The Convention Center is right in the middle of Columbia’s bustling downtown. With over 2,000 hotel rooms within one mile and plenty of restaurants within four blocks, getting your fill of our city is easy. After your meeting wraps, dig into some traditional Southern barbecue, or cozy up to the bar with a cocktail – no matter your style, we’ve got you covered. Check out the hotels and restaurants nearby below.
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222 rooms
The Hilton Columbia Center is conveniently located across the street from the Convention Center. The hotel features meeting rooms, room service, an outdoor saltwater pool, and a Ruth's Chris Steak House Restaurant.
924 Senate Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803-744-7800
122 rooms
The Hampton Inn is down the street from the Convention Center in the heart of the Vista. The hotel features an outdoor saltwater pool and complimentary breakfast or on-the-run breakfast bags.
822 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803-231-2000
130 rooms
The Hyatt Place Hotel is located in the heart of the Vista just minutes from the Columbia Convention Center. The hotel offers free breakfast, a 24/7 market, flexible meeting space, and a coffee to cocktails bar for guests.
819 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803-978-2013
107 rooms
Located in the Vista, the stylish Aloft Columbia Downtown is conveniently near the shops, dining, and nightlife in the area. The Aloft is a pet-friendly hotel that has a funky bar and lounge, a fitness center and meeting spaces.
823 Lady Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803-445-1900
105 rooms
Coming soon to the corner of Washington and Lincoln Streets!
132 rooms
Located on the West end of the Vista, SpringHill Suites is a brief walk to the shops and restaurants in the area. The hotel offers a meeting space, fitness center, indoor pool, full service bar, and free onsite parking.
511 Lady Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803-978-2333
189 rooms
The Courtyard Marriott is located on the USC campus, near the Colonial Life Arena and down the road from Williams Brice Stadium. Within walking distance to the Convention Center, the UofSC campus and the Colonial Life Arena, the Courtyard by Marriott at USC offers onsite Bistro dining, laundry facilities, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center.
630 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803-799-7800
90 rooms
Centrally located in the revitalized Main Street district, this property mixes in modern and vintage styles for a unique stay with city views.
1233 Washington Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803-205-4950
134 rooms
The Sheraton is nestled along Main Street in the heart of downtown within walking distance to a number of shops, museums, and restaurants, and a five minute drive to the Convention Center. The Sheraton features a Starbucks coffee shop in its basement and a rooftop bar that overlooks the city.
1400 Main Steeet, Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803-988-1400
300 rooms
Located in the heart of downtown Columbia, this 300 room hotel is near local shops, a variety of restaurants, and the State House. The hotel features a spacious lobby and on-site restaurant as well as versatile meeting spaces.
1200 Hampton Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803-771-7000
41 rooms
Nestled in the heart of the Main Street District you'll find boutique hotel, Hotel Trundle. It's an urban retreat that mixes a historic foundation with bright colors & creative designs that reflect Columbia's vibrant culture. Around every corner, and in every detail, you'll find local art, furnishings and sentiment. Take in a complimentary local beer at check in, sit back and relax, and let your meeting feel more like a vacation.
1224 Taylor Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803-722-5000
83 rooms
Coming soon!
501 Taylor Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803-744-4000
166 rooms
Graduate Columbia is located just steps from the historic Horseshoe on campus. Located in a restored, turn-of-the-century home, this hotel features eclectic décor centered around Columbia's local flare, 3,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, and a lobby-level café and bar.
1619 Pendleton Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803-779-7779
223 rooms
The dual-branded Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown and Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown is close to the Main Street, Vista and Five Points districts, perfect for entertaining your group.
1203 Pickens Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803-227-3400 or 803-227-3410