The Best Hotels Closest to University of South Carolina in Columbia for 2026

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Our top choices for University of South Carolina hotels

1. The Lantern Columbia

The Vista, 0.9 km from University of South Carolina

Barbara

￥26,465

￥29,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

2. Hotel Trundle

Downtown Columbia, 1.4 km from University of South Carolina

Keith

￥26,863

￥30,088 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

3. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.8 km from University of South Carolina

TIMOTHY

￥20,072

￥22,481 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

4. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.8 km from University of South Carolina

Jason

￥15,510

￥17,372 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

5. The 1425 Inn

Downtown Columbia, 1.9 km from University of South Carolina

josh

￥20,462

￥27,367 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

6. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

University Hill, 0.6 km from University of South Carolina

Nicholas

￥19,678

￥22,434 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

7. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 1.1 km from University of South Carolina

Jennifer

￥20,131

￥22,546 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

8. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 2.5 km from University of South Carolina

Lisa

￥22,571

￥25,281 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

9. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.3 km from University of South Carolina

Robert

￥19,392

￥21,719 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

10. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

The Vista, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina

Mary

￥16,814

￥18,831 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

11. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Downtown Columbia, 0.5 km from University of South Carolina

Stacy

￥18,780

￥21,032 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

12. Hilton Columbia Center

The Vista, 0.9 km from University of South Carolina

Karen

￥22,027

￥24,669 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

13. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 1.7 km from University of South Carolina

Vivian

￥20,131

￥22,980 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

The Vista, 1.4 km from University of South Carolina

Danielle

￥16,054

￥20,682 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

15. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina

William

￥17,167

￥19,226 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

16. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina

Katherine

￥18,780

￥21,034 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

17. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia, 0.9 km from University of South Carolina

Brenda

￥20,463

￥22,919 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 2.1 km from University of South Carolina

Tameka

￥16,531

￥18,515 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

19. Marriott Columbia

Downtown Columbia, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina

Lisa

￥25,273

￥28,307 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

20. The Hangar Lofts Hotel

Rosewood, 2.3 km from University of South Carolina

Brent

￥26,303

￥29,459 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

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Compare popular hotels close to University of South Carolina

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Lantern Columbia	9.8 Exceptional 169 reviews	View
Hotel Trundle	9.8 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 152 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 854 reviews	View
The 1425 Inn	9.6 Exceptional 278 reviews	View

Top University of South Carolina Hotel Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff, clean, breakfast included, great coffee!"

Hotel Trundle

10/10 Excellent

"Conveniently located. Interesting interior."

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, helpful and friendly staff."

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

10/10 Excellent

"Everyone was so friendly"

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room"

Hilton Columbia Center

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay!"

Other attractions near University of South Carolina

A historic church with a tall tower and arched windows.

Trinity Episcopal Cathedral

Marvel at the stunning architecture and stained glass and examine the Civil War graves in this remarkable sanctuary in Columbia.

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A large white building with a dome and columns, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

South Carolina State House

8.6/10 (597 reviews)

Inspect the many monuments and political symbols that decorate the grounds and majestic mansion of the state’s most important structure.

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McKissick Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at McKissick Museum during your travels in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Carolina Coliseum

9.4/10 (23 reviews)

Catch an event at Carolina Coliseum during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Town Theatre

7.6/10 (5 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Town 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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Koger Center for the Arts

8.2/10 (134 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Koger Center for the Arts, 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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African American History Monument

You can find out about the history of Columbia when you stop by African American History Monument. While in this walkable area, you can savor the lively bars.

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Colonial Life Arena

8.8/10 (1,029 reviews)

Catch an event at Colonial Life Arena during your trip 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 University of South Carolina?

University of South Carolina is located in a welcoming area of Columbia known for its popular theater scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 77 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near University of South Carolina?

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness center. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from University of South Carolina. Other good choices close by include Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista and Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC.

How many hotels will I be able to find near University of South Carolina?

Expedia has 77 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of South Carolina.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of South Carolina, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near University of South Carolina.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near University of South Carolina?

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near University of South Carolina, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near University of South Carolina?

Columbia Museum of Art, South Carolina State Museum, and Robert Mills Historic House and Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore notable local landmarks like South Carolina State House, Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens, and Williams Brice Stadium. You can check out the local talent at Koger Center for the Arts, Township Auditorium, and Town Theatre.

How can I get to University of South Carolina?

To see more of the larger area, ride aboard one of the trains from Columbia Station. There might not be many public transit stops close to University of South Carolina so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for University of South Carolina hotels

1. The Lantern Columbia

2. Hotel Trundle

3. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

4. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

5. The 1425 Inn

6. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

7. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

8. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

9. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

10. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

11. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

12. Hilton Columbia Center

13. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

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

15. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

16. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

17. Moxy Columbia Downtown

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

19. Marriott Columbia

20. The Hangar Lofts Hotel

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Top University of South Carolina Hotel Reviews

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

Hotel Trundle

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Hilton Columbia Center

Other attractions near University of South Carolina

Trinity Episcopal Cathedral

South Carolina State House

McKissick Museum

Carolina Coliseum

Town Theatre

Koger Center for the Arts

African American History Monument

Colonial Life Arena

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