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
Courtyard Marriott at USC
630 Assembly St.
803-799-7800 or toll free at 800-321-2211
Sheraton Downtown Columbia Hotel
1400 Main St.
803-988-1400
Staybridge Suites
1913 Huger St.
803-451-5900
SpringHill Suites by Marriott
511 Lady St.
803-978-2333
Within 15 minutes of campus
Fairfield Inn and Suites
120 Blarney Dr.
803-760-1700
