Staying in Columbia
There are many lodging choices available throughout the Columbia area, but several hotels have received especially high marks for their accommodations and exceptional customer service. To assist you in making your plans to visit USC, we have listed them below. These hotels usually offer a special rate to prospective families visiting the campus, so be sure to ask about it when you make your reservations.
On Campus
The new Inn at USC welcomes all visitors and encourages you to stay right on campus. The Inn at USC is located in a premier location (the corner of Pendleton and Pickens streets) convenient to the entire campus and just a block from the USC Visitor Center. The Inn offers elegantly appointed rooms, including a number of king and deluxe suites with fireplaces. Ample free parking is also available. You can make a reservation online at reservations@innatusc.com, or call 803-779-7779.
Off Campus
Within 5 minutes of campus
Clarion Townhouse
1615 Gervais St.
803-771-8711 or toll free at 800-277-8711
Columbia Marriott
1200 Hampton St.
803-771-7000 or toll free at 800-228-9290
Comfort Suites Downtown 501 Taylor St. 803-744-4000
Courtyard Marriott
I-26 & Bush River Road at 347 Zimalcrest Dr.
803-731-2300 or toll free at 888-236-2427
Courtyard Marriott at USC
630 Assembly St.
803-799-7800 or toll free at 800-321-2211
Other accommodations
Listings from the Columbia Convention & Visitors BureauListings here do not constitute an endorsement by USC. If, however, you have any problems with your stay, please be sure to let a member of the Visitor Center staff know (800-922-9755).
