Columbia, MD

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Columbia
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Where to stay in Columbia

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Town Center

4.5/5(54 area reviews)

While visiting Town Center, you might make a stop by sights like Merriweather Post Pavilion and The Mall in Columbia.

Town Center
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Long Reach

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Long Reach and surrounding area, you can visit Blandair Regional Park and The Mall in Columbia.

Long Reach
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Harper's Choice

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Nestled in northwest Columbia, this village boasts an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, and a pool in Hobbit's Glen. Enjoy the walking/biking trail connecting neighborhoods, or visit the Harper's Choice Village Center for shopping and dining.

Harper's Choice
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Guilford

Though Guilford might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hyper Kidz and Historic Savage Mill.

Guilford
Sonesta Select Columbia
Sonesta Select Columbia
3 out of 5
8910 Stanford Blvd, Columbia, MD
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
Sonesta Select Columbia
Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel
Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel
4 out of 5
202 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
3.5 out of 5
6400 Ivy Lane, Greenbelt, MD
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Greenbelt. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia
4 out of 5
6200 Valencia Ln, Columbia, MD
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia
Reside NoMa, a Wyndham Residence
Reside NoMa, a Wyndham Residence
2.5 out of 5
1324 North Capitol Street Northwest, Washington, DC
Stay at this aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Reside NoMa, a Wyndham Residence
Global Luxury Suites Bethesda Chevy Chase
Global Luxury Suites Bethesda Chevy Chase
3.5 out of 5
4850 Rugby Ave, Bethesda, MD
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Bethesda. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Smithsonian's National ...
Global Luxury Suites Bethesda Chevy Chase
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Columbia

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
181
5 - Excellent 41%
4 - Good
195
4 - Good 45%
3 - Okay
50
3 - Okay 11%
2 - Disappointing
7
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
5
1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We were in the area during the covid 19 pandemic.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Nice area, and close to family in Laurel

5/5 - Excellent

PAW

I came to Elkridge to say my good byes to my Uncle and spent time with my cousin. But when i got to this hotel my room and the girl working that night well lets say i didn't want to leave. A mini apartment the room and the receptionist was the best

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Friends enjoyed the time peaceful relaxing environment. Slepted well.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I love Columbia and think it’s a very nice quiet area. It has a Wholefoods market and a nice mall (Columbia mall) and the Wegmans is pretty nice

5/5 - Excellent

Dorarette

Wonderful area, plenty of shopping & dining options. I’m from WashDC, so somewhat familiar with surrounding areas, Was in Columbia to visit with an ill friend, not a vacation . .

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