Melrose Heights
Columbia
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Popular places to visit
Fort Jackson
After visiting Fort Jackson, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
University of South Carolina
Explore the campus of University of South Carolina, a top university in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
Why not meet the animals who call Riverbanks Zoo and Garden home during your holiday in Columbia? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
South Carolina State House
Inspect the many monuments and political symbols that decorate the grounds and majestic mansion of the state’s most important structure.
Williams Brice Stadium
Catch an event at Williams Brice Stadium during your trip to Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Colonial Life Arena
Catch an event at Colonial Life Arena during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Melrose Heights
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
"Our receptionist was friendly, but the room we booked was not what we received. We booked a room for four person capacity (3 actually staying in the room) Should have been a king bed and a pull out sofa. When we got to our room there was a king bed and a chair. We asked for a room with a sofa or ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
"Overall clean and nice with a small free breakfast! However, the AC was a little strong, and the WiFi was spotty in our room."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
"The room was spotless!! I enjoyed the shower with glass doors. The staff was great and very helpful. The Breakfast was excellent!! The seasoning was spot on and great variety of breakfast options to choose from."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
"Very clean"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
"It’s a fun hotel to stay at!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
"They have done a good job of updating the rooms although our bathroom was tiny and that was the only place I could find both a mirror and plugs. They need a mirror over the desk like area with plugs for hair tools. Do NOT drive a taller vehicle up to the check in area. 6 feet is the maximum height ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Melrose Heights
Old Shandon
While Old Shandon may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Columbia Urban League and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium.
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 Columbia Urban League and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium.
Lyon Street
While Lyon Street isn't home to many top sights, Columbia Urban League and Township Auditorium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Waverly
Though Waverly may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Columbia Urban League and Township Auditorium.
Five Points
The bars and live music are a few reasons travellers visit Five Points. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Columbia Urban League and Township Auditorium are a few top sights nearby.
Pinehurst
While Pinehurst isn't home to many top sights, Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Columbia Urban League are some notable places to visit nearby.
