The Best Hotels Closest to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden in Columbia for 2026

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a TV.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bed, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A pool table with balls, a bar area, and a large TV screen.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, a built-in washer and dryer, and a view of the city.

1. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 2.8 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

TIMOTHY

￥20,051

￥22,456 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a decorative wall with geometric patterns.

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

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a wall-mounted TV.

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

2. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 2.8 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Brandon

￥15,494

￥17,354 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, hanging chairs, and a table with chairs.

A breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items and a sign reading "TOP IT BREAKFAST".

A modern cafe with a central display of snacks and beverages, a seating area with sofas, and a ceiling with unique lighting fixtures.

3. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

0.7 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Kiera

￥15,494

￥17,664 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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 modern hotel building with a prominent sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A pool table in a modern indoor setting with large windows, a patterned rug, and bar stools.

4. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 3.2 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Robert

￥20,109

￥22,522 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden stools, and a curved seating arrangement.

A modern hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a TV, and a large mirror.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a modern ceiling design.

5. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 2.7 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Vivian

￥22,809

￥26,041 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

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

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

A serene park with a fountain, benches, and lush greenery.

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

The Vista, 3.2 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Andrea

￥18,736

￥23,682 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A delivery drop area with a wooden shelf holding bags and a locker area with numbered lockers.

A modern interior with a reception desk, a bench, and a wall with a bulletin board.

7. LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone

0.7 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Robertson

￥18,098

￥20,629 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern dining area with a central island, multiple seating options, and pendant lighting.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.

A reception desk with a wooden finish and a modern design, featuring a large circular artwork on the wall behind it.

A hotel with a modern facade, a well-lit entrance, and an American flag.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 2.4 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Tameka

￥16,513

￥18,495 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, a fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, marked depth lines, and a tiled floor.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, seating, and artwork on the walls.

A modern, well-lit room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a TV on a wooden stand.

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbia

1.1 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Ryan

￥16,796

￥19,148 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A reception area with a 'WELCOME' sign, a desk, two chairs, a lamp, and a QR code on the floor.

A two-story motel with a parking lot, a blue car, and a tree in the foreground.

A multi-story hotel with a central atrium, balconies on the upper floors, and a parking lot with several cars.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

10. Extended Stay America Suites Columbia West Interstate 126

0.7 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Cheryl

￥11,289

￥12,643 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A wooden deck with wicker furniture, including two chairs and a sofa, surrounded by lush greenery.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in dishwasher, and a large island.

A hotel room with two single beds, a window with blinds, a wall-mounted artwork, and a nightstand with a lamp.

11. Columbia Duet Unit B

2.5 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

￥31,949

￥138,461 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a lamp. There is a plant on a shelf and a TV mounted on the wall.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a bedside table with a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a dishwasher, a coffee maker, and a window with blinds.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a TV, and a door.

12. Columbia Duet - 2 Units

2.5 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

￥57,611

￥232,227 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern living room with a blue cabinet, a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and patterned ottomans.

A hotel lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a staircase with decorative railings.

A hotel room with exposed brick walls, a large bed, a desk with a telephone, and a television on the wall.

A hotel named 'Hotel Trundle' with a brick facade, American and another flag, and potted plants in front.

13. Hotel Trundle

Downtown Columbia, 3.5 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Robert

￥22,809

￥25,545 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outside.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a decorative partition, and a visible kitchen area.

14. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Vista, 3.6 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Adolph

￥23,791

￥26,648 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern hotel lobby with a large dining table, multiple seating areas, and a large screen wall.

A snack and sundries section with wooden shelves stocked with various snacks and beverages, and a wall mural with a circular design.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, air conditioning unit, and a window with a view of trees.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Palmetto State" sign, a wooden accent wall, a minibar, and a digital kiosk.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Lexington Columbia

9.2 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Alan

￥16,947

￥18,811 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A two-story house with a porch, a small balcony, and a gabled roof.

A dining area with a round wooden table, a vase of flowers, a lamp, and a patterned rug.

A spacious living area with a staircase, a dining area, and a hallway leading to another room.

16. The 1425 Inn

Downtown Columbia, 3.6 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

josh

￥20,440

￥27,337 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, seating, and a covered area with lights.

A modern reception area with a large digital display, a counter, and vending machines.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a white countertop, and various kitchen appliances.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved sofa, dining area, and a kitchen in the background.

17. Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson

11.9 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Rachel

￥15,230

￥17,058 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a television.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a large window.

A modern dining area with marble tables and cushioned chairs, a central chandelier, and large windows providing natural light.

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

18. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 3.4 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Monique

￥22,007

￥24,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An outdoor patio with yellow chairs and tables, a pergola with string lights, and a stone wall.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by yellow chairs and red umbrellas.

A hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, table, and chairs. There is a bed in the adjacent room.

A modern hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a covered outdoor seating area.

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Southeast Fort Jackson

12.3 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Tracey

￥21,962

￥24,597 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A two-story brick house with a porch, a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

A bar area with a coffee machine, stools, and a menu board.

A well-lit living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a staircase leading to an upper level.

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

20. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

University Hill, 4.5 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Donna

￥20,551

￥23,427 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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Compare popular hotels close to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 153 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 871 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone	9.2 Wonderful 1,099 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 879 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View

Top Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Hotel Reviews

Extended Stay America Suites Columbia Greystone

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing place to stay. I’ll definitely rebook without a doubt!"

Quiet Corner Unit with Deck Overlooking the Saluda River

10/10 Excellent

"THIS WAS A NEAT PLACE TO STAY. LOVED THE SCREENED IN BACK PORCH AND WALK TO THE RIVER. PLACE WELL STALKED. CUTE DECOR!!!!"

Spacious 4-bed home with king suites, near Riverbanks Zoo and downtown Columbia.

10/10 Excellent

"This property was exactly as advertised and a great value. The amount of space with 3 bathrooms was great for everyone getting ready to leave in the morning. In addition messaging with the owner was responded to almost immediately each time. We will definitely look to book this house again for our next visit!"

LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed our stay"

★ Good Vibes Ranch ★ Walk to Zoo | Pet Friendly

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, safe neighborhood and only a few miles from USC."

Stylish Updated Retreat Overlooking the Saluda River

10/10 Excellent

"This place was immaculately decorated, in a quiet part of town about 15 minutes from the university. The pool was great, and i spent evenings on the balcony listening to the owls. We had a wonderful time and will absolutely look to return if and when we come back to the area."

Other attractions near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Riverbanks Botanical Garden

8.4/10 (65 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Riverbanks Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in West Columbia. Attend a sporting event while you're in the area, or simply enjoy its bars.

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Columbia Marionette Theater

6.0/10 (5 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Columbia Marionette Theater, a theater with a story to tell in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Workshop Theatre

Enjoy a show at Workshop Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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West Columbia Riverwalk

8.2/10 (126 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at West Columbia Riverwalk, a lovely green space in West Columbia. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Richard Samuel Roberts House

You can learn about the history of Columbia with a visit to Richard Samuel Roberts House. While in this walkable area, you can savor the lively bars.

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Governor's Mansion

6.8/10 (6 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Columbia when you stop by Governor's Mansion. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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South Carolina State Museum

8.8/10 (110 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at South Carolina State Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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EdVenture Children's Museum

8.8/10 (46 reviews)

You can take time to visit EdVenture Children's Museum during your travels to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Riverbanks Zoo and Garden?

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is located in a welcoming area of Columbia known for its popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 10 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden?

Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. Other good choices close by include Extended Stay America Suites Columbia West Interstate 126 and LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone.

How many hotels will I find near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden?

Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, click here.

What can I see and do near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden?

You'll want to browse the collections at South Carolina State Museum, Columbia Museum of Art, and South Carolina Military Museum. South Carolina State House, Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens, and Williams Brice Stadium are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can watch performances at Koger Center for the Arts, Township Auditorium, and Columbia Marionette Theater if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Riverbanks Zoo and Garden hotels

1. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

2. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

3. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

4. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

5. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

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

7. LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbia

10. Extended Stay America Suites Columbia West Interstate 126

11. Columbia Duet Unit B

12. Columbia Duet - 2 Units

13. Hotel Trundle

14. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Lexington Columbia

16. The 1425 Inn

17. Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson

18. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Southeast Fort Jackson

20. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

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Top Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Hotel Reviews

Extended Stay America Suites Columbia Greystone

Quiet Corner Unit with Deck Overlooking the Saluda River

Spacious 4-bed home with king suites, near Riverbanks Zoo and downtown Columbia.

LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone

★ Good Vibes Ranch ★ Walk to Zoo | Pet Friendly

Stylish Updated Retreat Overlooking the Saluda River

Other attractions near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Riverbanks Botanical Garden

Columbia Marionette Theater

Workshop Theatre

West Columbia Riverwalk

Richard Samuel Roberts House

Governor's Mansion

South Carolina State Museum

EdVenture Children's Museum

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