virginia

₹14,234 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Feb - 9 Feb

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Downtown Columbia

Eugene

₹12,120 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Downtown Columbia

Mercia

₹6,409 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Feb - 12 Feb

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Downtown Columbia

Averi

₹13,044 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Downtown Columbia

Michelle

₹13,771 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Feb - 23 Feb

Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Downtown Columbia

NORMA

₹14,996 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Feb - 10 Feb

The 1425 Inn

Downtown Columbia

Samantha

₹15,749 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jan - 27 Jan

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

Downtown Columbia

Ilesha

₹9,778 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Jan - 1 Feb

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Downtown Columbia

Inti

₹11,916 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

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Where to stay in Downtown Columbia

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

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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Rosewood

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

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Shandon

While Shandon may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Township Auditorium.

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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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University Hill

Visitors to University Hill appreciate its restaurants. A visit to South Carolina State House and Township Auditorium might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

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Top Downtown Columbia Hotel Reviews

Hotel Trundle

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is less than 10 minutes from the university and is very close to all the shopping we needed to get my daughter settled into her apartment. I cannot comment about breakfast because we would leave before breakfast was served. ☹️ The rooms were very clean and everyone at the front desk was very friendly and polite. I will definitely stay at this hotel again when I visit my daughter."