Downtown Columbia Travel Guide

Columbia

A large church with a tall bell tower and a cross on top.
A large, two-story building with a central entrance flanked by columns, surrounded by a brick pathway and greenery.
Downtown Columbia
A historic church with a tall tower and arched windows.
A modern building with a grid-like facade, surrounded by lush greenery and a patterned wall.

Stay near popular Downtown Columbia attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown Columbia

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

2.5 out of 5
400 Gervais Street Columbia SC
The price is ฿3,654 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿3,654
฿4,093 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Colonial Life Arena and Riverbanks Zoo and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (734 reviews)
"Friendly staff and clean property"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

3 out of 5
630 Assembly St Columbia SC
The price is ฿4,227 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿4,227
฿4,734 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Accomodations were very nice. Convenient to University of South Carolina, as we were there for orientation."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

3 out of 5
819 Gervais Street Columbia SC
The price is ฿3,943 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿3,943
฿4,417 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Parking was easy. Didn’t know it was extra. Breakfast was good. Pool was very cold."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

3.5 out of 5
1000 Lady Street Columbia SC
The price is ฿4,141 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿4,141
฿4,638 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,216 reviews)
"This is my go-to hotel in Columbia. Clean, modern, comfortable and in a great location in downtown Columbia!"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

4 out of 5
1619 Pendleton Street Columbia SC
The price is ฿4,486 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
฿4,486
฿5,114 total
3 Jul - 4 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Such a fun property to stay at. I enjoyed taking an early evening walk in campus."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

3 out of 5
511 Lady Street Columbia SC
The price is ฿4,639 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
฿4,639
฿5,296 total
3 Jul - 4 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Super clean, comfortable, with friendly staff. Reasonable parking and a good walkable location in the Vista. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
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Where to stay in Downtown Columbia

Find the best Downtown Columbia areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

Rosewood

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rosewood and surrounding area, you can visit South Carolina Military Museum and South Carolina State Fairgrounds.

Seven Oaks

Seven Oaks is noteworthy for its coffee shops, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saluda Shoals Park and Three Rivers Greenway.

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 Township Auditorium.

Eau Claire

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



Downtown Columbia Travel Guide