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Our top choices for South Carolina State Museum hotels

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1. The Lantern Columbia

The Lantern Columbia
2.0 star property
The Vista, 1.1 km from South Carolina State Museum
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (98 reviews)
"Great staff, great breakfast!"
United States
Andrew
The price is €160
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
The Lantern Columbia
The Darling Suite

2. Hotel Trundle

Hotel Trundle
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.6 km from South Carolina State Museum
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay!!"
United States
william
The price is €167
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Hotel Trundle
Breakfast and dinner served

3. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
3.5 star property
The Vista, 1.1 km from South Carolina State Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,198 reviews)
"Overall great stay!"
United States
Jose
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Exterior

4. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
4.0 star property
University Hill, 2.1 km from South Carolina State Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,009 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and location"
United States
Joan
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
13 Jun - 14 Jun
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
Exterior

5. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.2 km from South Carolina State Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay! Didn’t expect it but dinner both night was provided and very good. Would stay here again."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is €138
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG
Lounge

6. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
The Vista, 0.9 km from South Carolina State Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (847 reviews)
"Location was perfect"
United States
luann
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
Restaurant

7. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
3.0 star property
The Vista, 0.4 km from South Carolina State Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Good breakfast, superior staff"
United States
Gilbert
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
Exterior

8. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone
2.5 star property
3.2 km from South Carolina State Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great place "
United States
William
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone
Exterior

9. Hilton Columbia Center

Hilton Columbia Center
3.5 star property
The Vista, 1 km from South Carolina State Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"The rooms were comfortable and spacious. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We would absolutely stay again."
United States
Melissa
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Hilton Columbia Center
Terrace/patio

10. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
2.5 star property
The Vista, 0.8 km from South Carolina State Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff and room was clean and comfortable."
United States
Keisha
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
Free full breakfast on weekdays

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG
2.5 star property
The Vista, 1 km from South Carolina State Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (761 reviews)
"Clean great staff right in avista"
United States
Lisa
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG
Rooftop terrace

12. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Moxy Columbia Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.4 km from South Carolina State Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (214 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful. "
United States
Anne-Marie
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Moxy Columbia Downtown
Property amenity

13. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.5 km from South Carolina State Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,014 reviews)
"Enjoyed ourcstay"
United States
Karl Murray
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Exterior

14. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.5 km from South Carolina State Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (777 reviews)
"While the hotel was very clean and the staff was super nice, the walk to the parking garage was overflowing with trash and sadly many unhoused people."
United States
Deborah
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
Free daily continental breakfast

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
Arsenal Hill, 0.7 km from South Carolina State Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great hotel "
United States
Orlando
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

16. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
3.0 star property
The Vista, 0.8 km from South Carolina State Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and comfort for my stay."
United States
Elisha
The price is €143
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
Meeting facility

17. Marriott Columbia

Marriott Columbia
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.5 km from South Carolina State Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Had a great stay!"
United States
Temi
The price is €156
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Marriott Columbia
Restaurant

18. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.4 km from South Carolina State Museum
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and great staff. Try to stay in higher floors though, as this is an old building and the nights could be very loud."
United States
Hannah
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
BBQ/picnic Area

19. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 2.1 km from South Carolina State Museum
7.8 out of 10, Good, (510 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and t"
United States
Willie Menia
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC
Indoor pool

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 2.1 km from South Carolina State Museum
7.6 out of 10, Good, (357 reviews)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff and within walking distances of everything."
United States
Keisha
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown
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Compare popular hotels close to South Carolina State Museum

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Lobby lounge
The Lantern Columbia
2.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
98 reviews
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The Darling Suite
Hotel Trundle
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
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Breakfast and dinner served
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,198 reviews
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Exterior
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,009 reviews
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Exterior
Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
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Top South Carolina State Museum Hotel Reviews

Moxy Columbia Downtown

Moxy Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"The room was very nice definitely on the smaller side but still very nice and well maintained."
Hunter 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Moxy Columbia Downtown

Hotels near other South Carolina State Museum attractions

EdVenture Children's Museum

4.4/5 (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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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 66 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 Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC.
How many hotels will I be able to find near South Carolina State Museum?
Expedia has 66 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 McKissick Museum. South Carolina State House, Columbia Urban League and Williams Brice Stadium are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can check out the local talent at Koger Center for the Arts, Township Auditorium and Trustus 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.