Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near University of South Carolina

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Breakfast and dinner served, American cuisine
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Parking available

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1000 Lady Street, Columbia, SC, 29201
  • Place, South Carolina State House
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 368 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(86 reviews)
  • 268 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(72 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 519 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 492 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 368 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Upgrade)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Columbia

Heart of Columbia.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Columbia hotel, you'll find The Big Apple and South Carolina State House. University of South Carolina and Saint Peter's Catholic Church are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • South Carolina State House - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of South Carolina - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Prisma Health Baptist Hospital - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Colonial Life Arena - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 18 min walk
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cola's Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Republic Biergarten & Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hickory Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪MOA Korean BBQ & Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

3.5-star hotel near University of South Carolina
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business center and 5 meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1980 square feet (184 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Columbia hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 144 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1980 sq ft of conference space
  • 184 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2022
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista offers 144 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

This Columbia hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 15 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Cambria Hotel Columbia
Cambria Columbia The Vista
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista Hotel
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista Columbia
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista Hotel Columbia

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista to the airport?

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista is 7.1 mi (18-min drive) away from the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista?

As of Jan 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista on Jan 24, 2026 start from $149.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista.

Does Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 8 and 15 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per day, and valet parking for USD 20.00 per day.

Does Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista have a pool?

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista does not have a pool.

Does Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista have a restaurant?

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista is home to Park & Lady, which features American cuisine.

Does Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista to downtown Columbia?

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista is 0.3 mi away from Columbia.

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 930 out of 1186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 1186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 1186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1186 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent staff, very clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Wendy

Traveled with family
I was disappointed when I came up to the room with my food to warm up in the microwave. Just to find we were put in a room that was suppose to have a microwave it didn’t.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Toms River

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Heavenly and Gloria took good care of us and kept our room tidy. Heavenly was working in room next door and I was cold in the room and wanted to sit on couch…she left and got me a spare blanket to use. She went above and beyond for me and it was appreciated
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

MOHSIN

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and comfortable; nice and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay here was nothing else than amazing. On my next trip two Columbia I will definitely stay here
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerod

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Breon

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Shower was amazing! Loved the lobby bar and friendly service.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love staying here. Clean, friendly and close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, clean, accomodating, bar on site friendly staff, convenient parking eith on/out options. Will definitely stay ahain when zo return to S.C.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was spacious and really comfortable, you can tell they put thought and care into the decor and room design. Front desk staff were very personable. Also a bonus, within walking distance of the capitol building and a lot of great restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqulyn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel very smart and clean. We appreciated the good value breakfast and the friendliness of all the staff. One small issue we had with our room was eventually resolved and a suitable gesture made as compensation. Would recommend this hotel for both its location and amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

WAYNE

Breakfast great and service excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cedric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and smells good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fran, in the breakfast room was just amazing. Friendly and professional. All staff people I encountered were extremely professional and friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room and great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025