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

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a decorative partition, and a visible kitchen area.

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

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outside.

1. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Vista, 1.1 km from South Carolina State Museum

Theresa

₹15,236

₹17,065 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 named 'Hotel Trundle' with a brick facade, American and another flag, and potted plants in front.

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.

2. Hotel Trundle

Downtown Columbia, 1.6 km from South Carolina State Museum

Nicolas

₹16,348

₹18,310 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, a built-in washer and dryer, and a view of the city.

A pool table with balls, a bar area, and a large TV screen.

3. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 0.1 km from South Carolina State Museum

Brian

₹12,216

₹13,682 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a wall-mounted TV.

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

4. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 0.1 km from South Carolina State Museum

Andrew Thomas

₹9,677

₹10,839 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A dining area with a round wooden table, a vase of flowers, a lamp, and a patterned rug.

5. The 1425 Inn

Downtown Columbia, 2.1 km from South Carolina State Museum

Mary

₹11,383

₹15,456 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a large window.

A modern dining area with marble tables and cushioned chairs, a central chandelier, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern hotel room with a sectional sofa, a small table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

6. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 1.1 km from South Carolina State Museum

Jeanne

₹12,305

₹13,781 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A traditional library with a fireplace, leather seating, and a patterned rug.

An outdoor patio area with brick buildings, tables, chairs, and umbrellas.

A bar area with a coffee machine, stools, and a menu board.

7. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

University Hill, 2.1 km from South Carolina State Museum

Heather Massey

₹14,232

₹16,224 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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 lounge area with a blue sofa, hanging chairs, and a table with chairs.

A breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items and a sign reading "TOP IT BREAKFAST".

8. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

3.2 km from South Carolina State Museum

Kim

₹9,439

₹10,761 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A kitchen with a brick wall, wooden cabinets, a coffee machine, a waffle maker, and a large window with a view of trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

A spacious indoor area with a large gray sofa, multiple tables, chairs, and a television mounted on the wall.

9. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 1.2 km from South Carolina State Museum

Mingkang

₹14,704

₹16,468 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, round tables, and artwork on the walls.

A pool table in a modern indoor setting with large windows, a patterned rug, and bar stools.

A modern lounge area with blue sofas, yellow and red cushions, a glass coffee table, and a large mural of a cityscape.

10. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 0.9 km from South Carolina State Museum

Robert

₹12,251

₹13,967 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A modern interior with a reception desk, a bench, and a wall with a bulletin board.

A modern laundry room with a table, chairs, and washing machines.

A delivery drop area with a wooden shelf holding bags and a locker area with numbered lockers.

A modern kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a sink, and a microwave.

11. LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone

3.2 km from South Carolina State Museum

Robertson

₹11,026

₹12,569 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a modern ceiling design.

A modern hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

12. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 0.4 km from South Carolina State Museum

James

₹12,251

₹13,986 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and a view of the cityscape in the background.

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

A modern building entrance with a geometric ceiling design, large glass doors, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television screen above the bar.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Downtown Columbia, 1.5 km from South Carolina State Museum

CHRISTINE

₹13,074

₹14,643 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

A hotel with a modern facade, a well-lit entrance, and an American flag.

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 0.7 km from South Carolina State Museum

Tameka

₹9,557

₹10,704 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern building with large glass windows and a brick facade.

A brick wall with a plaque reading "University of South Carolina" and a pathway leading through a landscaped area with trees.

A serene park with a fountain, benches, and lush greenery.

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

The Vista, 1 km from South Carolina State Museum

Karla

₹11,802

₹14,862 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel room with a gray sectional sofa, a framed painting of a bridge, a wooden headboard, and a large window.

A gym with multiple treadmills, a wall mural of runners, and a water dispenser.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large screen.

16. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 0.8 km from South Carolina State Museum

Kelcie

₹13,930

₹15,601 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

The Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center with a modern architectural design, featuring large windows and a prominent entrance.

A modern bar area with a high ceiling, bar stools, and a central bar counter.

A modern breakfast area with a long counter, two hanging pendant lights, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

17. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

The Vista, 0.8 km from South Carolina State Museum

Diana

₹11,026

₹12,349 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, marble flooring, and elegant furniture.

A modern living room with a dining table, blue chairs, a chandelier, a brick accent wall, and a television.

A bar area with multiple stools, a marble countertop, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

18. Hilton Columbia Center

The Vista, 1 km from South Carolina State Museum

Thomas

₹14,992

₹16,791 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A rooftop lounge with a fire pit, seating area, and a view of the cityscape at sunset.

A bar area with a check-in counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, featuring a large window, decorative wall art, and a lamp.

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and a mural of a cityscape.

19. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia, 1.4 km from South Carolina State Museum

mario

₹12,450

₹13,944 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A modern restaurant with multiple dining areas, including booths and tables, and a central seating area with a blue sofa.

A Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sculpture in front of the building.

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

20. Marriott Columbia

Downtown Columbia, 1.5 km from South Carolina State Museum

Aidan

₹20,218

₹22,644 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to South Carolina State Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Lantern Hotel Columbia	9.8 Exceptional 212 reviews	View
Hotel Trundle	9.8 Exceptional 1,008 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 164 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 947 reviews	View
The 1425 Inn	9.6 Exceptional 285 reviews	View

Top South Carolina State Museum Hotel Reviews

Hotel Trundle

10/10 Excellent

"This is my favorite hotel to book in Columbia. The beds are soft and the breakfast is full and delicious!"

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"This property was amazing. It was extremely clean with plenty of seating, good food and breakfast was awesome."

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

8/10 Good

"The staff was really nice and welcoming. Not sure if the vents were cleaned because me and my guest were sneezing a lot when in the bathroom. Other than that the stay was good"

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

10/10 Excellent

"Nice n clean easygoing bed was comfortable"

Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

10/10 Excellent

"I really like Tru Hilton and how they changed up their rooms. The mattress was Amazing! kinda missed not having a coffee pot in room but totally get it."

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

8/10 Good

"Breakfast is available at a separate cost"

Hilton Columbia Center

10/10 Excellent

"Super friendly folks & nice location."

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

10/10 Excellent

"Location was convenient. Hotel was very clean and the staff was not only helpful but very friendly."

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

8/10 Good

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EdVenture Children's Museum

8.8/10 (46 reviews)

You can take time to visit EdVenture Children's Museum during your travels to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum

You can browse the exhibits at South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Trustus Theatre

Enjoy a performance at Trustus Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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West Columbia Riverwalk

8.2/10 (126 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at West Columbia Riverwalk, a lovely green space in West Columbia. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Columbia Regional Visitors Center

You can learn about the history of Columbia when you stop by Columbia Regional Visitors Center. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center

8.4/10 (594 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Columbia Marionette Theater

6.0/10 (5 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Columbia Marionette Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Richard Samuel Roberts House

You can learn about the history of Columbia with a visit to Richard Samuel Roberts House. While in this walkable area, you can savour the lively bars.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Carolina State Museum?

South Carolina State Museum is located in a historic area of Columbia known for its popular theatre scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 67 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near South Carolina State Museum?

Adjacent to South Carolina State Museum, Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a fitness centre. Other good choices within a short distance include Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista and The Lantern Hotel Columbia.

How many hotels will I be able to find near South Carolina State Museum?

Expedia has 67 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from South Carolina State Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Carolina State Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near South Carolina State Museum.

What can I see and do near South Carolina State Museum?

You'll want to browse the collections at Columbia Museum of Art, South Carolina Military Museum and Robert Mills Historic House and Park. South Carolina State House, First Baptist Church and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can check out the local talent at Koger Center for the Arts, Township Auditorium and Town Theatre.

How can I get to South Carolina State Museum?

If you're hopping a train into the city, Columbia Station is the closest stop to Downtown Columbia. There might not be many public transport choices close to South Carolina State Museum so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

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Our top choices for South Carolina State Museum hotels

1. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

2. Hotel Trundle

3. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

4. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

5. The 1425 Inn

6. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

7. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

8. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

9. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

10. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

11. LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone

12. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

13. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

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

16. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

17. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

18. Hilton Columbia Center

19. Moxy Columbia Downtown

20. Marriott Columbia

Compare popular hotels close to South Carolina State Museum

Top South Carolina State Museum Hotel Reviews

Hotel Trundle

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Hilton Columbia Center

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Other attractions near South Carolina State Museum

EdVenture Children's Museum

South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum

Trustus Theatre

West Columbia Riverwalk

Columbia Regional Visitors Center

Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center

Columbia Marionette Theater

Richard Samuel Roberts House

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