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A modern living room with a blue cabinet, a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and patterned ottomans.

A hotel room with exposed brick walls, a large bed, a desk with a telephone, and a television on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a staircase with decorative railings.

Two people celebrating with confetti in a bar setting.

1. Hotel Trundle

Downtown Columbia, 1.6 km from South Carolina State Museum

Wendy

P9,001

P10,081 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outside.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a decorative partition, and a visible kitchen area.

2. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Vista, 1.1 km from South Carolina State Museum

Theresa

P9,891

P11,079 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A two-story house with a porch, a small balcony, and a gabled roof.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wooden dresser, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A spacious living area with a staircase, a dining area, and a hallway leading to another room.

3. The 1425 Inn

Downtown Columbia, 2.1 km from South Carolina State Museum

Mary

P8,066

P10,787 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent vertical stripe pattern on the facade.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, a built-in washer and dryer, and a view of the city.

A pool table with balls, a bar area, and a large TV screen.

4. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 0.1 km from South Carolina State Museum

Brian

P7,930

P8,882 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows allowing natural light.

A modern dining area with marble tables and cushioned chairs, a central chandelier, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern hotel room with a sectional sofa, a small table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

5. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 1.1 km from South Carolina State Museum

Jeanne

P7,988

P8,947 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a wall-mounted TV.

A modern retail space with shelves stocked with beverages, snacks, and other items.

An outdoor patio with a bar area, seating, and a grill station.

6. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 0.1 km from South Carolina State Museum

Laurel

P6,114

P6,848 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

An outdoor patio area with brick buildings, tables, chairs, and umbrellas.

A bar area with a coffee machine, stools, and a menu board.

A traditional library with a fireplace, leather seating, and a patterned rug.

7. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

University Hill, 2.1 km from South Carolina State Museum

Linda

P9,373

P10,686 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, hanging chairs, and a table with chairs.

A modern cafe with a central display of snacks and beverages, a seating area with sofas, and a ceiling with unique lighting fixtures.

A breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items and a sign reading "TOP IT BREAKFAST".

8. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

3.2 km from South Carolina State Museum

Kim

P6,167

P7,030 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A building entrance with a stone facade, large glass doors, and a wooden archway.

A spacious indoor area with a large gray sofa, multiple tables, chairs, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a sectional sofa.

9. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 1.2 km from South Carolina State Museum

Mingkang

P9,860

P11,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, round tables, and artwork on the walls.

A modern lounge area with blue sofas, yellow and red cushions, a glass coffee table, and a large mural of a cityscape.

A pool table in a modern indoor setting with large windows, a patterned rug, and bar stools.

10. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 0.9 km from South Carolina State Museum

Robert

P7,687

P8,763 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a desk, and a window.

11. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 0.8 km from South Carolina State Museum

Sandra

P7,957

P8,912 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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

A modern indoor space with a curved reception desk, a refrigerated display case with beverages, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television screen above the bar.

12. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Downtown Columbia, 1.5 km from South Carolina State Museum

CHRISTINE

P7,954

P8,908 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A modern hotel entrance with a green sign, outdoor seating, and planters.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, and a view of buildings through the windows.

13. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 1.5 km from South Carolina State Museum

jennifer

P7,096

P7,948 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

A modern hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a modern ceiling design.

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a TV, and a large mirror.

14. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 0.4 km from South Carolina State Museum

James

P8,421

P9,614 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

A modern bar area with a high ceiling, bar stools, and a central bar counter.

The Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center with a modern architectural design, featuring large windows and a prominent entrance.

15. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

The Vista, 0.8 km from South Carolina State Museum

Diana

P7,209

P8,075 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A modern living room with a dining table, blue chairs, a chandelier, a brick accent wall, and a television.

A hotel room with a large TV, a glass desk, a sofa, and a view of a building through the window.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, marble flooring, and elegant furniture.

16. Hilton Columbia Center

The Vista, 1 km from South Carolina State Museum

ryan

P9,710

P10,876 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A modern building with large glass windows and a brick facade.

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, a patterned carpet, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A serene park with a fountain, benches, and lush greenery.

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

The Vista, 1 km from South Carolina State Museum

Karla

P7,222

P9,156 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A modern restaurant with multiple dining areas, including booths and tables, and a central seating area with a blue sofa.

A hotel entrance with a wooden facade, a reception desk, and a sign reading "TWELVE HUNDRED".

18. Marriott Columbia

Downtown Columbia, 1.5 km from South Carolina State Museum

Winona

P13,125

P14,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern interior with a reception desk, a bench, and a wall with a bulletin board.

A modern hotel building with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

A delivery drop area with a wooden shelf holding bags and a locker area with numbered lockers.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

19. LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone

3.2 km from South Carolina State Museum

Robertson

P7,158

P8,160 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern dining area with a central island, multiple seating options, and pendant lighting.

A patio area with outdoor furniture, a pergola, and a brick building in the background.

A reception desk with a wooden finish and a modern design, featuring a large circular artwork on the wall behind it.

A hotel with a modern facade, a well-lit entrance, and an American flag.

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 0.7 km from South Carolina State Museum

Tameka

P5,878

P6,583 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to South Carolina State Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Trundle	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
The Lantern Hotel Columbia	9.8 Exceptional 209 reviews	View
The 1425 Inn	9.6 Exceptional 283 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 159 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista	9.4 Exceptional 1,260 reviews	View

Top South Carolina State Museum Hotel Reviews

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Loved my stay. Would stay here again"

Hotel Trundle

8/10 Good

"Nice for a short 2-3 day stay. Conveniently located to downtown, highways, and university."

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

10/10 Excellent

"What a great place to stay. My wife & I stayed for one night on the way to Charleston, and wish we could have stayed another. What a quaint & cozy hotel, with a great bar, a friendly staff/bar tender, and great food. The hotel is a refurbished fire station with a lot of memorabilia and nostalgic pictures. We will be back."

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

10/10 Excellent

"We are returning customers, having stayed at The Graduate Columbia many times. Love the property and friendly helpful staff."

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

8/10 Good

"The hotel is well located in downtown Columbia, SC. It is clean, well maintained and the staff is very personable and helpful. The only issue I had was the hot water in the bathroom sink took 5 minutes to get hot. Thankfully the shower did not take that long. Everything else about the hotel was excellent and I would definitely recommend it to others."

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean but a bit of a walk to downtown/restaurants"

Hilton Columbia Center

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay at the Hilton Columbia Center. Awesome location the hotel is just beautiful and clean. My fiancee and I enjoyed dining at Ruth’s Chris Steak house. The hotel staff were awesome. They made us feel comfortable from the first day we arrive which really set the tone for our stay everyone’s very helpful and friendly, especially Kat and Le these ladies really highlight I stay for the weekend very pleasant very professional very helpful. Can’t wait to stay there again."

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Clean spacious rooms"

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

8/10 Good

"Bed and pillows comfortable. Air conditioning is a bit finicky and doesn’t get as cold. Other than that, no complaints."

Other attractions near South Carolina State Museum

EdVenture Children's Museum

8.8/10 (46 reviews)

You can take time to visit EdVenture Children's Museum during your travels to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum

You can browse the exhibits at South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Trustus Theatre

Enjoy a show at Trustus Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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West Columbia Riverwalk

8.2/10 (126 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at West Columbia Riverwalk, a lovely green space in West Columbia. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Columbia Regional Visitors Center

You can learn about the history of Columbia with a trip to Columbia Regional Visitors Center. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center

8.4/10 (594 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Columbia Marionette Theater

6.0/10 (5 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Columbia Marionette Theater, a theater with a story to tell in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Richard Samuel Roberts House

You can learn about the history of Columbia with a visit to Richard Samuel Roberts House. While in this walkable area, you can savor the lively bars.

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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 theater scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 67 hotels and other accommodations 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 traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a fitness center. Other good choices close by include Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista and The Lantern Hotel Columbia.

How many hotels will I find near South Carolina State Museum?

Expedia has 67 hotels and other accommodations 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 reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals 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 Robert Mills Historic House and Park. South Carolina State House, First Baptist Church, and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can check out the local talent at Koger Center for the Arts, Township Auditorium, and Town Theatre.

How can I get to South Carolina State Museum?

If you're taking a train to the area, Columbia Station is the closest stop to Downtown Columbia. There might not be many public transit options to choose from near by South Carolina State Museum so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for South Carolina State Museum hotels

1. Hotel Trundle

2. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

3. The 1425 Inn

4. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

5. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

6. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

7. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

8. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

9. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

10. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

11. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

12. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

13. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

14. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

15. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

16. Hilton Columbia Center

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

18. Marriott Columbia

19. LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Compare popular hotels close to South Carolina State Museum

Top South Carolina State Museum Hotel Reviews

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Hotel Trundle

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Hilton Columbia Center

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

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

Other attractions near South Carolina State Museum

EdVenture Children's Museum

South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum

Trustus Theatre

West Columbia Riverwalk

Columbia Regional Visitors Center

Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center

Columbia Marionette Theater

Richard Samuel Roberts House

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