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Columbia

Downtown Columbia, South Carolina Panoramic Cityscape
Aerial view of the South Carolina skyline at dusk in Columbia, SC. Columbia is the capital of the U.S. state of South Carolina and serves as the county seat of Richland County
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Colonial Life Arena

8.8/5 (1,029 reviews)
South Carolina's largest arena hosts thrilling Gamecocks basketball and headline concerts under one roof. Arrive early to explore the local art installations that celebrate Columbia's cultural heritage.
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Top hotels in The Vista

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

2.5 out of 5
400 Gervais Street Columbia SC
The price is £83 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
£83
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and South Carolina ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (716 reviews)
"Great customer service. Delicious breakfast. Clean new hotel. Great toiletries. Plenty of outlets. Good location. Minutes from USC."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

3 out of 5
819 Gervais Street Columbia SC
The price is £100 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
£100
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,024 reviews)
"Breakfast was great!"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

3.5 out of 5
1000 Lady Street Columbia SC
The price is £103 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£103
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,208 reviews)
"I like the bar and friendly staff and clean room"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

3 out of 5
511 Lady Street Columbia SC
The price is £109 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£109
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The property was very nice.....5 of us spent the night in a queen suite we had bootcamp graduation for my son and the room was very clean smelled good...beds were very comfortable....bathroom was very nice amenities were good....The free breakfast was great....no complaints at all....would stay there ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
Hilton Columbia Center

Hilton Columbia Center

3.5 out of 5
924 Senate St Columbia SC
The price is £101 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
£101
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The air conditioner was extremely loud . I did sleep much that night. The carpet was that fresh in the room."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026

Hilton Columbia Center
Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

3 out of 5
823 Lady St Columbia SC
The price is £92 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£92
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (851 reviews)
"This hotel was clean, trendy, well located and had great amenities!"

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
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Where to stay in The Vista

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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.

Rosewood

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

Seven Oaks

Seven Oaks is noteworthy for its coffee shops, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saluda Shoals Park and Three Rivers Greenway.

Main Street Skyline Aerial in Greenville South Carolina SC

Eau Claire

Travellers like the parks in Eau Claire, and Three Rivers Greenway is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Shandon

While Shandon may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Columbia Urban League and Township Auditorium.

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