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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

Barbara

NT$5,021

NT$5,624 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

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

Keith

NT$5,378

NT$6,024 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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$4,019

NT$4,501 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

4. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.3 km from Founders Park

Jason

NT$3,105

NT$3,478 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

5. The 1425 Inn

Downtown Columbia, 3 km from Founders Park

josh

NT$4,097

NT$5,479 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

6. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

University Hill, 2.4 km from Founders Park

Nicholas

NT$4,026

NT$4,589 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

7. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 1.8 km from Founders Park

Monique

NT$4,512

NT$5,054 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

8. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 2.5 km from Founders Park

Lisa

NT$4,551

NT$5,097 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

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

9. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Downtown Columbia, 1.3 km from Founders Park

Stacy

NT$3,767

NT$4,218 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

10. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 2.2 km from Founders Park

william

NT$3,634

NT$4,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

Karen

NT$4,410

NT$4,939 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

The Vista, 1.9 km from Founders Park

Danielle

NT$3,660

NT$4,640 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

13. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

The Vista, 1.6 km from Founders Park

Mary

NT$3,581

NT$4,011 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, desk, laptop workspace

14. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 1.6 km from Founders Park

Vivian

NT$4,301

NT$4,910 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 2 km from Founders Park

Tameka

NT$3,122

NT$3,497 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

16. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 1.6 km from Founders Park

Katherine

NT$4,037

NT$4,522 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

17. Marriott Columbia

Downtown Columbia, 2.3 km from Founders Park

Lisa

NT$5,069

NT$5,677 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

18. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia, 2 km from Founders Park

Brenda

NT$4,097

NT$4,589 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

19. The Hangar Lofts Hotel

Rosewood, 3.1 km from Founders Park

Brent

NT$5,346

NT$5,988 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

20. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Downtown Columbia, 2.2 km from Founders Park

Kathleen lusardi

NT$3,087

NT$3,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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Compare popular hotels close to Founders Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Lantern Columbia	9.8 Exceptional 170 reviews	View
Hotel Trundle	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 153 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 859 reviews	View
The 1425 Inn	9.6 Exceptional 278 reviews	View

Top Founders Park Hotel Reviews

Hilton Columbia Center

10/10 Excellent

"Great location"

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

10/10 Excellent

"Miss Shirley handles the breakfast area! She is the best. Always smiling and very helpful. A true asset to this Hotel!"

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms were clean, comfortable, and conveniently located."

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

8/10 Good

"Great hotel. I like that I can walk to Soda City on Saturday morning"

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is lovely. It is an old bank, refurbished into a hotel. It has lots of gray, calm-toned, and wood decoration. Overlooks downtown Columbia on Main and Washington streets. The rooms are compact. The bed is comfortable, and the bathroom has hot water. Coffee maker and mini-fridge in room. No microwave. This is my second review and this hotel needs to provide microwaves! Starbucks on the lower level and bar on upper level. If food and entertainment are important, check out food and entertainment in the area before booking. Lots of free and paid entertainment. Think Soda City on Saturdays, Columbia Museum of Art, State Museum, Children's museum, Richland County Public Library, First Thursdays on Main, Finlay Park on the weekends, ... Well-stocked workout gym with towels, water, mats, television, treadmills, etc,...It needs yoga blocks, a Pilates ball, and Pilates wheel. Bring your exercise program on your cellphone or device. Front desk employees are extra friendly and helpful. I booked during an extra busy weekend-Latin Festival. Valet parking was an additional $32 plus tips. It was quick. However, cheaper parking options were available in downtown garages if willing to walk. Picking up the vehicle from valet parking took at least 45 minutes. It took a lon-n-n-n-n-g time, but valet seemed busy. The supervisor was extra helpful. I would book again. Eat out or order in if you want hot dinner food. If you like to exercise, walk downtown or workout in hotel gym."

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

10/10 Excellent

"Graduate at USC is one of my favorite places to stay in Columbia! The staff is so friendly and helpful. Onsite restaurant and bar offer great options."

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed with my dog, great service and location"

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Muy bueno"

Marriott Columbia

10/10 Excellent

"I loved absolutely everything about my stay at this property. They made me feel welcomed from the moment I arrived! The food was delicious, the staff was warm and friendly starting with Christian at the front desk. My room was amazing, The bedding, those pillows and that shower has always been a staple to the Marriott Hotels. The pool was amazing, sitting at the bar sharing with others was so much fun after a day full of fun out on the town. The location was exactly where I needed to be. Great choice, great time, fabulous place!"

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 Cayce Historical Museum. Explore landmarks like South Carolina State House, Williams Brice Stadium, and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens. You can check out the local talent at Koger Center for the Arts, Township Auditorium, and Trustus Theatre.

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. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

5. The 1425 Inn

6. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

7. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

8. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

9. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

10. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

11. Hilton Columbia Center

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

13. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

14. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

16. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

17. Marriott Columbia

18. Moxy Columbia Downtown

19. The Hangar Lofts Hotel

20. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

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Top Founders Park Hotel Reviews

Hilton Columbia Center

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Marriott Columbia

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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