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Our top choices for South Carolina State Fairgrounds hotels

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

1. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Lantern Hotel Columbia
4.0 star property
The Vista, 2.5 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (223 reviews)
"The rooms are spacious and clean. Coffee and tea stations throughout. Great on site bar and restaurant"
United States
Theresa
The price is ￥23,565
￥26,392 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
The Lantern Hotel Columbia
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a TV.

2. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
The Vista, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (166 reviews)
"Great Place to stay"
United States
Brian
The price is ￥19,951
￥22,345 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
An outdoor patio with a bar area, seating, and a grill station.

3. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
2.5 star property
The Vista, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (962 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ￥15,368
￥17,211 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a television.

4. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
3.5 star property
The Vista, 2.8 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,253 reviews)
"Friendly staff and rooms are extremely clean."
United States
Thomas
The price is ￥16,883
￥18,909 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
A two-story brick house with a porch, a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

5. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
4.0 star property
University Hill, 2.3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Loved the Gamecock decor and location"
United States
Heather Massey
The price is ￥21,825
￥24,882 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a variety of bottles.

6. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
The Vista, 2.9 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (895 reviews)
"The hotel was updated and very clean. Rooms were set up perfectly. Amenities were nice and the staff was very helpful."
United States
Michelle
The price is ￥17,269
￥19,686 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

7. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
3.0 star property
The Vista, 2.7 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Close proximity to venue was perfect!"
United States
Cherrelle
The price is ￥17,324
￥19,404 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
A rooftop lounge with a city view, including a prominent dome building, at sunset.

8. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Moxy Columbia Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 2.6 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (306 reviews)
"Great staff and lovely environment"
United States
mario
The price is ￥19,529
￥21,872 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Moxy Columbia Downtown
An outdoor seating area with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and a view of the cityscape in the background.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.8 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"We love it there! We stay there very time we visit our daughter at USC! They are so friendly it’s super clean"
United States
maggie
The price is ￥15,930
￥17,842 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
An outdoor patio area with brick walls, a covered seating area, and a fire pit.

10. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
2.5 star property
The Vista, 2.8 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Very convenient to the downtown area"
United States
Keith H.
The price is ￥14,076
￥15,765 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden stools, and a curved seating arrangement.

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
3.0 star property
The Vista, 3.1 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Breakfast was nice, parking is easy just a little pricey."
United States
Diane
The price is ￥18,285
￥20,873 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
A modern building with a glass facade and a sign reading "SCSM".

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG
2.5 star property
The Vista, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (802 reviews)
"Really nice room. Front desk was awesome."
United States
Karla
The price is ￥18,801
￥23,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a prominent Hilton sign, featuring a brick facade and multiple windows.

13. Hilton Columbia Center

Hilton Columbia Center
3.5 star property
The Vista, 2.5 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Super friendly folks & nice location."
United States
Thomas
The price is ￥21,825
￥24,445 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hilton Columbia Center
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a patterned carpet.

14. Marriott Columbia

Marriott Columbia
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff were great and it’s very conveniently located"
United States
Aidan
The price is ￥21,891
￥24,518 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Marriott Columbia
A modern room with large windows, a green armchair, a brown chair, a small round table, and a potted plant.

15. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (833 reviews)
"Room was very clean, bed super comfortable, nice view of the city."
United States
Desiree
The price is ￥15,277
￥17,111 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a brick wall.

16. The Hangar Lofts Hotel

The Hangar Lofts Hotel
2.5 star property
Rosewood, 1 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (84 reviews)
"Clean convenient and great hospitality. "
United States
Brent
The price is ￥21,764
￥24,378 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
The Hangar Lofts Hotel
A rooftop bar with tables and chairs, overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

17. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Unique and beautiful old architecture."
United States
Bart
The price is ￥18,584
￥20,816 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, white sofas, and red umbrellas.

18. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 2.7 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
7.8 out of 10, Good, (569 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast, staff was awesome and courteous"
United States
melvina
The price is ￥15,368
￥17,211 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tiled walls and benches.

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 2.7 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
7.4 out of 10, Good, (393 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay, staff behind the counter had a attitude but overall it was comfortable"
United States
david
The price is ￥15,368
￥17,211 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

20. Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Columbia, 0.3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
6.2 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"The room was very clean the bed was very comfortable"
United States
Timothy
The price is ￥10,078
￥11,288 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel
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Compare top hotels near South Carolina State Fairgrounds

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

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

4.0 star property
The Vista, 2.5 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a TV.

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

3.0 star property
The Vista, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
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An outdoor patio with a bar area, seating, and a grill station.

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

2.5 star property
The Vista, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
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A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a television.

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

3.5 star property
The Vista, 2.8 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
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A two-story brick house with a porch, a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

4.0 star property
University Hill, 2.3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
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9.8
Exceptional
223 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
166 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
962 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,253 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
The price is ￥23,565
￥26,392 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
The price is ￥19,951
￥22,345 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The price is ￥15,368
￥17,211 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The price is ￥16,883
￥18,909 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
The price is ￥21,825
￥24,882 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
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Top South Carolina State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Hotel Trundle

Hotel Trundle

10/10 Excellent
"Favorite place to stay in Columbia. Friendly staff, comfortable rooms and lounge spaces."
Robin 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Hotel Trundle

Other attractions near South Carolina State Fairgrounds

University of South Carolina

9.0/10 (2,467 reviews)
Walk around the campus of University of South Carolina, a top university in 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 South Carolina State Fairgrounds?
South Carolina State Fairgrounds is located in a welcoming area of Columbia that travelers like for its riverfront and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 37 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near South Carolina State Fairgrounds?
Adjacent to South Carolina State Fairgrounds, Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. Another good option is The Hangar Lofts Hotel, located just 0.6 mi (1 km) away.
How many hotels are there near South Carolina State Fairgrounds?
Expedia has 37 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from South Carolina State Fairgrounds.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Carolina State Fairgrounds, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near South Carolina State Fairgrounds.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near South Carolina State Fairgrounds?
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What can I see and do near South Carolina State Fairgrounds?
You'll want to browse the collections at South Carolina Military Museum, South Carolina State Museum, and Columbia Museum of Art. Explore notable local landmarks like Williams Brice Stadium, South Carolina State House, and First Baptist Church. You can check out the local talent at Koger Center for the Arts, Township Auditorium, and Town Theatre.

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