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A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a shop, and large potted plants.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple hanging pendant lights, and striped curtains.
A modern hotel lobby with wicker furniture, large windows, and a central light fixture.
A Hilton Garden Inn with a well-lit entrance, a covered waiting area, and a visible parking lot.

1. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
Columbia
United States
Lavora
£72
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
A modern kitchen with a long counter, a coffee machine, and a refrigerator.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall, two sofas with decorative pillows, a patterned rug, and two side tables with plants.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.
A reception area with a cityscape mural, two reception desks, and a modern design.

2. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
Columbia
United States
Todd
£86
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A hotel reception desk with a wooden panel design, a large decorative wall piece, and signs for 'Marriott Bonvoy' and 'Boundless'.
A hotel room with a bar area, three wooden bar stools, a large window, and a patterned carpet.
A hotel lobby with a round table, two armchairs, a large painting, a bar area, and a television on the wall.

3. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Columbia Harbison

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Columbia Harbison
Columbia
United States
John
£75
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Columbia Harbison
A panoramic mosaic mural of a cityscape with buildings and greenery.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone and lamp, and two large landscape paintings on the wall.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a large cityscape mural, and a door leading to a parking area.
A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

4. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson
Columbia
United States
Olujimi
£73
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern facade, outdoor seating area, and well-maintained landscaping.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, wooden shelves, and comfortable seating.
A courtyard with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a large tree.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a comfortable seating area with a sofa and ottoman, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Northeast/Fort Jackson Area

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Northeast/Fort Jackson Area
Columbia
United States
Litcha
£102
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Northeast/Fort Jackson Area
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.
Two people celebrating with confetti in a bar setting.
A hotel named 'Hotel Trundle' with a brick facade, American and another flag, and potted plants in front.

6. Hotel Trundle

Hotel Trundle
Downtown Columbia
United States
Nicolas
£143
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hotel Trundle
A modern hotel room with a gray sectional sofa, a framed painting of a bridge, a wooden headboard, and a large window.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a desk, and a window.
A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large screen.
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
Downtown Columbia
United States
Kelcie
£118
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
A modern Hyatt Place hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.
A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a counter with a television.
A calm lake with a sandy beach, a distant tower, and a cloudy sky.
A swimming pool with metal handrails and a concrete edge.

8. Hyatt Place Columbia/Harbison

Hyatt Place Columbia/Harbison
Irmo
United States
SaVonne
£66
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Hyatt Place Columbia/Harbison
A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a television.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows allowing natural light.
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.

9. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Downtown Columbia
United States
Jeanne
£108
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a patterned carpet.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.
A hotel entrance with a wooden facade, a reception desk, and a sign reading "TWELVE HUNDRED".
A Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sculpture in front of the building.

10. Marriott Columbia

Marriott Columbia
Downtown Columbia
United States
Aidan
£177
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Marriott Columbia
A lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, a reception desk, and a ceiling light fixture.
A modern interior with a stone fireplace, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a large abstract painting on the wall.
A restaurant with green booths, wooden tables, and chairs.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.

11. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Columbia Lexington

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Columbia Lexington
Lexington
United States
Samantha
£78
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Columbia Lexington
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.

12. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
Downtown Columbia
United States
Charles
£93
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
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.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Downtown Columbia
United States
CHRISTINE
£114
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.
A hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign reading "Towneplace Suites by Marriott," and a landscaped entrance area.
A gym with treadmills, dumbbells, and a water dispenser.
Breakfast meal

14. Towneplace Suites Columbia Northwest/Harbison

Towneplace Suites Columbia Northwest/Harbison
Columbia
United States
Andre
£71
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Towneplace Suites Columbia Northwest/Harbison
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, a wooden bench, and a modern design.
A MainStay Marketplace with shelves stocked with snacks and beverages, a small plant, and a logo on the wall.
A modern reception area with a marble reception desk, two dark blue chairs, a neon sign, and a wooden slatted wall.
A row of townhouses with a green lawn, a sidewalk, and a street.

15. Quality Inn & Suites Columbia Harbison

Quality Inn & Suites Columbia Harbison
Columbia
United States
Margaret
£71
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Quality Inn & Suites Columbia Harbison
A modern dining area with a central island, multiple seating options, and pendant lighting.
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.
A patio area with outdoor furniture, a pergola, and a brick building in the background.

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
Downtown Columbia
United States
Tameka
£84
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
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 modern living room with a dining table, blue chairs, a chandelier, a brick accent wall, and a television.
A bar area with multiple stools, a marble countertop, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

17. Hilton Columbia Center

Hilton Columbia Center
Downtown Columbia
United States
Thomas
£131
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hilton Columbia Center
A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, stone pillars, and a glass door entrance.
A modern dining area with round tables and chairs, a bar area, and a seating section with benches.
A modern living room with a gray sofa, two chairs, a coffee table, and a large window offering a view of greenery.
A snack and beverage vending machine with various snacks and drinks.

18. Holiday Inn & Suites Columbia NE - Ft Jackson Area by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Columbia NE - Ft Jackson Area by IHG
Columbia
United States
Jeffrey A
£85
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Holiday Inn & Suites Columbia NE - Ft Jackson Area by IHG
A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a parking lot with handicapped accessibility.
A lobby with a stone fireplace, red chairs, and framed pictures on the walls.
A clock on a post, two people walking, a tree, and a building in the background.
A dining area with tables set for four, wooden chairs, and a large potted plant in the center.

19. Delta Hotels by Marriott Columbia Northeast

Delta Hotels by Marriott Columbia Northeast
Columbia
United States
Jared
£83
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Delta Hotels by Marriott Columbia Northeast
A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a framed picture on the wall.
A lobby with a high ceiling, a reception area, a dining area, and an elevator.
A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee-related items on a counter.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a lamp.

20. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Blythewood by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Blythewood by IHG
Blythewood
United States
David
£111
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Blythewood by IHG
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Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

8/10 Good
"Breakfast is available at a separate cost"
Michelle 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson

8/10 Good
"Good for a stop through on a trip"
Susan 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

10/10 Excellent
"We had such a good experience at Hilton Garden Inn. Such helpful and friendly staff. The room, hotel, and grounds were all maintained well. Very nice stopover going to Florida."
John 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Columbia?
Expedia customers needing an affordable and pleasant Columbia stay often go for Marriott Columbia. This 3-star hotel, roughly 0.1 mi southeast of the centre, offers WiFi and an electric car charging station. Like another idea? Situated 0.1 mi north of downtown and including a pillowtop mattress and a free cooked-to-order breakfast, Hotel Trundle is another favourite among guests.
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