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Hotel Trundle
Hotel Trundle3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.4 km from University of South Carolina
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (991)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(991)
"Very clean. Staff very nice and friendly. I would definitely stay there again"
"Very clean. Staff very nice and friendly. I would definitely stay there again"Leslie
The price is S$201
S$201
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec




Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC4.0 star property
University Hill, 0.6 km from University of South Carolina
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1007)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(1007)
"Great hotel: loved the unique style! Get amenities !!"
"Great hotel: loved the unique style! Get amenities !!"Kelly
The price is S$157
S$157
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan, 2026




Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista3.5 star property
The Vista, 1.1 km from University of South Carolina
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1153)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(1153)
"Yes my room was clean and the staff was very nice plua the breakfast was great"
"Yes my room was clean and the staff was very nice plua the breakfast was great"Lisa
The price is S$149
S$149
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026




Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown3.0 star property
The Vista, 1.8 km from University of South Carolina
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (93)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(93)
"Great hotel in a great location! Like new hotel with great food options and bar. Room was very large and quiet. Highly recommend. "
"Great hotel in a great location! Like new hotel with great food options and bar. Room was very large and quiet. Highly recommend. "SCOTT
The price is S$164
S$164
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec




The 1425 Inn
The 1425 Inn3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.9 km from University of South Carolina
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (255)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(255)
"Lovely accommodations, great location with an easy walk to Main Street, easy check-in/out process. Will definitely stay again!"
"Lovely accommodations, great location with an easy walk to Main Street, easy check-in/out process. Will definitely stay again!"Samantha
The price is S$223
S$223
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec




Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown2.5 star property
The Vista, 1.8 km from University of South Carolina
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (462)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(462)
"The staff and breakfast was amazing. Great little spot. "
"The staff and breakfast was amazing. Great little spot. "LaRheta
The price is S$129
S$129
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec




Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 0.5 km from University of South Carolina
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1000)
"Friendly staff. Newly renovated. Clean . "
"Friendly staff. Newly renovated. Clean . "Stuart
The price is S$152
S$152
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec




Aloft Columbia Downtown
Aloft Columbia Downtown3.0 star property
The Vista, 1.3 km from University of South Carolina
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (800)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(800)
"The staff was great, and the room was clean. It was a nice stay and no complaints. Great location "
"The staff was great, and the room was clean. It was a nice stay and no complaints. Great location "Lindsay
The price is S$143
S$143
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec




Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG
Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 2.5 km from University of South Carolina
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1002)
"Hotel was easy to find, friendly staff, very clean and comfortable rooms. "
"Hotel was easy to find, friendly staff, very clean and comfortable rooms. "NORMA
The price is S$149
S$149
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan, 2026




Hilton Columbia Center
Hilton Columbia Center3.5 star property
The Vista, 1 km from University of South Carolina
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1000)
"Awesome experience, great location "
"Awesome experience, great location "catherine
The price is S$156
S$156
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan, 2026




Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (708)
8.8/10
Excellent
(708)
"Nice staff and convenient "
"Nice staff and convenient "kelly
The price is S$111
S$111
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan, 2026




Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District2.5 star property
The Vista, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1003)
"Great stay"
"Great stay"Christopher
The price is S$140
S$140
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec




Moxy Columbia Downtown
Moxy Columbia Downtown2.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 0.9 km from University of South Carolina
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (127)
8.8/10
Excellent
(127)
"Great hotel, amazing location "
"Great hotel, amazing location "Orlando
The price is S$140
S$140
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026




Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG2.5 star property
The Vista, 1.4 km from University of South Carolina
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (710)
8.8/10
Excellent
(710)
"Room was clean and staff was courteous. "
"Room was clean and staff was courteous. "Chasity
The price is S$152
S$152
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan, 2026




SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista3.0 star property
The Vista, 1.7 km from University of South Carolina
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1002)
"They rooms are clean. Staff is very friendly and helpful. All around great place to stay."
"They rooms are clean. Staff is very friendly and helpful. All around great place to stay."Aviance
The price is S$149
S$149
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026




Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista3.0 star property
The Vista, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
8.6/10
Excellent
(1003)
"Staff were very friendly. Rooms clean and well maintained. Food was good. Great location "
"Staff were very friendly. Rooms clean and well maintained. Food was good. Great location "Stacey
The price is S$159
S$159
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan, 2026




Marriott Columbia
Marriott Columbia3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
8.6/10
Excellent
(1000)
"Friendly staff and super nice hotel. "
"Friendly staff and super nice hotel. "Glenda
The price is S$186
S$186
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec




Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.2 km from University of South Carolina
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
8.4/10
Very good
(1001)
"Clean rooms and hospitable staff!"
"Clean rooms and hospitable staff!"James
The price is S$146
S$146
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan, 2026




Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown2.5 star property
Arsenal Hill, 2.1 km from University of South Carolina
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
8.6/10
Excellent
(1000)
"Everything was great"
"Everything was great"Lisa
The price is S$128
S$128
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec




The Hangar Lofts Hotel
The Hangar Lofts Hotel2.5 star property
Rosewood, 2.3 km from University of South Carolina
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (73)
8.6/10
Excellent
(73)
"Great place! Clean and spacious. The owner was very welcoming and friendly. He made the experience very pleasant. "
"Great place! Clean and spacious. The owner was very welcoming and friendly. He made the experience very pleasant. "Matt
The price is S$216
S$216
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Top University of South Carolina Hotel Reviews

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel: loved the unique style! Get amenities !!"

Hotel Trundle
10/10 Excellent
"Exceptional Staff: The service you received clearly made a positive impression.
Top-Tier Ambiance: The atmosphere and setting contributed significantly to your enjoyment.
Tasty Selection: The food and beverage options were high quality and delicious.
Amazing Sleep: The high thread count bedding provided superior comfort and rest. "

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
10/10 Excellent
"Great staff very clean. "

Moxy Columbia Downtown
10/10 Excellent
"Great room and atmosphere "

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
10/10 Excellent
"Friendly staff. Newly renovated. Clean . "

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
10/10 Excellent
"Clean room great staff "

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
10/10 Excellent
"Yes and yes! "

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown
10/10 Excellent
"Perfect "

Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"✅"
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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 67 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near University of South Carolina?
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from University of South Carolina. Other good choices within a short distance include Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC and Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista.
How many hotels will I be able to find near University of South Carolina?
Expedia has 67 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 Robert Mills Historic House and Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore notable local landmarks like South Carolina State House, Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens and Williams Brice Stadium. You can check out the local talent at Koger Center for the Arts, Township Auditorium and Town Theatre.
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.

