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Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night near University of South Carolina on Hotels.com. These hotels close to University of South Carolina consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on October 1, 2026.

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

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

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

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

1. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.8 km from University of South Carolina

Joe

CNY847

CNY949 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

A modern breakfast area with a long counter, two hanging pendant lights, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

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

2. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

The Vista, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina

Hannah

CNY820

CNY918 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 modern living room with a dining table, blue chairs, a chandelier, a brick accent wall, and a television.

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

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

3. Hilton Columbia Center

The Vista, 0.9 km from University of South Carolina

ALEXANDRIS

CNY1,040

CNY1,164 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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.

A Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sculpture in front of the building.

4. Marriott Columbia

Downtown Columbia, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina

Jonathan

CNY1,402

CNY1,570 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a coffee maker, and a sink. There is a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a blue chair and a table.

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

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

5. The Hangar Lofts Hotel

Rosewood, 2.3 km from University of South Carolina

Mary Jo

CNY1,127

CNY1,262 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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

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

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

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

6. Hotel Trundle

Downtown Columbia, 1.4 km from University of South Carolina

Desiree

CNY964

CNY1,079 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 multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a mix of brick and glass facades, and a prominent entrance with a covered walkway.

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

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

7. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.8 km from University of South Carolina

Joshua

CNY791

CNY885 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

8. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Vista, 0.9 km from University of South Carolina

Francis

CNY1,087

CNY1,217 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

9. The 1425 Inn

Downtown Columbia, 1.9 km from University of South Carolina

Debby

CNY863

CNY1,155 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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 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.

10. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

University Hill, 0.6 km from University of South Carolina

Jeanette

CNY981

CNY1,119 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

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.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows allowing natural light.

11. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 1.1 km from University of South Carolina

Lynnetta

CNY878

CNY983 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a dining table with chairs, a microwave, and a blackboard on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a wooden reception desk, and a large wall art piece.

A self-service food display with various snacks, beverages, and prepared dishes.

A modern hotel lobby with a brick accent wall, a sofa with colorful cushions, a table with a lamp, and a reception desk in the background.

12. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina

Terri

CNY852

CNY954 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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

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

13. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 2.5 km from University of South Carolina

Robert

CNY1,046

CNY1,172 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

14. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.3 km from University of South Carolina

E Baker

CNY821

CNY936 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 modern bar area with a sign reading "TOAST ORDER HERE," bar stools, a counter with a laptop, and a display of liquor bottles.

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

15. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina

WILLIAM MICHAEL

CNY758

CNY849 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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 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.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television screen above the bar.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Downtown Columbia, 0.5 km from University of South Carolina

Kristen

CNY907

CNY1,015 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 2.1 km from University of South Carolina

Neal

CNY688

CNY771 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

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

18. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 1.7 km from University of South Carolina

James

CNY907

CNY1,035 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

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

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

The Vista, 1.4 km from University of South Carolina

Hurriyyah

CNY852

CNY1,068 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, featuring a large window, decorative wall art, and a lamp.

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.

20. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia, 0.9 km from University of South Carolina

Christopher

CNY833

CNY933 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to University of South Carolina

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 159 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Hilton Columbia Center	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Marriott Columbia	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
The Hangar Lofts Hotel	8.6 Excellent 83 reviews	View

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Trinity Episcopal Cathedral

Downtown Columbia is home to Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, so why not stop by during your stay 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)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to South Carolina State House— just one of the monuments in Downtown Columbia.

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McKissick Museum

McKissick Museum is just one of the attractions in Downtown Columbia, Columbia so you might want to stop by during your trip. If you want to experience more of the culture Columbia has to offer, head to University of South Carolina, Carolina Coliseum, and Koger Center for the Arts.

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Carolina Coliseum

9.4/10 (23 reviews)

You could catch an event at Carolina Coliseum, a stadium in Downtown Columbia. If you think Carolina Coliseum is cool, you also might like Colonial Life Arena and Williams Brice Stadium, both located nearby.

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Town Theatre

7.6/10 (5 reviews)

If you want to see a show while you're in town, try and grab some tickets at Town Theatre in Downtown Columbia. If you enjoy the show and want to see another, Koger Center for the Arts is just a short walk away.

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Koger Center for the Arts

8.2/10 (134 reviews)

If you want to see a show while you're in town, try and grab some tickets at Koger Center for the Arts in Downtown Columbia. If you have fun at Koger Center for the Arts, you'll love EdVenture Children's Museum and South Carolina State Museum, both located nearby.

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African American History Monument

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to African American History Monument— just one of the monuments in Downtown Columbia.

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Colonial Life Arena

8.8/10 (1,029 reviews)

Imagine soaking up the atmosphere at Colonial Life Arena, a stadium in Downtown Columbia. If you think Colonial Life Arena is cool, you also might like Carolina Coliseum and Williams Brice Stadium, both located nearby.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hotels near University of South Carolina?

Guests love staying at Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC, which is a hotel near University of South Carolina.
Also highly rated is Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC, which is just steps away.
The area has plenty to choose from with 1,323 lodging options including hotels and vacation rentals.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near University of South Carolina?

On Hotels.com, you can find the best options for your travel budget by entering your search criteria and sorting by price. Remember that pricing varies based on where and when you plan to go.

Take a look at the lowest price per night from CNY688

Can I find hotels close to University of South Carolina that are fully refundable?

Yes, there are many hotels with refundable room rates, but be sure to check the cancellation deadline. Find refundable rates using the "Fully refundable" filter when you search for hotels.

Both Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC and Doubletree by Hilton Columbia, SC are highly rated hotels near University of South Carolina that offer these rates.

What are the best romantic hotels near University of South Carolina?

For a romantic stay, Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC offers a restaurant and a bar/lounge. It's steps from University of South Carolina.
Another great option is Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC, which is just steps away.

What are the best hotels close to University of South Carolina with free breakfast?

Begin your day with a free continental breakfast at Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown, which is steps from University of South Carolina.
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista is also a recommended place to stay with a free buffet breakfast, and it's located just steps away.

Which hotels near University of South Carolina have rooms with great views?

Enjoy rooms with city or courtyard views at Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC, which is steps from University of South Carolina.
Also recommended is Hilton Columbia Center, which has rooms with city or pool views.

What are the best family hotels close to University of South Carolina?

Keep the family happy with a stay at Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista which offers free cribs. University of South Carolina is a short walk away.
Also consider Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown as another great choice for your family's trip.

What are the best hotels near University of South Carolina with free parking?

Drive and park with ease when you stay at Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel, which offers free parking. You'll be steps from University of South Carolina.
Chesnut Cottage Inn also has free parking and is just steps away.

What are the best hotels near University of South Carolina with a pool?

Travelers can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool at Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC. University of South Carolina is steps from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is Hilton Columbia Center.

What cheap motels can I book close to University of South Carolina?

To save on your stay near University of South Carolina, take a look at Americas Best Value Inn Ft. Jackson, which offers a free continental breakfast and parking.
Also consider Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia SC / Ft. Jackson, which is another inexpensive motel in the area.

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near University of South Carolina?

You might be here to check out the campus at University of South Carolina, but you may want to see nearby sights like Williams Brice Stadium, Colonial Life Arena, and Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.
Other places in the area are Township Auditorium, Hilton Field, and South Carolina State Museum.

What are the best pet-friendly hotels close to University of South Carolina?

Bring your furry friend to Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC, which is steps from University of South Carolina.
Another pet-friendly spot is Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown. The hotel offers food and water bowls.

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