Top 10 Hotels Near South Carolina State Fairgrounds in Columbia for 2026

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A spacious indoor area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a seating area with sofas and a TV.

1. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Vista, 2.5 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Nichole

P9,870 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a TV.

2. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Brian

P8,083 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

3. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Jennifer

P6,879 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a television.

4. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 2.8 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Thomas

P7,730 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A two-story brick house with a porch, a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

5. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

University Hill, 2.3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Jeffrey

P8,614 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a variety of bottles.

6. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 2.9 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Glenda

P7,868 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 27 - Nov 28

An outdoor seating area with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and a view of the cityscape in the background.

7. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Downtown Columbia, 1.8 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Tahara

P7,131 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

A rooftop lounge with a city view, including a prominent dome building, at sunset.

8. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia, 2.6 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Lauren

P7,431 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

An outdoor patio area with brick walls, a covered seating area, and a fire pit.

9. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

The Vista, 2.8 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Jeannette

P6,301 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 28 - Nov 29

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

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

The Vista, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Loni

P8,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden stools, and a curved seating arrangement.

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 3.1 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Diane

P8,343 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 27 - Nov 28

A multi-story hotel with a prominent Hilton sign, featuring a brick facade and multiple windows.

12. Hilton Columbia Center

The Vista, 2.5 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Thomas

P9,770 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

13. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 2.7 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Cherrelle

P7,730 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern room with large windows, a green armchair, a brown chair, a small round table, and a potted plant.

14. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Denise

P7,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 27 - Nov 28

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a patterned carpet.

15. Marriott Columbia

Downtown Columbia, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Aidan

P9,857 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

A modern kitchen with red cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a bar area with stools.

16. The Hangar Lofts Hotel

Rosewood, 1 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Brent

P11,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A rooftop bar with tables and chairs, overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

17. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Downtown Columbia, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Lawrence

P8,319 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, white sofas, and red umbrellas.

18. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

Downtown Columbia, 2.7 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Jodi

P6,879 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tiled walls and benches.

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia, 2.7 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

serena

P6,879 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

20. Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Downtown Columbia, 0.3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Timothy

P4,740 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

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The Lantern Hotel Columbia	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 233 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 168 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 982 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,257 reviews	View
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

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Hotel Trundle

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was very helpful. I was planning for my wedding day and the staff took me to my room for a personal tour. They even allowed me early access because I had limited time due to it being my wedding day."

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is in a great location, and the service was really good. Very walkable, plenty of things to do in the area. The only challenge we experienced was that they charge for parking, and the code QR code they provided didn't work for entry or exit, so we had to pay separately. What's interesting is the fee the hotel charges is $20 and the parking garage only charges $15. A bit odd that they charge more than the lot rate, but they refunded our fee since we had to pay directly. All in all, would definitely visit again!"

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University of South Carolina

9.0/10 (2,467 reviews)

Walk around the campus of University of South Carolina, a top university in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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

South Carolina State Fairgrounds is located in a welcoming area of Columbia that travelers like for its riverfront and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 37 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near South Carolina State Fairgrounds?

Adjacent to South Carolina State Fairgrounds, Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. Another good option is The Hangar Lofts Hotel, located just 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

How many hotels are there near South Carolina State Fairgrounds?

Expedia has 37 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from South Carolina State Fairgrounds.

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

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near South Carolina State Fairgrounds.

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

You'll want to browse the collections at South Carolina Military Museum, South Carolina State Museum, and Columbia Museum of Art. Explore notable local landmarks like Williams Brice Stadium, South Carolina State House, and First Baptist Church. You can check out the local talent at Koger Center for the Arts, Township Auditorium, and Town Theatre.

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Our top choices for South Carolina State Fairgrounds hotels

1. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

2. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

3. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

4. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

5. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

6. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

7. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

8. Moxy Columbia Downtown

9. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

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

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

12. Hilton Columbia Center

13. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

14. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

15. Marriott Columbia

16. The Hangar Lofts Hotel

17. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

18. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

20. Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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