Top 10 Hotels Near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden in Columbia for 2026

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a TV.

A pool table with balls, a bar area, and a large TV screen.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bed, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, a built-in washer and dryer, and a view of the city.

1. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 2.8 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Brian

RM514

RM576 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

An outdoor patio with a bar area, seating, and a grill station.

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

2. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 2.8 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Laurel

RM397

RM445 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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.

3. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

0.7 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Kiera

RM397

RM453 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A building entrance with a stone facade, large glass doors, and a wooden archway.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a sectional sofa.

A kitchen with a brick wall, wooden cabinets, a coffee machine, a waffle maker, and a large window with a view of trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

4. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 2.1 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Mingkang

RM545

RM611 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a variety of bottles.

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern lounge area with blue sofas, yellow and red cushions, a glass coffee table, and a large mural of a cityscape.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, round tables, and artwork on the walls.

5. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 3.2 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Robert

RM498

RM568 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious indoor area with wooden flooring, multiple seating arrangements including tables and chairs, and large windows providing natural light.

A serene park with a fountain, benches, and lush greenery.

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, a patterned carpet, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A brick wall with a plaque reading "University of South Carolina" and a pathway leading through a landscaped area with trees.

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

The Vista, 3.2 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Karla

RM497

RM625 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden stools, and a curved seating arrangement.

A modern hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a TV, and a large mirror.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a modern ceiling design.

7. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 2.7 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

James

RM550

RM628 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern dining area with a central island, multiple seating options, and pendant lighting.

A hotel with a modern facade, a well-lit entrance, and an American flag.

A patio area with outdoor furniture, a pergola, and a brick building in the background.

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

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 2.4 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Tameka

RM423

RM474 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A delivery drop area with a wooden shelf holding bags and a locker area with numbered lockers.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, coffee maker, and a microwave.

9. LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone

0.7 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Robertson

RM464

RM529 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, a fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table with a chair, a TV, a desk, and a bathroom area.

A modern, well-lit room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a TV on a wooden stand.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, marked depth lines, and a tiled floor.

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbia

1.1 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Charlotte

RM431

RM491 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern lobby with a staircase, seating area, and a reception desk.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a black refrigerator, and a white countertop.

A wooden deck with picnic tables and a covered pavilion.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a mirror.

11. Extended Stay America Suites Columbia Greystone

0.6 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Judy

RM348

RM390 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with two single beds, a window with blinds, a wall-mounted artwork, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a wooden table and benches.

A wooden deck with wicker furniture, including two chairs and a sofa, surrounded by lush greenery.

12. Columbia Duet Unit B

2.5 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

RM831

RM3,562 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a lamp. There is a plant on a shelf and a TV mounted on the wall.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a TV, and a door.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, fireplace, TV, and a dining area in the background.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a bedside table with a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

13. Columbia Duet - 2 Units

2.5 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

RM1,542

RM6,024 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A reception area with a 'WELCOME' sign, a desk, two chairs, a lamp, and a QR code on the floor.

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

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A multi-story hotel with a central atrium, balconies on the upper floors, and a parking lot with several cars.

14. Extended Stay America Suites Columbia West Interstate 126

0.7 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Cheryl

RM293

RM328 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

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

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.

A hotel named 'Hotel Trundle' with a brick facade, American and another flag, and potted plants in front.

15. Hotel Trundle

Downtown Columbia, 3.5 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Anthony

RM585

RM655 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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.

16. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Vista, 3.6 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Kevin

RM678

RM759 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a large dining table, multiple seating areas, and a large screen wall.

A modern kitchen area with a long counter, various food items, and a chalkboard with food-related drawings.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Palmetto State" sign, a wooden accent wall, a minibar, and a digital kiosk.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, air conditioning unit, and a window with a view of trees.

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Lexington Columbia

9.2 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

LISA

RM431

RM478 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, seating, and a covered area with lights.

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

A hotel room with a modern design, featuring a large bed, a desk, and a seating area with a tray table.

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

18. Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson

11.9 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Carlos

RM360

RM403 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor patio with yellow chairs and tables, a pergola with string lights, and a stone wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a small table, and a kitchen area with shelves and a TV.

A modern hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a covered outdoor seating area.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by yellow chairs and red umbrellas.

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Southeast Fort Jackson

12.3 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Tracey

RM558

RM625 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a television.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a large window.

A modern dining area with marble tables and cushioned chairs, a central chandelier, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern hotel room with a sectional sofa, a small table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

20. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 3.4 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Monique

RM533

RM597 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 157 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 898 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone	9.2 Wonderful 1,106 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 883 reviews	View

Top Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Hotel Reviews

Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

10/10 Excellent

"Very close to the Zoo after kids have had an all day experience! Got a great night’s sleep on very comfortable bed!"

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

8/10 Good

"Stay here from time to time when visiting my USC student. Convenient location, on site parking, love having a drink downstairs at the bar and breakfast is good. Rooms are nice and clean. Outside traffic noise can be loud, but it’s the city. We always travel with a fan to drown out noise."

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Location is awesome- lack of parking was a concern as we had to park in a dark area off property and walk late at night. Three single women on a girls trip. Breakfast was wonderful. Will definitely be back."

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

10/10 Excellent

"Only stayed 1 night after a Gamecock game. Convenient location. Friendly and helpful front desk staff and room was nice! Would recommend."

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

8/10 Good

"Please pay attention to your bill. They will charge you $35 a day for valet which i thought was free. I could park my own car. They need to mention these exploitation fee that we are not aware of. When I arrived I called the front desk to ask where do we park. She said go to valet so I went because I went to a many places with free valet especially in a downtown area. Only found out after checking out and checking my bank statements. Beware! I'm going to dispute these charges."

Quality Inn Columbia Airport

8/10 Good

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ **10/10 Hotel Experience!** I had a great stay at this hotel! From the moment I arrived, the **front desk staff were friendly, welcoming, and professional**. The entire staff, including the housekeepers, were very kind and made sure everything was taken care of. The **rooms are clean, spacious, updated, and very comfortable**. I honestly have no complaints about the rooms. Everything is well maintained, and I especially appreciate that the hotel **always has a nice, fresh smell** throughout the property. One thing to be prepared for at check-in is a **$100 refundable deposit**. As long as there are no damages and no smoking in the room during your stay, the deposit is refundable. The hotel also has a **nice outdoor pool**, and the location is very convenient with **shopping centers and other amenities nearby**, which makes it easy to get whatever you need during your stay. Overall, I would definitely recommend this hotel! **10/10 from me**, especially if it fits your budget. Great staff, clean and comfortable rooms, convenient location, and a pleasant atmosphere. I would absolutely stay here again! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ J. Tillman #241"

Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay."

Marriott Columbia

8/10 Good

"My room was not clean when I arrived. There were crumbs on the floor between the bed and the window. Additionally, the base on the floor lamp was coated in dust. When my room was cleaned on Day 2, the cleaning didn't make sense. The toilet seat was up indicating the toilet had been cleaned. However, the towels had not been removed, the bed was not made, and the garbage had not been made."

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The perfect location, could walk to most of the places I wanted to visit. Great restaurants nearby. The room was very nice, but I don’t think I’ll be getting a street view again because of the noise in the mornings. It was overall a very pleasant stay."

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Riverbanks Botanical Garden

8.4/10 (65 reviews)

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

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Columbia Marionette Theater

6.0/10 (5 reviews)

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Workshop Theatre

Get tickets for a show at Workshop Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre 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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Richard Samuel Roberts House

You can learn about the history of Columbia with a visit to Richard Samuel Roberts House. While in this walkable area, you can savour the lively bars.

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Governor's Mansion

6.8/10 (6 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Columbia with a stop at Governor's Mansion. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre 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 theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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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 theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Riverbanks Zoo and Garden?

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is located in a welcoming area of Columbia known for its popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 11 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden?

Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. Other good choices within a short distance include Extended Stay America Suites Columbia West Interstate 126 and LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden?

Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.

What can I see and do near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden?

You'll want to browse the collections at South Carolina State Museum, Columbia Museum of Art and South Carolina Military Museum. First Baptist Church, South Carolina State House and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can watch performances at Koger Center for the Arts, Township Auditorium and Columbia Marionette Theater if you're interested in local theatre.

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1. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

2. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

3. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

4. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

5. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

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

7. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

9. LivSmart Studios by Hilton Columbia Greystone

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbia

11. Extended Stay America Suites Columbia Greystone

12. Columbia Duet Unit B

13. Columbia Duet - 2 Units

14. Extended Stay America Suites Columbia West Interstate 126

15. Hotel Trundle

16. The Lantern Hotel Columbia

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Lexington Columbia

18. Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Southeast Fort Jackson

20. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

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Top Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Hotel Reviews

Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel

Quality Inn Columbia Airport

Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Marriott Columbia

Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Other attractions near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Riverbanks Botanical Garden

Columbia Marionette Theater

Workshop Theatre

West Columbia Riverwalk

Richard Samuel Roberts House

Governor's Mansion

South Carolina State Museum

EdVenture Children's Museum

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