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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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 ฿2,842 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿2,842
฿3,183 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 ...
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson

Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson

2.5 out of 5
1539 Horseshoe Dr Columbia SC
The price is ฿2,603 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿2,603
฿2,915 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,530 reviews)
"Couch outdoor got neglected with sun and rain. Food ok i mean its free thanks for that. Potato frie"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026

Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson
Sleep Inn Columbia

Sleep Inn Columbia

2.5 out of 5
1901 Rockland Rd Columbia SC
The price is ฿2,804 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿2,804
฿3,028 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (1,186 reviews)
"Hair under the mattress. Patched walls but left unsanded/unpainted."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 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 ฿3,251 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿3,251
฿3,642 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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
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 ฿3,484 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿3,484
฿3,902 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Clean and renovated rooms. Great staff."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
Quality Inn Columbia Airport

Quality Inn Columbia Airport

2.5 out of 5
2516 Augusta Rd West Columbia SC
The price is ฿2,095 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿2,095
฿2,263 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in West Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
6.8/10 (1,004 reviews)
"Le lit est fini! La salle de bain est moisie"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Quality Inn Columbia Airport
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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 large white building with a dome and columns, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

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 State Fairgrounds and Williams Brice Stadium.

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.

A cityscape with a large stadium, dense urban buildings, and surrounding greenery.

Eau Claire

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

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