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1. The Lantern Columbia

The Vista, 1.6 km from Founders Park

Leslie

NT$4,776

NT$5,349 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$5,414

NT$6,063 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

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$4,045

NT$4,531 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$4,124

NT$5,515 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

5. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.3 km from Founders Park

Patricia

NT$3,126

NT$3,501 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

6. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 1.8 km from Founders Park

Heather

NT$4,073

NT$4,562 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

7. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

University Hill, 2.4 km from Founders Park

Jason

NT$4,024

NT$4,587 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

8. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 2.5 km from Founders Park

Nysia

NT$4,599

NT$5,151 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

9. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 1.7 km from Founders Park

Mariah

NT$3,908

NT$4,377 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

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$3,460

NT$3,875 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

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

11. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Downtown Columbia, 1.3 km from Founders Park

Stacy

NT$3,785

NT$4,239 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

12. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

The Vista, 1.6 km from Founders Park

Katherine

NT$3,651

NT$4,089 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

13. Hilton Columbia Center

The Vista, 1.5 km from Founders Park

Eric

NT$4,439

NT$4,972 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

The Vista, 1.9 km from Founders Park

Danielle

NT$3,780

NT$4,778 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, desk, laptop workspace

15. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 1.6 km from Founders Park

Vivian

NT$3,526

NT$4,106 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

16. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia, 2 km from Founders Park

Amara

NT$3,785

NT$4,239 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

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

17. Marriott Columbia

Downtown Columbia, 2.3 km from Founders Park

Tameka

NT$4,057

NT$4,544 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

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

18. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 1.6 km from Founders Park

Rogeh

NT$3,785

NT$4,239 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 2 km from Founders Park

Tameka

NT$2,998

NT$3,358 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

20. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Downtown Columbia, 2.2 km from Founders Park

Kathleen lusardi

NT$3,538

NT$3,962 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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Compare popular hotels close to Founders Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Lantern Columbia	9.8 Exceptional 159 reviews	View
Hotel Trundle	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 151 reviews	View
The 1425 Inn	9.6 Exceptional 277 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 832 reviews	View

Top Founders Park Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect for a visit to USC"

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

8/10 Good

"Nice, clean and convenient. Thank you."

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

10/10 Excellent

"Great place"

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."

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. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

6. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

7. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

8. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

9. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

10. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

11. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

12. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

13. Hilton Columbia Center

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

15. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

16. Moxy Columbia Downtown

17. Marriott Columbia

18. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

20. Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

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Top Founders Park Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

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

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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