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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 spacious lobby with modern furniture, a decorative partition, and a visible kitchen area.
A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

1. The Lantern Columbia

The Lantern Columbia
The Vista, 0.6 mi from University of South Carolina
United States
Barbara
£130
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
The Lantern Columbia
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.
Two people celebrating with confetti in a bar setting.
A hotel lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a staircase with decorative railings.

2. Hotel Trundle

Hotel Trundle
Downtown Columbia, 0.9 mi from University of South Carolina
United States
Ashleigh
£140
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Hotel Trundle
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a TV.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent vertical stripe pattern on the facade.
A pool table with balls, a bar area, and a large TV screen.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, a built-in washer and dryer, and a view of the city.

3. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
The Vista, 1.1 mi from University of South Carolina
United States
TIMOTHY
£104
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
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.
A sign for The 1425 Inn with a decorative logo and establishment year.

4. The 1425 Inn

The 1425 Inn
Downtown Columbia, 1.2 mi from University of South Carolina
United States
josh
£127
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
The 1425 Inn
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a decorative wall with geometric patterns.
An outdoor patio with a bar area, seating, and a grill station.
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.

5. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
The Vista, 1.1 mi from University of South Carolina
United States
Jason
£81
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
A two-story brick house with a porch, a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.
A traditional library with a fireplace, leather seating, and a patterned rug.
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.

6. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
University Hill, 0.4 mi from University of South Carolina
United States
Nicholas
£104
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
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.

7. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
The Vista, 0.7 mi from University of South Carolina
United States
Jennifer
£105
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a variety of bottles.
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.
A modern lounge area with blue sofas, yellow and red cushions, a glass coffee table, and a large mural of a cityscape.

8. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
The Vista, 0.8 mi from University of South Carolina
United States
Robert
£94
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
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 modern indoor space with a curved reception desk, a refrigerated display case with beverages, and a seating area with chairs and tables.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.
A modern building entrance with a geometric ceiling design, large glass doors, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

9. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Downtown Columbia, 0.3 mi from University of South Carolina
United States
Stacy
£98
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
A modern room with large windows, a green armchair, a brown chair, a small round table, and a potted plant.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a sign with a green logo, a digital phone, and a 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.

10. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
Downtown Columbia, 0.7 mi from University of South Carolina
United States
William
£89
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
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 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.

11. Hilton Columbia Center

Hilton Columbia Center
The Vista, 0.6 mi from University of South Carolina
United States
Karen
£115
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hilton Columbia Center
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.
A modern breakfast area with a long counter, two hanging pendant lights, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

12. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
The Vista, 0.8 mi from University of South Carolina
United States
Katherine
£94
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden stools, and a curved seating arrangement.
A modern kitchen with a wooden bar area, bar stools, and built-in appliances.
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.

13. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
The Vista, 1.1 mi from University of South Carolina
United States
Vivian
£92
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
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 modern hotel lobby with large windows, a patterned carpet, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.
A brick wall with a plaque reading "University of South Carolina" and a pathway leading through a landscaped area with trees.

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG
The Vista, 0.9 mi from University of South Carolina
United States
Danielle
£113
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG
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 brick accent wall, a sofa with colorful cushions, a table with a lamp, and a reception desk in the background.
A self-service food display with various snacks, beverages, and prepared dishes.
A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance and a brick facade.

15. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
The Vista, 0.7 mi from University of South Carolina
United States
Katherine
£98
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
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 hotel with a modern facade, a well-lit entrance, and an American flag.
A reception desk with a wooden finish and a modern design, featuring a large circular artwork on the wall behind it.

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
Arsenal Hill, 1.3 mi from University of South Carolina
United States
Tameka
£86
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
A rooftop lounge with a fire pit, seating area, and a view of the cityscape at sunset.
A cozy room with a brick wall, a brown leather sofa, and shelves with various items.
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.

17. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Moxy Columbia Downtown
Downtown Columbia, 0.5 mi from University of South Carolina
United States
Brenda
£106
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Moxy Columbia Downtown
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 Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sculpture in front of the building.

18. Marriott Columbia

Marriott Columbia
Downtown Columbia, 0.8 mi from University of South Carolina
United States
Lisa
£132
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Marriott Columbia
A rooftop bar with tables and chairs, overlooking a cityscape at dusk.
A lobby with a chandelier, a reception desk, and a red chair.
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.

19. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
Downtown Columbia, 0.7 mi from University of South Carolina
United States
Kathleen lusardi
£91
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, white sofas, and red umbrellas.
A modern office space with a wooden desk, two office chairs, a computer monitor, teal cabinetry, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A modern bar area with high stools, a long counter, and a large TV screen.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tiled walls and benches.

20. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC
Downtown Columbia, 0.6 mi from University of South Carolina
United States
Amy
£87
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC
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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A spacious indoor area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a seating area with sofas and a TV.
The Lantern Columbia
9.8
Exceptional
165 reviews
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A modern living room with a blue cabinet, a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and patterned ottomans.
Hotel Trundle
9.8
Exceptional
1,003 reviews
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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a TV.
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
9.6
Exceptional
152 reviews
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A two-story house with a porch, a small balcony, and a gabled roof.
The 1425 Inn
9.6
Exceptional
278 reviews
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A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a decorative wall with geometric patterns.
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
9.4
Exceptional
843 reviews
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Top University of South Carolina Hotel Reviews

Marriott Columbia

Marriott Columbia

10/10 Excellent
"We stayed for USC college move in . It was so convenient next to The Hub!"
michele 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Marriott Columbia
Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room"
Jennifer 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
The Lantern Columbia

The Lantern Columbia

10/10 Excellent
"Nice bar, easy to get around campus, nice gym and very friendly staff."
Kristen 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Lantern Columbia
Hotel Trundle

Hotel Trundle

10/10 Excellent
"Hotel Trundle is adorable! The staff are hospitable and I loved winding down with a complimentary glass of wine the night of my arrival."
Michelle 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Trundle
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

10/10 Excellent
"Great location"
Katherine 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
Hilton Columbia Center

Hilton Columbia Center

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent stay!"
Karen 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Hilton Columbia Center

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A historic church with a tall tower and arched windows.

Trinity Episcopal Cathedral

Marvel at the stunning architecture and stained glass and examine the Civil War graves in this remarkable sanctuary 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)
Inspect the many monuments and political symbols that decorate the grounds and majestic mansion of the state’s most important structure.
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McKissick Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at McKissick Museum during your travels in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
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Carolina Coliseum

9.4/10 (23 reviews)
Catch an event at Carolina Coliseum during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
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Town Theatre

7.6/10 (5 reviews)
Enjoy a show at Town 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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Koger Center for the Arts

8.2/10 (134 reviews)
Enjoy a performance at Koger Center for the Arts, 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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African American History Monument

You can find out about the history of Columbia with a trip to African American History Monument. While in this walkable area, you can savour the lively bars.
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Colonial Life Arena

8.8/10 (1,029 reviews)
Catch an event at Colonial Life Arena during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of South Carolina?
University of South Carolina is located in a welcoming area of Columbia known for its popular theatre scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 77 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near University of South Carolina?
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from University of South Carolina. Other good choices within a short distance include Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista and Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC.
How many hotels will I be able to find near University of South Carolina?
Expedia has 77 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from University of South Carolina.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of South Carolina, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near University of South Carolina.
What can I see and do near University of South Carolina?
Columbia Museum of Art, South Carolina State Museum and South Carolina Military Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore notable local landmarks like South Carolina State House, Williams Brice Stadium and First Baptist Church. You can check out the local talent at Koger Center for the Arts, Township Auditorium and Columbia Marionette Theater.
How can I get to University of South Carolina?
To see more of the larger area, ride aboard one of the trains from Columbia Station. There might not be many public transport choices near to University of South Carolina so consider a car rental to maximise your time.