Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

4.0 star property
4-star Art Deco hotel near University of South Carolina

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Junior Suite (Bridal King Junior Suite) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Lobby
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
1619 Pendleton Street, Columbia, SC, 29201
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • University of South Carolina
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Colonial Life Arena
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Horseshoe King Jr Suite)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (3x3 Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (3x3 Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite (Bridal King Junior Suite)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Junior Suite (Sir Big Spur King Jr Suite)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Columbia

Central Columbia getaway .Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Columbia hotel, you'll find Town Theatre and Trinity Episcopal Cathedral. McKissick Museum and African American History Monument are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Township Auditorium - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • University of South Carolina - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Colonial Life Arena - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Williams Brice Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 8 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cook-Out - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Knowledge Perk Coffee Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Colloquium Café - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

4-star Art Deco hotel near University of South Carolina
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Event space at this hotel measures 2200 square feet (204 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC. Parking is available for a fee.

This Art Deco Columbia hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 119 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2200 sq ft of conference space
  • 204 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1910
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC offers 119 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Columbia hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 10 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 15 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Library
  • 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.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • 2 percent destination fee will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 5 to 15 for adults, and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 10 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • 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, and a smoke detector
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, Carte Blanche, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children 17 years old and younger 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC to the airport?

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC is 8.2 mi (20-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 Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC?

As of May 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC on May 25, 2025 start from $119.2, 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 Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC.

Does Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 5 and 15 for adults, USD 5 and 15 for children. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM.

Is there free parking at Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 10 per night.

Does Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC have a pool?

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC does not have a pool.

Does Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC have a restaurant?

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC is home to Trophy Room, which features light fare.

Does Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC to downtown Columbia?

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC is 0.7 mi away from Columbia.

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 801 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1003 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

PAUL, PLYMPTON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very happy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Franklin, Greensboro

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carleen, Ashburn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the South Carolina themed rooms. So close to campus and everywhere we needed to be!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Graduate Columbia SC

Its a charming place, limited but good services. The culture of the staff is and always has been wonderful. It is welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Just OK

Average to slightly below when compared to other places. Surprisingly unfriendly feel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful decor and comfortable space. Beds are great. Second stay here. Recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Another great stay at the Graduate. This is our go to hotel when visiting our son. Great location for campus activities, as well, as dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent! Will definitely come back on future visits. Only complaint is that water pressure was a bit weak in the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Close to campus. Love the cute bar.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colby

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Sara

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very unique property. Clean and well maintained. The rooms are beautiful, the food was good, the staff was so friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location!

Great location! Dog friendly. Our room was spacious (except the tiny bathroom) and I loved the decor with local theme and rich patterns and textures. The service at the front desk and bar left something to be desired but overall it was a great stay. I guess in all fairness, it was the holiday time between Christmas and NYE so nobody wants to be at work. ;-)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

gianni

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ananda

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love the Graduate Columbia!

We stay at the Graduate Columbia a lot and always enjoy!! It feels like home. Love the location ( close to campus and very walkable), easy parking , friendly laid back staff, the bar/small restaurant, and we always meet the nicest people there! I just wish it wasn’t so outrageously priced on football weekends! Wish there was some sort of “ frequent guest” benefit.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

steve

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

anne

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is just beautiful. I have 2 girls.. a 2 year old and 5 year old. They thought all the colors and wallpaper was so exciting. The front desk attendant Aaliyah was so nice and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024