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

Two people celebrating with confetti in a bar setting.

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

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

1. Hotel Trundle

Downtown Columbia, 1 mi from South Carolina State Museum

Wendy

£121

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 building with a brick facade, large windows, and outdoor exercise equipment.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a decorative partition, and a visible kitchen area.

2. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Vista, 0.7 mi from South Carolina State Museum

Theresa

£133

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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.

3. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, < 0.1 mi from South Carolina State Museum

Brian

£107

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

4. The 1425 Inn

Downtown Columbia, 1.3 mi from South Carolina State Museum

Mary

£130

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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.

5. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 0.7 mi from South Carolina State Museum

Jeanne

£108

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

6. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, < 0.1 mi from South Carolina State Museum

Andrew Thomas

£83

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 bar area with a coffee machine, stools, and a menu board.

7. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

University Hill, 1.3 mi from South Carolina State Museum

Linda

£131

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

A breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items and a sign reading "TOP IT BREAKFAST".

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, hanging chairs, and a table with chairs.

8. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

2 mi from South Carolina State Museum

Kim

£84

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

9. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 0.5 mi from South Carolina State Museum

Robert

£105

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

10. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 0.5 mi from South Carolina State Museum

Sandra

£107

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

11. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Downtown Columbia, 1 mi from South Carolina State Museum

CHRISTINE

£107

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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.

12. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 0.9 mi from South Carolina State Museum

jennifer

£96

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a TV, and a large mirror.

13. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 0.2 mi from South Carolina State Museum

James

£109

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

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

14. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

The Vista, 0.5 mi from South Carolina State Museum

Diana

£104

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A modern building with large glass windows and a brick facade.

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.

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

The Vista, 0.6 mi from South Carolina State Museum

Karla

£110

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

16. Hilton Columbia Center

The Vista, 0.6 mi from South Carolina State Museum

ryan

£132

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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.

17. Marriott Columbia

Downtown Columbia, 0.9 mi from South Carolina State Museum

Winona

£177

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

18. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia, 0.9 mi from South Carolina State Museum

mario

£101

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern dining area with a central island, multiple seating options, and pendant lighting.

A patio area with outdoor furniture, a pergola, and a brick building in the background.

A reception desk with a wooden finish and a modern design, featuring a large circular artwork on the wall behind it.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 0.5 mi from South Carolina State Museum

Tameka

£79

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern interior with a reception desk, a bench, and a wall with a bulletin board.

A modern hotel building with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

A delivery drop area with a wooden shelf holding bags and a locker area with numbered lockers.

A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, a coffee machine, and a microwave.

20. LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone

2 mi from South Carolina State Museum

Robertson

£98

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to South Carolina State Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Trundle	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
The Lantern Hotel Columbia	9.8 Exceptional 209 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 160 reviews	View
The 1425 Inn	9.6 Exceptional 283 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista	9.4 Exceptional 1,260 reviews	View

Top South Carolina State Museum Hotel Reviews

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms are great!! Staff were very nice and pleasant! Will definitely book here again!"

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Loved my stay. Would stay here again"

Hotel Trundle

8/10 Good

"Nice for a short 2-3 day stay. Conveniently located to downtown, highways, and university."

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

10/10 Excellent

"What a great place to stay. My wife & I stayed for one night on the way to Charleston, and wish we could have stayed another. What a quaint & cozy hotel, with a great bar, a friendly staff/bar tender, and great food. The hotel is a refurbished fire station with a lot of memorabilia and nostalgic pictures. We will be back."

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

10/10 Excellent

"We are returning customers, having stayed at The Graduate Columbia many times. Love the property and friendly helpful staff."

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

8/10 Good

"The hotel is well located in downtown Columbia, SC. It is clean, well maintained and the staff is very personable and helpful. The only issue I had was the hot water in the bathroom sink took 5 minutes to get hot. Thankfully the shower did not take that long. Everything else about the hotel was excellent and I would definitely recommend it to others."

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean but a bit of a walk to downtown/restaurants"

Hilton Columbia Center

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay at the Hilton Columbia Center. Awesome location the hotel is just beautiful and clean. My fiancee and I enjoyed dining at Ruth’s Chris Steak house. The hotel staff were awesome. They made us feel comfortable from the first day we arrive which really set the tone for our stay everyone’s very helpful and friendly, especially Kat and Le these ladies really highlight I stay for the weekend very pleasant very professional very helpful. Can’t wait to stay there again."

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."

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EdVenture Children's Museum

8.8/10 (46 reviews)

You can take time to visit EdVenture Children's Museum during your travels to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum

You can browse the exhibits at South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Trustus Theatre

Enjoy a performance at Trustus Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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West Columbia Riverwalk

8.2/10 (126 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at West Columbia Riverwalk, a lovely green space in West Columbia. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Columbia Regional Visitors Center

You can learn about the history of Columbia when you stop by Columbia Regional Visitors Center. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center

8.4/10 (594 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Columbia Marionette Theater

6.0/10 (5 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Columbia Marionette Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Richard Samuel Roberts House

You can learn about the history of Columbia with a visit to Richard Samuel Roberts House. While in this walkable area, you can savour the lively bars.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Carolina State Museum?

South Carolina State Museum is located in a historic area of Columbia known for its popular theatre scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 67 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near South Carolina State Museum?

Adjacent to South Carolina State Museum, Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a fitness centre. Other good choices within a short distance include Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista and The Lantern Hotel Columbia.

How many hotels will I be able to find near South Carolina State Museum?

Expedia has 67 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from South Carolina State Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Carolina State Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near South Carolina State Museum.

What can I see and do near South Carolina State Museum?

You'll want to browse the collections at Columbia Museum of Art, South Carolina Military Museum and Robert Mills Historic House and Park. South Carolina State House, First Baptist Church and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can check out the local talent at Koger Center for the Arts, Township Auditorium and Town Theatre.

How can I get to South Carolina State Museum?

If you're hopping a train into the city, Columbia Station is the closest stop to Downtown Columbia. There might not be many public transport choices close to South Carolina State Museum so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

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Our top choices for South Carolina State Museum hotels

1. Hotel Trundle

2. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

3. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

4. The 1425 Inn

5. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

6. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

7. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

8. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

9. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

10. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

11. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

12. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

13. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

14. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

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

16. Hilton Columbia Center

17. Marriott Columbia

18. Moxy Columbia Downtown

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

20. LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone

Compare popular hotels close to South Carolina State Museum

Top South Carolina State Museum Hotel Reviews

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Hotel Trundle

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Hilton Columbia Center

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

Other attractions near South Carolina State Museum

EdVenture Children's Museum

South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum

Trustus Theatre

West Columbia Riverwalk

Columbia Regional Visitors Center

Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center

Columbia Marionette Theater

Richard Samuel Roberts House

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