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

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.

A modern building with a brick facade, large windows, and outdoor exercise equipment.

1. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Vista, 2.5 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Theresa

HK$1,200

HK$1,344 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 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 hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bed, and a TV mounted on the wall.

2. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Brian

HK$990

HK$1,109 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

3. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Andrew Thomas

HK$765

HK$857 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

4. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 2.8 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Thomas

HK$841

HK$942 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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.

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

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

5. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

University Hill, 2.3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Heather Massey

HK$1,087

HK$1,239 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 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.

6. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 2.9 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Michelle

HK$860

HK$980 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

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

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

7. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Downtown Columbia, 1.8 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

maggie

HK$793

HK$888 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a microwave, and a coffee machine.

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

A breakfast bar with coffee makers, a fruit bowl, and a water dispenser.

8. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 2.7 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Cherrelle

HK$863

HK$966 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A rooftop lounge with a city view, including a prominent dome building, at sunset.

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

A cozy room with a brick wall, a brown leather sofa, and shelves with various items.

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

9. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia, 2.6 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

mario

HK$880

HK$986 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

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

10. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

The Vista, 2.8 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Keith H.

HK$823

HK$922 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 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 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.

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 3.1 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Diane

HK$927

HK$1,058 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern building with a glass facade and a sign reading "SCSM".

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

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

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

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

The Vista, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Karla

HK$902

HK$1,143 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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

A hotel room with a large TV, a glass desk, a sofa, and a view of a building through the window.

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

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

13. Hilton Columbia Center

The Vista, 2.5 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Thomas

HK$1,087

HK$1,217 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

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

A hotel entrance with a wooden facade, a reception desk, and a sign reading "TWELVE HUNDRED".

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

14. Marriott Columbia

Downtown Columbia, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Aidan

HK$1,090

HK$1,221 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and large windows with curtains.

A modern bar area with a sign reading "TOAST ORDER HERE," bar stools, a counter with a laptop, and a display of liquor bottles.

15. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Desiree

HK$776

HK$870 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a coffee maker, and a sink. There is a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a blue chair and a table.

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

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

16. The Hangar Lofts Hotel

Rosewood, 1 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Brent

HK$1,318

HK$1,476 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

A historic building with ornate architectural details, a prominent entrance, and flags.

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

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

Bart

HK$925

HK$1,036 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a large window providing a view.

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.

18. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

Downtown Columbia, 2.7 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

melvina

HK$765

HK$857 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

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

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

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

david

HK$765

HK$857 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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

A bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

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

Timothy

HK$502

HK$562 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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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 221 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 165 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 958 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista	9.4 Exceptional 1,252 reviews	View
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Top South Carolina State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Hotel Trundle

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was immaculate! We didn’t even expect the complimentary breakfast or outstanding customer service. Their king sized bed was also the biggest and most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept on. We will be sure to book again in the future!"

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

8/10 Good

"Close proximity to venue was perfect!"

Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very clean the bed was very comfortable"

Moxy Columbia Downtown

8/10 Good

"Hotel was very well located, while clean and modern. The room was very small. The room basically only fit the 2 beds. No closet. And the bathroom was small. But overall it was very nice."

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was fantastic and the gentleman that signed us in was phenomenal and. Courteous."

Renovated 1 BR, 1 BA in the Heart of USC Campus

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, easy, excellent communication"

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

8/10 Good

"Coffee situation was dubious. Staff were very nice. Some rooms do not have windows!!!"

Quintessential 2-bedroom bungalow in the heart of Shandon in Columbia, SC.

10/10 Excellent

"Just love this place!"

The Landing at Wheat St.| 2Br in the heart of USC

10/10 Excellent

"1) great location2) very clean and comfortable 3) though next to a major university very quiet 4) great communication w Wendy….would certainly stay again."

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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 Military Museum, South Carolina State Museum and Columbia Museum of Art. 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. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

4. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

5. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

6. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

7. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

8. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

9. Moxy Columbia Downtown

10. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

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

13. Hilton Columbia Center

14. Marriott Columbia

15. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

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

Hotel Trundle

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Moxy Columbia Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Renovated 1 BR, 1 BA in the Heart of USC Campus

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

Quintessential 2-bedroom bungalow in the heart of Shandon in Columbia, SC.

The Landing at Wheat St.| 2Br in the heart of USC

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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