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

A hotel named 'Hotel Trundle' with a brick facade, American and another flag, and potted plants in front.

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.

1. Hotel Trundle

Downtown Columbia, 0.4 km from The Big Apple

Wendy

SAR 539

SAR 604 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

A modern building with a brick facade, large windows, and outdoor exercise equipment.

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

2. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Vista, 0.6 km from The Big Apple

Theresa

SAR 608

SAR 681 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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 multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a mix of brick and glass facades, and a prominent entrance with a covered walkway.

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

3. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.1 km from The Big Apple

Laurel

SAR 443

SAR 496 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

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

4. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.1 km from The Big Apple

Brian

SAR 474

SAR 531 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

A dining area with a round wooden table, a vase of flowers, a lamp, and a patterned rug.

5. The 1425 Inn

Downtown Columbia, 1 km from The Big Apple

Mary

SAR 483

SAR 646 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a large window.

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.

6. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 0.3 km from The Big Apple

Jeanne

SAR 492

SAR 550 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A well-lit living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a staircase leading to an upper level.

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

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

7. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

University Hill, 1.3 km from The Big Apple

Linda

SAR 544

SAR 620 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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.

8. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 1.1 km from The Big Apple

Mingkang

SAR 586

SAR 656 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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.

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

9. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 0.3 km from The Big Apple

Robert

SAR 460

SAR 524 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A modern bar area with a sign reading "TOAST ORDER HERE," bar stools, a counter with a laptop, and a display of liquor bottles.

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

10. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 0.4 km from The Big Apple

jennifer

SAR 424

SAR 475 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a dining table with chairs, a microwave, and a blackboard on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a brick accent wall, a sofa with colorful cushions, a table with a lamp, and a reception desk in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance and a brick facade.

A self-service food display with various snacks, beverages, and prepared dishes.

11. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 0.5 km from The Big Apple

Sandra

SAR 484

SAR 543 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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 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.

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

12. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Downtown Columbia, 1.4 km from The Big Apple

CHRISTINE

SAR 507

SAR 568 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A modern breakfast area with a long counter, two hanging pendant lights, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

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

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

13. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

The Vista, 0.5 km from The Big Apple

Diana

SAR 459

SAR 514 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.

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

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

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 0.8 km from The Big Apple

Tameka

SAR 385

SAR 431 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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.

15. Hilton Columbia Center

The Vista, 0.7 km from The Big Apple

ryan

SAR 582

SAR 652 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

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

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

A modern kitchen with a wooden bar area, bar stools, and built-in appliances.

16. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 0.8 km from The Big Apple

James

SAR 507

SAR 579 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

A brick wall with a plaque reading "University of South Carolina" and a pathway leading through a landscaped area with trees.

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

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

The Vista, 0.2 km from The Big Apple

Karla

SAR 477

SAR 598 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A rooftop lounge with a fire pit, seating area, and a view of the cityscape at sunset.

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and a mural of a cityscape.

A cozy room with a brick wall, a brown leather sofa, and shelves with various items.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, featuring a large window, decorative wall art, and a lamp.

18. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia, 0.5 km from The Big Apple

mario

SAR 466

SAR 522 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sculpture in front of the building.

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.

19. Marriott Columbia

Downtown Columbia, 0.4 km from The Big Apple

Winona

SAR 785

SAR 879 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A rooftop bar with tables and chairs, overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

An outdoor seating area with wicker tables and chairs, a bar counter, and a ceiling fan.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A historic building with ornate architectural details, a prominent entrance, and flags.

20. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Downtown Columbia, 0.3 km from The Big Apple

Bobby

SAR 413

SAR 463 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to The Big Apple

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Trundle	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
The Lantern Hotel Columbia	9.8 Exceptional 208 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 924 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 159 reviews	View
The 1425 Inn	9.6 Exceptional 283 reviews	View

Top The Big Apple Hotel Reviews

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 Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, good breakfast, staff was awesome and courteous"

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."

Moxy Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff and lovely environment"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

8/10 Good

"The staff was super helpful and friendly. The room was fine, comfortable and well stocked. The breakfast area was kept clean and the selection was appreciated. They struggled with keeping the coffee full and many people were waiting quite awhile for it to be restocked. I also was turned off by paying for parking when they had their own private lot. Seemed like a way to just make a few more dollars instead of including it as amenity."

Other attractions near The Big Apple

Columbia Museum of Art

9.0/10 (86 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Columbia Museum of Art, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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A park with a pond, green grass, trees, and a fence.

Finlay Park

7.4/10 (20 reviews)

Finlay Park is just one of the places to see in Columbia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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

South Carolina State House

8.6/10 (597 reviews)

Find out about the history of Columbia when you spend time at South Carolina State House. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Nathaniel J. Frederick House

Learn about the local history of Columbia with a stop at Nathaniel J. Frederick House. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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North Carolina Mutual Building

Learn about the local history of Columbia when you spend time at North Carolina Mutual Building. While in this walkable area, you can savor the lively bars.

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Saint Peter's Catholic Church

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Saint Peter's Catholic Church is just one of the places to see in Columbia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Soda City Market

7.6/10 (5 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Soda City Market during your stay in Columbia. While in this walkable area, you can savor the lively bars.

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First Baptist Church

7.2/10 (58 reviews)

Find out about the history of Columbia with a stop at First Baptist Church. 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 The Big Apple?

The Big Apple is located in Columbia. This historic area is known for its bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 81 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near The Big Apple?

Adjacent to The Big Apple, Hotel Trundle is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and private decks. Other good options close by include Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown and Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to The Big Apple?

Expedia has 81 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from The Big Apple.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Big Apple, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near The Big Apple.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near The Big Apple?

To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near The Big Apple, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near The Big Apple?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Columbia Museum of Art, South Carolina State Museum, or South Carolina Military Museum. First Baptist Church, South Carolina State House, and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at Koger Center for the Arts, Township Auditorium, and Town Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to The Big Apple?

If you're taking a train to the area, Columbia Station is the closest station to Downtown Columbia. There may not be many public transportation choices close to The Big Apple so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for The Big Apple hotels

1. Hotel Trundle

2. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

3. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

4. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

5. The 1425 Inn

6. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

7. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

8. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

9. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

10. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

11. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

12. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

13. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

15. Hilton Columbia Center

16. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

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

18. Moxy Columbia Downtown

19. Marriott Columbia

20. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

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Top The Big Apple Hotel Reviews

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

Hilton Columbia Center

Moxy Columbia Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Other attractions near The Big Apple

Columbia Museum of Art

Finlay Park

South Carolina State House

Nathaniel J. Frederick House

North Carolina Mutual Building

Saint Peter's Catholic Church

Soda City Market

First Baptist Church

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