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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

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.

1. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

0.7 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Kim

￥15,508

￥17,679 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A building entrance with a stone facade, large glass doors, and a wooden archway.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a sectional sofa.

A kitchen with a brick wall, wooden cabinets, a coffee machine, a waffle maker, and a large window with a view of trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

2. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 2.1 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Mingkang

￥22,597

￥25,308 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a variety of bottles.

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

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, round tables, and artwork on the walls.

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

3. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 3.2 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Robert

￥18,670

￥21,285 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, a coffee machine, and a microwave.

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a grill.

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

4. LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone

0.7 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Robertson

￥18,011

￥20,531 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A modern kitchen with a wooden bar area, bar stools, and built-in appliances.

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.

5. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 2.7 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

James

￥21,190

￥24,190 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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

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

A modern building with large glass windows and a brick facade.

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

The Vista, 3.2 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Karla

￥19,278

￥24,279 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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 patio area with outdoor furniture, a pergola, and a brick building in the background.

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 2.4 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Rebecca

￥15,612

￥17,485 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table with a chair, a TV, a desk, and a bathroom area.

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

8. Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbia

1.1 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Charlotte

￥15,420

￥17,577 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

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

9. Extended Stay America Suites Columbia West Interstate 126

0.7 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Willie

￥10,239

￥11,468 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a wooden table and benches.

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

10. Columbia Duet Unit B

2.5 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

￥26,105

￥131,651 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, fireplace, TV, and a dining area in the background.

11. Columbia Duet - 2 Units

2.5 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

￥49,234

￥222,369 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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.

Two people celebrating with confetti in a bar setting.

12. Hotel Trundle

Downtown Columbia, 3.5 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Nicolas

￥23,487

￥26,306 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

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

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

13. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Vista, 3.6 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Theresa

￥24,461

￥27,397 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

A modern kitchen area with a long counter, various food items, and a chalkboard with food-related drawings.

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.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Lexington Columbia

9.2 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Jean

￥18,664

￥20,718 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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 hotel room with a modern design, featuring a large bed, a desk, and a seating area with a tray table.

15. Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson

11.9 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Leslie

￥15,157

￥16,976 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wooden dresser, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

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

16. The 1425 Inn

Downtown Columbia, 3.6 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Mary

￥20,342

￥27,206 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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.

17. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 3.4 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Jeanne

￥20,100

￥22,512 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

A hotel room with a desk, a black office chair, a brown sofa, a TV displaying a movie, and a wall with framed artwork.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining table with red chairs, and wooden cabinets.

18. Residence Inn Columbia West/Lexington

4.2 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Jennifer

￥20,069

￥21,674 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a circular fire pit, and umbrellas.

A hotel with outdoor pool, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator.

19. TownePlace Suites Columbia West/Lexington

4.3 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Michael

￥19,753

￥21,334 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern bistro with a wooden counter, a menu board, and a refrigerated display.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a large window with a view of trees.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a table, and chairs, and a covered section with a wooden ceiling.

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a well-lit entrance.

20. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Cayce

8.9 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Kimey

￥20,013

￥22,214 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Compare popular hotels close to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone	9.2 Wonderful 1,142 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 894 reviews	View
LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone	8.8 Excellent 12 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View

Top Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Hotel Reviews

Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable. Welcoming staff."

Hotel Trundle

10/10 Excellent

"We loved this hotel! This was a great getaway for us. Absolutely BEAUTIFUL lobby with 4 different style "living rooms" in the lobby. Gorgeous furniture and style. So much thought put into the decor, and I loved all the local connections... Loveland coffee Kureg cups, Columbia popcorn, local orange juice and breakfast..and more. Staircase is stunning. Comfortable, clean and cozy!!"

Sleep Inn Columbia

8/10 Good

"Simple hotel for a quick trip. The staff were really friendly & helpful."

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

10/10 Excellent

"Xxx"

Quiet Corner Unit with Deck Overlooking the Saluda River

10/10 Excellent

"We were so happy to stay here. The whole process was so easy and the condo was so comfortable and close to the university and river walk. Steve answered any questions right away. We will definitely stay here again on our next trip!"

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

8/10 Good

"It is a beautiful home! Location was perfect for our trip! It was very clean just a bit dusty. The furniture could use some updating and the two TV's both had issues switching channels and turning off by itself. Otherwise, it was a 5 Star Stay!"

Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbia

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room. Good breakfast"

Extended Stay America Suites Columbia Greystone

10/10 Excellent

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

★ Good Vibes Ranch ★ Walk to Zoo | Pet Friendly

10/10 Excellent

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

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 11 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 11 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. First Baptist Church, South Carolina State House, and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can watch performances at Koger Center for the Arts, Township Auditorium, and Town Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

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1. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

2. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

3. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

4. LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone

5. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

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

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

8. Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbia

9. Extended Stay America Suites Columbia West Interstate 126

10. Columbia Duet Unit B

11. Columbia Duet - 2 Units

12. Hotel Trundle

13. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Lexington Columbia

15. Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson

16. The 1425 Inn

17. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

18. Residence Inn Columbia West/Lexington

19. TownePlace Suites Columbia West/Lexington

20. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Cayce

Compare popular hotels close to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Top Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Hotel Reviews

Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

Hotel Trundle

Sleep Inn Columbia

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

Quiet Corner Unit with Deck Overlooking the Saluda River

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

Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbia

Extended Stay America Suites Columbia Greystone

★ Good Vibes Ranch ★ Walk to Zoo | Pet Friendly

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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