Lake Carolina Travel Guide
Columbia
Visit Lake Carolina
Stay near popular Lake Carolina attractions
Things to do
Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Lake Carolina
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
"Staff at the front desk were very helpful and friendly. There was long black hair on the bathroom floor as if someone had cleaned out their hair brush. The faucet in the tub/shower dripped constantly. The bed was comfortable and the hotel was quiet."
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
Sleep Inn Columbia
"It was a great stay for me and the family would stay again!"
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone
"The rate was reasonable, the property was clean and colorfully decorated, the free parking was a plus, and the breakfast outstanding! Would highly recommend."
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026
Hotel Trundle
"Staff are very nice and attentive. Hotel os very nice!"
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Lake Carolina
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.
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 Township Auditorium and South Carolina State Fairgrounds.
