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

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 seating area with chairs.

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$1,997

NT$2,237 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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

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

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, a parking lot, and a fire hydrant.

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

2. Extended Stay America Select Suites Columbia Ft. Jackson

0.6 km from Forest Lake

Nela

NT$2,171

NT$2,431 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia Killian Road

12.1 km from Forest Lake

William

NT$3,991

NT$4,469 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

A modern retail space with shelves stocked with beverages, snacks, and other items.

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

4. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 9 km from Forest Lake

Andrew Thomas

NT$3,139

NT$3,516 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

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

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window offering a view.

5. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport

14.4 km from Forest Lake

Russell

NT$3,667

NT$3,960 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 8.9 km from Forest Lake

Kenya

NT$3,178

NT$3,559 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 pool table with balls, a bar area, and a large TV screen.

7. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 9 km from Forest Lake

Brian

NT$4,062

NT$4,550 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 living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

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

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a decorative partition, and a visible kitchen area.

8. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Vista, 8.1 km from Forest Lake

Theresa

NT$4,980

NT$5,577 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

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

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

9. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Cayce

13.1 km from Forest Lake

Kimey

NT$4,073

NT$4,521 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a circular fire pit, and umbrellas.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A hotel with outdoor pool, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator.

10. TownePlace Suites Columbia West/Lexington

15.3 km from Forest Lake

Michael

NT$4,020

NT$4,342 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 kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a white countertop, and various kitchen appliances.

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

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

11. Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson

6.6 km from Forest Lake

Leslie

NT$3,085

NT$3,455 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

12. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

11 km from Forest Lake

Kim

NT$3,189

NT$3,635 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern living room with a blue cabinet, a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and patterned ottomans.

A hotel room with exposed brick walls, a large bed, a desk with a telephone, and a television on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a staircase with decorative railings.

Two people celebrating with confetti in a bar setting.

13. Hotel Trundle

Downtown Columbia, 7.7 km from Forest Lake

Nicolas

NT$5,435

NT$6,087 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and decorative plants.

An outdoor patio area with round tables and metal chairs, surrounded by trees and a decorative fence.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

14. Hampton Inn Columbia I-20-Clemson Road

12 km from Forest Lake

Charlotte

NT$4,112

NT$4,605 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

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.

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

15. Residence Inn Columbia West/Lexington

15.1 km from Forest Lake

Jennifer

NT$3,925

NT$4,239 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

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

5.3 km from Forest Lake

Olujimi

NT$2,788

NT$3,123 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building at night with a well-lit facade and a clear sign.

A modern dining area with a buffet, seating, and a view of trees.

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a pool in the background, and a brick wall.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, bed, and a blue sofa.

17. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-20 @ Clemson Rd by IHG

12 km from Forest Lake

Roy

NT$3,957

NT$4,432 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A two-story house with a porch, a small balcony, and a gabled roof.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wooden dresser, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A dining area with a round wooden table, a vase of flowers, a lamp, and a patterned rug.

18. The 1425 Inn

Downtown Columbia, 7.4 km from Forest Lake

Mary

NT$4,140

NT$5,537 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

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

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.

19. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Northeast/Fort Jackson Area

8.4 km from Forest Lake

Litcha

NT$3,800

NT$4,341 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

A well-lit living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a staircase leading to an upper level.

20. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

University Hill, 7.1 km from Forest Lake

Heather Massey

NT$4,826

NT$5,502 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 1,002 reviews	View
Extended Stay America Select Suites Columbia Ft. Jackson	6.0 1,004 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia Killian Road	9.2 Wonderful 1,113 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 951 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View

Top Forest Lake Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, SC

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay. The facility met my needs for a single night."

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!!"

Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson

10/10 Excellent

"I stayed for 3 days, enjoyed all 3 of them. The room was clean and the bed was VERY comfortable. I felt like I was at home, so many channels (on the tv) to chose from. Very nice restaurant on site and workout area and a nice outside area to relax. On a scale of 1-10, I give my stay a 9!!!, go enjoy yourself, you will NOT be disappointed. O yea, the staff is 2nd to none."

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. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia Killian Road

4. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

5. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

7. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

8. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

9. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Cayce

10. TownePlace Suites Columbia West/Lexington

11. Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson

12. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

13. Hotel Trundle

14. Hampton Inn Columbia I-20-Clemson Road

15. Residence Inn Columbia West/Lexington

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

17. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-20 @ Clemson Rd by IHG

18. The 1425 Inn

19. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Northeast/Fort Jackson Area

20. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

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Top Forest Lake Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, SC

Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Columbia / Ft. Jackson

Wyndham Garden 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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