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

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

1. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Vista, 2.5 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Kevin

HK$1,145

HK$1,283 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

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.

2. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Brian

HK$991

HK$1,110 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows allowing natural light.

3. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 2.8 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Jeanne

HK$967

HK$1,083 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A well-lit living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a staircase leading to an upper level.

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

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

4. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

University Hill, 2.3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Sharon

HK$1,201

HK$1,369 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

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

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a mix of brick and glass facades, and a prominent entrance with a covered walkway.

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

5. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Laurel

HK$859

HK$962 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

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.

6. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 2.9 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Robert

HK$927

HK$1,057 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a dining table with chairs, a microwave, and a blackboard on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance and a brick facade.

A self-service food display with various snacks, beverages, and prepared dishes.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a wooden reception desk, and a large wall art piece.

7. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 2.7 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Sandra

HK$1,130

HK$1,265 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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 modern indoor space with a curved reception desk, a refrigerated display case with beverages, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

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

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

8. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Downtown Columbia, 1.8 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Janel

HK$994

HK$1,113 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

A modern hotel entrance with a green sign, outdoor seating, and planters.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, and a view of buildings through the windows.

9. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

jennifer

HK$894

HK$1,002 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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.

10. Hilton Columbia Center

The Vista, 2.5 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Karen

HK$1,158

HK$1,297 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 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 breakfast area with a long counter, two hanging pendant lights, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

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

11. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

The Vista, 2.8 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Diana

HK$894

HK$1,002 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with a wooden bar area, bar stools, and built-in appliances.

12. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 3.1 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

James

HK$1,060

HK$1,210 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, a patterned carpet, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

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

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

The Vista, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Karla

HK$957

HK$1,205 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

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

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

14. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia, 2.6 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Linda

HK$932

HK$1,044 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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.

15. Marriott Columbia

Downtown Columbia, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Winona

HK$1,247

HK$1,397 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a brick wall.

A building entrance with a blue door, potted plants, and a number sign '724' indicating the property number.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a glass table.

A modern kitchen with red cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a bar area with stools.

16. The Hangar Lofts Hotel

Rosewood, 1 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Brent

HK$1,318

HK$1,476 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A lobby with a chandelier, a reception desk, and a red chair.

An outdoor seating area with wicker tables and chairs, a bar counter, and a ceiling fan.

17. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Downtown Columbia, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Ericka

HK$894

HK$1,002 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tiled walls and benches.

A modern office space with a wooden desk, two office chairs, a computer monitor, teal cabinetry, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern bar area with high stools, a long counter, and a large TV screen.

18. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

Downtown Columbia, 2.7 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Amy

HK$894

HK$1,002 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a bright yellow accent wall, and a visible Hilton sign.

A modern hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including round tables and chairs, and a large central pillar.

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia, 2.7 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Tara

HK$894

HK$1,001 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen area with a built-in microwave, a refrigerator, and a coffee machine.

A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring a mix of stone and concrete facades, large windows, and a parking area with yellow curbs and red bollards.

A reception desk with a black counter, a glass partition, and a view of the city through the glass. There are chairs, a small plant, and a bulletin board with notices.

20. Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Downtown Columbia, 0.3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Brian

HK$534

HK$598 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Lantern Hotel Columbia	9.8 Exceptional 200 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 158 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista	9.4 Exceptional 1,268 reviews	View
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC	9.4 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 914 reviews	View

Top South Carolina State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

10/10 Excellent

"n/a"

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

8/10 Good

"This hotel was very nice. It's new, and therefore, very clean and in great condition. We arrived on a Thursday and after a long travel day were delighted to find that they were having a happy hour with complimentary drinks and snacks. The staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful- especially Gigi. The only downside was that the bedding and towels felt a little cheap, and not very plush or comfortable. Otherwise, I have no complaints for a weekend stay."

Hilton Columbia Center

10/10 Excellent

"One of the nicest little pool areas downtown. Hidden gem. Great hotel."

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location, you can walk to almost any prime dinner location in downtown Columbia. Beds are small in a double, but plenty of clean towels. Staff is very nice a helpful. Biggest disappointment is the parking, $33/day is outrageous. Also the"rooftop" bar is completely enclosed and not as advertised."

Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

8/10 Good

"It’s only a 16 minute walk to the Williams Bryce Stadium"

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, clean rooms, friendly staff."

Hotel Trundle

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this hotel! Clean, easy to get to, parking right next to the building. The lobby is adorable and the beds are soooo comfy!"

Moxy Columbia Downtown

8/10 Good

"Clean, surprisingly quiet and great location, but room was small for 2 people and not well-appointed for game weekend price. No clothing storage. There were hooks on the wall, but no hangers. Bathroom was fine; nice shower."

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

10/10 Excellent

"The staff are so nice!!!"

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University of South Carolina

9.0/10 (2,467 reviews)

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.

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Williams Brice Stadium

8.8/10 (938 reviews)

Catch an event at Williams Brice Stadium during your trip to Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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South Carolina Military Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at South Carolina Military Museum in Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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McKissick Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at McKissick Museum during your travels in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Carolina Coliseum

9.4/10 (23 reviews)

Catch an event at Carolina Coliseum during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Koger Center for the Arts

8.2/10 (134 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Koger Center for the Arts, 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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Colonial Life Arena

8.8/10 (1,029 reviews)

Catch an event at Colonial Life Arena during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Founders Park

Catch an event at Founders Park during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Frequently asked questions

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

South Carolina State Fairgrounds is located in a welcoming area of Columbia that travellers like for its riverfront and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 37 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near South Carolina State Fairgrounds?

Adjacent to South Carolina State Fairgrounds, Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. Another good option is The Hangar Lofts Hotel, located just 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find near South Carolina State Fairgrounds?

Expedia has 37 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from South Carolina State Fairgrounds.

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

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to South Carolina State Fairgrounds.

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

You'll want to browse the collections at South Carolina State Museum, Columbia Museum of Art and South Carolina Military Museum. Explore notable local landmarks like Williams Brice Stadium, South Carolina State House and First Baptist Church. You can check out the local talent at Koger Center for the Arts, Township Auditorium and Town Theatre.

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Our top choices for South Carolina State Fairgrounds hotels

1. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

2. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

3. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

4. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

5. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

6. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

7. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

8. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

9. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

10. Hilton Columbia Center

11. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

12. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

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

14. Moxy Columbia Downtown

15. Marriott Columbia

16. The Hangar Lofts Hotel

17. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

18. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

20. Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Top South Carolina State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Hilton Columbia Center

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Hotel Trundle

Moxy Columbia Downtown

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Other attractions near South Carolina State Fairgrounds

University of South Carolina

Williams Brice Stadium

South Carolina Military Museum

McKissick Museum

Carolina Coliseum

Koger Center for the Arts

Colonial Life Arena

Founders Park

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