Lake Carolina Travel Guide

Columbia

A wooden pier extending into calm water during sunset.

Stay near popular Lake Carolina attractions

Harborside Circle Park

After visiting Harborside Circle Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbia.
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Things to do

Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

฿434
per traveller
Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Columbia, SC

Capital City Heritage Walk Guided Tour

฿1,252
per adult
Capital City Heritage Walk Guided Tour
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Top hotels in Lake Carolina

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

3 out of 5
434 Columbiana Dr Columbia SC
The price is ฿2,868 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿2,868
฿3,213 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,274 reviews)
"clean room. good coffee"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson

3 out of 5
7333 Garners Ferry Rd Columbia SC
The price is ฿3,424 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿3,424
฿3,835 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Williams Brice Stadium and Colonial ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"Corridors were uninspired and did not set a tone for a warm, welcoming room. The room was pretty basic. Nothing special, but nothing to complain about either. Comfortable bed and cool air. The bathroom was a bit small and the sink was in the outer room. Probably the best thing about this hotel was ..."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
Sleep Inn Columbia

Sleep Inn Columbia

2.5 out of 5
1901 Rockland Rd Columbia SC
The price is ฿2,825 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
฿2,825
฿3,051 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,201 reviews)
"Checking in, front desk receptionist seemed like she really didnt want to be there. Didnt greet us or cracked the smallest smile."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

Sleep Inn Columbia
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

2.5 out of 5
400 Gervais Street Columbia SC
The price is ฿3,282 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿3,282
฿3,676 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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 ...
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

2.5 out of 5
185 Stoneridge Drive Columbia SC
The price is ฿3,328 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,328
฿3,794 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,137 reviews)
"Breakfast, super clean, lots of space to work"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone
Hotel Trundle

Hotel Trundle

3 out of 5
1224 Taylor Street Columbia SC
The price is ฿5,684 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿5,684
฿6,366 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Hotel Trundle
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Where to stay in Lake Carolina

Find the best Lake Carolina areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Trinity Episcopal Church with a cemetery and a fence.

Downtown Columbia

Downtown Columbia is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to South Carolina State House and Columbia Museum of Art while you're in town.

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a prominent dome structure, and a well-lit street.

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.

A cityscape with prominent government buildings, including a large white structure with columns and a dome, surrounded by smaller buildings and a mix of green spaces and urban development.

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.

A cityscape with a prominent historic building surrounded by modern skyscrapers.

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.

A cityscape with a prominent historic building with a dome, surrounded by modern skyscrapers and a mix of greenery.

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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