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Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

3.0 star property
Travelers find a perfect balance at this downtown Columbia hotel, where evenings by the firepit complement mornings at the 24-hour fitness center

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The Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown is in South Carolina's capital. Guests can dine at the Garden Bar and Grill or gather around the outdoor firepit. The hotel offers free WiFi in every room, and the attentive staff ensures visitors make the most of their stay.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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About the neighborhood

Located in Columbia, Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC is in the city center. Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and Koger Center for the Arts are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Soda City Market and Columbia Place Mall. EdVenture Children's Museum and South Carolina State Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Columbia travel guide
Map
1200 Pickens St., Columbia, SC, 29201

What's nearby

  • South Carolina State House
    South Carolina State House
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Township Auditorium
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Prisma Health Baptist Hospital
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Benedict College
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of South Carolina
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Columbia Station
    6 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    14 min walk
  • Cook-Out
    9 min walk
  • Knowledge Perk Coffee Company
    2 min walk
  • Starbucks
    12 min walk
  • Starbucks @ Prisma Health Baptist Medical Center
    12 min walk

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

Hotel near University of South Carolina
You can look forward to a firepit, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar at Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Garden Bar and Grill, the on-site restaurant. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, ATM/banking services, and an elevator
  • A banquet hall, 6 meeting rooms, and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 123 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 13 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Garden Bar and Grill

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (4,500 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 16.00 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 13.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Pool access available from noon to 8:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from noon–8:00 PM.

Is Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 13.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC located?

Located in Downtown Columbia, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Trinity Episcopal Cathedral and University of South Carolina. Wilson House and South Carolina State House are also within 10 minutes. Columbia Station is 29 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 498 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 498 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 498 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 498 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 498 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, lovely staff- nice lobby bar
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to Univ of SC. Easy parking. Clean, newer, modern hotel. Rooms were nice and there is an indoor pool, gym, and rec room. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious room, welcoming staff, very clean. Had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly. The room was clean and in good condition. Our room was in the street side so it was a bit noisy at night but overall good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mohit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a pleasant stay, and the location is convenient. The front desk staff is friendly, but my room was not ready at the stipulated check in time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trista

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless. Staff was very courteous. Would book again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff was amazing! The property was clean and convenient to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Every day here is absolutely wonderful!! the staff is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One warning, if you book through Expedia or probably any other third party they will not cancel your reservation. Other than that nice place. The lady at the check in was great. Amika? Maybe ?
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Mikayla

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice clean convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was absolutely spotless. Wonderful service and delicious breakfast!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brittany

The room was clean. However I woke up the next day with marks on my hand, arm, and back. I don’t know if it was bedbugs or spider that bite me.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jon

Disliked: Amenities
Maybe I missed it in the booking but breakfast is not included. $20 a day to have wet eggs and limp bacon. Coffee was good. WiFi was down the entire time. This hotel shares space with Hilton Honors with working WiFi and free breakfast. Recommend if you need this location to book that side of the building. First two nights the entire floor I was on reeked of pot. Thankfully it didn’t reach into my room.Second two nights weren’t quiet as there sounded like minor construction happening. Couldn’t tell if it was noisy people or late night repairs. Overall unenjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wells

Room fine. Cruddy view of an AC unit out the window. Great location. I still hate it when checkout in at 11am but maids knock
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was convenient to USC. They had coffee and breakfast. Staff was nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly clerk at checkin, room was nice. Great location, walkable to restaurants and Township Auditorium. The shower gel was empty but not a big deal. The most disappointing thing is that they charged $17 for a breakfast buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel, close to Main St. and Five Points. Good value and full breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice property, welcoming staff, convenient parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was clean and the staff was nice. The hot water was out to the entire hotel and it would have been nice to be told this before check-in. Once I complained, they offered to refund the $13 parking fee and said I would receive free Hilton Honors points. Still waiting on the points.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, pleasant staff and easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a perfect stay. Everything was great from the staff to the room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Crystal

Liked: Amenities
The proximity to USC stadium was ideal. However the breakfast was very much microwaved, out of the box prepared and tasted as such. Even the buffet style presentation lacked effort, which was disappointing considering the cost $16+. I frequent Hilton brands across the country and was a little disappointed by comparison. Staff was polite and parking was decent however unless necessary will not be staying in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property with restaurant and bar onsite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terrance

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel rooms were clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024