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A spacious bar area with high tables and chairs, a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a bar stocked with bottles.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a sofa, a green ottoman, a desk with a lamp, and a framed cityscape picture on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a glass barrier, and a lifeguard chair.

1. Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East

2.9 km from Smith Lake Dam

Tom

RM380

RM429 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern living room with grey sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There are framed pictures on the wall and a floor lamp.

A large indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, a metal ladder, and lounge chairs around the perimeter.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, three pendant lights, framed artwork on the wall, and a small display case with pastries.

A modern restaurant with blue cabinets, wooden tables and chairs, and a kitchen area with appliances.

2. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO

2.8 km from Smith Lake Dam

Stacey

RM341

RM385 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A lobby with a reception desk, two sofas, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, a desk lamp, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A modern restaurant with high tables and booths, large windows, and a patterned carpet.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by white walls and a tiled floor.

3. Wingate by Wyndham - Columbia

2.9 km from Smith Lake Dam

Rob

RM348

RM393 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a blue ceiling.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a window with a view of greenery.

A treats display with various snacks and sweets, including popular brands like M&M's and Hershey's.

A hotel dining area with a long table, bar stools, a sofa, and a coffee station.

4. Hampton Inn Columbia

2.9 km from Smith Lake Dam

Leonard

RM461

RM521 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a mirrored wall.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A hotel room with a brown sofa, a smaller armchair, a flat-screen TV, a desk with drawers, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

5. Candlewood Suites Columbia East by IHG

3 km from Smith Lake Dam

Johanna

RM477

RM539 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, outdoor seating, and landscaped areas.

A large indoor swimming pool with multiple lanes, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other food items.

A lobby with four armchairs, a coffee table, and a floor lamp. There are two wall-mounted light fixtures and a decorative wall piece.

6. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbia Univ Area-Hwy 63 by IHG

3 km from Smith Lake Dam

Linda

RM477

RM542 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a white countertop.

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a dining table, a sofa, and a TV.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a television mounted on the wall.

7. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

2.9 km from Smith Lake Dam

Isabelle

RM477

RM539 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a wooden side table, and abstract artwork on the wall.

An outdoor patio area with seating and tables, a stone wall, and a view of the city at night.

A modern lounge area with a large sofa, dining tables, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern hotel with a white facade and blue accents, named Springhill Suites Marriott.

8. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia

3 km from Smith Lake Dam

Janet

RM409

RM462 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a sign indicating no diving allowed.

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a small table. There is a lamp, a bed, and a kitchenette with a sink and a microwave.

A conference room with long tables, chairs, and a carpeted floor.

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

9. Holiday Inn Columbia East by IHG

1.5 km from Smith Lake Dam

Cole

RM429

RM501 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV mounted above a fireplace, two plaid armchairs, and a white coffee table.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and modern furniture.

A kitchen with a marble countertop, a refrigerator, and a pantry stocked with food items.

A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, television, sofa, and a small dining table.

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbia

2.6 km from Smith Lake Dam

Johnathan

RM409

RM462 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate sitting area, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a large mirror.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a stationary bike.

A self-service breakfast bar with coffee machines, a microwave, and various food options.

A reception desk with a sign that reads "RAMADA," a television, and a seating area.

11. Ramada by Wyndham Columbia

3.1 km from Smith Lake Dam

tom

RM242

RM273 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a television, and a fireplace.

A corner sofa with two patterned pillows, a flat-screen TV on a wooden stand, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A restaurant with a counter, seating area, and large windows.

12. Quality Inn & Suites Columbia I-70

2.8 km from Smith Lake Dam

Nathan

RM246

RM277 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a central entrance.

A swimming pool with a stone pillar, a table with chairs, and a white chair near the pool.

A fitness room with a treadmill, elliptical, and stationary bike, a TV, and an exercise room rules sign.

A laundry room with a Speed Queen commercial washer, a notice sign, and a guest use only sign.

13. Hotel Blu

2.7 km from Smith Lake Dam

Neal

RM191

RM216 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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

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

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, shower, and toilet.

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

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia Clark Lane

3.1 km from Smith Lake Dam

Donna

RM255

RM288 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and granite countertop.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and sink.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a glass table with chairs, and a door leading outside.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, TV, and a window with blinds.

15. Birch Hill Suites Columbia

2.8 km from Smith Lake Dam

"I didn’t get to stay after booking the room through Expedia, I get to the hotel and there were no rooms. Brent tried to put me in a room that the people did not stay. They had used a bed and used the shower. He asked when I pointed that out if I wanted him to clean it. His boss called and said try another room, 107, and there was someone in that room. I basically paid to sleep in my car! Sad part is, I thought about trying somewhere else and there was still a room listed on Expedia. I think...

Deanna

RM267

RM302 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a TV, a mirror, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a large painting on the wall.

A lobby with a reception desk, leather sofa, armchair, wooden side table, and a small rug.

A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, a large window, and a high ceiling.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a changing room, and a door leading to another area.

16. Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia East

1.8 km from Smith Lake Dam

Roy

RM219

RM247 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a glass wall offering a view of the city.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.

A restaurant interior with booths and tables, blue cushioned chairs, and framed pictures on the walls.

17. Drury Inn & Suites Columbia Stadium Boulevard

9.8 km from Smith Lake Dam

Athena

RM405

RM457 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A patio area with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a grill.

A modern building with a 'park' sign, stone facade, and outdoor seating area.

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a brick building with large windows.

A modern dining area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on a stone wall, and a fireplace.

18. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbia

5.7 km from Smith Lake Dam

Barb

RM477

RM544 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern office space with a meeting area featuring a large table and chairs, a purple accent wall, and a view through large windows.

19. Tru By Hilton Columbia South

5.6 km from Smith Lake Dam

Kevin M.

RM362

RM412 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A modern interior with round tables and chairs, a bar area, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a table, a TV, and a reception desk.

A patio area with outdoor seating, a pool, and a stone building facade.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, round tables, and chairs, a kitchen area, and large windows.

20. Best Western Plus Columbia Inn

3.3 km from Smith Lake Dam

Tiffany

RM317

RM358 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Smith Lake Dam

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East	9.6 Exceptional 1,646 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO	9.2 Wonderful 1,931 reviews	View
Wingate by Wyndham - Columbia	9.0 Wonderful 1,276 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Columbia	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Candlewood Suites Columbia East by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 657 reviews	View

Top Smith Lake Dam Hotel Reviews

Baymont by Wyndham Columbia, MO

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay room was comfortable and the breakfast was delicious."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO

10/10 Excellent

"Loved it. Definitely will stay again and recommend to family and friends."

Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia East

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was wonderful. We had no complaints."

Wingate by Wyndham - Columbia

10/10 Excellent

"Great value. Plan on staying here again."

Tru By Hilton Columbia South

10/10 Excellent

"Great comfy quiet welcoming pet-friendly place, our cat loved the window ledge & all seating & shelf under the tv!"

Quality Inn & Suites Columbia I-70

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome hotel with amazing staff. Best price around the area for a great quality hotel"

Hampton Inn Columbia

8/10 Good

"Convenient location, always know the product consistency."

Other attractions near Smith Lake Dam

Stephens Lake Park

You can learn about the history of Columbia when you stop by Stephens Lake Park. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Liddell Dam

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Liddell Dam during your travels in Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Eastport Park

Explore the great outdoors at Eastport Park, a lovely green space in Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Lakeview Mall

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Lakeview Mall during your stay in Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Stephens College

8.0/10 (163 reviews)

Explore the campus of Stephens College during your travels in Columbia. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.

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Walters-Boone County Historic Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Walters-Boone County Historic Museum in Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Nifong Park

Nifong Park is just one of the places to see in Columbia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Ragtag Cinema

You can take time to visit Ragtag Cinema during your travels to Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Smith Lake Dam?

Smith Lake Dam is located in Columbia. Travellers like the surrounding area for its festivals, live music and theatre scene. You'll find 147 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Smith Lake Dam?

Holiday Inn Columbia East by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Smith Lake Dam. Other good options within a few miles include Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East and Hotel Blu.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Smith Lake Dam?

Expedia has 147 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Smith Lake Dam.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Smith Lake Dam, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Smith Lake Dam.

What can I see and do near Smith Lake Dam?

Attractions like Columbia Art League and Museum of Art and Archaeology highlight the local culture. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Liddell Dam, Eastport Park and Philips Lake. If you've got some time to explore the area around Smith Lake Dam, you may want to make a stop by Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium, Mizzou Arena and Ragtag Cinema.

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Our top choices for Smith Lake Dam hotels

1. Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East

2. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO

3. Wingate by Wyndham - Columbia

4. Hampton Inn Columbia

5. Candlewood Suites Columbia East by IHG

6. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbia Univ Area-Hwy 63 by IHG

7. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

8. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia

9. Holiday Inn Columbia East by IHG

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbia

11. Ramada by Wyndham Columbia

12. Quality Inn & Suites Columbia I-70

13. Hotel Blu

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia Clark Lane

15. Birch Hill Suites Columbia

16. Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia East

17. Drury Inn & Suites Columbia Stadium Boulevard

18. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbia

19. Tru By Hilton Columbia South

20. Best Western Plus Columbia Inn

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Top Smith Lake Dam Hotel Reviews

Baymont by Wyndham Columbia, MO

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO

Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia East

Wingate by Wyndham - Columbia

Tru By Hilton Columbia South

Quality Inn & Suites Columbia I-70

Hampton Inn Columbia

Other attractions near Smith Lake Dam

Stephens Lake Park

Liddell Dam

Eastport Park

Lakeview Mall

Stephens College

Walters-Boone County Historic Museum

Nifong Park

Ragtag Cinema

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