Columbia, MD

Travel Guide

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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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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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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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
Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbia

Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbia

3 out of 5
8320 Benson Dr, Columbia, MD
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbia
Hyatt Regency Baltimore Inner Harbor

Hyatt Regency Baltimore Inner Harbor

4 out of 5
300 Light Street, Baltimore, MD
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
Hyatt Regency Baltimore Inner Harbor
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
< 25 Mi to Downtown Baltimore & DC: Apt w/ Patio

< 25 Mi to Downtown Baltimore & DC: Apt w/ Patio

3 out of 5
Columbia
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Columbia. Enjoy patios, a computer station, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Merriweather Post Pavilion and Hyper Kidz ...
< 25 Mi to Downtown Baltimore & DC: Apt w/ Patio
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
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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