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

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

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

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.

1. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Vista, 0.9 km from University of South Carolina

Theresa

￥24,871

￥27,857 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

2. The 1425 Inn

Downtown Columbia, 1.9 km from University of South Carolina

Mary

￥18,613

￥25,274 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

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

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent vertical stripe pattern on the facade.

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

3. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.8 km from University of South Carolina

Brian

￥19,975

￥22,373 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A modern retail space with shelves stocked with beverages, snacks, and other items.

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.

4. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.8 km from University of South Carolina

Andrew Thomas

￥15,409

￥17,257 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

An outdoor patio area with brick buildings, tables, chairs, and umbrellas.

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.

5. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

University Hill, 0.6 km from University of South Carolina

Linda

￥23,358

￥26,628 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

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

6. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 1.1 km from University of South Carolina

Jeanne

￥20,086

￥22,495 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 spacious indoor area with a large gray sofa, multiple tables, chairs, and a television mounted on the wall.

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

7. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 2.5 km from University of South Carolina

Mingkang

￥24,676

￥27,636 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

A modern lounge area with blue sofas, yellow and red cushions, a glass coffee table, and a large mural of a cityscape.

8. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.3 km from University of South Carolina

Robert

￥18,689

￥21,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern hotel room with a gray sectional sofa, a framed painting of a bridge, a wooden headboard, and a large window.

A gym with multiple treadmills, a wall mural of runners, and a water dispenser.

A hotel dining area with round tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a sign that reads 'THE PLACERY'.

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

9. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina

Sandra

￥20,055

￥22,462 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

An outdoor seating area with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and a view of the cityscape in the background.

A modern building entrance with a geometric ceiling design, large glass doors, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

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

A modern indoor space with a curved reception desk, a refrigerated display case with beverages, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

10. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Downtown Columbia, 0.5 km from University of South Carolina

CHRISTINE

￥19,999

￥22,399 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern room with large windows, a green armchair, a brown chair, a small round table, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, and a view of buildings through the windows.

A modern hotel entrance with a green sign, outdoor seating, and planters.

A modern bar area with a sign reading "TOAST ORDER HERE," bar stools, a counter with a laptop, and a display of liquor bottles.

11. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina

Desiree

￥19,140

￥21,438 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

An outdoor patio area with brick walls, a covered seating area, and a fire pit.

A modern bar area with a high ceiling, bar stools, and a central bar counter.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

The Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center with a modern architectural design, featuring large windows and a prominent entrance.

12. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

The Vista, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina

Diana

￥17,999

￥20,159 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

13. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 1.7 km from University of South Carolina

James

￥19,999

￥22,831 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A multi-story hotel with a prominent Hilton sign, featuring a brick facade and multiple windows.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, marble flooring, and elegant furniture.

A bar area with multiple stools, a marble countertop, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

A hotel room with a large TV, a glass desk, a sofa, and a view of a building through the window.

14. Hilton Columbia Center

The Vista, 0.9 km from University of South Carolina

ryan

￥24,515

￥27,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 2.1 km from University of South Carolina

Tameka

￥16,423

￥18,394 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel entrance with a wooden facade, a reception desk, and a sign reading "TWELVE HUNDRED".

A modern restaurant with multiple dining areas, including booths and tables, and a central seating area with a blue sofa.

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

16. Marriott Columbia

Downtown Columbia, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina

Aidan

￥33,003

￥36,963 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A rooftop lounge with a fire pit, seating area, and a view of the cityscape at sunset.

A bar area with a check-in counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

A cozy room with a brick wall, a brown leather sofa, and shelves with various items.

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and a mural of a cityscape.

17. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia, 0.9 km from University of South Carolina

mario

￥18,760

￥21,011 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a brick wall.

A modern kitchen with red cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a bar area with stools.

A building entrance with a blue door, potted plants, and a number sign '724' indicating the property number.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a glass table.

18. The Hangar Lofts Hotel

Rosewood, 2.3 km from University of South Carolina

Brent

￥26,529

￥29,711 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A rooftop bar with tables and chairs, overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A historic building with ornate architectural details, a prominent entrance, and flags.

An outdoor seating area with wicker tables and chairs, a bar counter, and a ceiling fan.

19. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Downtown Columbia, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina

Bobby

￥18,033

￥20,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, white sofas, and red umbrellas.

A modern bar area with high stools, a long counter, and a large TV screen.

A modern office space with a wooden desk, two office chairs, a computer monitor, teal cabinetry, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tiled walls and benches.

20. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

Downtown Columbia, 0.9 km from University of South Carolina

melvina

￥18,029

￥20,191 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to University of South Carolina

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Lantern Hotel Columbia	9.8 Exceptional 211 reviews	View
The 1425 Inn	9.6 Exceptional 283 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 161 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 937 reviews	View
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Top University of South Carolina Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

8/10 Good

"The hotel is right next to a busy road. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast had variety of options to choose from. Room was clean."

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very clean, bed super comfortable, nice view of the city."

Hotel Trundle

10/10 Excellent

"Great spot to stay."

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

10/10 Excellent

"I loved this hotel. I have stayed multiple times. Location is great, staff is friendly, room was very clean and quiet. Will definitely come back whenever I am in town for work. I love that there is a restaurant and bar in the lobby so if I am too busy to go out I can grab a quick bite or drink to take to the room."

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful staff, great property, great location. Witnessed the front desk clerk give up her handicapped parking space for a customer due to congestion in the parking lot. Blown away with the care these folks take with the hotel and their guests!"

Hilton Columbia Center

8/10 Good

"Hilton is a great location to downtown and the university. Hotel is clean even during some construction. My only issues were the lack of signage when exiting the elevator onto your floor. Also our check in person did not explain the self parking very well."

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

10/10 Excellent

"This is my second time staying at the hotel and will definitely go back. It's a unique property, great rooms and bedding, water and coffee station outside the rooms. Worth the stop."

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed my stay, staff behind the counter had a attitude but overall it was comfortable"

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

8/10 Good

"Bed and pillows comfortable. Air conditioning is a bit finicky and doesn’t get as cold. Other than that, no complaints."

Other attractions near University of South Carolina

Trinity Episcopal Church with a cemetery and a fence.

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 76 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 Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC and The Lantern Hotel Columbia.

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

Expedia has 76 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 South Carolina Military Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore notable local landmarks like South Carolina State House, First Baptist Church, and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens. 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 Hotel Columbia

2. The 1425 Inn

3. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

4. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

5. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

6. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

7. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

8. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

9. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

10. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

11. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

12. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

13. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

14. Hilton Columbia Center

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

16. Marriott Columbia

17. Moxy Columbia Downtown

18. The Hangar Lofts Hotel

19. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

20. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

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Top University of South Carolina Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Hotel Trundle

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Hilton Columbia Center

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

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

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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