Lake Carolina Travel Guide
Columbia

Visit Lake Carolina
Stay near popular Lake Carolina attractions
Things to do

Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Lake Carolina

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
"This property is very old and out dated. It may be clean but because everything is old it makes it appear unclean. We stayed two nights and had no maid service which is fine but I repeatedly asked for tissues and toilet tissue and was ignored - I had to go to the front desk to get my own. I only ..."
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Sleep Inn Columbia
"Honestly for the price we paid it's about what I would have expected. The breakfast wasn't great, the room smelled musty and wasn't in great condition. Also the wifi didn't work. The staff was very friendly."
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
"The bathroom was dirty."
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Lake Carolina

Downtown Columbia
Downtown Columbia is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to South Carolina State House and Columbia Museum of Art while you're in town.

The Vista
The Vista is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Colonial Life Arena and Koger Center for the Arts while in the area.

Rosewood
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rosewood and surrounding area, you can visit South Carolina State Fairgrounds and Williams Brice Stadium.

Eau Claire
Travellers like the parks in Eau Claire, and Three Rivers Greenway is a top attraction you might want to visit.
University Hill
Visitors to University Hill appreciate its restaurants. A visit to South Carolina State House and Township Auditorium might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.










