What is Columbia Like for Cheap Hotels?

There are endless ways to enjoy Columbia for a bargain price. For example, you might want to put on your walking shoes, grab a free map, and go for a stroll to a side of this destination where money doesn't do all the talking. Travelers to Columbia absolutely love the shopping and restaurants. Take a photo at Colonial Life Arena and Riverbanks Zoo and Garden for some great memories without a hefty price tag. Our choice of cheap hotels makes Columbia a favorite among budget-conscious travelers searching for a vacation to remember. We have 67 cheap Columbia hotels to choose from, the right one is just a click away!

What Are Some of the Best Cheap Hotels in Columbia?

Hotels.com travelers' top Columbia budget hotel picks:

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia at Harbison, SC

Columbia hotel in shopping district
• • Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Fitness center • Central location



Gallus Stadium Park Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection

Convenient to University of South Carolina
• • Free breakfast • Free WiFi • 24-hour front desk • Comfy beds



Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Northeast

Suburban Columbia hotel with bar
• • Free parking • Free WiFi • Restaurant • Fitness center • Central location



Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbia/Fort Jackson N

City-center hotel
• • Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • 24-hour front desk • Central location



Marriott Columbia

3.5-star hotel with indoor pool, near University of South Carolina
• • Free WiFi • Restaurant • 24-hour fitness center • Bar • Central location

What Are the Best Things to See and Do in Columbia?

You'll find a variety of things to see and do in Columbia on a shoestring budget. Glance at this list of attractions in the city, some of which you can appreciate while being mindful of your wallet.

Parks
• • Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park
• • Finlay Park
• • Robert Mills Historic House and Park

Museums & Art Galleries
• • Columbia Museum of Art
• • South Carolina State Museum
• • Wilson House

Sights & Landmarks
• • Colonial Life Arena
• • Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
• • Fort Jackson

Food & Drink
• • Blue Marlin
• • Little Pigs Barbecue
• • The Original Pancake House - Columbia