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, Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Columbia. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from University of South Carolina, and it offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown and Hyatt Place 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 185 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 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.

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Our top choices for Downtown Columbia hotels

1. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Downtown Columbia

Jennifer

HK$1,112 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

2. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Downtown Columbia

Katherine

HK$1,038 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

3. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

Jason

HK$857 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

4. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

Robert

HK$1,072 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

5. The Lantern Columbia

Downtown Columbia

Barbara

HK$1,304 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

6. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Downtown Columbia

Kathleen lusardi

HK$966 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

Downtown Columbia

Danielle

HK$1,179 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

8. Hotel Trundle

Downtown Columbia

Ashleigh

HK$1,484 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

9. Marriott Columbia

Downtown Columbia

Lisa

HK$1,397 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

Tameka

HK$862 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

11. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

Brenda

HK$1,131 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

12. Hilton Columbia Center

Downtown Columbia

Karen

HK$1,217 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

13. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

Downtown Columbia

Vivian

HK$1,134 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

14. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Downtown Columbia

William

HK$949 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

15. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Downtown Columbia

Stacy

HK$1,038 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

16. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Downtown Columbia

Mary

HK$929 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

17. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Downtown Columbia

Lisa

HK$1,309 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

18. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

TIMOTHY

HK$1,109 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

19. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Downtown Columbia

Nicholas

HK$1,107 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia

Rocsuniete

HK$972 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Columbia

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Lantern Columbia	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 169 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 152 reviews	View
The 1425 Inn	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 278 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 848 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,261 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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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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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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Eau Claire

Travellers like the parks in Eau Claire, and Three Rivers Greenway is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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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 Township Auditorium and South Carolina State Fairgrounds.

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