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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, (1,001 reviews)
"Loved the Gamecock decor and location"
United States
Heather Massey
The price is SAR 526
SAR 600 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, white sofas, and red umbrellas.

2. 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, (569 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast, staff was awesome and courteous"
United States
melvina
The price is SAR 397
SAR 445 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a patterned carpet.

3. Marriott Columbia

Marriott Columbia
3.5 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.1 km from University Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Staff were great and it’s very conveniently located"
United States
Aidan
The price is SAR 634
SAR 710 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Marriott Columbia
An outdoor seating area with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and a view of the cityscape in the background.

4. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"We love it there! We stay there very time we visit our daughter at USC! They are so friendly it’s super clean"
United States
maggie
The price is SAR 380
SAR 425 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
A modern living room with a blue cabinet, a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and patterned ottomans.

5. Hotel Trundle

Hotel Trundle
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.3 km from University Hill
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great spot to stay."
United States
Nicolas
The price is SAR 590
SAR 661 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hotel Trundle
A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a television.

6. 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, (1,250 reviews)
"Friendly staff and rooms are extremely clean."
United States
Thomas
The price is SAR 402
SAR 451 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tiled walls and benches.

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 0.5 km from University Hill
7.4 out of 10, Good, (393 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay, staff behind the counter had a attitude but overall it was comfortable"
United States
david
The price is SAR 385
SAR 431 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown
A modern room with large windows, a green armchair, a brown chair, a small round table, and a potted plant.

8. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 1.1 km from University Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (833 reviews)
"Room was very clean, bed super comfortable, nice view of the city."
United States
Desiree
The price is SAR 372
SAR 416 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
A rooftop lounge with a city view, including a prominent dome building, at sunset.

9. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Moxy Columbia Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown Columbia, 0.9 km from University Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (305 reviews)
"Great staff and lovely environment"
United States
mario
The price is SAR 421
SAR 472 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Moxy Columbia Downtown
A lobby with modern furniture, a round table with a fruit centerpiece, and large abstract wall art.

10. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Amazing customer service, very professional, clean room ,valet parking ,and buffet breakfast was great !!"
United States
Tonya
The price is SAR 413
SAR 462 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
A modern office space with a desk, chair, TV, and a red sofa.

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Very good experience"
United States
Charles
The price is SAR 443
SAR 496 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a prominent Hilton sign, featuring a brick facade and multiple windows.

12. Hilton Columbia Center

Hilton Columbia Center
3.5 star property
The Vista, 1.3 km from University Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Super friendly folks & nice location."
United States
Thomas
The price is SAR 520
SAR 583 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hilton Columbia Center
An outdoor patio area with brick walls, a covered seating area, and a fire pit.

13. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Very convenient to the downtown area"
United States
Keith H.
The price is SAR 428
SAR 479 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
A spacious indoor area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a seating area with sofas and a TV.

14. 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, (221 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 574
SAR 643 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Lantern Hotel Columbia
A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a variety of bottles.

15. 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, (895 reviews)
"The hotel was updated and very clean. Rooms were set up perfectly. Amenities were nice and the staff was very helpful."
United States
Michelle
The price is SAR 443
SAR 506 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown
A modern building with a glass facade and a sign reading "SCSM".

16. 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, (802 reviews)
"Really nice room. Front desk was awesome."
United States
Karla
The price is SAR 432
SAR 547 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG
An outdoor patio with a bar area, seating, and a grill station.

17. 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, (958 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel"
United States
Andrew Thomas
The price is SAR 366
SAR 410 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Tru By Hilton 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Breakfast was nice, parking is easy just a little pricey."
United States
Diane
The price is SAR 443
SAR 506 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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, (165 reviews)
"Great Place to stay"
United States
Brian
The price is SAR 474
SAR 531 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown
A modern dining area with a central island, multiple seating options, and pendant lighting.

20. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay when visiting U of SC"
United States
Rebecca
The price is SAR 371
SAR 415 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
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Compare popular hotels in University Hill

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A two-story brick house with a porch, a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
A modern living room with a blue cabinet, a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and patterned ottomans.
Hotel Trundle
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,005 reviews
View
A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a television.
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,250 reviews
View
A spacious indoor area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a seating area with sofas and a TV.
The Lantern Hotel Columbia
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
221 reviews
View
An outdoor seating area with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and a view of the cityscape in the background.
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,003 reviews
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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 cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a prominent dome structure, and a well-lit street.

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 surrounded by modern skyscrapers.

Seven Oaks

Seven Oaks is noteworthy for its coffeehouses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saluda Shoals Park and Three Rivers Greenway.

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

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

10/10 Excellent
"Every time I go to Columbia, South Carolina to visit my son and grandkids. This is the only place I’ll stay."
Ronald 5-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hilton Garden Inn 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.