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Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown SC

1200 Pickens St., Columbia, SC, US
3.0Good
Hotel amenities
Gym
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Non-Smoking
Parking

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About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown SC is a 3-star hotel centrally located in Columbia, South Carolina. The property sits a 2-minute drive from the University of South Carolina and 10 minutes from Fort Jackson, with Riverbanks Zoo and Garden 4.6 miles away and Lake Murray 12.9 miles away.

The hotel features 123 guestrooms, each equipped with a microwave and flat-screen television. Rooms include complimentary wired and wireless internet access, cable programming, and private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers, hair dryers, and bathrobes. Laptop-compatible safes, work desks, and daily housekeeping are standard in all rooms. Guest comfort ratings average 4.4 out of 5.

Dining is available at Garden Bar and Grill, which serves guests via its bar and lounge or through room service available during limited hours. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are offered weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee. The hotel offers an indoor pool and 24-hour fitness center for recreation and wellness. Additional amenities include complimentary wireless internet, wedding services, a fireplace in the lobby, 4,500 square feet of conference space across 6 meeting rooms, a business center, and barbecue grills. The property is smoke-free and wheelchair accessible throughout, with accessible parking, pool facilities, and fitness areas. Dogs and cats are welcome, with a maximum of two pets per room.

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. A 24-hour front desk and express check-in and check-out options are available for guest convenience.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC, you'll be centrally located in Columbia, a 2-minute drive from University of South Carolina and 10 minutes from Fort Jackson. This hotel is 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from Lake Murray.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Wilson House - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
South Carolina State House - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Columbia Urban League - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
African American History Monument - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Township Auditorium - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
First Baptist Church - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Allen University - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Prisma Health Baptist Hospital - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
McKissick Museum - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Soda City Market - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Columbia Museum of Art - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Benedict College - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Saint Peter's Catholic Church - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi

The nearest major airport is Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 12.4 km / 7.7 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 123 guestrooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature hair dryers and bathrobes. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Dining

Grab a bite to eat at Garden Bar and Grill, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Amenities & features

Enjoy recreational amenities such as an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Columbia? This hotel has 4500 square feet (418 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 6 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Getting here

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - anytime
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 2 percent destination fee will be charged
  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 16.00 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 13.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees<

Know before you go

  • Pool access available from noon to 8:00 PM.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).