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Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC combines modern comforts with genuine Southern hospitality. Guests can unwind on the peaceful terrace or browse books in the library. The Trophy Room serves satisfying meals, while the attentive staff ensures a memorable stay.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
The current price is €128
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

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Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite (Bridal King Junior Suite) | Living area

Junior Suite (Bridal King Junior Suite)

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite (Sir Big Spur King Jr Suite)

Junior Suite (Sir Big Spur King Jr Suite)

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Horseshoe King Jr Suite)

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
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Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (3x3 Shower)

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, 1 King Bed

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
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Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (3x3 Shower)

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Single Beds

Room, 2 Single Beds

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

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1619 Pendleton Street, Columbia, SC, 29201

What's nearby

  • Township Auditorium - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of South Carolina - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Colonial Life Arena - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Williams Brice Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 8 min drive
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cook-Out - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪University of South Carolina Bookstore - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Knowledge Perk Coffee Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Roly Poly - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Upscale hotel near University of South Carolina
Close to Colonial Life Arena, Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC provides a terrace, a library and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Trophy Room, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a fireplace in reception and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-in
  • A ballroom, wedding services and a TV in reception
  • 2 meeting rooms, a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things the helpful staff, first-rate property condition and location
Room features
All 119 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 10 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 15 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Trophy Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 2,200 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1910
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 34 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 50 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 15 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • Self-parking fee: USD 10 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Inn USC
Inn USC Wyndham Garden
Inn USC Wyndham Garden Columbia
USC Inn
USC Wyndham
USC Wyndham Garden
USC Wyndham Garden Columbia
Wyndham Columbia
Wyndham Garden Columbia
Wyndham USC
Inn USC Columbia
Inn at USC Hotel Columbia
Inn at USC Hotel
Inn at USC Columbia
Inn at USC Wyndham Garden Columbia

Frequently asked questions

Is Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC?

As of 11 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC on 9 Nov 2025 start from €127.94, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC?

Self-parking is available for USD 10 per night.

What time is check-in at Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM.

What time is check-out at Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC located?

Located in Downtown Columbia, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, University of South Carolina and Colonial Life Arena. South Carolina State House and Wilson House are also within 15 minutes. Columbia Station is 26 minutes by foot.

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Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 807 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1016 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient location- easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff was nice, and closeness of locations from the hotel was super beneficial!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff was so friendly. Perfect location for a USC visit. Colorful decor and charming b & b feel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Graduate is the place to stay when parents are visiting!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Amazing experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Really neat decor and feel! Highly recommend for those wanting to be close to campus!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at the Graduate! It’s very close to downtown. Most attractions and restaurants are walkable! The hotel is very eclectic in its decorations too! Lots of bright colors and Gamecocks everywhere! It was a fun stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff! Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the staff and location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deidre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

RONALD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlet

Great location and vibe
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great decor!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Amenities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful service and hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Graduate is really nice. Location is perfect. Cute bar areas inside and outdoor porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was beautiful, clean and close to USC campus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique decor. Cozy rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for university parents.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025