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Our top choices for South Carolina State Museum hotels

Lobby lounge

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, (119 reviews)
"Great staff, great breakfast!"
United States
Andrew
The price is P9,153
P10,251 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
The Lantern Columbia
55-inch LED TV with cable channels

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
The Vista, 0.1 km from South Carolina State Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (143 reviews)
"Nice clean room and lobby, right across from Edventure"
United States
JONATHAN
The price is P6,748
P7,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Bar (on property)

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
2.5 star property
The Vista, 0.1 km from South Carolina State Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (745 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Steven
The price is P6,748
P7,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Hotel Trundle

Hotel Trundle
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.6 km from South Carolina State Museum
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"The location was good. The staff was excellent and friendly"
United States
Nicole
The price is P10,367
P11,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Hotel Trundle
Breakfast and dinner served

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, (1,225 reviews)
"Overall great stay!"
United States
Jose
The price is P7,553
P8,460 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Front of property

The 1425 Inn

The 1425 Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia, 2.1 km from South Carolina State Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (275 reviews)
"The hotel was wonderful "
United States
Rahin
The price is P8,404
P11,130 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
The 1425 Inn
Front of property

Chesnut Cottage Inn

Chesnut Cottage Inn
4.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 2.3 km from South Carolina State Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Could not have had a better stay!"
United States
Alex
The price is P14,906
P18,698 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Chesnut Cottage Inn
Exterior

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and location"
United States
Joan
The price is P7,977
P9,094 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 24 - Jul 25
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
Exterior

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
Nysia
The price is P8,833
P9,893 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG
Lounge

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, (853 reviews)
"This hotel was clean, trendy, well located and had great amenities!"
United States
Angela
The price is P6,780
P7,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 11 - Jul 12
Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
Restaurant

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Good breakfast, superior staff"
United States
Gilbert
The price is P7,806
P8,911 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
Exterior

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, (1,007 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Monique
The price is P6,181
P7,047 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 24 - Jul 25
Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone
Terrace/patio

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff and room was clean and comfortable."
United States
Keisha
The price is P7,025
P7,868 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 10 - Jul 11
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
Free daily continental breakfast

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, (1,004 reviews)
"Great hotel "
United States
Orlando
The price is P5,214
P5,840 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
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
2.5 star property
The Vista, 1 km from South Carolina State Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (775 reviews)
"Helpful staff!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is P7,519
P9,469 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG
Exterior

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, (781 reviews)
"H"
United States
Jason
The price is P6,656
P7,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 24 - Jul 25
Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
Exterior

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Would have been nice to know the property was under construction at the time of booking"
United States
Pamela
The price is P7,824
P8,763 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Hilton Columbia Center
Property amenity

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a quick trip!"
United States
Melissa
The price is P7,806
P8,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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, (1,010 reviews)
"I booked this room for someone and received great feedback."
United States
Jerome
The price is P7,827
P8,767 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
Rooftop terrace

Moxy Columbia Downtown

Moxy Columbia Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.4 km from South Carolina State Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (229 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful. "
United States
Anne-Marie
The price is P6,686
P7,489 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Moxy Columbia Downtown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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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
119 reviews
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55-inch LED TV with cable channels
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
143 reviews
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Bar (on property)
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
745 reviews
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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Hotel Trundle
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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Breakfast and dinner served
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,225 reviews
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Top South Carolina State Museum Hotel Reviews

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"At checkout the front desk associate hooked us up with snacks and water bottles for our family of 4!"
Kathleen 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Hotels near other South Carolina State Museum attractions

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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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 64 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 SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista.
How many hotels will I find near South Carolina State Museum?
Expedia has 64 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 Cayce Historical 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 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.