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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, WiFi (free), bed sheets

1. The Lantern Columbia

The Vista, 1.6 km from Founders Park

Leslie

NT$4,621

NT$5,175 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

The Darling Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Trundle King Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

2. Hotel Trundle

Downtown Columbia, 2.4 km from Founders Park

Jaimie

NT$5,451

NT$6,105 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Suite, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker

3. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.3 km from Founders Park

TIMOTHY

NT$4,073

NT$4,562 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free), bed sheets

4. The 1425 Inn

Downtown Columbia, 3 km from Founders Park

josh

NT$4,152

NT$5,553 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

5. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 1.8 km from Founders Park

Heather

NT$4,085

NT$4,575 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

6. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

University Hill, 2.4 km from Founders Park

Jason

NT$4,038

NT$4,604 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

7. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.3 km from Founders Park

Patricia

NT$3,147

NT$3,525 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

8. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 2.5 km from Founders Park

Nysia

NT$4,580

NT$5,129 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

9. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.7 km from Founders Park

Mariah

NT$3,935

NT$4,407 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

10. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 2.2 km from Founders Park

William

NT$3,487

NT$3,906 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Parlor) | Living area | 42-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

11. Hilton Columbia Center

The Vista, 1.5 km from Founders Park

Eric

NT$4,469

NT$5,006 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

12. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Downtown Columbia, 1.3 km from Founders Park

Stacy

NT$3,811

NT$4,268 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG

The Vista, 1.9 km from Founders Park

Danielle

NT$3,806

NT$4,811 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

14. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 1.6 km from Founders Park

Vivian

NT$3,540

NT$4,042 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

15. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 1.6 km from Founders Park

Rogeh

NT$3,811

NT$4,268 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 2 km from Founders Park

Tameka

NT$3,309

NT$3,706 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

17. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia, 2 km from Founders Park

Amara

NT$3,536

NT$3,961 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

18. Marriott Columbia

Downtown Columbia, 2.3 km from Founders Park

Tameka

NT$4,085

NT$4,575 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

Coffee/tea maker, full-size fridge, microwave, oven

Loft 007 Ft. on HGTV | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, full-size fridge, microwave, oven

19. The Hangar Lofts Hotel

Rosewood, 3.1 km from Founders Park

Brent

NT$5,418

NT$6,069 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

20. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Downtown Columbia, 2.2 km from Founders Park

Kathleen lusardi

NT$3,326

NT$3,725 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

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Compare popular hotels close to Founders Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Lantern Columbia	9.8 Exceptional 154 reviews	View
Hotel Trundle	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 151 reviews	View
The 1425 Inn	9.6 Exceptional 277 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista	9.4 Exceptional 1,255 reviews	View

Top Founders Park Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

10/10 Excellent

"La a habitación estaba muy limpia, camas cómodas. Buen desayuno y personal muy amable. Buena ubicación"

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was helpful and courteous."

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

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Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Newer hotel maintained very well rooms and grounds. Breakfast smelled good although I did not eat."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG

8/10 Good

"Room was clean and well-appointed. Location is great. Breakfast was very good."

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"I was there for one night. Staff was excellent, rooms were clean, and breakfast was good. My only problem was the 10 dollar charge for parking."

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"A great place to stay for usc move -in! Very convenient!"

Other attractions near Founders Park

Bowlero Cayce

You can take time to visit Bowlero Cayce during your travels to Cayce. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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Colonial Life Arena

8.8/10 (1,029 reviews)

Catch an event at Colonial Life Arena during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum

You can browse the exhibits at South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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South Carolina State Museum

8.8/10 (110 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at South Carolina State Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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West Columbia Riverwalk

8.2/10 (126 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at West Columbia Riverwalk, a lovely green space in West Columbia. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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EdVenture Children's Museum

8.8/10 (46 reviews)

You can take time to visit EdVenture Children's Museum during your travels to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Carolina Coliseum

9.4/10 (23 reviews)

Catch an event at Carolina Coliseum during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Koger Center for the Arts

8.2/10 (134 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Koger Center for the Arts, a theater with a story to tell in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Founders Park?

Founders Park is located in a welcoming area of Columbia known for its popular theater scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 48 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Founders Park?

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness center. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Founders Park. Other good options within a short distance include Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown and Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista.

How many hotels will I find close to Founders Park?

Expedia has 48 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Founders Park.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Founders Park.

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

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Founders Park, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Founders Park?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at South Carolina State Museum, Columbia Museum of Art, or Wilson House. Explore landmarks like South Carolina State House, Williams Brice Stadium, and Columbia Urban League. You can check out the local talent at Koger Center for the Arts, Township Auditorium, and Columbia Marionette Theater.

How can I get to Founders Park?

If you're hopping a train into the city, Columbia Station is the closest station to Downtown Columbia. There might not be many public transit stops near Founders Park so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Founders Park hotels

1. The Lantern Columbia

2. Hotel Trundle

3. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

4. The 1425 Inn

5. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

6. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

7. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

8. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

9. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

10. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

11. Hilton Columbia Center

12. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG

14. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

15. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

17. Moxy Columbia Downtown

18. Marriott Columbia

19. The Hangar Lofts Hotel

20. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

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Top Founders Park Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Other attractions near Founders Park

Bowlero Cayce

Colonial Life Arena

South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum

South Carolina State Museum

West Columbia Riverwalk

EdVenture Children's Museum

Carolina Coliseum

Koger Center for the Arts

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