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Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near University of South Carolina

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Consider a stay at Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown and take advantage of free breakfast, a gym, and a business center. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

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Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(50 reviews)

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Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

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Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

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Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Downtown Columbia, a neighborhood in Columbia, is home to Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown. South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum and South Carolina State Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include The Big Apple and South Carolina State House. Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and EdVenture Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Columbia travel guide
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400 Gervais Street, Building 2, Columbia, SC, 29201

What's nearby

  • EdVenture Children's Museum
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • South Carolina State Museum
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of South Carolina
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Colonial Life Arena
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Columbia Station
    11 min walk
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Bierkeller Brewing Company
    2 min drive
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    8 min walk
  • Republic Biergarten & Kitchen
    15 min walk
  • Hickory Tavern
    14 min walk

About this property

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Hotel near University of South Carolina
Consider a stay at Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown and take advantage of free breakfast, a gym, and a business center. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and a 24-hour front desk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (USD 12 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Business services

  • Business center

Policies

Special check-in instructions

The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Up to 75 lbs per pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 12 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet (varies based on length of 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 12 per day.

Where is Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown located?

Located in Downtown Columbia, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum and University of South Carolina. EdVenture Children's Museum and South Carolina State Museum are just steps away. Columbia Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 394 out of 506 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 506 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 506 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 506 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 506 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

nakeeta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was clean, friendly staff, and breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for attending events at USC wbb games.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, super nice and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

LaRheta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and breakfast was amazing. Great little spot.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very new and very clean. The staff was extremely helpful and obviously well trained. Convenient location, short walk to city hall, restaurants and bars.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Terreka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, wonderful staff,great location!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very clean hotel. Will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean, convenient location & the food was good!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly engaged staff. Spotless room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff to maintenance were awesome!! Even though we didn’t get to use the amenities (one night stay), we were very pleased with all the options! I hope they continue with this amazing service!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angelique

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, very clean room and great wings.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and comfortable. All the staff was friendly and made us feel welcomed. The breakfast area employees were all friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice. Facilities were clean and well layed out. We were there for a wedding in the area. The hotel lobby was big for visiting friends and family before and after wedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff - a bar n apps good at night n able to play pool was fun ! Breakfast was great ! Room was wonderful! Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Rooms, pleasant staff, and great food in the Paradise Bar/lounge area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent check in with Aalaysha! Professional, helpful and friendly! Clean room, bar onsite and helpful staff members. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was nice a staff was great. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and service. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience, very upscale fun vibe, CLEAN and staff was very professional. Beds/pillows SUPER comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean! Staff was extremely friendly. Breakfast was amazing and the location is ideal, close to USC!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was amazing so much to choose from I love it so much I’m going there again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in was quick and everyone was very friendly and attentative. Rooms were spotless and comfortable. We will definitely be staying here next time we're in town!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location to everything and the room was clean and super friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well kept, nice staff, great shower
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025