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Our top choices for South Carolina State Fairgrounds hotels

Living area
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
The Vista, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (93)
"Staff is very helpful. Rooms are clean and spacious."
United States
Crystal
The price is P6,693
P7,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Exterior
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
4.0 star property
University Hill, 2.3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Great place to stay! "
United States
Kerrie
The price is P6,264
P7,141 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
Breakfast and dinner served, American cuisine
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
3.5 star property
The Vista, 2.8 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1153)
"Yes my room was clean and the staff was very nice plua the breakfast was great"
United States
Lisa
The price is P6,073
P6,802 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Bar (on property)
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
2.5 star property
The Vista, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (462)
"The staff and breakfast was amazing. Great little spot. "
United States
LaRheta
The price is P5,360
P6,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Lounge
Aloft Columbia Downtown

Aloft Columbia Downtown

Aloft Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
The Vista, 2.9 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (800)
"great place"
United States
Claudette Lovette
The price is P5,826
P6,525 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Aloft Columbia Downtown
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.8 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Friendly staff. Newly renovated. Clean . "
United States
Stuart
The price is P6,189
P6,932 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Exterior
Hilton Columbia Center

Hilton Columbia Center

Hilton Columbia Center
3.5 star property
The Vista, 2.5 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Awesome experience, great location "
United States
catherine
The price is P6,367
P7,131 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Hilton Columbia Center
Terrace/patio
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
2.5 star property
The Vista, 2.8 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Great stay"
United States
Christopher
The price is P5,730
P6,532 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
Exterior
Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (708)
"Nice staff and convenient "
United States
kelly
The price is P4,522
P5,064 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
Rooftop terrace
Moxy Columbia Downtown

Moxy Columbia Downtown

Moxy Columbia Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 2.7 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (127)
"Great hotel, amazing location "
United States
Orlando
The price is P5,696
P6,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Moxy Columbia Downtown
Restaurant
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
3.0 star property
The Vista, 3.1 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"They rooms are clean. Staff is very friendly and helpful. All around great place to stay."
United States
Aviance
The price is P5,940
P6,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
Free full breakfast on weekdays
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG

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, 3.1 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (711)
"Room was clean and staff was courteous. "
United States
Chasity
The price is P5,473
P6,953 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG
Interior detail
The Hangar Lofts Hotel

The Hangar Lofts Hotel

The Hangar Lofts Hotel
2.5 star property
Rosewood, 1 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (73)
"Great place! Clean and spacious. The owner was very welcoming and friendly. He made the experience very pleasant. "
United States
Matt
The price is P8,827
P9,886 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
The Hangar Lofts Hotel
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
3.0 star property
The Vista, 2.7 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Staff were very friendly. Rooms clean and well maintained. Food was good. Great location "
United States
Stacey
The price is P6,459
P7,235 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
Meeting facility
Marriott Columbia

Marriott Columbia

Marriott Columbia
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Friendly staff and super nice hotel. "
United States
Glenda
The price is P7,591
P8,502 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 26 - Dec 27
Marriott Columbia
Restaurant
Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia, 3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Clean rooms and hospitable staff!"
United States
James
The price is P5,943
P6,657 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
BBQ/picnic area
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 2.7 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
7.8 out of 10, Good, (448)
"Great stay"
United States
Ilesha
The price is P5,889
P6,595 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 26 - Dec 27
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC
Indoor pool
Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 2.7 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
7.6 out of 10, Good, (317)
"Had a very nice stay. Staff was very pleasant. "
United States
Trina
The price is P6,563
P7,350 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Columbia, 0.3 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
6.4 out of 10, (1000)
"Clean room. Staff was pleasant "
United States
Laquinda
The price is P3,694
P4,137 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Gallus Stadium Park Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Front of property
Chesnut Cottage Inn Bed & Breakfast

Chesnut Cottage Inn Bed & Breakfast

Chesnut Cottage Inn Bed & Breakfast
4.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 3.1 km from South Carolina State Fairgrounds
The price is P14,523
P16,266 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Chesnut Cottage Inn Bed & Breakfast
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Top South Carolina State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

10/10 Excellent
"Yes"
Yvette 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Hotels near other South Carolina State Fairgrounds attractions

Williams Brice Stadium

4.3/5 (481 reviews)
Catch an event at Williams Brice Stadium during your trip to Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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South Carolina Military Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in South Carolina Military Museum in Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

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 40 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 40 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 State Museum, Columbia Museum of Art, and South Carolina Military Museum. 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.