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Our top choices for University Hill hotels

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

1. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
4.0 star property
University Hill
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Everything was very nice. We enjoyed our meal in the restaurant. We enjoy our stay."
United States
Linda
The price is SAR 554
SAR 632 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
A modern living room with a blue cabinet, a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and patterned ottomans.

2. Hotel Trundle

Hotel Trundle
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.3 km from University Hill
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful from check in to check out, the staff is amazing!"
United States
Wendy
The price is SAR 539
SAR 604 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Trundle
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, white sofas, and red umbrellas.

3. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 0.4 km from University Hill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (560 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast, staff was awesome and courteous"
United States
melvina
The price is SAR 428
SAR 479 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC
A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a television.

4. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
3.5 star property
The Vista, 1.3 km from University Hill
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,273 reviews)
"Great location, clean rooms, friendly staff."
United States
Jeanne
The price is SAR 478
SAR 535 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a patterned carpet.

5. Marriott Columbia

Marriott Columbia
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.1 km from University Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"It was right downtown close to everything and easy access to all the local restaurants."
United States
Winona
The price is SAR 785
SAR 879 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Marriott Columbia
A modern room with large windows, a green armchair, a brown chair, a small round table, and a potted plant.

6. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.1 km from University Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (824 reviews)
"Convenient location"
United States
jennifer
The price is SAR 432
SAR 484 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
A rooftop lounge with a fire pit, seating area, and a view of the cityscape at sunset.

7. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Moxy Columbia Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 0.9 km from University Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (294 reviews)
"Great staff and lovely environment"
United States
mario
The price is SAR 446
SAR 500 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Moxy Columbia Downtown
An outdoor seating area with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and a view of the cityscape in the background.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.1 km from University Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The location of this property is wonderful!"
United States
CHRISTINE
The price is SAR 507
SAR 568 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
A spacious indoor area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a seating area with sofas and a TV.

9. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Lantern Hotel Columbia
4.0 star property
The Vista, 1.2 km from University Hill
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (208 reviews)
"The rooms are spacious and clean. Coffee and tea stations throughout. Great on site bar and restaurant"
United States
Theresa
The price is SAR 591
SAR 662 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Lantern Hotel Columbia
An outdoor patio area with brick walls, a covered seating area, and a fire pit.

10. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
2.5 star property
The Vista, 1.5 km from University Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Hotel was always clean and staff was welcoming"
United States
Diana
The price is SAR 428
SAR 479 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
A rooftop bar with tables and chairs, overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

11. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.1 km from University Hill
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great service!"
United States
Bobby
The price is SAR 454
SAR 509 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a decorative wall with geometric patterns.

12. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
2.5 star property
The Vista, 2.1 km from University Hill
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (924 reviews)
"A great stay!"
United States
Laurel
The price is SAR 366
SAR 410 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
A spacious indoor area with wooden flooring, multiple seating arrangements including tables and chairs, and large windows providing natural light.

13. 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, 1.5 km from University Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (798 reviews)
"Really nice room. Front desk was awesome."
United States
Karla
The price is SAR 432
SAR 547 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG
A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a variety of bottles.

14. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
The Vista, 1.5 km from University Hill
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (890 reviews)
"Location was great"
United States
Robert
The price is SAR 460
SAR 524 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a dining table with chairs, a microwave, and a blackboard on the wall.

15. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
3.0 star property
The Vista, 1.5 km from University Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"The property was very close downtown to everything that I needed lot of restaurants around the property overall was just great"
United States
Sandra
The price is SAR 477
SAR 534 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
A multi-story hotel with a prominent Hilton sign, featuring a brick facade and multiple windows.

16. Hilton Columbia Center

Hilton Columbia Center
3.5 star property
The Vista, 1.3 km from University Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"One of the nicest little pool areas downtown. Hidden gem. Great hotel."
United States
ryan
The price is SAR 554
SAR 621 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hilton Columbia Center
A modern dining area with a central island, multiple seating options, and pendant lighting.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
Arsenal Hill, 2.2 km from University Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great room and amazing staff."
United States
Tameka
The price is SAR 351
SAR 394 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden stools, and a curved seating arrangement.

18. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
3.0 star property
The Vista, 2 km from University Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, convenient location, and easy access off the express way."
United States
James
The price is SAR 507
SAR 579 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a TV.

19. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
The Vista, 2.1 km from University Hill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (159 reviews)
"Great Place to stay"
United States
Brian
The price is SAR 474
SAR 531 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
A building entrance with a stone facade, large glass doors, and a wooden archway.

20. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 2.5 km from University Hill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Mingkang
The price is SAR 586
SAR 656 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG
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Where to stay in University Hill

Find the best University Hill areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
Trinity Episcopal Church with a cemetery and a fence.

Downtown Columbia

Travelers come to Downtown Columbia for its lively bars, and you can see top attractions like South Carolina State House and Columbia Museum of Art while you're in town.

A large white building with a dome and columns, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

The Vista

The Vista is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Colonial Life Arena or Koger Center for the Arts.

A cityscape with prominent government buildings, including a large white structure with columns and a dome, surrounded by smaller buildings and a mix of green spaces and urban development.

Rosewood

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rosewood and surrounding area, you can visit South Carolina Military Museum and South Carolina State Fairgrounds.

A cityscape with a prominent historic building with a dome, surrounded by modern skyscrapers and a mix of greenery.

Shandon

While Shandon might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Township Auditorium and South Carolina State Fairgrounds.

A cityscape with prominent government buildings, including a large white structure with columns and a dome, surrounded by smaller buildings and a mix of green spaces and urban development.

St. Andrews

Travelers come to St. Andrews for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Harbison State Forest and BTM Dutch Square Cinema 14 while you're in town.

Top University Hill Hotel Reviews

StudioRes by Marriott Columbia Harbison

StudioRes by Marriott Columbia Harbison

10/10 Excellent
"Sabrina is amazing. We call when the GPS didn’t quite get us to the hotel. She was patient and pleasant. She stayed on the phone to make sure we were able to get there. She was even more pleasant and helpful once we arrived. She renewed my hope that GREAT customer service still exists."
Cynthia 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
StudioRes by Marriott Columbia Harbison

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in University Hill?
University Hill is a welcoming neighborhood known for its array of dining options and sporting events.
Where is the best place to stay in University Hill?
Based on our traveler data, Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC is one of the top choices for your stay in University Hill. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from University of South Carolina, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center.
How many hotels can I expect to find in University Hill?
Book one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodations in University Hill and start exploring everything Columbia has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University Hill, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer in University Hill.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to University Hill?
For additional details about changing or cancelling your trip to University Hill, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What is there to do around this Columbia neighborhood?
McKissick Museum, Town Theatre, and Columbia Urban League are just a few of the places to visit in and around University Hill. While you're out sightseeing in Columbia, be sure to visit other sights like African American History Monument or Wilson House.