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A hotel room with a desk, chair, TV, microwave, and refrigerator.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee station, and a seating area with chairs.

A multi-story motel with a green roof, multiple balconies, and a parking lot.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee station, and a patterned carpet.

1. Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia SC / Ft. Jackson

0.7 km from Forest Lake

Stephanie

NT$2,129

NT$2,384 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with two beds, a framed picture on the wall, and a nightstand with lamps.

A multi-story hotel with a central atrium, balconies, and a parking area.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a TV, and a bathroom.

A laundry facility with multiple washing machines and dryers, a wooden floor, and a red accent wall.

2. Extended Stay America Select Suites Columbia Ft. Jackson

0.6 km from Forest Lake

Nela

NT$1,939

NT$2,172 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, seating, and a covered area with lights.

A modern reception area with a large digital display, a counter, and vending machines.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved sofa, dining area, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a white countertop, and various kitchen appliances.

3. Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson

6.6 km from Forest Lake

Leslie

NT$3,250

NT$3,641 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

A modern cafe with a central display of snacks and beverages, a seating area with sofas, and a ceiling with unique lighting fixtures.

A breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items and a sign reading "TOP IT BREAKFAST".

4. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

11 km from Forest Lake

Robert

NT$3,162

NT$3,604 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A panoramic mosaic mural of a cityscape with buildings and greenery.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone and lamp, and two large landscape paintings on the wall.

A neon sign with the text "You're gorgeous Columbia" against a dark wall with vertical lines and horizontal gold bars.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a large cityscape mural, and a door leading to a parking area.

5. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson

5.3 km from Forest Lake

Olujimi

NT$2,809

NT$3,146 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A Hampton Inn & Suites with a rooftop pool, outdoor seating, and a modern architectural design.

A modern hotel lobby with a central dining area, a reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

A modern hotel corridor with wooden flooring, dark brick walls, and a large abstract art piece.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a patterned carpet.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia Killian Road

12.1 km from Forest Lake

William

NT$3,962

NT$4,438 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a decorative wall with geometric patterns.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a mix of brick and glass facades, and a prominent entrance with a covered walkway.

An outdoor patio with a bar area, seating, and a grill station.

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a wall-mounted TV.

7. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 9 km from Forest Lake

Andrew Thomas

NT$3,162

NT$3,541 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a TV.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent vertical stripe pattern on the facade.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, a built-in washer and dryer, and a view of the city.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bed, and a TV mounted on the wall.

8. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 9 km from Forest Lake

Brian

NT$4,092

NT$4,583 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern bistro with a wooden counter, a menu board, and a refrigerated display.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a table, and chairs, and a covered section with a wooden ceiling.

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a large window with a view of trees.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Cayce

13.1 km from Forest Lake

Kimey

NT$4,104

NT$4,555 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern dining area with a central island, multiple seating options, and pendant lighting.

A patio area with outdoor furniture, a pergola, and a brick building in the background.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.

A reception desk with a wooden finish and a modern design, featuring a large circular artwork on the wall behind it.

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 8.9 km from Forest Lake

Byran

NT$3,201

NT$3,585 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining table with red chairs, and wooden cabinets.

A conference room with long tables and chairs, a projector screen, a storage area, and a carpeted floor.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

11. Residence Inn Columbia West/Lexington

15.1 km from Forest Lake

Jennifer

NT$3,953

NT$4,269 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A coffee station with two espresso machines, a coffee grinder, and various coffee pods and cups.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a central entrance, parking lot, and palm trees.

A breakfast station with a flat-top griddle, a coffee machine, and a sign indicating fresh pancakes are made in a minute.

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-Fort Jackson by IHG

6.5 km from Forest Lake

Leleith

NT$3,467

NT$3,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a television.

A modern dining area with marble tables and cushioned chairs, a central chandelier, and large windows providing natural light.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a large window.

A modern hotel room with a sectional sofa, a small table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

13. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 8.1 km from Forest Lake

Jeanne

NT$4,121

NT$4,616 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A patio area with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and outdoor umbrellas.

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, multiple bar stools, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a coffee station with various containers.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a coffee table, and a potted plant.

14. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport

14.4 km from Forest Lake

Russell

NT$3,693

NT$3,989 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious indoor area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a seating area with sofas and a TV.

A modern building with a brick facade, large windows, and outdoor exercise equipment.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outside.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

15. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Vista, 8.1 km from Forest Lake

Theresa

NT$5,016

NT$5,618 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A Hilton Garden Inn with a parking lot and autumn foliage.

A brick wall with a plaque reading "University of South Carolina" and a pathway leading through a landscaped area with trees.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a reception desk.

16. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Northeast

8.6 km from Forest Lake

ShaQuita

NT$4,379

NT$4,904 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio with yellow chairs and tables, a pergola with string lights, and a stone wall.

A modern hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a covered outdoor seating area.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by yellow chairs and red umbrellas.

A hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, table, and chairs. There is a bed in the adjacent room.

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Southeast Fort Jackson

6.5 km from Forest Lake

Tracey

NT$4,788

NT$5,363 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, a grill, and red umbrellas.

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a bed, and a small table with a lamp.

A pool area with blue chairs and red umbrellas, surrounded by stone walls and windows.

18. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbia Southeast/Ft Jackson

6.6 km from Forest Lake

Helmer

NT$3,002

NT$3,362 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern facade, outdoor seating area, and well-maintained landscaping.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a comfortable seating area with a sofa and ottoman, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, wooden shelves, and comfortable seating.

A courtyard with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a large tree.

19. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Northeast/Fort Jackson Area

8.4 km from Forest Lake

Litcha

NT$3,828

NT$4,373 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A two-story brick house with a porch, a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

An outdoor patio area with brick buildings, tables, chairs, and umbrellas.

A traditional library with a fireplace, leather seating, and a patterned rug.

A bar area with a coffee machine, stools, and a menu board.

20. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

University Hill, 7.1 km from Forest Lake

Heather Massey

NT$4,756

NT$5,433 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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Compare popular hotels close to Forest Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia SC / Ft. Jackson	6.2 1,000 reviews	View
Extended Stay America Select Suites Columbia Ft. Jackson	6.0 1,000 reviews	View
Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson	9.4 Exceptional 847 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone	9.2 Wonderful 1,140 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson	8.8 Excellent 2,176 reviews	View

Top Forest Lake Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson

8/10 Good

"This is a newer La Quinta inn and so it has the updates you would expect . Room was very nice and TV has a surrounding bezel that makes it appear to be larger. Also provider has HBO included. Love the mirror that has a lighted bezel . Did not care for the sink in the hallway. Shower was adequate , just nothing special ."

Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Columbia / Ft. Jackson

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean, staff was friendly and knowledgeable, breakfast was good and short drive to Ft Jackson made a great visit. Really enjoyed the bar and lounge area!!"

Holiday Inn & Suites Columbia NE - Ft Jackson Area by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"This is a great hotel. It is clean. The staff is amazing. The location is convenient and easily accessible."

Quality Inn Fort Jackson

10/10 Excellent

"Bathroom was dirty and didn’t too much care for the staff"

Econo Lodge Columbia Fort Jackson

10/10 Excellent

"A 2 mnts Fort Jackson, cerca de restaurantes"

Other attractions near Forest Lake

Palmetto Performing Arts

Enjoy an outing to Palmetto Performing Arts during your stay in Forest Acres. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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Palmetto Falls Water Park

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Palmetto Falls Water Park during your visit to Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Columbia Place Mall

8.2/10 (357 reviews)

During your trip to Dentsville, you can do some window-shopping at Columbia Place Mall. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Hilton Field

8.8/10 (852 reviews)

Catch an event at Hilton Field during your trip to Columbia. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Richland Library Northeast

Richland Library Northeast is just one of the places to see in Dentsville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Millwood Plantation Ruins

You can find out about the history of Columbia with a visit to Millwood Plantation Ruins. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Charlie W. Johnson Stadium

10.0/10 (1 review)

Catch an event at Charlie W. Johnson Stadium during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Richland County Tennis Center

Catch an event at Richland County Tennis Center during your trip to Dentsville. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Forest Lake?

Forest Lake is located in Forest Acres. Travelers like this welcoming area for its restaurants. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 14 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Forest Lake?

Extended Stay America Select Suites Columbia Ft. Jackson is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and in-room kitchens. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Forest Lake. Another good option is Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia SC / Ft. Jackson, located just 0.4 mi (0.7 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Forest Lake?

Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Forest Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Forest Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Forest Lake.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Forest Lake?

To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Forest Lake, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Forest Lake?

You'll want to browse the collections at Columbia Museum of Art, Robert Mills Historic House and Park, and Columbia Fire Museum. First Baptist Church, South Carolina State House, and Columbia Urban League are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can enjoy live performances at Township Auditorium and Town Theatre.

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Our top choices for Forest Lake hotels

1. Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia SC / Ft. Jackson

2. Extended Stay America Select Suites Columbia Ft. Jackson

3. Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson

4. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

5. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia Killian Road

7. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

8. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

9. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Cayce

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

11. Residence Inn Columbia West/Lexington

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-Fort Jackson by IHG

13. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

14. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport

15. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

16. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Northeast

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Southeast Fort Jackson

18. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbia Southeast/Ft Jackson

19. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Northeast/Fort Jackson Area

20. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

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Top Forest Lake Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson

Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Columbia / Ft. Jackson

Holiday Inn & Suites Columbia NE - Ft Jackson Area by IHG

Quality Inn Fort Jackson

Econo Lodge Columbia Fort Jackson

Other attractions near Forest Lake

Palmetto Performing Arts

Palmetto Falls Water Park

Columbia Place Mall

Hilton Field

Richland Library Northeast

Millwood Plantation Ruins

Charlie W. Johnson Stadium

Richland County Tennis Center

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